2019 Ford Fiesta SE

The Fiesta is Ford's smallest car, a subcompact hatchback or sedan that's easy to park and cheap to run. The ST is the one to get if you want a genuinely fun hot hatch, with sharp steering and a playful chassis. Cabin space is tight, especially in the back, and the hatch's cargo area is modest, but the front seats are comfortable. The SE's standard five-speed manual and 15-inch aluminum wheels distinguish it from the base S, which makes do with steel wheels and a five-speed manual. Its 1.6L I4 makes 120 horsepower and pairs with a five-speed manual, which keeps the Fiesta feeling lively around town and returns 30 mpg combined. The SE hatchback adds a rear wiper and liftgate spoiler, small touches that make daily driving easier than in the sedan.