Top 10 Inexpensive New Cars for 2012

by DeMeko Scott
 
Are you interested in owning a new car made in 2012, but don�t want to pay over $20,000? Then you�re in luck as there are actually 10 of the cheapest vehicles that are on sale right now that you can own while saving a good deal of money.

Scion XD
10. Scion xD-15,345

The Scion xD is small hatchback that has fun youthful exterior which matches up well with an engaging interior and amazing sound system. You can also look to save even more cash as the xD is pretty fuel efficient while getting 27mpg in the city and 33 on the highway.

Hyundai Elantra
9. Hyundai Elantra-15,345

At the same price as the Scion xD you can also choose the Hyundai Elantra which is a sedan with a little more style, space, and substance than the xD. As far as gas mileage goes you can expect the Elantra to offer the similar results in the city as the Scion, but you will get much more on the highway with 40mpg.

Honda Fit
8. Honda Fit-15,325

With the Honda Fit you�re looking at another four-door hatchback that has great gas mileage and a continuous favorite in its class. You will get about 28 city and 35 hwy mpg for a combined 31mpg from this subcompact to serve as an added bonus to the low price.

Mazda2
7. Mazda2-14,350

If the other choices don�t quite catch your attention then you may want to try out the Mazda2. This is a stylish and sporty hatchback with four doors that provides great drivability and excellent fuel efficiency at 29 city and 35 hwy mpg.

Toyota Yaris
6. Toyota Yaris-14,115

Another popular subcompact vehicle is the Toyota Yaris, which is a two-door hatchback that has a fun exterior and interior. The Yaris also receives some of the best fuel economy in its class with 30 city and 38 hwy for a combined 33mpg.

Kia Soul
5. Kia Soul-13,900

If you�re looking for something that�s bigger than a hatchback, but still offers a sporty feel then you will definitely like the Kia Soul. The Soul is a four-door sport wagon that has great exterior and interior while providing a combined 32mpg.

Kia Rio
4. Kia Rio -13,400

One of the better hatchbacks in my opinion is definitely the Kia Rio with its fun exterior, fuel economy, and low price. It�s one of those well kept secrets as it drives well and with a combined 33mpg it�s worth considering if you want to save some money.

Ford Fiesta
3. Ford Fiesta-13,200

The Ford Fiesta becoming very popular among people by becoming a much more complete vehicle. It�s now a bit sportier and the interior is quite spacious, which is an added bonus when you consider the 40mpg on the highway and 33 combined mpg.

Hyundai Accent
2. Hyundai Accent-12,545

In you�re looking for a sedan that�s very stylish and still offers you the kind of power and fuel economy you want the Hyundai Accent is for you. After undergoing a recent redesigning the Accent is a very good choice for new car, and the 40 hwy mpg is very attractive as well.

Nissan Versa
1. Nissan Versa-10,990

The Nissan Versa is not only last, but also the least expensive vehicle that offers a nice exterior and like the other autos on this list it has great fuel economy. There are not many four-door sedans that are priced this low and provide this type of fuel efficiency at 30 city mpg, 38 hwy mpg, and a combined 33mpg. So if you really wanted to save some cash on a new car the Versa is definitely the way to go.