The best compact cars of 2017 may not always be the cheapest. Most of them are not just cost-effective but also full of enjoyable features for singles and families.

2017 Volkswagen Golf. MSN reports that US News & World Report says one of the best compact cars for 2017 is the 2017 Volkswagen Golf. With a base price of USD19,895, the 2017 Volkswagen Golf combines both form and power in a great compact car.

The 2017 Volkswagen Golf takes its power from a 1.8 liter, turbocharged, four-cylinder engine. That gives the Volkswagen Golf a track record of 25 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway.

Mazda 3. Car and Driver did not rate the Mazda 3 about 4 ½ stars and named it one of the top 10 compact cars for nothing. At USD18,720, this little car includes great styling, aerodynamics, and value-for-money in its frame.

Standard versions of the Mazda 3 has a six-speed manual transmission and 155 horsepower on a two-liter four. Add-on features are heated seats, NAV and traffic sign recognition. Take note it is also considered as the Editor's choice of the popular website.

Chevrolet Cruze. SFGate reports on the surprising number 1 best compact car of 2017, according to Consumer Reports. That car is the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. How did General Motors beat out Honda and Toyota Corolla for the top spot this year? Aside from being economical on the gas, the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze is smooth to drive and roomy for a budget car.

Ford Fiesta. Finally, any best compact car of 2017 list will not leave out one of the cheapest - the Ford Fiesta! At $14,435, it is truly correct to say that great things come out in small packages. The Ford Fiesta, according to Fleetnews, is the world's most advanced compact car. The upcoming 2017 model will have driver assistance features and a big touch-screen dashboard. Its 1 liter Ecoboost engine will also be adopted from the current model.

And that's the list of the best compact cars of 2017! Which ones are worth the owners' money?

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