ALTERNATIVES

MAZDA CX-3 MAXX SPORT, FROM $27,990 DRIVEAWAY

Cheaper, with more standard safety equipment, but small inside and starting to show its age. VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS 85TSI LIFE, FROM $29,990 DRIVE-AWAY

Stylish with a punchy little turbo engine. Needs optional extras to elevate interior.

KIA STONIC GT-LINE, FROM $30,490 DRIVE-AWAY Fully loaded with gear and comes with a sevenyear warranty, but the engine is below par.