10 2024 Cars That Are Bargains in Early 2025

As car brands and dealerships roll out their fleets of new 2025 models and prices are dropping to make way for the new rides, now is a great time to save by purchasing a new 2024 model.

In need a new car but can’t afford to splurge? The 2024 models might just be the way to go.

Compiling data from such resources as TrueCar, Car and Driver and U.S. News & World Report, GOBankingRates has composed a list of 2024 models that are bargains early in 2025.

• Starting MSRP: $16,390

Barely costing more than $16,000, the Versa will get you on the road rather affordably, with U.S. News applauding its good fuel economy, big trunk size and well-built interior.

• Starting MSRP: $16,695

Both TrueCar and Car and Driver have the Mirage pegged as their top pick as the best and most affordable 2024 car available in 2025 — highlighting its extremely low price, its impressive fuel economy as well as one of the best warranty policies in the auto industry.

• Starting MSRP: $20,890

U.S. News really compliments the Sentra for having a rather sleek, upscale interior that looks far more expensive than it truly is. The car is also packed with very plush, comfy seats, as well as a great deal of safety tech to keep riders as protected as they are comfortable.

• Starting MSRP: $21,050

The Kicks is a roomy ride that can easily seat five and comes loaded with a long list of user-friendly standard features, as well as hardy fuel economy ratings.

• Starting MSRP: $19,990

The Forte is another car both TrueCar and Car and Driver agree on, thanks to its very low price, sleek and stylish design and very strong warranty policy.

• Starting MSRP: $21,435

U.S. News suggests that the 2024 Jetta really upped the model’s game with a number of driver aids, intuitive tech and a smooth, comfortable ride. It also gets good gas mileage and has rather roomy seats for a compact car.

• Starting MSRP: $22,995

The Impreza got a redesign in 2024, ditching its old-school sedan for more of a wagon body. It also received a spacious, updated cabin interior, powerful all-wheel drive and a rather balanced handling.

• Starting MSRP: $23,860

The Toyota Corolla Cross delivers what U.S. News describes as a very comfortable ride in almost any situation. It’s also loaded with easy-to-use tech, boasts a roomy interior and has fantastic fuel economy, all for a very affordable price point.

• Starting MSRP: $23,995

The Toas is not only extremely affordable, but it also comes loaded with a more varied range of standard features than prior models. It comes packed with spacious cargo room, excellent fuel economy and a number of driver-assistance special features.

• Starting MSRP: $24,170

The Mazda3 is another ride that received expanded standard features in 2024. For a low price, it now comes with upgraded features, an upscale interior that looks pricier than it actually is, speedy acceleration and rather athletic handling.

Editor’s note: Photos are for representational purposes only and might not reflect the exact makes and models of the vehicles listed in this article.