Top 100 Cheapest New Cars
April 1, 2021
For those of you who want the dependability and warranty a new car can provide, but need something super affordable, I've compiled the top 100 most affordable new cars available right now.
If you intend to keep your new vehicle for a long time (like more than 5 years), than one of these options may make sense for you. However, if you like to trade cars often, or want a lot of bang for your buck, you should be considering a 3-5 year old used car instead.
Unlike other sources, I sort my list by Average Selling Price, not MSRP, because this is more accurate, plus it factors in the different discounts offered by different models. Most other sources list these vehicles incorrectly because they focus on MSRP, not REAL prices you can expect to pay.
Also note that the cheapest cars are generally those with Manual transmissions. Most people don't want these, and they're usually hard to find in stock anyway. I highlighted the ones with Manual transmission in red color.
The good news is these deals should all be readily available on TrueCar and RydeShopper
Cheapest Brand New Cars (by location)
| Rank | Vehicle | Trim | Location | MSRP | Discount | Avg Sale Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2020 Chevrolet Spark Hatchback | LS Manual | Detroit | $14,395 | $2,442 | $11,953 |
| 2 | 2021 Chevrolet Spark Hatchback | LS Manual | Texas | $14,395 | $1,845 | $12,550 |
| 3 | 2020 Nissan Versa Sedan | S Manual | Florida | $15,780 | $2,637 | $13,143 |
| 4 | 2021 Chevrolet Spark Hatchback | LS | Florida | $15,495 | $2,328 | $13,167 |
| 5 | 2020 Chevrolet Spark Hatchback | LS | 02150 | $15,495 | $1,932 | $13,563 |
| 6 | 2021 Nissan Versa Sedan | S Manual | Florida | $15,930 | $2,330 | $13,600 |
| 7 | 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage Hatchback | ES Manual | Florida | $14,990 | $1,326 | $13,664 |
| 8 | 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage Hatchback | ES | Detroit | $16,290 | $2,218 | $14,072 |
| 9 | 2020 Kia Rio Sedan | LX IVT | Los Angeles | $16,815 | $2,326 | $14,489 |
| 10 | 2021 Hyundai Accent Sedan | SE Manual | 02150 | $16,400 | $1,767 | $14,633 |
| 11 | 2020 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan | LS | Texas | $17,595 | $2,957 | $14,638 |
| 12 | 2020 Nissan Versa Sedan | S | Florida | $17,450 | $2,757 | $14,693 |
| 13 | 2020 Ford EcoSport SUV | S | New York | $21,240 | $6,476 | $14,764 |
| 14 | 2021 Nissan Versa Sedan | S | Florida | $17,600 | $2,569 | $15,031 |
| 15 | 2020 Hyundai Elantra Sedan | SE IVT | Seattle/Portland | $20,295 | $5,203 | $15,092 |
| 16 | 2021 Kia Forte Sedan | FE Manual | Washington DC | $18,885 | $3,566 | $15,319 |
| 17 | 2021 Kia Soul SUV | LX Manual | Washington DC | $18,765 | $3,078 | $15,687 |
| 18 | 2021 Hyundai Accent Sedan | SE | 02150 | $17,500 | $1,795 | $15,705 |
| 19 | 2020 Honda Fit Hatchback | LX Manual | Washington DC | $17,185 | $1,407 | $15,778 |
| 20 | 2020 Nissan Kicks SUV | S | Florida | $20,220 | $4,307 | $15,913 |
| 21 | 2020 Chevrolet Trax SUV | LS | Texas | $22,295 | $6,325 | $15,970 |
| 22 | 2021 Kia Soul SUV | LX IVT | Washington DC | $20,265 | $4,185 | $16,080 |
| 23 | 2021 Kia Forte Sedan | FE IVT | Washington DC | $19,785 | $3,652 | $16,133 |
| 24 | 2020 Nissan Sentra Sedan | S | Florida | $20,260 | $3,871 | $16,389 |
| 25 | 2020 Honda Fit Hatchback | LX | Washington DC | $17,985 | $1,473 | $16,512 |
| 26 | 2020 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan | S Manual | SF Bay Area | $19,815 | $3,115 | $16,700 |
| 27 | 2020 Hyundai Kona SUV | SE | Washington DC | $21,440 | $4,522 | $16,918 |
| 28 | 2020 Kia Forte Sedan | FE Manual | Los Angeles | $18,855 | $1,904 | $16,951 |
| 29 | 2021 Hyundai Venue SUV | SE IVT | Washington DC | $19,935 | $2,907 | $17,028 |
| 30 | 2021 Toyota Corolla Sedan | L | Washington DC | $21,020 | $3,868 | $17,152 |
| 31 | 2021 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan | S Manual | SF Bay Area | $19,990 | $2,733 | $17,257 |
| 32 | 2021 Nissan Sentra Sedan | S | Florida | $20,410 | $3,101 | $17,309 |
| 33 | 2020 Chevrolet Malibu Sedan | LS - 1LS | Texas | $24,195 | $6,625 | $17,570 |
| 34 | 2020 Jeep Renegade SUV | Sport | Seattle/Portland | $25,370 | $7,759 | $17,611 |
| 35 | 2020 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan | S | SF Bay Area | $20,615 | $2,991 | $17,624 |
| 36 | 2021 Hyundai Kona SUV | SE | Florida | $21,685 | $4,007 | $17,678 |
| 37 | 2020 Kia Forte Sedan | FE IVT | Los Angeles | $19,755 | $1,995 | $17,760 |
| 38 | 2021 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan | S | SF Bay Area | $20,790 | $2,822 | $17,968 |
| 39 | 2020 Buick Encore SUV | Preferred | SF Bay Area | $26,215 | $8,215 | $18,000 |
| 40 | 2021 Subaru Impreza Sedan | 2.0i Manual | Southeast | $19,720 | $1,498 | $18,222 |
| 41 | 2020 Honda Civic Sedan | LX Manual | Washington DC | $20,995 | $2,767 | $18,228 |
| 42 | 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport SUV | S | Florida | $24,580 | $6,319 | $18,261 |
| 43 | 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Hatchback | SE | Washington DC | $27,495 | $9,175 | $18,320 |
| 44 | 2021 Chevrolet Trax SUV | LS | Detroit | $22,395 | $3,903 | $18,492 |
| 45 | 2021 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback | 2.0 Manual | 02150 | $19,905 | $1,339 | $18,566 |
| 46 | 2021 Ford EcoSport SUV | S | New York | $21,240 | $2,578 | $18,662 |
| 47 | 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback | SE Manual | Washington DC | $21,710 | $3,002 | $18,708 |
| 48 | 2020 Hyundai Elantra Sedan | Eco Dual Clutch | Florida | $22,595 | $3,820 | $18,775 |
| 49 | 2020 Honda Civic Sedan | LX | Washington DC | $21,795 | $2,927 | $18,868 |
| 50 | 2020 Ford Fusion Sedan | S | SF Bay Area | $24,365 | $5,456 | $18,909 |
| 51 | 2020 Nissan Altima Sedan | 2.5 S | Florida | $25,250 | $6,245 | $19,005 |
| 52 | 2020 Buick Encore GX SUV | Preferred | Florida | $25,095 | $5,984 | $19,111 |
