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You don't need to spend a fortune to get a new vehicle with all-wheel drive. These AWD cars, trucks and SUVs all cost less than $35,000.
By Jared Gall
September 16, 2026
Only four affordable hybrid cars start under $30,000 in 2026. See the cheapest new hybrids, their prices and fuel economy up to 54 mpg combined.
By Kirk Bell
September 15, 2026
We’ve compiled the 10 most affordable pickup trucks, ranging from small to full-size, to help shoppers select the right vehicle for their needs and budget.
By Cars.com Editors
August 19, 2026
There are a variety of models with a rock-bottom base price, many of which also get good gas mileage — see our top 10 cheapest new cars on the market.
By Cars.com Editors
August 17, 2026
One of the least expensive new cars you can buy is the 2026 Hyundai Venue — but inexpensive doesn’t mean cheap.
By Aaron Bragman
Detroit Bureau Chief
These 11 EVs represent the more affordable portion of a segment that can get very expensive.
By Cars.com Editors
August 5, 2026
All 10 of the models in our cheap SUV list are subcompacts, and they’re ordered by base price, from least to most expensive.
By Cars.com Editors
July 10, 2026
The 10 models listed here are the most affordable American-made vehicles from Cars.com’s 2026 American-Made Index.
By Lawrence Hodge
June 30, 2026
While most automakers have stopped investing in new convertibles, there are still six affordable convertibles under $50,000 that are available today.
By Cherise Threewitt
May 7, 2026
A total of seven models from five automakers still start at prices below $25,000, and all of them are cars or subcompact SUVs.
By Kirk Bell
April 28, 2026