Car enthusiasts are always curious what the most expensive cars are. But what about the cheapest? These affordable cars are driven by millions of people all over the world. As much as car manufactures want to break barriers in speed and efficiency, it's arguably more important for them produce the cheapest and safest cars possible. That's why we have compiled a list of the 20 cheapest cars ever made, to showcase how incredible these vehicles really are!
1. Tata Nano ($1,500)
The Tata Nano is an Indian car built in 2008, designed with the intention to be cheapest car ever made. Even though the car is $1500 it still has all you need to drive safely on the road.
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2. Maruti 800 ($2,500)
Also produced in India the Maruti 800 is a slightly more expensive option. It has better fuel efficiency and trunk space to its predecessor.
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3. Geely MR ($2,500)
Produced in China the Geely MR is the most affordable car option to get around the country. The car comes in both hatchback, sedan, and 1.3 or 1.5L engine options.
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4. Hindustan Ambassador ($3,000)
Take a look at India’s Hindustan Ambassador, based on the Morris Oxford series III model. The car is timeless, adorable and don’t forget cheap!
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5. ZAZ Zaporozhets ($3,000)
The Zaporozhets is a cheap and funny looking car built by the Soviets in 1994. While the butt of many jokes, the car is impressively good on rough terrain.
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6. JAC Yueyue ($3,500)
This Yueyue is a Chinese two-door hatchback that has a tiny 800cc engine with surprisingly good fuel efficiency. All you need to travel the tight street of China!
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7. BYD F0 ($3,500)
Also built by the Chinese, the BYD F0 was built as another practical, cheap driving option. While not the most stylish car, its perfect for what it was designed for.
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8. Chery QQ ($3,600)
The Cherry QQ is the first example on this list to offer a 4 cylinder engine. The Chinese car is most known for its cubed shape.
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9. FSO Polonez ($4,000)
The FSO Polonez was a popular Polish car that had a long lifespan of several different models from 1970-2000. Eventually, transitioning from a coupe to a sedan.
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10. Lifan 530 ($4,000)
The Chinese Lifan 530 is best remembered for its safety features. It is a popular choice for people who want a reliable and safe car for hectic city driving.
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11. Lada Riva ($4,500)
The Lada Riva is a Soviet era car that's known for its durability. It was popular due to its low price and even lower maintenance costs.
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12. Hyundai Eon ($4,500)
The Hyundai Eon, made in India, offers a 3 cylinder engine and all the standard safety features for cheap. The price has allowed the car to thrive over the competition.
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13. Changan Benben Mini ($4,500)
The Changan Benben Mini has a 1.0-liter engine and solid fuel efficiency. However it’s low price was the only factor that makes it stand out from its competition.
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14. Suzuki Alto ($5,000)
The Suzuki Alto is a small hatchback that does everything you need it to for city driving. It gained popularity in Japan and India for its fuel economy and wide turning radius.
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15. Perodua Viva ($5,600)
The Perodua Viva is known as one of the most fuel-efficient cars ever made. It was built as lightweight as possible to improve efficiency, but it lacks in safety.
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16. BAIC EC ($6,000)
The BAIC EC is the cheapest electric car ever made. The Chinese car has a range of 124 miles, which is quite reasonable for the price.
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17. Dacia Logan ($6,600)
The Dacia Logan is a Romanian car built as a low cost option for the European market. It’s simple sedan design have everything you need in a car.
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18. Dacia Sandero ($7,100)
Renaults Dacia Sandero is the larger version of the Dacia Logan. It has slightly more space and improved features, but comes at a modest price increase.
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19. Fiat Punto ($7,800)
The popular Italian car maker built the Fiat Punto with style. It has all the safety features, decent space, and a cool compact design for driving around Italy.
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20. Qoros 3 ($8,500)
The Qoros 3 is the cheapest Chinese car with a 5 star safety rating. Being safe, and having a 1.6 litre engine is all you need driving around those tight city streets.