| 53 | 2021 Mazda Mazda3 Sedan | 2.0 | SF Bay Area | $21,645 | $2,509 | $19,136 |
| 54 | 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer SUV | LS | Washington DC | $22,595 | $3,412 | $19,183 |
| 55 | 2020 Mazda CX-3 SUV | Sport | Detroit | $21,740 | $2,388 | $19,352 |
| 56 | 2021 Subaru Impreza Sedan | 2.0i | Southeast | $21,020 | $1,597 | $19,423 |
| 57 | 2021 Hyundai Veloster Hatchback | 2.0 | Detroit | $20,905 | $1,368 | $19,537 |
| 58 | 2021 Honda HR-V SUV | LX | Washington DC | $22,395 | $2,787 | $19,608 |
| 59 | 2020 Hyundai Elantra Sedan | GT N Line Manual | Seattle/Portland | $24,475 | $4,759 | $19,716 |
| 60 | 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback | SE | Washington DC | $22,810 | $3,053 | $19,757 |
| 61 | 2021 Chevrolet Malibu Sedan | LS - 1LS | Florida | $24,195 | $4,401 | $19,794 |
| 62 | 2021 Buick Encore SUV | Preferred | Texas | $25,595 | $5,789 | $19,806 |
| 63 | 2021 Jeep Renegade SUV | Jeepster *Ltd Avail* | Los Angeles | $24,345 | $4,305 | $20,040 |
| 64 | 2020 Hyundai Sonata Sedan | SE | Washington DC | $24,595 | $4,532 | $20,063 |
| 65 | 2021 Toyota C-HR SUV | LE | Washington DC | $22,770 | $2,559 | $20,211 |
| 66 | 2021 Mazda CX-3 SUV | Sport | Washington DC | $21,965 | $1,747 | $20,218 |
| 67 | 2021 Honda Civic Sedan | LX | Washington DC | $22,245 | $2,023 | $20,222 |
| 68 | 2020 Honda HR-V SUV | LX | 02150 | $22,095 | $1,867 | $20,228 |
| 69 | 2021 Hyundai Tucson SUV | SE | Florida | $24,885 | $4,595 | $20,290 |
| 70 | 2020 FIAT 500X SUV | Pop | Texas | $26,085 | $5,665 | $20,420 |
| 71 | 2021 Nissan Altima Sedan | 2.5 S | Florida | $25,300 | $4,774 | $20,526 |
| 72 | 2020 Ford Escape SUV | S | Southeast | $26,130 | $5,571 | $20,559 |
| 73 | 2020 Kia Niro Hatchback | LX | Seattle/Portland | $25,765 | $5,179 | $20,586 |
| 74 | 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV | ES 2.0 | Detroit | $24,090 | $3,491 | $20,599 |
| 75 | 2021 Toyota Corolla Sedan | SE Manual | Seattle/Portland | $24,170 | $3,484 | $20,686 |
| 76 | 2020 FIAT 124 Spider Convertible | Urbana Edition *Ltd Avail* | Texas | $26,885 | $6,179 | $20,706 |
| 77 | 2020 Volkswagen Passat Sedan | S | SF Bay Area | $23,915 | $3,159 | $20,756 |
| 78 | 2020 Chevrolet Equinox SUV | LS - 1LS | Texas | $27,495 | $6,735 | $20,760 |
| 79 | 2021 Hyundai Sonata Sedan | SE | Florida | $24,705 | $3,886 | $20,819 |
| 80 | 2021 Jeep Compass SUV | Sport | Washington DC | $25,590 | $4,705 | $20,885 |
| 81 | 2021 Honda Insight Sedan | LX | Washington DC | $24,125 | $3,108 | $21,017 |
| 82 | 2021 Kia Sportage SUV | LX | Seattle/Portland | $25,265 | $4,236 | $21,029 |
| 83 | 2021 Toyota Prius Hatchback | L Eco | Los Angeles | $25,520 | $4,489 | $21,031 |
| 84 | 2021 Buick Encore GX SUV | Preferred | Southeast | $25,195 | $4,142 | $21,053 |
| 85 | 2021 Kia Seltos SUV | LX 2.0 | Seattle/Portland | $23,165 | $2,089 | $21,076 |
| 86 | 2020 GMC Terrain SUV | SLE | Florida | $29,595 | $8,519 | $21,076 |
| 87 | 2020 Dodge Challenger Coupe | SXT | Los Angeles | $29,590 | $8,508 | $21,082 |
