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Mazda CX-3 Neo

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Mazda’s CX-3 is the coolest looking and fun to drive. It also offers the best value. Keen pricing – the Neo starts at $19,990 – works with a resale figure among best in category to make the Mazda unstoppable.

The jacked-up hatch’s 6.3L/100km economy is among the misers, though it can’t touch the second-placed Peugeot’s impressive 4.9L/100km.

Never mind that the front-drive CX-3 won’t venture much further off road than a gravel driveway. It’s one of those rare creations that’s trendy yet sensible, and desirable yet affordable. And that makes it a certified Gold Star Value Awards choice.

Peugeot 2008 Active

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And even the outmoded four-speed auto works well in real-life scenarios.

Ford EcoSport Ambiente

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Baby SUVsMazda CX-3 Neo man 2.0L FWDPeugeot 2008 Active manFord EcoSport Ambiente man 1.5L
Purchase Price$19,990$21,990$20,790
Combined cycle fuel (L/100km)6.34.96.5
Fuel RON (min. rec.)919591
Three-year fuel cost$3596$2978$3710
Redbook resale (%)66.859.359.2
Three-year depreciation$6637$8950$8482
AAMI insurance premium$738$827$798
Service interval (months)121212
Warranty (years)333