: The 2017 Ford Fiesta (base model) or 2017 Toyota 86 ($26,255) were the go-to choices for affordable performance.
Choosing a "cheap" car in 2017 meant navigating a thin line between low upfront costs and "bare-bones" utility. Below is a breakdown of the most affordable options from that year across different categories. Top 3 Absolute Cheapest New Cars (MSRP)
If you were willing to spend slightly more, these models offered better overall value or entry into specific segments: cheapest car you can buy 2017
: Starting at $13,000 , the Spark was the most affordable "domestic" car. Despite its low price, it came standard with modern tech like a built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot and a rearview camera. Best Value & "Cheap" Specialty Picks
: The 2017 Toyota Corolla was cited for having the lowest long-term costs due to high resale value and reliability. : The 2017 Ford Fiesta (base model) or
The (Canada only) base price was $9,988 , but adding A/C required an automatic transmission, bumping the real price to $13,648 .
: The 2017 Honda Fit won U.S. News & World Report’s award for its versatile "Magic Seat" and high safety scores. Top 3 Absolute Cheapest New Cars (MSRP) If
### Budget Reality: The "A/C Tax"For many 2017 buyers, the "sticker price" was misleading because the absolute cheapest trims often omitted air conditioning. To get a car with A/C, you often had to jump to a higher trim: