TOP 30 new cheap cars for 2022

Manufacturers of economical cars are focused on the needs of buyers with a limited budget, for whom the priority is not the elegant appearance of the car, but reliability and durability, practicality and efficiency, spaciousness and portability, with low maintenance and repair costs, equipped with standard, but high-quality and inexpensive electronics. providing the required level of driving safety.

 

 

Inexpensive cars with the best value for money. The following criteria were chosen as evaluation criteria:

• quality of parts and assemblies;
• stability and launchability;
• availability of spare parts;
• reliability of the engine, suspension and braking system;
• fuel consumption and speed characteristics;
• command;
• comfort level.

Rating of the cheapest new foreign cars in Russia (in 2022)

Let's look at foreign cars that are assembled at factories in Russia.

Renault Logan

The good old Renault Logan is not like today's Renault Logan, in the good sense of the word. An updated body, a modified interior and even a CVT, the cost of which, by the way, in the maximum configuration is within 950 rubles. Very good, but the Renault Logan starts at 000. Consider the more affordable Stepway Life package and see if it's worth the hefty 550 in the end.

The Logan has never been famous for fuel economy and quick acceleration, but it doesn't need to be - it's a tall off-road sedan with a smooth ride for confident city driving and light off-road driving. In terms of comfort and safety, everything is very good here:

Datsun On-Do

The sedan is offered to buyers at a price of 531 rubles, due to discounts on favorable credit programs and the return of an old car under an exchange program, the benefit for the buyer is up to 000 percent.

By default, cars are equipped with a central lock, an on-board computer and 2 frontal airbags. Upgraded versions are equipped with a radio with a display and support for Bluetooth.

The list of additional equipment includes side airbags in the backs of the front seats, an anti-theft system and an ESC stabilization system.

Nissan Maxima

The main advantages of the C-class car are reliability and durability. The car is equipped with high-quality electrical equipment and a robust body, efficient manual and automatic transmissions and a solid suspension. Under the hood is a prestigious V6 engine with a volume of 2 liters (140 hp) or 3 liters (193 hp). Fuel consumption is 8-10 l/100 km. A 2012 model year car, equipped with a security system, numerous comfort features and an on-board computer, costs 1 rubles, and a 200 Nissan Maxima (in excellent condition) can be bought for 000 rubles.

Kia Picanto

The compact city car Kia Picanto is offered by the manufacturer at a price of 754 rubles. The car has a body type 900-door hatchback. Buyers are offered a gasoline engine with a capacity of 5 or 67 hp, aggregated with a manual or automatic transmission.

Front airbags are standard (side and curtain airbags are available on higher-end models), as well as heated front seats, mirrors and steering wheel rims.

The model range includes the GT Line version, which differs in appearance and interior trim. Regardless of the level of equipment, cars have a small trunk, suitable for carrying several shopping bags.

Due to the low weight, the car is unstable on the roads, so the Kia Picanto is designed for permanent urban use.

Chevrolet niva

The moment comfort meets legendary movement. This version of the "Niva" is interesting, although not always clear to the public, but, nevertheless, deserves attention. The same engine, the usual dynamics and up to five trim levels, but we are only interested in L from 600 to 000 rubles.

Peugeot 208

Peugeot 208 is one of the most reliable economical cars on the market. The manufacturer equipped his car with a modernized chassis, which makes it the most adapted to the realities of Russian roads. Two 1.2 engine options (75 and 130 hp) provide maximum fuel economy in the form of consumption up to 6,3 l/100 km in the city. The interior equipment of an inexpensive car will please you with modern multimedia with a touch screen and voice control. The only drawback is the trunk volume of 300 liters, but this is easily compensated by folding the rear seats.

Chery Bonus

When developing Chery Bonus, manufacturers took into account the needs of Russian residents. The low price does not affect the quality of the interior trim of the spacious interior with an attractive design. For comfortable driving, the car has the necessary equipment. High ground clearance, the ability to reach speeds up to 175 km / h, a five-speed manual gearbox and a 1,5-liter engine made the car popular in the domestic market.

