Used Small Cars under $10K
View the best used small cars priced under $10,000. Then read our used car reviews, compare specs and features, and find used small cars for sale in your area. Learn more about our rankings»
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#1
2009 Scion tC
Those who want a hip small car with lots of standard features, fantastic reliability and impressive cargo space should like the 2009 Scion tC. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 8.6 |
| Critics' Rating: | 9.1 |
| Performance: | 7.8 |
| Interior: | 7.8 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.8 |
| Safety: | 8.2 |
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2010 Suzuki SX4
The 2010 Suzuki SX4 is one of few 2010 small cars that is available with all-wheel drive, but competitors have better fuel economy, safety scores and reliability. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 8.5 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.4 |
| Performance: | 7.8 |
| Interior: | 7.7 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.1 |
| Safety: | 8.7 |
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#3
2011 Nissan Versa
The 2011 Nissan Versa is a good choice for budget-minded shoppers who want a spacious, basic small car that can get them from point A to point ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 8.4 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.5 |
| Performance: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 8.3 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | 7.4 |
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#3
2009 Hyundai Elantra
The 2009 Hyundai Elantra won our Best Compact Car for the Money award for its good performance, ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 8.4 |
| Critics' Rating: | 9.0 |
| Performance: | 7.5 |
| Interior: | 8.2 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.2 |
| Safety: | 8.4 |
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#5
2009 Pontiac Vibe
The 2009 Pontiac Vibe surpasses many 2009 small cars thanks to its versatile interior, great gas mileage and excellent reliability score. However, uninspiring performance lowers the Vibe’s ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 8.2 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.0 |
| Performance: | 7.1 |
| Interior: | 7.6 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
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#6
2011 Suzuki SX4
The Suzuki SX4’s most appealing feature is available all-wheel drive. Shoppers who don’t need this option should research the competition. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 8.1 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.3 |
| Performance: | 7.4 |
| Interior: | 7.5 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
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#6
2010 Hyundai Elantra
The 2010 Hyundai Elantra has some of the best passenger and cargo space in the class, as ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 8.1 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.9 |
| Performance: | 7.5 |
| Interior: | 8.2 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
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#6
2009 Kia Rio
The 2009 Kia Rio is competent around town, but with few standard features and poor safety and reliability scores, the Rio gets trounced by the competition. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 8.1 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.1 |
| Performance: | 7.0 |
| Interior: | 7.4 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.2 |
| Safety: | 7.1 |
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#9
2010 Nissan Versa
With above-average safety scores, good fuel economy and a spacious cabin, the 2010 Nissan Versa is a ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.9 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.6 |
| Performance: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 8.3 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.3 |
| Safety: | 8.7 |
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#9
2009 Suzuki SX4
With a model line that includes a crossover with all-wheel drive, the 2009 Suzuki SX4 has a model to suit almost everyone. However, this sporty small car ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.9 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.6 |
| Performance: | 7.9 |
| Interior: | 8.1 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.8 |
| Safety: | 8.7 |
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#9
2009 Toyota Yaris
The 2009 Toyota Yaris is pleasant to drive and has an outstanding reliability score, but it may not be large enough for all shoppers. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.9 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.1 |
| Performance: | 7.0 |
| Interior: | 6.8 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.3 |
| Safety: | 8.5 |
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#12
2010 Hyundai Accent
While the 2010 Hyundai Accent has good fuel economy and a roomy cabin, most 2010 small cars have better performance and safety scores. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.3 |
| Performance: | 6.8 |
| Interior: | 7.4 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.5 |
| Safety: | 7.5 |
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#12
2010 Nissan Cube
The 2010 Nissan Cube makes a statement with its boxy styling, and it has one of the roomiest interiors in the class, good safety scores and a ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.2 |
| Performance: | 7.2 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.3 |
| Safety: | 9.0 |
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#12
2009 Chevy Cobalt
The 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is an adequate performer with good fuel economy and plenty of available cabin tech features, but competitors have similar qualities and better reliability. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.5 |
| Performance: | 7.7 |
| Interior: | 6.9 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.2 |
| Safety: | 8.6 |
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#12
2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
The 2009 Volkswagen Rabbit is a hatchback that offers a great combination of practicality and spirited performance. It also has a well-made and comfortable cabin, though other ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Critics' Rating: | 9.0 |
| Performance: | 8.1 |
| Interior: | 8.6 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.0 |
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#16
2011 Kia Rio
Good fuel economy ratings and a low price positioned the 2011 Kia Rio as a good commuter car, however, with poor safety ratings and performance, it’s easy ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.7 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.7 |
| Performance: | 7.1 |
| Interior: | 7.3 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | 6.3 |
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#16
2010 Toyota Yaris
The 2010 Toyota Yaris has a good reliability rating, comes with a lot of safety features and doesn’t use a ton of gas, but a cramped rear ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.7 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.2 |
| Performance: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 6.9 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.4 |
| Safety: | 8.5 |
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#18
2009 Ford Focus
When it was new, car reviewers liked the tech features and performance of the 2009 Ford Focus. As a used car, the 2009 Focus offers all that ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.6 |
| Critics' Rating: | 7.7 |
| Performance: | 7.6 |
| Interior: | 7.7 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.1 |
| Safety: | 8.6 |
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#19
2009 Nissan Versa
The 2009 Nissan Versa has decent power, good safety scores and a very roomy interior, but competitors have better reliability scores and more standard features. Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.5 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.5 |
| Performance: | 7.2 |
| Interior: | 8.3 |
| Operating Cost: | 8.2 |
| Safety: | 8.7 |
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#19
2009 Scion xB
As a used car, the 2009 Scion xB ranks near the top of the class and stands out with one of the highest reliability scores. Reviewers liked ... Read full review »
| Used Car Scores | |
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| Overall: | 7.5 |
| Critics' Rating: | 8.6 |
| Performance: | 7.8 |
| Interior: | 7.6 |
| Operating Cost: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.0 |
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Safety scores should only be compared between vehicles of similar size and weight. Larger, heavier vehicles generally provide more protection than smaller, lighter ones.
