Everyone needs a car. Unfortunately, not everyone affords to buy an expensive one. However, this is not such a disaster since all the car manufacturers take into the consideration people with limited budgets. Some are not as good a deal as they might look, while some are worth more money than you’ve spent. So, to help you discover some real bargains here’s 10 of some of the best cheap cars in the world.
1. Ford Fiesta
One inexpensive car which is worth buying is the Ford Fiesta. It is not difficult to drive, it has very responsive controls and the fuel consumption is very low. This is the reason why it is America’s most sold car. You should also consider buying the one with automatic transmission, which is even more fuel efficient. This is a perfect car for beginners. The price starts at $13.320.
2. Honda Fit
A real city car, it is small and practical. Fun to drive and economical, it also provides a large storage space, which is unexpected from such a little car. Honda Fit is on its second generation, released in 2008. It is larger than the previous one, the headliner is higher and the handling is improved. The price starts at $14.900.
3. Chevrolet Cruze
The Cruze from General Motors is a really cool ride. It not only has an affordable price but also a great look and amazing features which are usually pricey. Launched in 2008, this is a family car, with accents on practicability and comfort, but also with a large interior and a spacious trunk. The quality materials and its performance rank the Chevrolet Cruze among the best affordable cars in the world.
4. Kya Soul Base
This is a stylish mini-wagon which comes not only with a cool exterior but with interior features to match as well, such as the optional lighted stereo speakers which blink in the rhythm of your tune. It also includes air conditioning, power windows and locks, antilock brakes, and electronic stability control. Its biggest advantage is the large interior storage. The disadvantages of Kya Soul are the limited color selection and the lack of automatic transmission. The price starts at $13,995.
5. Ford Fiesta S Sedan
This nice little car is a great option if you are looking for a bargain. It is a four-door ride, featuring a 120 horsepower engine, power locks (very important on a car with no lock buttons on the doors) and electronic stability control. Also, the fuel consumption is very low, and it is easy and enjoyable to drive it. At only $13,995, one can easily ignore the small rear seat, the wheelbase of 98 inches only, and other minors faults. Overall, this car is a great deal.
6. Nissan Cube
Nissan cube is a Mini MPV produced by Nissan for the Japanese market in 1998 and it is now sold all over the world. The third generation was not very popular in Europe, due to its boxiness. This is the second cheapest car from Nissan, even though its avant-garde style could have kicked up the price. Moreover, it comes with decent basic pieces of equipment, such as air conditioning, CD player, power windows and locks, as well as antilock brakes. The price starts at $14,750.
7. Suzuki SX4
This car comes in two different models, each of them with their own attractive features. The first model is the ‘Crossover’ which is actually great during winter, while the little ‘Sportback‘ comes with a nice big rear wing. Though it doesn’t have all-wheel-drive, riding this supermini can be fun. It also has a specious interior so it can be a family car, but only if your family travels light since the boot is really small. The price of $16,499 is completely justified.
8. Nissan Versa
Nisan Versa is ranked and priced as a subcompact car, while it feels and looks like a pricier compact one. It is surprisingly spacious and comfortable inside. This makes it a real good choice for longer trips, if you have a very limited budget. It feels like you bought yourself a medium-sized car, but with less gas consumption and with much more parking options. The standard package has only a few conveniences, but at a price which starts at $9,990.
9. Mazda 2 Sport
This Mazda is appreciated for the quality of its materials, as well as for low emissions and fuel consumption. It hasn’t got as much room as expected for a car this size, but there is enough space for four adults to sit comfortably. It has an impressive list of standard equipment such as: power windows, mirrors and locks, air conditioning and electronic stability control. It has what it takes to be an excellent choice. However, its price of $14, 795 is a bit too high for such a small car, considering the fact that there are cheaper ones on the market, equally well equipped, or even better.
10. Scion xB
The Scion is considered the best and the biggest of all the compact boxed cars. It is not very cheap when it comes to fuel consumption. However, it is a very safe car, as the 2010 Scion xB ranked first in an ‘Insurance Top for Highway Safety’. Scion xB is fun in the town and great on highways as well. Priced at $16,000, this might be an excellent choice for any family or single driver.
Final Words
We hope that this selection of some of the best cheap cars out there helped you in making a decision. We’ve taken in consideration reliability, maneuverability and perks included in the standard price. There’s no reason for you not to benefit from all these amazing featured if you’re on the budget. What do you think? Don’t hesitate to leave a comment down below.
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