The phrase
"compact class" refers to a category or group of small-sized cars that are designed to be efficient, convenient, and typically more affordable.
Full definition
In order to achieve a particularly high level of versatility and functionality in the
premium compact class, special design concepts are needed.
The 60/40 split back row is a bit tight in the legroom area, but this is expected with a
true compact class SUV.
A true first in the
premium compact class are the optional LED headlights, which previously have only been available in large - size vehicles.
Although many of today's cars are the safest ever, an extra margin is provided
in compact class cars as opposed to subcompact.
Besides the digital lifestyle it emphasized, the prototype was equipped with radar - based collision warning with Adaptive Brake Assist, a world premiere
for compact class vehicles.
Combining hot - hatch performance with exemplary fuel efficiency through the new two - litre, four cylinder TwinPower turbo engine, the BMW 125i extends BMW's on - road dominance of the luxury
compact class as the only rear - wheel drive car in the segment.
The BMW Group is breaking new ground by entering the attractive premium
compact class with its latest offering, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer.
But it is not only visually, but also technologically that the Concept A-Class is ushering in a
new compact class era at Mercedes - Benz.
The Audi A3 also sets new standards in the premium
compact class when it comes to driver assistance systems.
Mercedes - Benz says the Concept A-Class previews «a new
compact class era» for the automaker.
The upcoming hatchback will mark Nissan's return to Europe's
competitive compact class, a segment the Japanese automaker left in 2006.
«In conjunction with perfect proportions and sensual surface design, the upcoming
compact class generation has the potential to initiate a new design era.
But since numbers are pretty good at making a clear statement, here it is: during June alone, the Mercedes - Benz
compact class sold 54,379 units, with 269527 units sold in the first half of the year — more by over a quarter (25.2 %) than in the same timeframe last year.
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meet compact class tax bracket regulations set forth by the Japanese Government.
In this perfect combination, the new Octavia vRS and Octavia estate vRS set new standards in the
sporty compact class and also takes the brand's sporty genes with it on the road.
The newcomer in the premium
compact class skilfully blends comfort and functionality of space with the trademark BMW strengths of dynamism, style and elegance.
Diesels offer plenty of torque, fuel economy and range, but typically they will be found
on compact class and higher cars and usually at a premium over conventional gas engines.
The 2018 Mazda3 might be Mazda's most definitive example of its Driving Matters tag line, as it's part of the
affordable compact class, but offers the driving dynamics of something much sportier.
Virtually every aspect of the Ridgeline has been designed, engineered and tested to be truck tough and competitive with
traditional compact class trucks.
In 2009, BYD introduced the G3 as an updated /
upgraded compact class vehicle - however, the F3 will continue to be sold in domestic markets.
The similarity of the sculpture with the current CLA could indicate that the days of the four - door coupé are counted in the
Mercedes compact class — at least nominally.
Comfortable, sporty and stylish, the 2018 VW Golf is one of our favorites in the
crowded compact class, which also includes the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Chevy Cruze, Ford Focus, Mazda3 and Hyundai Elantra.
The new
compact class family has played a major role in helping Mercedes - Benz get off to an excellent start with two sales records in 2015: 33,719 sales in January and 35,159 sales in February for the A, B - Class, CLA and GLA.
The Grandland X will extend the extensive Opel offering in the especially
popular compact class where it will join the successful Astra, Car of the Year 2016, and the recently launched seven - seat Zafira.
Dimensions are kept within
current compact class constraints, with an overall length from bumper to bumper of 4.5 m or 14.7 ft and luggage capacity of 510 liters.
Other upscale features not normally found
in compact class cars include blind - spot monitoring, a backup camera, keyless ignition, 10 standard airbags, an optional heated steering wheel, dual - zone climate control and HID headlamps.
The new 4MATIC will complement the
new compact class and the models of the C -, E -, S -, CLS - and CL - Class to the range of SUVs and ATVs covering the GLK -, M -, GL - Class and G - Class.
The BMW 2 Series Coupe and BMW 2 Series Convertible have raised the bar in the
premium compact class in terms of dynamic prowess, aesthetic appeal and emotional richness.
For an SUV in
the compact class it was much too thirsty — more thirsty than the mid-size CX - 9 and Kia Sorento — vehicles that actually have useable 3rd row seating.
The Civic remains one of the easiest cars to drive in
the compact class, but it has lost much of the zippiness that import tuners loved in the 1980s and»90s.
«The new Polo brings the future to
the compact class.
That's near the top of
the compact class, and even matches its smaller Versa sibling on the highway.
The new - generation Skoda Octavia, billed as the roomiest car in
the compact class.
There are tons of Focus competitors, given
the compact class is the largest, best - selling vehicle category in the world.
It's a bit smaller inside than its recently released competitors, but is otherwise a well - rounded package, with styling challenged only by the Elantra and dynamics that can take on anything in
the compact class.
A freshened look, quieter ride and unique new powertrain keep the 2015 Ford Focus competitive in
the compact class, but a cramped interior and dated multimedia system keep it from earning top marks.
The Toyota Corolla continued to dominate
the compact class in April, with sales of 29,061 units.
That said, the Mazda 3 is still one of the best cars to drive in
the compact class, and with the new engine, compact - car buyers can have fuel efficiency without giving up the fun factor.
Mercedes - Benz says the new A-class «completely redefinies modern luxury in
the compact class».
Regardless, the Korean compact siblings are at the top of
the compact class in standard horsepower as well as fuel economy, although Chevy's upcoming Sonic compact will come to the party with a non-direct-injection 1.8 - liter engine with 135 horsepower as standard.
2014 Kia Forte in the Market Few cars blend style and high - quality ride comfort in
the compact class as well as the Forte; those that do go by the names of Civic, Cruze and Elantra, which are three of the most popular cars in the segment.
The irony is nearly every car in
the compact class has far more style than you'll find further up the automotive evolutionary scale.
The 2011 Kia Forte is an acceptable, midpack small car, but as
the compact class improves, it doesn't distinguish itself.
Volkswagen's latest compact sedan is more than holding its own in the top five of
the compact class.
The 2016 Ford Focus serves as Ford's entry in
the compact class, and it's available with either a sedan or hatchback bodystyle.
«In combination with perfect proportions and sensual surface design, the upcoming generation of
the compact class has the potential to herald a new design era.