2018 Chevrolet Sonic LT

The Sonic is Chevrolet's subcompact, offered as a sedan or hatchback, and it competes with the Honda Fit and Ford Fiesta. It's a light, nimble little car that feels eager in the city, though the ride can get busy on rough pavement. The cabin is a pleasant place to sit, with supportive seats and a surprisingly roomy trunk for the size. Standard tech includes a touchscreen with Bluetooth, and many models add a backup camera and satellite radio. If you want the popular mid-grade Sonic with the best balance of features and price, the LT is the one to get instead of the base LS. It's powered by 1.8L I4 making 138 horsepower, driven through a six-speed automatic to the front wheels, and it returns 28 mpg combined. One thing this trim can add is the available MyLink infotainment with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which the LS does not offer.