Citroen, DS DS3 Crossback

Citroen, DS DS3 Crossback is a compact crossover for drivers who want a small city car with a higher seating position and a bit more styling than the plain commuter default. Its best point is the way it mixes compact dimensions with a more distinctive cabin and exterior than many rivals in the class. By our assessment, that gives it personality without turning it into a huge SUV. The honest limit is that a small crossover still has small-crossover compromises: rear space, luggage room, and a more urban bias than a bigger car. In daily use it is the sort of vehicle that feels easy to park and easy to place in traffic, while still looking less anonymous than a basic hatchback. Compared with mainstream superminis and crossovers, it lives more on design and feel than on sheer practicality. It is a good fit for someone who wants something city-friendly with character, and it is not the right answer for maximum family hauling.