[0:00] buying a car is a big investment and the
[0:02] last thing you want is to make the wrong
[0:04] choice but what if you could get a car
[0:06] for under $5,000 that runs flawlessly
[0:09] for years and costs almost nothing to
[0:12] maintain backed by real world data and
[0:14] expert reviews these are 17 cheap cars
[0:17] that simply never break down and they
[0:19] prove you don't have to spend big to
[0:21] drive smart on number 17 we have a car
[0:24] so reliable that taxi drivers and
[0:26] commuters swear by it the Toyota Corolla
[0:29] this thing is practically Immortal while
[0:31] a brand new Corolla will cost you over
[0:34] $22,000 you can grab one of these 2003
[0:37] to2 2008 models for under $5,000 and
[0:40] here's why that's a steal the 1.8 L
[0:43] engine is built to last easily pushing
[0:46] past 200,000 M with just basic
[0:49] maintenance Consumer Reports ranks these
[0:51] models among the most reliable cars ever
[0:53] made and they're Dirt Cheap to maintain
[0:56] just
[0:57] $362 per year on average that's compared
[1:00] to most sedans fuel economy 30 MP gallon
[1:03] combined which means this thing saves
[1:06] you money even after you buy it sure
[1:08] some early models had minor oil
[1:10] consumption issues but a quick fix keeps
[1:13] them running like a dream on number 16
[1:16] we have the Honda Civic a car that's
[1:18] practically built to outlast everything
[1:20] else on the road the 2006 to 2011 models
[1:23] are known for their exceptional
[1:25] reliability strong resale value and fuel
[1:29] efficiency making making them a Top
[1:30] Choice for budget conscious buyers while
[1:33] newer Civics cost over
[1:35] $25,000 you can still find these models
[1:38] under $5,000 and here's why that's a
[1:40] solid deal the 1.8 L engine in these
[1:43] Civics is engineered for longevity with
[1:46] many owners easily Crossing 200,000 m
[1:49] without major issues what sets this
[1:52] generation apart is its low maintenance
[1:54] frequency averaging just 0.2 unscheduled
[1:58] shop visits per year meaning fewer
[2:00] unexpected repairs it ranks third out of
[2:03] 36 compact cars for reliability with an
[2:06] average repair cost of
[2:08] $368 annually cheaper than most
[2:11] competitors aside from its durability
[2:13] this Civic delivers efficient
[2:15] performance offering 36 MP gallon
[2:18] highway making it an excellent commuter
[2:20] car some models had engine block
[2:23] cracking issues but Honda extended
[2:25] warranties to cover the problem ensuring
[2:28] long-term dependability the Civic is a
[2:30] smart choice but if you want something
[2:32] even smoother watch out for next one on
[2:35] number 15 we have a car that's been
[2:37] called the ultimate worry-free sedan the
[2:39] Toyota Camry if you're looking for a
[2:42] midsize sedan that just won't quit this
[2:44] one delivers a brand new Camry will set
[2:47] you back over
[2:48] $26,000 but you can easily find
[2:50] well-kept models from the early 2000s
[2:53] under
[2:54] $5,000 and they're still going strong
[2:57] under the hood Toyota's legendary 2 2.4
[3:00] L 4 cylinder engine keeps things simple
[3:03] and Rock Solid it's timing chain driven
[3:06] meaning no expensive belt Replacements
[3:08] and with basic maintenance it's common
[3:10] to see these pass 200,000 m without
[3:14] major issues Toyota didn't just focus on
[3:17] reliability they made ownership dirt
[3:19] cheap parts like brake pads fluids and
[3:22] suspension components cost about the
[3:24] same as smaller compact cars making this
[3:27] one of the most affordable midsize
[3:29] sedans to maintain repair pal ranks it
[3:31] third out of 24 midsize cars for
[3:34] reliability and yearly maintenance
[3:36] averages just
[3:37] $388 some models had minor oil seepage
[3:40] or oxygen sensor failures but those are
[3:43] easy onetime fixes on number 14 we have
[3:46] the Honda Accord a midsize sedan that
[3:48] blends Rock Solid reliability with an
[3:51] engaging Drive the 2003 to 2007 models
[3:55] have held their value in the used car
