When I was 16 there was no other car I wanted more than an Audi A4. I vowed that when I got my first job I’d get one. Then came dieselgate, and I’ve never considered an Audi or VW since.

Instead I went with a Mazda and stayed with them since. Just great all around cars: safe, reliable, low maintenance, freaking fun to drive, and always good tech (Love the heads up display!), upscale fit and finish. Not super expensive but expensive enough that you’re getting a good car.

I would easily choose my CX-30 over an A4 any day.