Recession-proof rides: 8 modestly priced models
Even on the supposition that you’re unaffected by the current economic downturn, you’re probably watching your wallet. With that in mind, in the present state are the least-expensive cars upon the body the market, and the key items they feature or be without.
Hyundai Accent GS
Base price: $10,665
Drivetrain: 110-horsepower, 1.6-liter, four-cylinder, five-speed manual
EPA rating (incorporated town/highway): 26/35
Yes, this is as inferior as it gets in a new set of wheels in 2009. For those of you who won’t miss air conditioning, power windows or a radio, your car has arrived.
Nissan Versa 1.6
Base price: $10,865
Drivetrain: 107-horsepower, 1.6-liter, four-cylinder, five-speed manual
EPA rating (city/highway): 26/34
Spartan driving at its finest. Want to stay sedate? Park in the protection. Want some tunes? Try humming. Want options or more horsepower? Cough up some dough. It will cost you.
Kia Rio