[3:57] market for a reason these cars just keep
[3:59] going
[4:00] a brand new Accord today costs over
[4:03] $28,000 but you can still find these
[4:05] older models under $5,000 and they
[4:08] remain one of the best choices for
[4:10] budget conscious buyers the 2.4 L 4
[4:13] cylinder engine is the Smart Pick timing
[4:15] chain driven low maintenance and capable
[4:18] of surpassing 250,000 M with proper care
[4:22] it's no surprise the Accord ranks first
[4:24] out of 24 midsize cars for reliability
[4:27] on repair pal with annual repir costs of
[4:30] just $400 lower than most competitors
[4:33] the interior build quality is also a
[4:36] step above the Camry with a
[4:37] well-finished cabin that holds up over
[4:39] time some early V6 models had
[4:42] transmission issues but the four
[4:44] cylinder versions remain one of the most
[4:46] trouble-free choices in this price range
[4:49] fuel economy sits at 23 MP gallon City
[4:53] and 31 Highway making it an efficient
[4:55] daily driver before we move on tap that
[4:58] subscribe button good deal on used cars
[5:00] come and go but the knowledge to spot
[5:02] them that stays with you on number 13 we
[5:05] have a full-size sedan that delivers
[5:07] Lexus level durability without the Lexus
[5:09] price tag the Toyota Avalon while newer
[5:12] models push well past $40,000 the 200000
[5:16] to 2005 models can still be found under
[5:19] $5,000 offering an unbeatable mix of
[5:22] power comfort and reliability under the
[5:24] hood the 3.0 L V6 engine is one of
[5:28] Toyota's most bullet proof powertrains
[5:31] often running 250,000 M or more with
[5:34] routine maintenance unlike most large
[5:36] sedans the Avalon keeps repair costs low
[5:40] averaging
[5:41] $463 per year ranking it third out of 12
[5:44] in its class for reliability the
[5:46] four-speed automatic transmission is
[5:48] smooth and known for long-term
[5:50] dependability the Avalon's luxurious
[5:53] ride massive interior space and premium
[5:56] features make it feel more like a
[5:58] high-end sedan than a budget friendly
[6:00] option some models had minor suspension
[6:02] wear or cracked dashboards but these are
[6:05] cosmetic or easy fixes if you want
[6:07] Toyota's legendary reliability in a
[6:09] full-size package this is the one to get
[6:12] the Avalon gives you lexus-like comfort
[6:14] but what if you could get the real thing
[6:16] for the same price on number 12 we have
[6:18] a luxury car that refuses to break down
[6:21] the Lexus ES
[6:23] 300/30 if you've ever wanted a Lexus
[6:25] level ride for Toyota level prices this
[6:28] is it buil on the same platform as the
[6:31] Camry the 2002 through 2006 models
[6:34] deliver Lexus comfort with Toyota's
[6:36] legendary reliability and you can still
[6:39] find them for under
[6:40] $5,000 under the hood you get a 3.0 l or
[6:45] 3.3 L V6 engine known to last well over
[6:50] 200,000 M with proper maintenance repair
[6:53] costs surprisingly low for a luxury car
[6:57] just
[6:58] $468 per year ranking it fourth out of
[7:01] 31 midsize luxury cars for reliability
[7:04] and because it shares Parts with Toyota
[7:07] repairs are far cheaper than any German
[7:09] luxury sedan from the same era the es is
[7:13] packed with premium features including
[7:15] leather seats a quiet cabin and a smooth
[7:18] suspension some models had minor
[7:20] electrical issues or transmission
[7:22] hesitation but these weren't widespread
[7:25] if you want Lexus quality without the
[7:27] Lexus price tag this is the smartest
[7:30] luxury buy under
[7:31] $5,000 on number 11 we have a subcompact
[7:35] car that's shockingly practical and
[7:37] built to last the Honda Fit While most
[7:40] small cars compromise on durability the
[7:43] 2007 to 2013 models have proven
[7:46] themselves to be some of the most
[7:48] reliable budget-friendly hatchbacks and
[7:51] you can still find them under
[7:53] $5,000 the 1.5 L engine may be small but
[7:57] it's built to go 200,000 m or more with
[8:00] just basic maintenance with a timing
[8:02] chain instead of a belt there's one less
