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Best cheap cars 2022

So you’re looking for a cheap car – but you still want a good car, right? Just because the price is low, it doesn't mean that the quality is too. All the cars here have low recommended retail prices and low monthly costs.

Hyundai i10

1. Hyundai i10

9/10
Hyundai i10 review
The Hyundai i10 is a great little car, and the fact that it is not too expensive is the icing on the cake. It comes with a good level of tech – but the cheapest cars don’t come with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. The entry-level 67hp engine is sluggish, too, so you won’t be going anywhere in a hurry. Still, safety equipment is good – you get features such as cruise control and autonomous emergency braking even in the cheapest cars.
SEAT Ibiza

2. SEAT Ibiza

8/10
SEAT Ibiza review
Ok, so some of the interior materials in the SEAT Ibiza feel a bit scratchy – they are not up to the standard you’d see in other Volkswagen group cars. But you do get a decent amount of space and the Ibiza has a big boot, too. The entry-level model also gets desirable features such as a touchscreen display and s
Skoda Kamiq

3. Skoda Kamiq

8/10
Skoda Kamiq review
You don’t have to settle for a dinky city car if you want a cheap car. The Skoda Kamiq is a high-riding SUV that’s spacious and easy to drive. The cheapest car in the range comes with things like a colour touchscreen infotainment system and a leather steering wheel. Again, keep an eye out for finance deals with low monthly costs.
Nissan Juke

4. Nissan Juke

7/10
Nissan Juke review
If you’re in the market for a cheap SUV, the Kamiq isn’t your only choice. The Nissan Juke certainly stands out, and while there are more practical vehicles on sale, you’ll be choosing this cheap car on how it looks. The cheapest Juke is pretty basic mind you – it misses out on things like Bluetooth. Make sure you check out its monthly deals to see if it’s in your budget.
Skoda Scala

5. Skoda Scala

8/10
Skoda Scala review
The Skoda Scala does what Skoda does best – offering you a car that’s cheaper to buy and has more space inside than any of its direct alternatives. Passenger space is good, there are loads of storage areas scattered around the cabin and the Scala has a large, square boot. It even feels well built and has an infotainment system that is logical to use. The Scala isn’t a barrel of laughs to drive though, but it is comfortable enough.
Vauxhall Corsa

6. Vauxhall Corsa

7/10
Vauxhall Corsa review
The Vauxhall Corsa has been one of the most commonly sold cars in the UK for years. You get a decent amount of car for your money and it looks smart too. You might think that the interior looks a little drab and space in the back seats isn’t great. Still, it’s a good, solid cheap car.
Kia Ceed

7. Kia Ceed

7/10
Kia Ceed review
The Kia Ceed is one of the biggest cars in this list and for extra peace of mind it comes with one of the longest warranties too – seven years. It’s a practical hatchback with a decent-sized boot, a touchscreen infotainment system and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. It’s not the most fun to drive however, though that may not be an issue if your main priority is value for money.
Nissan Micra

8. Nissan Micra

7/10
Nissan Micra review
The Micra is here because of its low monthly prices – check them out because its recommended retail price might seem a little high to qualify for this list. Still, it looks relatively smart and is quiet and comfortable with a good-quality interior. The entry-level engine won’t excite you however and similar cars offer more space.
Citroen C3

9. Citroen C3

7/10
Citroen C3 review
The Citroen C3 will certainly stand out in the supermarket car park thanks to those optional protective strips – called air bumps. They have a degree of practicality too, protecting the C3 from trolley bangs and car door scrapes. Apart from the looks, the C3 isn’t the biggest of small cars and the infotainment is clunky. It is, however, very comfortable.
Kia Picanto

10. Kia Picanto

7/10
Kia Picanto review
Just like the Ceed, the Kia Picanto has a seven-year warranty, so this cheap car is a reassuring one too. It looks great and is a doddle to drive in town. Being a cheap city car, it’s not exactly got a long equipment list – the cheapest version doesn’t have air-con, for example, and comes with steel wheels with plastic trims.

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Dacia Sandero

1. Dacia Sandero

9/10
Dacia Sandero review
The Dacia Sandero is the cheapest new car you can buy. But it’s not only cheap, it’s fairly spacious too. There’s not much else the Sandero has going for it though – it’s pretty basic, the interior feels dated and the cheapest model doesn’t even get a radio.
Dacia Sandero Stepway

2. Dacia Sandero Stepway

7/10
Dacia Sandero Stepway review
The Sandero Stepway is basically the same as the standard Sandero, except that its suspension is raised a little which means you sit a bit higher, and it has some extra body cladding to make it look more like an SUV. The cheapest models are still very basic however.
Kia Picanto

3. Kia Picanto

7/10
Kia Picanto review
The Kia Picanto has a seven-year warranty, so this cheap car is a reassuring one too. It looks great and is a doddle to drive in town. Being a cheap city car, it hasn’t got a long equipment list – the cheapest version doesn’t have air-con, for example, and comes with steel wheels with plastic trims.
Dacia Logan MCV

4. Dacia Logan MCV

6/10
Dacia Logan MCV review
The Dacia Logan MCV is a small estate car that’s practical and cheap. Like every other Dacia, it’s frills-free. The cheapest models are really quite basic.
Mitsubishi Mirage

5. Mitsubishi Mirage

2/10
Mitsubishi Mirage review
The best thing the Mirage has going for it is its five-year warranty – most new cars have a three-year warranty. So at least you should have peace of mind.

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The smaller the car, the less you’ll need to spend on both fuel and road tax. A smaller car is lighter and therefore more frugal on fuel. The Hyundai i10 or Peugeot 208 have efficient engines and return impressive fuel usage figures. Despite their size, they’re incredibly practical and would tick the boxes for most people’s day-to-day needs. They’re also a lot better for the environment. So not only can you feel better about the car you’re driving, but you won’t need to pay as much in road tax.

Cars that are cheap to insure are simply some of the safest available, and most economical to repair. Cheap and slow is the way to go. Every car down to each specific engine option is categorised into a group - taking performance and the cost of repair into account. These insurance groups range from 1 to 50. If you’re on a budget, try to get a car with a low insurance group number - the Toyota Yaris and Volkswagen Polo have a few models in group 1.

Through carwow obviously… but you can save even more. Every model of car has options, packages and different engines to choose from. To save money on a new car just think carefully about what you need and avoid the temptation to go for the top spec. Through our website you can find easy to understand descriptions of these options to help you pick what’s best for you.

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