The most interesting budget cars: TOP-5

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Best budget cars: top 5

And we offer you a ranking of the most popular budget cars, which included:

1. Hyundai Accent.
2. Kia Rio.
3. Nissan Versa.
4. Toyota Yaris.
5. Ford Fiesta.

Hyundai Accent

Hyundai Accent is a budget 4-door sedan of B-class. In 2017, the 5th generation of the Korean car was released, which has a harmonious and even elegant body design and no less interesting interior design. Since this generation, not only the appearance has changed, but also the quality of the design, the interior uses better quality materials, the configuration of the seats, the dashboard is improved. In general, Hyundai Accent with each generation becomes more and more reliable and safe.

The model is equipped with medium-liter gasoline engines (1.4 and 1.6 liters) with an output of 100 and 123 hp. – quite economical both on the highway and in city driving.

Benefits of the model:

• untypical for budget models suspension design (front MacPherson, rear – multi-lever), which provides good handling and ride comfort;
• good dynamics and acceleration (acceleration to 100 km/h in 10.5 seconds);
• large glazing area, good visibility;
• inexpensive but high-quality interior trim (materials resistant to wear and tear);
• more expensive versions of the budget Hyundai Accent have decent equipment (remote key, climate control, ABS, electric heated mirrors);
• availability of modification with automatic transmission.

Like any budget model, the Hyundai Accent has weaknesses. These are:

• cramped interior;
• poor noise insulation;
• low ground clearance;
• high fuel consumption when equipped with automatic transmission.

Kia Rio

Another “Korean” in our rating. In addition to economical motors, economical fuel consumption, this sedan is undemanding in operation and maintenance. It is equipped with gasoline engines with 100-123 hp.

Kia Rio Advantages:

• presentable appearance;
• budget priced, economical to maintain and operate;
• spacious and comfortable interior;
• good dynamics, good handling;
• reliable undercarriage.

The car is excellent for city driving. Among the disadvantages, owners note poor noise insulation and stiff suspension.

Nissan Versa

The Nissan Versa is a Japanese compact sedan designed for sale in the North American market. In 2019, the third generation of the model was presented. The car is built on the platform of the budget Nissan V, equipped with drum brakes on the rear wheels, semi dependent suspension, front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual transmission and variator, equipped with an atmospheric gasoline engine 1.6 liters, 124 hp.

Benefits of the Nissan Versa:

• technology – options such as keyless access, automatic high beam shift system, auto braking system are available in the base configuration;
• good crash test results;
• unified style in interior and interior design;
• Android and Carplay are standard features on the model;
• low price.

Minuses:

• cramped interior;
• worse equipment compared to more expensive modifications and models of the brand.

Toyota Yaris

Compact cars – another category of budget and economical TCs. Toyota Yaris is the best representative of this category. The hatchback is available in the body with 3 and 5 doors, and all modifications younger than 2015 have 5 doors.

Benefits of the model:

• variety of equipment – available options with an atmospheric gasoline engine of small and medium liter (1 liter, 1.3 liter, 1.5 liter) with an output of 69-106 hp, with a turbocharged gasoline engine 1.8 liter (210 hp), turbo diesel 1.4 liter, 90 hp;
• maneuverability – an ideal quality for a city car;
• stylish body design;
• comfortable interior, easy-to-use control panel;
• excellent dynamics and handling;
• durable drivetrain;
• soft suspension for a budget car;
• solid body;
• fuel economy;
• rich technological and electronic equipment.

Disadvantages:

• the inconvenience of a robotized transmission;
• cheap interior materials;
• the need for frequent oil changes.

Ford Fiesta

Both in hatchback and sedan body Ford Fiesta is an excellent budget option of a city car. It is a car that is pleasant to be in, pleasant to look at, and pleasant to drive in complex city traffic.

Ford Fiesta Advantages:

• a wide range of equipment (different fuel types, liters, power, transmission options);
• maneuverability, excellent acceleration;
• a docile steering wheel;
• a large luggage compartment;
• cheap operation and maintenance;
• attractive design;
• high quality paintwork.

Minuses of the model:

• low ground clearance;
• cramped for rear-row passengers.