Smooth R2

The compact and agile car has an attractive design and a spacious interior. This is a licensed copy of the Chevrolet Spark; most of the details fit perfectly. Automatic transmission on board, 1,25 l Euro 5 engine, airbags, ABS, parking sensors, heated mirrors.

Advantages

1. Compact and practical
2. Good visibility
3. Economical

Disadvantages

• Rigid suspension
• Low ground clearance

Prices

For this model, you will have to pay from 439 rubles.

KIA Rio

The compact sedan KIA Rio is offered at a price of 824 rubles, and when buying on credit and returning an old car under the trade-in or recycling program, a discount of up to 900-15% is provided.

Cars are equipped with 1,4-liter or 1,6-liter engines (100 and 123 hp, respectively), coupled with manual or automatic transmissions (6 forward gears). To ensure that the device starts at an air temperature of -35°C, a high-capacity battery is used.

All produced cars are equipped with air conditioning with a filter that prevents fine dust from entering the passenger compartment. There are frontal airbags and ABS with lane stabilization and hill start assist.

Increased to 160 mm ground clearance allows you to move on country roads. The manufacturer claims that it better protects the body metal from corrosion (thanks to the additional lining of the bottom and hidden recesses).

Skoda Octavia

The car is known for its durability, build quality and low maintenance. Under the hood is a 1,4-liter gasoline engine (80 hp), front-wheel drive with a manual transmission. The car has a top speed of up to 170 km/h. Gasoline consumption in the combined cycle is 7 l / 100 km. The advantage of the car is the extensive equipment and functionality: multifunction steering wheel, cruise control, air conditioning, audio system. The disadvantage is too simple interior decoration. A car of the 2011 model year can be purchased for 480 thousand rubles.

Daewoo matiz

Matiz can boast neither large dimensions and capacity, nor great comfort, but in Russia in 2019 it was most often used for commuting. The key is the cost of the basic package Inexpensive Standard - 254 rubles. You'll get a 000L engine, but you won't find airbags or power windows.

Advantages

1. Quality construction
2. Minimum maintenance costs
3. Economical fuel consumption

Disadvantages

• Lack of airbags
• loud engine
• Weak engine

Price

The cost of the base model is 265 rubles.

Honda Civic

The car is popular due to its elegant sporty design, high-quality interior details, economy and reliability in operation. It uses front-wheel drive with a choice of manual or automatic transmission. Gasoline engine, 1,8 liters and 142 hp. Acceleration time is 10,6 seconds, average fuel consumption is 5,9 l/100 km.

Spare parts are expensive, but breakdowns are extremely rare. The car is equipped with reliable electronics, adaptive cruise control, which helps to keep a distance from the car in front. There is seat heating. The disadvantages include low ground clearance, which makes it difficult to drive on uneven or snowy roads. A car manufactured in 2014-2016 can be purchased at a price of 800 to 000 rubles.

Hyundai Solaris

Budget sedan Hyundai B-Class has a starting price of 780 rubles. (White, other colors and metallics are available at an additional cost.) The car received a body with steel alloy elements to increase stability in a collision. The base model has a 000-liter gasoline engine with 1,4 hp under the hood, aggregated with a six-speed manual gearbox. A 100-horsepower 123-liter version is available with a six-speed manual transmission at an additional cost.

The base model does not have air conditioning, but has electric front windows (rear doors have manual mechanisms), standard equipment includes electric power steering, ABS with trajectory control and tire pressure monitoring, frontal airbags (can be disabled on the passenger side).

Skoda Rapid

A German car for 600 rubles is a real deal, and this is a Skoda Rapid in the shell of the first restyling, which turned out to be very successful. But make no mistake, the Rapid has a lot of options, and some of them bring it closer to a business class car, for almost one and a half million rubles. Let's focus on the Active package, the minimum set of options of which increases the cost of the car by only 000 rubles.

I think many will agree that comfort and German quality are almost synonymous. Let's see what Skoda offers us in the most modest set of options.

