The best used compact cars for every budget
Check out the advantages of used small cars for 10, 20, 30 and 40 thousand. zloty. Here are the offers of car ads on regiomoto.pl.
Compact cars are very popular in the secondary market. Nothing unusual. Firstly, even long-term models from this segment have more interiors and trunks than city cars. However, they are not large enough to make driving in heavy traffic or parking a problem. Secondly, they can be driven on a longer route, and they can also act as a family car. Four people can comfortably travel in them.
Compact cars are, as the experts want, cars of the lower middle class, i.e. C-segment.
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We have reviewed the offers for the sale of used cars posted on the site. regimoto.pl. We have selected several models of compact cars that are worth recommending - at prices up to 10, 20, 30 and 40 thousand. zloty.
We also remind you before buying any car, even with excellent reviews, to make sure of its technical condition, mileage and service history. The basis will be the certainty that the selected vehicle has not been involved in a more serious collision or accident.
Used small cars in the price up to 10 thousand rubles. zloty
* Daewoo Lanos
Although often underestimated, this is an interesting proposition when price matters most. Up to PLN 6000 you can easily find Daewoo Lanos 2001 and even younger. Although the price clearly depends on the technical condition. Older - 14-year-old Lanos are even half the price.
- Today it is a voracious and obsolete car based on the design of the Opel Kadett. The Lanos suspension does not withstand Polish roads, the cab is poorly soundproofed, emphasizes Pavel Skrechko, owner of the Euro-Cars car dealership in Bialystok. “But buying another car of this size for the same money, so reliable and resistant to corrosion, is still difficult.
The advantage of Lanos is also the high availability of cheap spare parts. The biggest drawback is fuel consumption, which fluctuates around 11 l / 100 km in the city. One way to reduce refueling costs is to install a gas installation. Moreover, the engines from the Daewoo Lanos model tolerate driving on gas well.
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You can choose from four gasoline engines, diesels were not offered: 1.4 8V (75 km), 1.5 8V (86 km), 1.5 16V (100 km), 1.6 16V (106 km). We recommend the last two because they make the Lanos a really good car.
It is worth asking about cars produced in the fall of 2000 and later. At this time, Daewoo Lanos has been upgraded, which has been refreshed the appearance of the car and supplemented with equipment.
Sample offers on regiomoto.pl
Daewoo Lanos 1.5, petrol + gas, 2000
Daewoo Lanos 1.6, petrol + gas, 1998
Daewoo Lanos 1.5, gasoline, 2001
* Mazda 323F
The advantage of the Mazda 323F is a sporty silhouette. Compact, based on the Mazda 626 platform. This means one thing - an extraordinary amount of space in the cabin. The engines installed in Mazdach are durable, but only with proper operation - incl. regular inspections or oil changes after the period recommended by the manufacturer. They are prone to overheating, so you need to monitor the level and timing of changing engine oil and coolant.
- It is worth looking for a car with a 1.6 16V 98 hp gasoline engine. He loves high revs, and if you spin it up to 4-5 thousand rpm, then Mazda really accelerates briskly at less than XNUMX%, says Pavel Skrechko. - The suspension is stiff enough, the car does not shake in corners, it is not afraid of lateral gusts of wind. However, on rough roads, ride comfort is not the highest. The disadvantage is poor corrosion protection. This is quite a disadvantage. Most often, rust affects the wheel arches.
Mazda 323F with a 1.6 engine burns about 9 liters of gasoline per hundred in the city, and consumes less than 7 liters on the highway.
The sound insulation in the cabin is too weak, which causes unpleasant noise at high speeds. It should also be remembered that spare parts and repairs for this model are not the cheapest.
Sample offers on regiomoto.pl
Mazda 323F 2.0, diesel, 2000
Mazda 323F 1.5, petrol, 2000 year
Mazda 323F 2.0, diesel, 1999
* Renault Megan
For 10 thousand. PLN, we can look for the first generation Renault Megane from 1995 to 2002. Both the styling and the interior are pleasing to the eye. The driver and passengers will also appreciate the comfortable seats, ideal for long journeys.
