What are some affordable cars I might like?

I'm going with my dad to test drive some cars tomorrow, and I'm trying to create a list of cars I might be interested in test driving. Even though I'm planning on buying a used car, I'm buying the car myself, so it needs to be somewhat affordable. I tend to like cars that look unique and different. Here are some styles of cars I like:
2013 Volkswagen Beetle
2013 Chevrolet Spark
2012 Kia Soul
2013 Honda Fit
Mini Cooper Countryman

"Unique and different" is an extremely admirable quest when choosing an automobile. I agree completely. However, choosing and automobile that of good quality, reliable, safe, are important aspects as well. The VW Bug, or Chevrolet Spark do not fall into those categories, and the quality of the Mini and Soul are marginal as well. Out of the bunch the Fit has the best reliability and overall quality record, hands down.

You should buy a car that uses less fuel.

Mazda 3 beats most or all on your list.

Mini Cooper & VW should be avoided for sure.

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