Geely HQ SRV

The intricately named product is a heavy and roomy station wagon powered by a modest but economical 1,1L engine. Aesthetically unsightly on the outside, it offers plenty of features inside: ABS, air conditioning, rear window heating, power windows and an amplifier at a price of 383 rubles. It is worth noting the presence of airbags and a reinforced frame.

Advantages

1. good engine
2. High ground clearance
3. Spacious interior

Disadvantages

• Soundproofing
• Budget Adjustment
• Creaking in the car

Price

Price 383 000 rubles.

Daewoo nexia

The manufacturer found a "gold mine" in the form of cheap cars, presenting a model at a price of 372 rubles. You will become the owner of a full-fledged sedan with a spacious interior and trunk and a 000-liter engine. In terms of comfort and safety, you won't find anything else.

Advantages

1. The car is not whimsical and reliable enough
2. Capable
3. Excellent suspension

Disadvantages

• Low ground clearance
• narrow saloon

Price

The price for Boaz starts from 372 rubles.

Mercedes Cl

The car from the legendary German brand is based on the Mercedes S-Class.

Mercedes CL costs about 400 rubles.

Given the presentable appearance and German quality, this estate car looks much more expensive for its money. The model is equipped with extensive electronic equipment. It uses the Keyless Go system, which allows you to remotely open the doors and start the engine without a key. For this, a plastic card is used.

Cruise control allows you not only to maintain a constant speed, but also to change it depending on the traffic situation. Behind the grille is also a small radar that monitors the distance to the vehicle ahead. The range is 150 meters. In this case, the intensity of braking is set automatically so as not to cause inconvenience to passengers.

For the first time in this model, Active Body Control (ABC) suspension is used, which prevents longitudinal and transverse body rolls.

It uses automatic adaptation of the active suspension to road conditions using a hydraulic system and numerous sensors. When cornering, a high level of safety is guaranteed. The car is equipped with an emergency braking system Break Assist, ASR.

Volkswagen Polo

Debuting in the late spring of 2020, the Volkswagen Polo lost its usual sedan prefix and received a hatchback body, unified with the Skoda Rapid. The entry-level model Origin will cost from 877 rubles. Standard equipment includes a multimedia center with a color screen and App-Connect support, as well as LED taillights. Under the hood is a 900-liter engine with 1,6 hp. Some models can be equipped with a supercharged 90 engine with 1.4 hp. combined with a 125-speed DSG transmission.

The car is equipped with LED daytime running lights and a front design inspired by the new Volkswagen Group models. Drum brakes are used at the rear by default, disc brakes are available on more powerful vehicles. The basic version is not equipped with air conditioning, even for an additional fee, the list of options includes metallic or mother-of-pearl body painting.

C

Under the hood of the car is a 5,7-liter V8 power unit with a capacity of 177-425 hp. The letter "C" here stands for premium equipment. The car boasts American elegance. Body length is 5024mm, width is 1882mm The 2011 model features redesigned bodywork, LED headlights and taillights. A multimedia system is installed in the cabin, and the materials used in interior design look expensive.

The exterior of the car has classic proportions, and 20-inch wheels look organic. Progressive design, continuing the tradition of the Chrysler brand, is relevant today. The massive front end gives the impression of power and solidity, so this car is perfect for a serious businessman, emphasizing his status.

The suspension is completely independent. It uses multiple levers, so the car has good traction and driving stability. While driving, the driver and passengers feel increased comfort and smoothness.

The car behaves well on European roads.

Even the basic version has a high level of active and passive safety:

1. Three deformation zones soften the impact in a frontal collision.
2. Tubular reinforcements of the inner beam provide maximum protection for passengers in the event of an accident.
3. The electronic control unit controls the direction, intensity and deployment of the airbags.
4. In addition to the front airbags, there are side curtain airbags for the driver and front passenger.
5. The design of the braking system includes ABS and ESP. The large radius of the wheels allows the use of ventilated brake discs.

