subcompact

Example Sentences

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Habits are hard to change, however; American buyers still shifted toward larger vehicles, such as SUVs and full-size trucks, and away from compact and subcompact cars in March, according to Cox’s Kelley Blue Book.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

I wasn’t in the market for a subcompact sedan—buildwise, I’m more of a roomy-seat full-size.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

The Subaru Crosstrek is a resale value superstar, and could return $6,000 more to your pocket when you sell compared to subcompact SUVs at the bottom of the resale value charts.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 26, 2025

The interior in the HR-V is similarly chic and upscale for a subcompact crossover.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 28, 2024

Ms. Bartell was driving north on Indiana Street when her Chevrolet Spark, a subcompact, became the last vehicle struck during the spree, the authorities said.

From New York Times • Apr. 26, 2023