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Best new cars for under $25,000

Last updated: April 2013

If you’re keeping one eye on our Ratings and the other on your budget, then this list can help.You don’t need to spend a fortune to get a good, reliable, safe vehicle and many models can be bought for under $25,000.  Each model here is a good all-around choice that meets our requirements for being recommended.

The price includes typical options and an automatic transmission, unless a manual is indicated. Prices do not reflect rebates or incentives, which can further reduce the cost.Listed in alphabetical order.

Make & model MSRP
Chevrolet Cruze 1LT (1.4T)
 $21,030
Chevrolet Sonic LT (1.8)
 17,455
Honda Accord LX (4-cyl.)
 23,170
Honda Civic 21,604
Honda Fit (base) 16,915
Hyundai Accent GLS 16,320
Hyundai Elantra GLS 19,220
Hyundai Sonata GLS (2.4) 22,495
Hyundai Veloster (base, manual)
 20,475
Kia Optima LX (2.4) 22,775
Kia Rio EX (sedan)
 17,545
Kia Soul Plus
 18,475
Mazda2 Touring
 17,845
Mazda3 i Touring (Skyactiv)
 22,745
Mazda5 Grand Touring 24,820
Mini Cooper (base, man.) 21,700
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
 24,520
Nissan Altima 2.5 S
 23,410
Nissan Juke SV (AWD)
 24,840
Scion xB 18,612
Scion xD 16,900
Subaru Impreza Premium
 21,345
Subaru Impreza Sport Premium 22,345
Subaru Legacy 2.5i Premium 24,189
Subaru XV Crosstrek Premium 24,215
Toyota Camry LE (4-cyl.) 24,060
Toyota Corolla LE 18,975
Toyota Matrix S (base, 1.8) 20,910
Volkswagen Golf (2.5) 20,830
   

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