Yes, several of these can be great values and fuel sippers. Don’t forget to do the homework and review the maintenance records and you’ll want a great independent car care provider to service it for you. Now, that’s a recipe for success.
It's a bare bones vehicle. It's cheap and it gets the job done. It's a little like a modern Yugo. 75hp though, lol. Reminds me of the Geo Metro. It still beats the zapatomobile. I was actually really glad to see it make this list.
In 07, I bought a 1985 Chevy Cavalier 5spd for $500 that was running, Then in 2008, I bought a 1994 Honda Passport (rebranded Isuzu Rodeo) for $700 that wasn't running. It needed an engine ground strap. In 2012, I bought a 1994 Honda Civic LX 5spd for $1000 that was running. Believe me, there are plenty of us in the states who are dirt poor. People in America just pretend to be rich. Take those credit cards and lines of credit away and most of us would be driving bicycles, or mopeds, lol.
The Eco-Sport is a flaming pile of crap! I had one as a rental. It felt like high winds would blow it onto its side. While driving it, I worried that the wheels would fall off. Avoid it at all costs!
I agreed with you on all these cars except packages, the Hyundai‘s, and the brethren those blow up and yes, they have great warranty, but they’ve been known not to honor their warranty
I drive an Impreza! Its the best purchase I have made in my life. I have one with CVT and its almost 2 years old, but tbh.....I haven't had any problems with it. Then again, I don't push it at all. Just drive it normally like it should be driven and you'll be all set.
You and me both. I always ROFL when people get lost, or drive into wet concrete while following their GPS. It's the worst for truckers. These fools wind up in a neighborhood and end up jacknifing in the middle of the road, or use someone's yard as a parking lot. I just use my eyes and ears. If I'm traveling somewhere I've never been, I use a map and plan my route. All my cars predate infotainment. They all have nice screenless dashes.
Toyota is cheap and durable but the jetta would be a better driving experience and higher in maintenance cost . it will take time to choose which . eventually i would go for the jetta
I just sold my 2022 Impreza sport hatch. Worst car I’ve ever owned. Stiff ride, slow, does not get good gas milage unless you’re on flat ground with no wind. Also seats were paper thin and felt like they had no padding.
Let’s not forget that brand new cars depreciates like crazy the instant they leave dealership. Considering that I know corolla is the most boring option but most reasonable too and it’s damn reliable
Have you ever driven an Ecosport? While the recent models with the 2.0 aren't bad powerwise, the MPG is hideous. I currently own a 2013 Focus with the 2.0 and 160hp, and I get 38mpg easily on a 65mph drive, and 35 at 75mph. The Ecosport I have driven, I'm lucky to get 27 on the highway. They don't handle well, they don't ride well, they have NO ROOM for any cargo unless you put the seats down, and then you can't put anyone in the back. Do yourself a favor and get ANY of the other cars on this list.
Thanks, man. Rio is my choice, too. I never I owned a car before we had cars for family . Now everyone is pushing me to buy a car (my girl), and I don't want to pay a lot for something I don't use a lot. Still, Uber is the best option . Is cash the best option or monthly? I'm a new Immigrant can you give me guidance . 🙏
I'll always be hurt by the subaru did the impreza it wasn't what we wanted to see after growing up. I know the wrx is it's own thing now but the grocery getter did some damage
The versa and jetta get my money. I have a 2013 versa thats never seen a maintenance visit. I do my own oil and brakes. The jetta is fun cost quite a bit to fix.
When it comes to dependability. You can't beat a Toyota. And some of them can make big power. If you properly take care of them. They will last for decades. And the CVT transmission should be avoided at all costs. Doesn't matter who made it. Stick with running gears. Until they perfect the CVT. Which nobody has done yet.
Ok, now I'm concerned and disappointed on your tactics for videos... The engine video you just did talking about the Ecotec claiming it's such a horrible engine, and only stating a few vehicles it came in, however there are multiple variations of the Ecotec, several more vehicles it's available in and multiple of those non mentioned vehicles and motor variations that are extremely reliable... I have personally purchased and owned and still own multiple Ecotec 2.0,2.2 and 2.4 that i literally beat the crap out of and never had an issue. My 2.0 has been extremely modified and has 150,000 miles on it gets the living crap beat out of it every single time I drive it, with never an issue 1. And now the first vehicle you mentioned in this video is the Ford ecosport which has extreme transmission and other issues, and you are recommending the vehicle to be purchased?! That's not cool and extremely contradictory.. why mention something so bad that is notorious for problems.
To be fair. It doesn't seem like too many people have the same luck you do with keeping them running. Maybe you just treat those old L-series based engines right. Or you effectively have avoided any lemons from the factory. But yep there could be some contradiction about recommendations in this video. Though he didn't say anything about its reliability here, just that it's fun to drive. Which could be somewhat accurate lol.
The intent here was to present cheap commuter options that are brand new. Not everyone wants to wrench on a dependable beater. Some just want to buy something cheap that will get them through the next 3-5yrs. The intended audience is college kids, highschoolers, low income families, and someone looking for a really cheap daily, such as a disposible fleet vehicle. Maybe 3 of these vehicles are ideal, the rest...I'm not so sure about. The video accomplishes its goal and presents a good variety of options. The Soul is pretty cheap. I knew a guy who picked up 2 at once and was paying $500/mo for both. That kind of price point is really hard to beat for a new car. Especially these days.
Im looking to get a first car, I'm looking to something that is unique in a stick shift. I was looking for maybe a RHD car that's fun to drive, has availability for upgrades, and has at least 4 seats. If anyone has any recommendations, let me know.
Guess they are running out on new only gas models that are affordable to own and desirable to have to recommend such cars no one watching this wants to have.
Is the FORD Ecosport even available in the United States? From all of the "video snippets" they where all RHD! BRING BACK THE DOMESTIC SMALL (Commuter) cars please FORD, GM and CHRYSLER...😢
You realize this is a global platform right? And that a large portion of the world speaks english? What you should be asking is why there aren't any Citroën, RENAULT, Peugeot, or Opel cars on this list. I suspect it's because the list criteria was in Dollars and that even the cheapest Eurpean vehicles would be too expensive. After converting pounds to dollars, the Renault Clio can be had for $23,868.75. I'm not sure what the budget criteria was. It would be nice to see some cross-culture mentions, for a more well-rounded perspective on the global car market. It would also give the rest of the world a chance to live the ideal lifestyle.
Lol I got shadow banned, just because I commented on how these car can't stop on rainy days. No ABS break system ( Anti-Lock Braking Systems). Narrow tread patch 2nd time typing comment. 👦👍🏎🏁🚩
All of these cars are basic crap, priced as much as a full size pickup just two decades ago. And your payments would be more like $400-$500 for 48 months. Buy a used 10 year old car, learn how to do your repairs and don't ruin your future by buying into this scam.
It’s funny how a lot of these weird car guys always talk about how reliable Volkswagens are., but you will never see them riding one over230,000 miles. You will be lucky to see one at around 150. Before the transmission kick the bucket