LIFAN SOLANO

Lifan Solano is a Chinese car assembled in Russia. The passenger car has impressive dimensions: length 4620 mm, width 1705, height 1495, ground clearance 165 mm. Inexpensive, cheap to operate, Solano is good for city trips and out-of-town excursions. The salon is spacious and family friendly. Equipped with automatic air conditioning, power steering, adjustable steering column, on-board computer, fog lights. Since the appearance of the car in Russia in 2010, it has been popular due to its low price, good technical composition and appearance.

Renault Sandero

An attractive foreign car from a French manufacturer at an attractive price of just 600 rubles, it comes with a wide range of options, various engines and transmissions, bringing its cost to the range of 000 rubles to 700 rubles. Keep in mind that the CVT will cost quite a lot and will leave the economy car segment in the maximum configuration.

The most attractive price will be Stepway Living, its total cost is 850 rubles. Consider what set of options you have.

Audi Q7 (4L)

This German car is equipped with all-wheel drive. Torque is distributed in a ratio of 40 to 60. The Audi Q7 has a spacious interior:

1. An additional third row of seats is provided. Small people or children will feel quite comfortable in the rear seats.
2. In addition, two separate seats can be installed in the second row of the cabin.

This car looks quite presentable, but does not quite match the Russian SUV. To do this, there is a weak suspension and engine. Among the shortcomings, one can single out the unsuccessful design of the luggage compartment. Despite the large volume, putting things in it is inconvenient. Driving on rough roads is also difficult due to the lack of a downshift. This business car looks very solid. At first glance, you can’t say that it can be bought for 450 rubles.

The car is equipped with both petrol and diesel power units. It is diesels that are considered the most reliable, especially the 4,2-liter V8 engine with a turbine.

Toyota Corolla

A reliable car with a smooth ride, a stylish exterior, a spacious interior and a roomy trunk. Spare parts are readily available and relatively inexpensive. The car is suitable for off-road driving, maneuverable, undemanding to the quality of gasoline and has low fuel consumption (from 3,4 to 9 l/100 km in various vehicle modifications). Standard equipment includes electric power steering, high quality rear suspension.

In Russia, models are used with sedan, station wagon and hatchback bodies and engines from 1,3 liters (99 hp) to 2,4 liters (158 hp). Breakdowns occur only when individual parts and components wear out after long-term use of the vehicle. The average price of such a car is 557 rubles.

Rating of the cheapest cars of the domestic auto industry (in 2022)

The Russian auto industry does not indulge in new products (so far we are not talking about foreign cars assembled in Russia). Today, three companies are still surviving, launching new models on the market:

1. Aurus is a Russian manufacturer of premium cars. He has an S600 (Cortege), an Arsenal minivan, and a Komendant SUV.
2. UAZ announced the release by 2021 of the Russian version of the Toyota Prado, which is an upgraded version of the Patriot SUV.
3. Chevrolet Niva 2. This car should be new in 2021 if no new circumstances arise.
4. Lada 4 × 4 II - planned with a 1,8-liter engine with 122 hp. Its release is scheduled for autumn 2021.
5. Lada Van - in development since 2018, but will not appear until 2021.
6. Lada Vesta Florida. It was supposed to appear in the fall of 2020, but due to COVID-19, the launch had to be postponed. The interior, bodywork and technical elements have been changed in the car.
7. Lada Largus FL is another novelty that is planned for next year.
8. LadaXCODE. Made in the original X-style, although no exact release date has been announced.

As for the cars already presented, Lada Vesta Sport and CVT, as well as UAZ Patriot with automatic transmission, stand out among the interesting options.

Lada Niva

The cheapest car with all-wheel drive is Lada Niva (the price after the discount starts from 664 rubles). The car is equipped with an 200-horsepower engine and a manual transmission with a 80-speed gearbox. Modernization carried out in 2 has increased the level of comfort for the driver and passengers. The standard equipment includes an airbag (located in the back of the driver's seat), an indispensable ERA-GLONASS accident warning system.

Lada Kalina

What domestic car can be more popular? For a modest sum of 343 rubles, we get a nice model with a driver's airbag, power windows, central locking and hydraulic power steering. The 000-liter engine under the hood allows you to confidently and dynamically move around the city.

