6 Best Cars for Less Than $20,000
Are you looking to buy a brand new car but don't want to spend a ton of money? The average new car costs around $33,000, but not everyone has that type of budget.
To help you get started in your search, AutoBlog recently published a list of the 6 best new cars under $20,000. Although the MSRP on a couple of these starts over $20,000, the average negotiated prices can be had for less than $20,000.
Vehicles on the list include the 2018 Honda Fit and 2018 Kia Soul.
If you're currently in the market for a new (but inexpensive vehicle), I recommend you use TrueCar No Haggleand CarsDirect to see the best prices in your local area.
Best New Cars Under $20,000
| Vehicle | MSRP Range |
|---|---|
| 2018 Honda Fit | $16,190 - $20,520 |
| 2018 Kia Soul | $16,100 - $22,800 |
| 2018 Subaru Impreza | $18,495 - $24,695 |
| 2018 Mazda Mazda3 | $18,095 - $23,895 |
| 2018 Chevrolet Malibu | $21,680 - $30,975 |
| 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport | $21,420 - $26,070 |
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About The Author
Gregg Fidan is the founder of RealCarTips. After being ripped off on his first car purchase, he devoted several years to figuring out the best ways to avoid scams and negotiate
the best car deals. He has written hundreds of articles on the subject of car buying and taught thousands of car shoppers how to get the best deals.
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