The (Canada only) base price was $9,988 , but adding A/C required an automatic transmission, bumping the real price to $13,648 .

These vehicles represented the entry-level floor for new car buyers in 2017:

: 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 2017 Toyota 86 ($26,255) were the go-to choices for affordable performance.

: 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

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)

The (sedan) was the absolute cheapest new car you could buy in 2017, starting at an MSRP of $11,990 .

: The 2017 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid was the most affordable entry point for hybrid buyers, starting around $22,200.