[8:05] expensive repair to worry about repair
[8:07] pal gives it a 4.5 out of five
[8:09] reliability rating ranking it fourth out
[8:12] of 21 subcompact cars and annual repair
[8:16] costs sit at an impressively low
[8:19] $390 what makes the fit truly Stand Out
[8:22] is its magic seat system allowing
[8:25] multiple cargo configurations with up to
[8:28] 57.3 cubic feet of space more than some
[8:32] SUVs some early models had ignition coil
[8:35] failures and power steering concerns but
[8:38] fixes are simple and cheap on number 10
[8:41] we have a car that looks quirky but
[8:43] delivers Toyota level dependability the
[8:46] Scion xB while its boxy design might not
[8:49] be for everyone this 2004 to 2006 model
[8:52] is a Hidden Gem for Budget buyers
[8:55] combining Toyota reliability ultra low
[8:57] maintenance costs and surprising
[9:00] practicality all for under
[9:02] $55,000 under the hood the 1.5 L engine
[9:06] is virtually indestructible borrowed
[9:08] from the Toyota Echo yarus platform
[9:10] owners regularly push these past 200,000
[9:14] M with ease annual repair costs average
[9:17] just
[9:18] $386 thanks to widely available Toyota
[9:21] parts that make maintenance cheap and
[9:23] hassle-free
[9:24] fuel efficiency is another win
[9:27] delivering 31 m per gallon combined
[9:31] making it one of the most efficient subc
[9:33] compacts in its class the XB is also
[9:37] shockingly spacious for a small car
[9:39] offering a roomy cabin with high
[9:41] ceilings that comfortably fits adults in
[9:44] both rows some models had minor oil
[9:47] consumption or VVT solenoid issues but
[9:51] these are cheap fixes if you want a
[9:53] budget friendly worry-free ride that
[9:55] stands out from the crowd this is it the
[9:57] XB stands out for its quirky shape but
[10:00] the next one hides its Secret in plain
[10:02] sight on number nine we have a car that
[10:05] delivers Toyota reliability with a
[10:07] Pontiac badge the 2003 to 2008 Pontiac
[10:12] Vibe it's literally a Toyota Matrix in
[10:14] Disguise which means you're getting
[10:16] Corolla level dependability a fuele
[10:19] efficient engine and a surprisingly
[10:21] spacious hatchback all for under
[10:24] $5,000 under the hood you get Toyota's
[10:27] legendary 1.8 L engine the same one
[10:30] found in the Corolla Owners have
[10:32] reported these lasting well over 200,000
[10:35] M with minimal maintenance fuel
[10:38] efficiency is another win many owners
[10:40] claim they hit 35 to 38 MP gallon on the
[10:44] highway making it one of the most
[10:46] practical budget cars out there the vibe
[10:49] is also loaded with unexpected features
[10:51] including an available 110 volt
[10:54] household outlet and optional all-wheel
[10:56] drive for extra traction some early
[10:59] 2003 models had transmission noise
[11:02] issues but Toyota resolved them in later
[11:05] years if you want Toyota quality at a
[11:07] lower price than a Corolla the vibe is
[11:10] an underrated steel at number eight
[11:13] here's a car that proves you don't have
[11:15] to choose between reliability and fun
[11:18] the Mazda 3 While most compact cars in
[11:21] this price range are all about being
[11:23] practical and predictable the Mazda 3
[11:25] brings a little extra excitement without
[11:28] sacrificing dependable ility from 2004
[11:31] to
[11:32] 2013 both the first and second
[11:34] generations of this compact have earned
[11:37] a solid reputation for long lasting
[11:39] engines and low maintenance costs you'll
[11:42] find these for well under
[11:44] $5,000 and they've got one of the
[11:46] highest reliability scores in their
[11:48] class the 2.0 L and 2.3 L engines are
[11:52] known to easily hit 150,000 plus miles
[11:56] and if you keep up with oil changes they
[11:58] just keep keep going even the later 2010
[12:02] to 2013 models improved rust protection
[12:06] making them an even smarter buy what
[12:08] really sets the Mazda 3 apart is its
[12:11] engaging Driving Experience it Corners
[12:14] sharply and feels quicker than most
[12:16] economy cars fun to drive is one thing