Advantages

1. Comfortable interior
2. Heated seat
3. Good team

Disadvantages

• Weak engine
• old fashioned look

Price

The price has increased slightly and starts at 343 rubles.

Lada granta

The leader in the rating of new affordable cars on the Russian market is the Lada Granta sedan, built on the platform of the Kalina budget car.

Base model with 8-valve 87 hp petrol engine. costs 483 rubles. When buying a car on credit, the factory provides a 900% discount, no other discounts are provided (the price of 10 thousand rubles, advertised by some unofficial dealers, is a scam. - This is a fraudulent trick).

Standard equipment includes a driver's airbag, retractable seat belts and ABS in the brake system, which helps with electronic power distribution between the wheels (to prevent skidding).

The sedan body provides 520 liters of trunk space, but the hinges on the lid make it difficult to store bags. The rear seat backrest can be folded down to carry long items.

UAZ Hunter

It is impossible to ignore our old man, who has been roaming the expanses of not only our country since the Great Patriotic War. Since 1944, little has changed, except for the price - today it starts at 690 rubles. Nevertheless, the characteristics of the car satisfy the mass of people who need it like air.

There is nothing to say about comfort in this car, it simply does not exist in any configuration and cannot be, the car was not created for this.

UAZ Patriot

The Ulyanovsk Automobile Plant offers the UAZ Patriot SUV for 800,1 thousand rubles (when buying on credit under the state program) under the hood of a 150-horsepower 2,7-liter engine with a 5-speed gearbox (there is a model with a 6-speed automatic transmission). To split the torque flow between the axles, a two-speed electric transmission is offered. The SUV has increased ground clearance, which allows it to overcome deep ruts or uneven terrain without the risk of damage to the chassis.

Criteria for choosing a budget car (in 2022)

When buying an economy class car, in addition to cost, consider, among other things.

• year of manufacture, if the car is used, its technical condition;
• number of owners;
• operating costs;
• fuel consumption: the less the better (considering fuel consumption as a key factor, choose a small car);
• engine type - gasoline, diesel, hybrid;
• security level in accordance with the world classification;
• the cost of insurance and the amount of transport tax;
• what kind of body do you want to have;
• which transmission do you prefer - automatic or manual;
• what additional services are desirable (air conditioning, multimedia, cruise control, etc.).
• availability of spare parts and branded service stations within walking distance;

Brand popularity is also important for used cars. The more popular the car, the more garage service specialists work with this model at a reasonable price.

Budget "Europeans"

The Japanese Datsun On-Do and Mi-Do can be classified as "European" only formally, in fact, it's no secret to anyone that they were developed on the basis of the domestic Lada Granta. The cost of these cars starts from 466 for 000 horsepower and 87 for 537 "horses". Another interesting option is the Hyundai Solaris or Kia Rio, which cost at least 000 thousand. Until recently, these cars were at the top of the list when buying by Russians, but the high price of cars and their maintenance led to their drop in the ranking.

Another acceptable option is Renault Logan in the second version. The budget for its purchase depends on the wishes of the configuration, for example, you will have to pay 544 for the minimum version, and the “stuffed” model with all the goodies will cost only 000 rubles.

"Chinese" at an affordable price

Chinese automakers have always produced cars in the affordable segment. They are very popular, especially given the rising prices of European cars. One of the current options is the Lifan Solano, prices for which start at 630. In the Russian Federation, this car is considered reliable, as many taxi drivers use it for work. Another budget option is Geely Emgrand 000, which is assembled in the Republic of Belarus. To buy this "iron horse", you need to cook an average of 7-736 thousand rubles.

This is where the choice of "Chinese" cars can be completed, as the manufacturer has replaced them with more economical SUVs.

Domestic production

AvtoVAZ is one of the most popular car manufacturers in the Russian Federation. It offers a range of affordable car models that almost every second resident of the country can afford. For example, Lada Granta. The base price of the car starts from 420 rubles. The price increases as you select the desired configuration. The car is available in four body styles: station wagon, hatchback, liftback and sedan. The maximum "stuffing" will cost the motorist 000 rubles.