“In addition to the standard replacement of wear parts during operation, this Renault model does not cause serious mechanical problems,” says the owner of the Euro-Cars dealership.
The car should be recommended with a 1.9 dCi turbocharged diesel engine with a power of 102 hp. The unit is proven, it does not cause any special problems to the owners, it is economical - it consumes an average of 5,2 liters of diesel fuel per 100 km.
Gasoline units can be troublesome. There are problems with the valve timing regulator and the camshaft position sensor.
When buying Renault Megane, it is recommended to carefully examine the condition of the suspension and make sure that there are no leaks of working fluids.
Sample offers on regiomoto.pl
Reno Megan 1.4, petrol, 1999 year
Reno Megan 1.6, petrol, 2000 year
Renault Megan 1.9, diesel, 2000
Used small cars in the price up to 20 thousand rubles. zloty
* Volkswagen Golf IV
A popular model in demand in Poland. No wonder - the Volkswagen Golf IV is one of the best compact cars on the market.
Gasoline engines are dynamic, but uneconomical. The most popular 1.4 75 hp and 1.6 101 and 105 hp They tolerate HBO well, so there are many cars with HBO among used VW Golfs. Due to the size of the car, it is better to choose a model with a 1.6 engine rather than a 1.4. Only 75 hp there is not enough power for effective acceleration.
1.9 TDI turbo diesels are more popular. They are renowned for their reliability. It is better to choose versions with a power of more than 100 hp. Our expert Pavel Skrechko does not recommend buying a Volkswagen Golf with a naturally aspirated 1.9 SDI diesel engine, which is classified as emergency. Its power (only 68 hp) is not enough for a compact car.
VW Golf IV has a solid suspension. As befits a Volkswagen, it also has a perfectly working gearbox. Traces of wear - already with a run of more than 150 thousand. km - on the other hand, in the cabin we can find plastic ones.
The fourth generation Volkswagen Golf is one of the most frequently imported cars from abroad. So on the market you can find a lot of offers for the sale of this car.
- It is better to focus not on the year, but on the technical and visual condition of the car. It is hard to find a well maintained VW Golf with less than 200 km original mileage. km, Pavel Skrechko warns.
Sample offers on regiomoto.pl
Volkswagen Golf 1.9, diesel, 1999
Volkswagen Golf 1.6, petrol, 1999
Volkswagen Golf 1.4, petrol, 2001
* Audi a3
Audi A3 still looks elegant. Priced up to 20k. PLN, you can buy its first generation, which was discontinued in 2003.
The quality of the finishes used is absolute number one in its class, the ergonomics of the controls and the comfort of the seats are also on top. The steering is precise, as befits this brand.
The disadvantages of the Audi A3 include brakes, their efficiency leaves much to be desired, as well as driving comfort. It is also very popular with thieves who steal cars for parts.
As for the engines, as with the Volkswagen Golf, the 1.9 TDI engine is worth recommending as it impresses with its flexibility. Among gasoline engines, a 1.6 102 km engine is sufficient for such a car, although fuel consumption in the city can be from 9,5 to 11 l / 100 km. On the road better - about 7 liters.
- When buying a car, please do not take into account the number of kilometers that is on the meter, but carefully look at the technical condition, - recommends the owner of Euro-Cars. – It makes no sense to be mistaken that a 13-year-old car will travel less than 200 thousand kilometers. km.
Sample offers on regiomoto.pl
Audi A3 1.9, diesel, 2001
Audi A3 1.6, petrol, 1999 year
Audi A3 1.8, petrol+gas, 1997
* Seat Leon
The Spanish compact is actually a German design. Seat Leon of the first generation (we can afford such a car for 20 zł 3) is a close relative of VW Golf IV and Audi AXNUMX.