[12:19] but what if your car made every trip
[12:21] feel first class the next car proves
[12:24] just that on number seven here's a
[12:27] luxury sedan that proves you don't have
[12:29] to spend big to ride in style the
[12:31] Lincoln MKZ if you've ever thought a
[12:34] high-end feature-packed car under $5,000
[12:37] Was Out Of Reach think again you can
[12:40] still find early 2010's models in great
[12:43] shape offering leather seats heated and
[12:46] cooled front seats and a premium sound
[12:48] system that makes every Drive feel first
[12:51] class it's not just about Comfort the
[12:54] 3.5 L V6 engine delivers 263 horsepower
[12:59] making this Lincoln far from sluggish
[13:02] it's quick off the line hitting 60 mph
[13:05] in under 7 seconds and offers the option
[13:08] of all-wheel drive for extra grip in bad
[13:10] weather fuel efficiency isn't bad for a
[13:13] luxury sedan either with up to 27 MP
[13:17] gallon on the highway just make sure to
[13:19] check for any transmission delays or
[13:21] power steering leaks as a few owners
[13:24] have reported those issues other than
[13:26] that this is one of the best deals in
[13:28] the used luxury car market on number six
[13:31] we have a Toyota SUV that just won't
[13:33] quit the Toyota Rav 4 from 2001 to 2005
[13:38] generation if you want a compact SUV
[13:41] with Corolla level reliability this is
[13:44] it you get Toyota's bulletproof
[13:46] engineering a higher driving position
[13:48] and available all-wheel drive all while
[13:51] keeping maintenance costs low under the
[13:53] hood you'll find either a 2.0 l or 2.4 L
[13:58] engine both known for lasting 200,000
[14:00] plus miles with regular oil changes the
[14:03] automatic transmission issue on early
[14:05] models specifically from 2001 to 2003
[14:09] was fixed with a software update so as
[14:11] long as it's been done there's nothing
[14:13] major to worry about just routine wear
[14:15] items like brakes and suspension over
[14:17] time fuel economy around 25 MP gallon
[14:21] combined making it one of the most
[14:23] efficient SUVs in this price range it's
[14:26] also easy to maintain since many parts
[14:29] are shared with the Camry and Corolla if
[14:31] you want a reliable SUV under $5,000
[14:34] that won't drain your wallet the Rav 4
[14:37] is a safe bet one of the most reliable
[14:39] SUVs ever made is up next and it might
[14:42] just Outlast your driveway on number 5
[14:45] here's a compact SUV that just keeps
[14:48] going the Honda CRV from the 2002 to
[14:52] 2006 generation if you want an SUV with
[14:55] the heart of a Civic this is it spacious
[14:57] practical and powered by by a rock solid
[15:00] 2.4 L ivtech engine this thing can rack
[15:03] up 200,000 plus miles with minimal fuss
[15:06] it's also one of the cheapest SUVs to
[15:08] maintain with average repair costs under
[15:11] $410 per year that's less than some
[15:13] sedans owners love how this CRV just
[15:17] runs and runs and if you live in a snowy
[15:19] area the available real-time four-wheel
[15:21] drive gives you extra grip when you need
[15:23] it now there is one thing to watch out
[15:26] for the AC compressor in these models
[15:28] can fil earning the nickname cvac Black
[15:32] Death in forums but if it's been
[15:34] replaced or you're in a cooler climate
[15:36] you're golden this is a near-perfect mix
[15:39] of reliability fuel efficiency and SUV
[15:42] practicality under $5,000 we're getting
[15:45] closer to the ultimate pick but trust me
[15:47] the final car on this list will shock
[15:49] you on number four we've got a midsize
[15:52] SUV that's built to last the Toyota
[15:54] Highlander if you want the space and
[15:56] practicality of an SUV with the
[15:59] headaches of a truck-based gas guzzler
[16:01] this is the one it's got Toyota's
[16:03] legendary reliability a smooth V6 and
[16:06] enough room for the whole family plus
[16:09] it's basically a Camry in Disguise
[16:11] meaning you get a ride that's far more
[16:13] comfortable than most rugged SUVs of its
