Fiat Tipo
✓Relatively cheap to maintain and fuel-efficient for city driving
✓Relatively spacious for a car in this segment locally
✓Exceptionally large cargo space (550 liters in the hatchback model), suitable for many families
✓Relatively low purchase and maintenance costs compared to rivals (average annual upkeep below NIS 2,500)
✗Poor service level at many garages locally
✗Increased reliability issues in the local summer (air conditioning, electrical system)
✗High wind and engine noise on highways (above 110 km/h)
✗Plain and unremarkable exterior design that draws little attention
Hyundai Elantra
✓Comfortable and pleasant driving on urban roads and highways
✓Modern design that receives praise from passengers
✓High reliability and advanced safety technology (ADAS, automatic braking)
✓Modern exterior and interior design with a reasonably comfortable cabin for front passengers