

Even though the base engine is a 147-hp inline-four, a big leap from the sportier Veloster N's 275-horsepower turbocharged inline-four, it's still an affordable three-door compact with sharp looks and nimble handling.

The cheapest Hyundai Veloster is a taste of what makes driving hatchbacks fun. Check out our list of the cheapest new trucks too. Although these rides might not have everything you want, they've all got what you need, and for a price many people can afford. Even the Nissan Versa, which held the title for least expensive car sold in America for two years in a row has fallen to third after a heavy redesign for 2020. This year, the most expensive car here is $19,925 and the cheapest is more expensive than last year by $300. At $17,120, the Fit was last year's most expensive cheapest car.

Four of last year's cheapest cars–the Honda Fit, Ford Fiesta, Toyota Yaris, and Chevrolet Sonic–have ended production, opening space on this list for a new group of affordable cars, but that's also pushed the prices up. Despite their business casual look, they shine brighter than others in areas that matter for long-term use, like fuel efficiency, cargo room, or warranty offerings.Ĭompact sedans will make up the bulk of the cheapest vehicles in 2021, but, recently, compact-crossovers have started to trickle into the realm of sub-$330-a-month finance payment. These models are zero-frill commuters that typically have cloth interior, smaller infotainment screens, and, in some cases, steel wheels. Welcome instead to the carpool lane of affordability. Were you looking for the intersection of excitement and horsepower? Sorry, that's the next town over.
