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3. Kia Soul – MSRP from $22,595
Small, cubic-shaped crossovers used to be a thing, but the only one left now is the Soul, whose third generation received a mid-cycle update for 2023 including some cosmetic revisions and more technology. Some say it’s just a boxy hatchback, especially due to the lack of AWD, but the interior is surprisingly roomy and more practical than that of the Forte5. If you want AWD, go with the larger Seltos.