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All told, we've been impressed with the C-Class. This sedan is well worth a look if you're shopping in the luxury end of the compact-car league...

Price has been the biggest drawback of these compact sedans. Even so, except for interior space and high maintenance costs, you can hardly ask for more--though it's worth trying out a BMW [...]

Mazda's CX-7 emphasizes sport over utility and ride comfort, to stand out in a crowded market segment. On the downside, its turbo four-cylinder engine is neither as fuel-efficient as one might [...]

Mazda 5 combines sportwagon flair with minivan versatility in a well-made, sensibly-sized package to suit a variety of lifestyles. In addition to appealing fuel economy, you get outstanding room [...]

The rewardingly agile, solidly built RX-8 has less straightline performance than other similarly priced sports cars. However, it does offer the convenience of four seats and rear doors, making it [...]

Though not the quickest-accelerating compact cars, all Mazda 3s excel for sporty driving fun. They also deliver solid build quality and a pleasant, efficient interior package. Fun seekers are [...]

In total refinement, the Mazda 6 ranks a shade behind the pace set by Accord and Camry. Acceleration is tepid in four-cylinder models with automatic; yet overall, the Mazda 6 delivers on its [...]

Solid, substantial feeling, roomy, comfortable, and even fun to drive, the Tribute and its Escape cousin rank as compact SUV all-stars. They are also eminently sensible alternatives to any number [...]

Especially in base form, the Miata represents greater value than, say, a Toyota MR2 Spyder--partly due to its greater cargo capacity, which makes it a more practical driver. On the fun-per-dollar [...]

Although the small 2000-01 engine is easily overtaxed, the MPV does an admirable job of packaging people and cargo, while delivering sporty handling. Still, a Caravan or Odyssey is roomier and [...]