The most affordable cars are inevitably the stripped down base model of a small or sub compact automobile. These vehicles offer little in the way of creature comforts; instead it’s the low price that makes them attractive. An affordable new car may not come with all the bells and whistles of a fully loaded model but they do offer a couple of big advantages over a used car. When you buy an affordable new car you never have to worry about what a previous owner did. New cars always come with a great factory warranty too. Below are 5 affordable cars from a variety of segments that should appeal to the frugal minded shopper.
5) 2013 Ford Fiesta – Affordable Coupe
The base model 2013 Ford Fiesta starts at $13,200. For that price you get a nice fuel efficient compact car that displays Ford’s new Kinetic Exterior Design. The Fiesta is a real head turner especially when you opt for one of the more vibrant colors like Lime Squeeze, Ruby Red, or Blue Candy. The Fiesta comes in 2 body styles: 4-door sedan or 5-door hatchback. What makes the Fiesta such a great value is the incredible fuel economy at 29 MPG in the city and 39 MPG on the highway.
4) 2013 Volkswagen Jetta – Affordable Sedan
The Volkswagen Jetta has been winning award after award for the past couple of years. This sedan has really hit its stride here in the U.S. and that is evident by the huge sales figures. The Jetta comes in 44 different trim levels with the most affordable being the 2.0 Liter base model with a 5-speed manual transmission that retails for $15,545. This model has a highway fuel economy rating of 34 MPG. But if you shell out a few grand more you can get the TDI model which can muster 42 MPG on the highway. The Jetta is touted for its nice interior and German build quality. The Volkswagen Jetta is also a Top Safety Pick award winner.
3) 2013 Toyota Prius c – Affordable Hybrid
Toyota has been the leader in hybrid car sales for over a decade and they have decided to diversify the Prius line. New to the market for 2013 are a larger model called the Prius V and a smaller compact version called the Prius c. The Prius c is the most affordable model of the bunch with a very affordable price of $18,950. What’s more is that with a fuel economy rating of 53 MPG in the city and 46 MPG on the highway, you will be saving a lot at the pump too.
2) 2013 Mazda CX-5 – Affordable Crossover
Crossover vehicles combine the ride quality of a car with the utility of an SUV. But the only fuel efficient crossovers on the market were Hybrids. That all changed with the Mazda CX-5 which uses a new engine technology called SKYACTIV to muster 26 MPG in the city and 35 MPG on the highway. The CX-5 is very affordable with an MSRP price of only $20,995. A great all around performer; the CX-5 combines Zoom Zoom driving feel with a nice assortment of standard features and options. This is a great choice for those who want a versatile and economical ride.
1) 2013 Scion FR-S – Affordable Sports Car
Who says an affordable cannot be fun? Scion has always appealed to a younger generation by providing unique vehicles at a very affordable price point. Well now Scion has developed a real driver’s car with the FR-S. This sports car has a base price of $24,995 and comes with a 200 horsepower engine and 6-speed manual transmission. Although the Scion FR-S may not have the power of a Porsche or the brute force of a Mustang, it does have great weight distribution and excellent handling capabilities. The FR-S is heralded as the next great driver’s car and dealers are finding it hard to keep them in the showroom for long.
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