In addition to an attractive silhouette, the advantage of the Seat Leon is also a well-designed interior. Comfortable seats hold the body well in corners, but there is not enough legroom and headroom in the rear.
“The improved chassis leaves a lot of impressions from driving the Seat Leon,” says Pavel Skrechko. - The car sticks to the ground when driving on a winding road, always remains predictable and is not prone to excessive roll. The braking system is also commendable. The 1.9 TDI engine is most often chosen by buyers.
As for gasoline engines, it is similar to the Volkswagen Golf IV - 1.4 75 hp. may be a little weak, it is better to take the Seat Leon 1.6 105 hp, which maintains good dynamics and a low failure rate.
Sample offers on regiomoto.pl
Seat Leon 1.9, diesel, 2001 year
Seat Leon 1.6, petrol, 2004
Seat Leon 1.9, diesel, 2002 year
Used compact cars up to 30 thousand złoty
* Citroen C4
Citroen C4 has been produced since 2004 and has two generations. This is a worthy successor to the Citroen Xsara. The design is especially impressive - as if it were a higher-class car than a subcompact. Originally designed headlights and taillights, chrome accents and clear side ribs are in perfect harmony with the majestic body shape. Although, of course, it all depends on taste.
There is enough space in the cabin for four tall people, the dashboard leaves nothing to be desired - it is decorated in a completely modern way.
“Before buying, I recommend testing the seats, because the original seat profile is not suitable for everyone,” notes Pavel Skrechko.
Citroen C4 provides high driving comfort, the suspension absorbs bumps well. An efficient braking system is also a plus.
It is worth paying attention to diesel engines. There were two such units in the Citroen C4 line of the first generation of the car. If performance is important to us, then it is better to choose 2.0 HDI 136 hp. We'll pay less for a Citroen with a smaller 1.6 HDI 110 hp diesel engine. Diesels burn (on average) 4,5 and 5,4 l/100 km respectively.
In the case of gasoline cars, it is worth paying attention to 1.4 km (on average, it burns 90 l / 6,4 km - this value is acceptable). In the case of 100 1.6 hp fuel consumption is more than 110 liters. It's just that in the latter case, the Citroen C7 has much better performance.
Sample offers on regiomoto.pl
Citroen C4 1.4, gasoline, 2009
Citroen C4 1.6, diesel, 2007
Citroen C4 2.0, diesel, 2005
* Fiat Bravo II
Up to 40 PLN 2007 in regiomoto.pl you can find 2008 and XNUMX Fiat Bravo cars. The designers of this version of Bravo completely changed the look of the car. It does not look like the older model, it looks dynamic and elegant at the same time.
The advantage is a well-maintained interior, made of quality materials. Plus, it's also a rich package for a decent price. Fiat Bravo may not sin with a lot of space inside, but it's definitely enough for a family of four. In terms of ride quality, the car is comfortable and pleasant to drive, although the steering isn't the most precise.
“I would recommend a 1.9 JTD turbodiesel with a capacity of 150 horses,” says Pavel Skrechko. - It is characterized by low fuel consumption (at the level of 5,6 liters of oil per 100 km), does not cause any special problems for users, rarely breaks down.
Gasoline engines - 16-valve units 1.4, developing power from 90 to 150 hp. Especially Bravo with its 150 hp engine. turbocharged can bring you a lot of driving pleasure. This engine is an interesting choice, especially since the Fiat Bravo shows sporty aspirations in its appearance.
Sample offers on regiomoto.pl
Fiat Bravo 1.6, diesel, 2008
Fiat Bravo 1.9, diesel, 2008
Fiat Bravo 1.4, petrol, 2007
* Opel Astra III
The car has been produced since 2004. Opel Astra III was then significantly rejuvenated compared to its predecessor. The base gasoline unit is 1.4 with a power of 90 hp. This is not enough for drivers who often drive off-road.
According to Pavel Skrechko, one of the most reasonable options - if we are thinking about a car that serves the whole family, and not just one person - would be a 1.6 115 km petrol engine.