| 88 | 2020 Hyundai Tucson SUV | SE | SF Bay Area | $24,690 | $3,582 | $21,108 |
| 89 | 2020 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback | TSI | SF Bay Area | $24,915 | $3,802 | $21,113 |
| 90 | 2021 MINI Hardtop Hatchback | Oxford Edition Hardtop 2-Door | SF Bay Area | $23,250 | $2,081 | $21,169 |
| 91 | 2021 Subaru Crosstrek SUV | 2.0i Manual | Washington DC | $23,295 | $2,091 | $21,204 |
| 92 | 2020 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback | TSI Manual | 02150 | $24,115 | $2,855 | $21,260 |
| 93 | 2020 Dodge Journey SUV | SE Value | Seattle/Portland | $25,170 | $3,879 | $21,291 |
| 94 | 2021 Mazda CX-30 SUV | Base | Washington DC | $23,225 | $1,760 | $21,465 |
| 95 | 2020 Ford Ranger Truck | XL | Texas | $25,605 | $4,132 | $21,473 |
| 96 | 2021 Subaru Legacy Sedan | 2.5i | Chicago | $23,820 | $2,238 | $21,582 |
| 97 | 2020 Honda Accord Sedan | LX | Washington DC | $25,265 | $3,626 | $21,639 |
| 98 | 2021 Hyundai Kona SUV | Night Dual Clutch | Florida | $27,385 | $5,683 | $21,702 |
| 99 | 2021 Chevrolet Equinox SUV | LS - 1LS | Washington DC | $27,495 | $5,768 | $21,727 |
| 100 | 2020 Honda Insight Sedan | LX | 02150 | $23,925 | $2,160 | $21,765 |
My Recommendation for Car Shoppers
TrueCar No-Haggle, CarsDirect, and Ryde Shopper 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
Signup for The Weekly Newsletter
Each week, I'll keep you up-to-date on the latest car deals and news that might affect your purchase. This includes...
- Best Rebates, Incentives, and Lease Deals
- Latest Car Buying Scams and Tricks
- The Best & Worst Time to Buy a Car
- Which Cars You Should Avoid
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.
Latest Weekly Car Buying Tips
April 2021
- Top 100 Cheapest Lease Deals Apr 15, 2021
- Biggest Discounts on New Cars Apr 15, 2021
- Real Prices of Compact Cars Apr 15, 2021
- Largest Hidden Dealer Rebates Apr 15, 2021
- Best Bang for Your Buck Lease Deals Apr 08, 2021
- Best Electric, Hybrid Lease Deals Apr 08, 2021
- Best 0% Finance Deals March 2021 Apr 08, 2021
- Real Prices of New Compact SUVs Apr 08, 2021
- Top 100 Cheapest New Cars Apr 01, 2021
- Real Prices of Large SUVs Apr 01, 2021
- New Cars You Should Wait to Buy Apr 01, 2021
- Luxury Lease Deals Under $500/mo Apr 01, 2021
March 2021
- Best Car Deals by Category Mar 25, 2021
- Worst Cars to Lease Right Now Mar 25, 2021
- Which Cars Better to Lease or Buy Mar 25, 2021
- Real Prices of Midsize Cars Mar 25, 2021
- Best Car Deals Around the Country Mar 18, 2021
- Cars With the Largest Rebates Mar 18, 2021
- Price Comparison of Subcompact SUVs Mar 18, 2021
- Real Prices of Midsize SUVs Mar 11, 2021
- Real Prices of Pickup Trucks Mar 04, 2021
- Biggest Discounts on Leftover Models Mar 04, 2021
December 2020
- Best End of Year Car Deals Dec 31, 2020
- Real Prices of Midsize Luxury Cars Dec 24, 2020
- Real Prices of Small Luxury SUVs Dec 17, 2020
I welcome your car buying questions. Email Me and I'll be glad to answer them!