[16:15] time early models from 2001 to 2007 have
[16:19] become incredibly affordable often
[16:22] slipping under
[16:23] $5,000 while still having plenty of life
[16:26] left and here's the best part many of
[16:28] these high cylinders easily hit 200,000
[16:31] plus miles with simple maintenance the
[16:33] only real concern some V6 models had
[16:36] minor oil Sledge issues but that's only
[16:38] if previous owners neglected oil changes
[16:41] take care of it and this SUV just won't
[16:43] quit on number three we've got a rugged
[16:45] SUV that refuses to quit the Toyota
[16:47] 4Runner if you need an SUV that can
[16:50] handle anything from city streets to
[16:52] Mountain Trails this is it built like a
[16:54] truck but refined enough for daily use
[16:56] the third generation 4Runner from 1996
[16:59] to 2002 and early fourth gen models of
[17:03] 2003 and 2004 are among the toughest
[17:06] Vehicles Toyota has ever made these
[17:08] things don't just last 200,000 mil they
[17:11] keep going past 300K with ease unlike
[17:15] many SUVs in this price range the
[17:17] 4Runner is still highly sought after so
[17:20] finding one under 5,000 takes some
[17:23] digging but when you do it's worth every
[17:25] penny whether it's the bulletproof 3.4 l
[17:28] V6 in the older models or the 4.0 L V6
[17:32] introduced in 2003 these engines have
[17:34] proven themselves over Decades of
[17:36] off-road abuse and high mileage
[17:39] reliability the only thing to watch out
[17:41] for frame rust some models were more
[17:44] prone to corrosion so a careful
[17:46] inspection is a must this is one of the
[17:48] last true SUVs that blends off-road
[17:52] capability legendary durability and
[17:55] Toyota reliability in a package that can
[17:58] still be your daily driver on number two
[18:01] here's a car that's built for adventure
[18:03] and refuses to quit the Subaru Forester
[18:06] if you're looking for a budget SUV under
[18:09] $5,000 you'll find plenty from the late
[18:12] 2000s that are still tackling rough
[18:14] roads with ease Subaru's legendary
[18:17] all-wheel drive system makes it a beast
[18:19] in rain snow and dirt while the 2.5 L
[18:23] boxer engine keeps things running strong
[18:25] well past 200,000 M what makes it
[18:28] special unlike other crossovers that
[18:31] only pretend to be rugged this one was
[18:33] born for it the high safety ratings
[18:35] solid fuel economy at 22 MP gallon
[18:38] combined and a comfortable cabin make it
[18:40] an allrounder that works for daily
[18:42] commutes and weekend getaways alike just
[18:45] ah heads up older models had head gasket
[18:47] issues so check if repairs have been
[18:49] done other than that keep up with basic
[18:52] maintenance and this Subaru will go the
[18:54] distance on number one we have a car
[18:57] that completely changed the game Toyota
[18:59] Prius ranging from the 2004 to 2009 not
[19:03] only did it revolutionize fuel economy
[19:06] but it also proved hybrids could be Rock
[19:08] Solid reliable there are Prius taxis
[19:11] with 600,000 m still running on their
[19:13] original hybrid batteries which is
[19:15] unheard of for most cars for under
[19:18] $55,000 you can grab a Prius with around
[19:21] 150,000 to 180,000 Mi and guess what
[19:25] that's barely middle AG for these things
[19:28] owners routinely push them past 250,000
[19:31] M with minimal issues the hybrid system
[19:34] takes the load off the engine and brakes
[19:36] meaning less wear and fewer expensive
[19:38] repairs and that 45 to 50 MP gallon
[19:42] you'll be saving on fuel every time you
[19:44] drive yes the Hybrid battery can wear
[19:47] out but many last 15 plus years and
[19:50] replacement costs have dropped
[19:52] significantly the biggest surprise even
[19:55] at 200,000 plus miles Consumer Reports
[19:58] found these still drive almost like new
[20:01] if you want a car that sips fuel lasts
[20:03] forever and saves money this is one of
[20:06] the smartest choices under
[20:08] $55,000 now that you've seen the 17 most
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