Diesels have a reputation for being flexible and dynamic units. They have power from 90 to 150 hp. It is worth looking for an Opel Astra with a 1.7 CDTI engine with 100 hp. – it doesn’t cause big problems for users, it is economical and should be enough for a smooth ride.
Sample offers on regiomoto.pl
Opel Astra 1.9, diesel, 2006
Opel Astra 1.7, diesel, 2005
Opel Astra 1.6, gasoline, 2004
Used compact cars up to 40 thousand złoty
* Honda Civic
The eighth version of the Japanese hatchback can be found without any problems. Moreover, recently the ninth version of the Japanese compact went to car dealerships. Honda Civic VIII was released in 2006. Stylistically, it's a compromise between its immediate predecessor and earlier, sportier models.
Experts speak positively about this car, emphasizing its reliability, cosmic appearance of the exterior and no less original interior or excellent driving position.
On the regiomoto.pl website, in the proposed price range, we found, among other things, several examples with a 2.2 diesel. And this is what we recommend. Its parameters speak in favor of this choice: 140 hp, as much as 340 Nm of torque and low fuel consumption of about 6 l / 100 km. Then comes performance – 100 km/h in less than 9 seconds.
You don’t have to worry about the I-VTEC 1.4 and 1.8 gasoline units. Rarely seen in Honda repair shops with breakdowns of these high-speed gasoline engines. These engines are considered to be extremely durable.
The amount of space in the cabin of the Honda Civic is not impressive, the design should also be liked.
Sample offers on regiomoto.pl
Honda Civik 1.4, petrol, 2006 year
Honda Civik 1.8, petrol, 2007 year
Honda Civik 2.2, diesel, 2006
* Ford Focus
Up to 40 PLN we will buy the second generation of the car.
- A very successful model, with a very good suspension and precise steering, - emphasizes the head of the Bialystok Motor Show. The only downside was corrosion in the Focus II from the first period of production, which showed up in many places. Only after the facelift in 2008, the designers eliminated this drawback. So we recommend modernized cars, which can be recognized by the characteristic headlights, slightly overlapping the hood.
When choosing a used Ford Focus, pay special attention to checking the condition of the brakes and possibly replacing the discs. In this case, it is better to use the original ones. Alternative materials may not be able to withstand the load.
As for the engine, the clear favorite is the 1.6-liter TDCI with 109 hp, which is installed on most Ford models. This is a dynamic, flexible unit, and at the same time fuel consumption fluctuates around 5-6 liters per 100 km. While driving, it is almost inaudible how this engine works inside. In turn, the proven, relatively frequently chosen petrol engine 1.6 100 km.
Ford Focus II has another advantage - low complexity and emergency electronics, which is a scourge, for example, in French cars.
Sample offers on regiomoto.pl
Ford Focus 1.6, gasoline, 2009
Ford Focus 1.6, diesel, 2007
Ford Focus 2.0, diesel, 2006
* Skoda Octavia
The compact liftback is a hit in new car sales in Poland. Built on the Volkswagen Golf platform, the Skoda Octavia holds its price well.
The amount of PLN 40 thousand is enough for the second generation (on the market since 2004), but in the pre-facelift version that the Skoda Octavia underwent in autumn 2008.
A simple and functional cockpit, a luggage compartment with a capacity of 560 liters - this speaks in favor of Octavia. However, there is not enough room in the back seat for three adults to travel comfortably. The exterior design is also not the most original.
Among the power units, it is worth paying attention to the 1.9 TDI engine with a power of 105 hp. Luckily, it comes without a DPF. Gasoline 1.6 102 km has positive feedback from drivers, although this is rather weak for this car.
Sample offers on regiomoto.pl
Skoda Octavia 2.0, diesel, 2007
Skoda Octavia 1.6, gasoline, 2008
Skoda Octavia 1.4, gasoline, 2009
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