Best Sedans under $50,000
38 popular Sedans you can own under $50,000 — here's what each really costs, cheapest first.
Sedans under $50,000, cheapest first
2026 Nissan Versa SV
The price to buy it$19,929
A fair price could save$1,071
2026 Hyundai Elantra SEL
The price to buy it$21,827
A fair price could save$1,173
2026 Nissan Sentra SV
The price to buy it$21,827
A fair price could save$1,173
2026 Volkswagen Jetta SE
The price to buy it$21,827
A fair price could save$1,173
2026 Kia K4 LX
The price to buy it$21,827
A fair price could save$1,173
2026 Toyota Corolla LE
The price to buy it$23,136
A fair price could save$864
2026 Subaru Impreza Sport
The price to buy it$23,136
A fair price could save$864
2026 Mazda Mazda3 Select
The price to buy it$24,674
A fair price could save$1,326
2026 Subaru Legacy Premium
The price to buy it$25,064
A fair price could save$936
2026 Honda Civic Sport
The price to buy it$26,028
A fair price could save$972
2026 Kia K5 LXS
The price to buy it$25,623
A fair price could save$1,377
2026 Chevrolet Malibu LT
The price to buy it$25,623
A fair price could save$1,377
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Common questions
What Sedans can I get under $50,000?
38 popular Sedans in our guides land at or below $50,000. The most affordable is the 2026 Nissan Versa SV, about $19,929 at a fair price.
Which of these Sedans holds its value best?
The 2026 Toyota Corolla LE keeps its value best — roughly 62% after three years, or about $14,880.
How much should I save to buy one under $50,000?
A common starting point is about 20% up front — for the 2026 Nissan Versa SV that's roughly $3,986. Put away about $77 a week and your car fund is ready in a year.
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