Another option is to buy Lada Vesta. Automotive experts summed up the results of 2018: it was this car that became the sales leader. The minimum price for which you can buy Vesta is 594 thousand rubles. It is worth noting that even the basic version of the model has excellent equipment (driver and passenger airbags, ISOFIX child seat mounts, alarm, immobilizer and other gadgets). For a higher price, the manufacturer offers cruise control, a high-quality audio system and a robotic gearbox.

In third place is Lada Largus, which is ideal for a large family. Everything is perfect here: a lot of space in the cabin, a roomy trunk and a good price. The cost of a compact minivan is only 620 - 746,8 thousand rubles. Some car owners dream of replacing their "iron horse" with an SUV. The cheapest crossover from AvtoVAZ is UAZ Patriot. Its price starts from 790 rubles for the "standard" version, and for the "equipped" version you will have to pay a little more than a million.

No review is complete without the legendary Niva or Lada 4 × 4. The traditional three-door version costs 519 thousand rubles, the Urban model costs 581-620 thousand. An alternative to Lada 4 × 4 is Chevrolet Niva, the price of which starts from 640 thousand. Do not forget about the Lada X-RAY, which is offered in two versions: classic and crossover. The cost of this innovative SUV does not exceed one million. Such a car will be an excellent solution for drivers who need to maintain compact dimensions with high ground clearance.

What budget car to buy in 2022

Budget cars on the Russian market are designed to carry five people and differ in the level of equipment and passive safety. Granta Doméstica is suitable for people with limited economic resources. However, when choosing a new car, it is better to find extra money and buy a Lada Vesta with improved finishes and increased safety. Polo and Rapid offer roomy luggage space, fuel-efficient engines and refined handling.

The products of the South Korean factories Hyundai and KIA are distinguished by their bright design and rich equipment. 6-speed manual and automatic transmissions are an added bonus. If you are planning to travel on rural roads, you are better off with the Renault Duster. Domestic Lada Niva is distinguished by off-road capabilities and a durable chassis. When choosing cheap cars, consider the official price, which is recommended by all official dealers (discounts over 15% should alert the buyer).

Cheap cars not worth buying

There are inexpensive cars, the acquisition of which can create problems for the future owner and lead to significant expenses.

Of these, we highlight the following:

• Old luxury SUVs. The older the car, the more attention and investment it requires. Old off-road conquerors have defects in bodywork, electrical, transmission and running gear due to years of production, and should only be taken if you are aware of the possible costs of maintenance and availability of funds. Examples of such vehicles are used Range Rover, Jeep Cherokee from the 1990s and early 2000s.

• Vehicles with more than one owner. If an inexpensive car has been in several hands, it is likely that the previous owners simply got rid of it as a problematic one. A clear reason for caution is also the duplicated TCP, meaning that the old one is no longer available.
• Undocumented and limited. You can't legally move around them, and troubleshooting can be impossible or prohibitively expensive.
• With a complex engine design, the more technologically advanced the power unit (modern injection system, turbocharging), the more expensive its maintenance will be.
• Cars with carburetor engines. Carburetor cars are considered rare, finding parts for such an engine is time-consuming, and repairs can sometimes be more expensive than injection.
• About the smell of burning or dirt that “floods” the interior. The first indicates wiring problems or a fire, and the second indicates a flooded car.
• With body parts of different colors. Most often, this symptom indicates poor recovery after an accident.
• With flaws. If the owner is selling a used car with a "knocking" gearbox and knocking engine, saying that the knocking is normal and only needs to change the gearbox oil, we advise you to skip this option.
• Chinese cars are more than four or five years old. The stock of "life expectancy" of the Chinese auto industry is three to four years.
• Variable speed cars if you are a fan of hard and fast driving. The variator is demanding on driving style and quickly fails if handled incorrectly.

Vehicles with suspiciously low mileage for their age should also be avoided. The function may be corrupted.