This Year's Best Bargain Vehicle
July 24, 2014
Cars.com recently released a list of what they consider the most affordable cars for 2014. They took the price of the vehicle, factored in the cost of popular features -- automatic transmission, power windows and locks, USB, Bluetooth and tilt steering wheel -- and then also added in five years of gas costs. Each vehicle on the list has an overall cost of less than $28,000.
Topping the list as the most affordable vehicle available today is the 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage DE, with a final cost of $22,115 after everything is factored in. Following in second place is the 2014 Scion iQ at $23,920, and third 2014 Chevrolet Spark 1LT at $24,070.
If you're considering any of these affordable vehicles, make sure to visit TrueCar No Haggle, CarsDirect and NADAGuides for even greater savings.
| Vehicle | MSRP Price | Est. 5 Year Gas Cost | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage DE | $15,115 | $7,000 | $22,115 |
| 2014 Scion iQ | $16,420 | $7,500 | $23,920 |
| 2014 Chevrolet Spark 1LT | $15,820 | $8,250 | $24,070 |
| 2014 Nissan Versa SV | $16,340 | $8,000 | $24,340 |
| 2015 Honda Fit LX | $17,115 | $7,750 | $24,865 |
| 2014 Nissan Versa Note SV | $17,340 | $8,000 | $25,340 |
| 2014 Toyota Prius c One | $19,890 | $5,500 | $25,390 |
| 2014 Toyota Yaris LE | $16,825 | $8,750 | $25,575 |
| 2014 Mazda2 Sport | $16,630 | $9,250 | $25,880 |
| 2014 Ford Fiesta SE | $17,500 | $9,000 | $26,500 |
| 2014 Kia Rio EX | $17,600 | $9,000 | $26,600 |
| 2014 Hyundai Accent GLS | $17,855 | $9,000 | $26,855 |
| 2014 Scion xD | $17,475 | $9,500 | $26,975 |
| 2014 Toyota Corolla L | $18,210 | $9,000 | $27,210 |
| 2014 Kia Forte LX | $18,290 | $9,500 | $27,790 |
| 2014 Nissan Sentra SV | $19,350 | $8,500 | $27,850 |
| 2014 Chevrolet Sonic LT | $17,890 | $10,000 | $27,890 |
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TrueCar No-Haggle, CarsDirect, and NADAGuides are the quickest way to see the lowest car prices in your area. These sites show you no-haggle prices from dealers closest to you - and the deals are usually really good. This should be the first step you take when negotiating your car price. Follow this up with my checklist to make sure you squeeze out every last bit of savings.- Gregg Fidan
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