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Best Cars Under $20,000

If you're looking for a top-rated, budget-friendly car, these vehicles stand out from the pack. Other top-rated results include Best MPG Under $20,000 and Best SUVs Under $25,000.

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2024 Nissan Versa

2024 Nissan Versa

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$17,820
Starting Price
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4.2
rating
Expert
4.0
rating
Consumer

30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2024 Nissan Versa is the least-expensive new car you can buy. Yet it still offers impressive safety features and good road manners.
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2023 Kia Rio
$17,905
Starting Price

4.3
rating
Expert
4.0
rating
Consumer

36 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2023 Kia Rio subcompact sedan or hatchback is for someone who needs a new car that’s cheap to buy and run, and has a great warranty.
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2023 Nissan Versa
$17,075
Starting Price

4.2
rating
Expert
4.0
rating
Consumer

30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2023 Nissan Versa subcompact sedan is one of the most affordable new cars on the market and one of the better choices in its class.