10 Best Cheap Used Cars To Buy (in 2024!)

Buying a used car is a fantastic way to save money, but to maximize your savings, you’ll want a car that lasts. Based on a new iSeeCars analysis of vehicle life spans, national sales reports, and over 3 million odometer readings, we’ve compiled a list of the Best Used Cars for the Money in 2024!
We’re focusing on 5-year-old used cars that, on average, still have the longest lifespan left. Here’s the rundown:
1. Ford Edge (2019)
Average Used Price: $22,636
Average Remaining Life Span: 125,552 miles
Engine Options: Turbo 4-cyl, V6 available
Drivetrain Options: FWD, AWD available
Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic
A versatile two-row SUV perfect for commuting and family hauling, with over 125,000 miles of useful life left.
2. Toyota Avalon (2019)
Average Used Price: $29,118
Typical Remaining Lifespan: 171,839 miles
Engine Options: V6, Four-Cyl Hybrid
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic
Toyota’s largest sedan, offering luxury and longevity, with over 170,000 miles of life left.
3. Honda Ridgeline (2019)
Average Used Price: $30,026
Typical Remaining Lifespan: 182,288 miles
Engine: V6
Drivetrain Options: FWD, AWD available
Transmission: 6-Speed Auto
A pickup that handles like an SUV, with an impressive lifespan and versatility.
4. Honda CR-V (2019)
Average Used Price: $25,434
Typical Remaining Lifespan: 160,207 miles
Engine Options: NA 4-Cylinder, Turbo 4 available
Drivetrain Options: FWD, AWD available
Transmission: CVT
A reliable and practical SUV with a spacious interior and excellent fuel economy.
5. Honda Accord (2019)
Average Used Price: $24,074
Typical Remaining Lifespan: 156,146 miles
Engine Options: 1.5L Turbo 4, 2.0L Turbo 4, Hybrid available
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 10-Speed auto, 6-Speed Manual
A full-size sedan with various powertrain options, offering a blend of performance and practicality.
Honorable Mentions:
Ford Flex: Average Used Price: $24,197, Lifespan: 123,961 miles
Mazda CX-9: Average Used Price: $26,152, Lifespan: 138,671 miles
Nissan Pathfinder (2019): Average Used Price: $22,480, Lifespan: 123,510 miles
6. Mitsubishi Outlander Sport (2019)
Average Used Price: $17,199
Typical Remaining Lifespan: 114,789 miles
Engine Options: 2.0L 4-Cylinder, 2.4L 4-Cylinder
Drivetrain Options: FWD, AWD available
Transmission: CVT
A budget-friendly SUV with a straightforward approach to utility.
7. Buick Encore (2019)
Average Used Price: $18,632
Typical Remaining Lifespan: 124,852 miles
Engine Options: 138 hp 1.4L Turbo 4, 153 hp 1.4L Turbo 4 available
Drivetrain Options: FWD, AWD available
Transmission: 6-Speed Auto
A compact SUV offering a balance of premium features and practicality.
8. Honda Insight (2019)
Average Used Price: $22,109
Typical Remaining Lifespan: 148,885 miles
Engine: 4-Cylinder + Electric Motor Hybrid
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: CVT
A hybrid that’s reliable and fuel-efficient, offering great value over time.
9. Honda Fit (2019)
Average Used Price: $19,049
Typical Remaining Lifespan: 129,319 miles
Engine: 1.5L NA 4-cylinder
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: CVT, Manual available
A compact hatchback known for its practicality and versatile “magic seats.”
10. Chevrolet Trax (2019)
Average Used Price: $17,274
Typical Remaining Lifespan: 119,833 miles
Engine: Turbo I4
Drivetrain: FWD
Transmission: 6-Speed Auto
A compact SUV with excellent value, perfect for those prioritizing practicality.
Our best videos aren't out yet! Subscribe so you won't miss a thing!
►Subscribe HERE: bit.ly/IdealCa...
►Snag An Ideal Shirt Or Slap! bit.ly/IdealMe...
►Follow Our Instagram! - bit.ly/IdealCa...
►Subscribe To Our Ideal Cars YT Channel - bit.ly/IdealCar...
►Join The Ideal Car Strategies - bit.ly/IdealCar...
► OPEN A ROTH IRA AND START INVESTING
ideal.media/go...

[@andydelassus2734]

Click that “clean title only”

[@samranya]

2017 Honda Civic Sedan .. after putting 148,231 miles to this day, its still very good! I drive alot for work

[@joshuacollins7398]

I brought a Mitsubishi outlander Sport 2017 AWD in 2022. It had 71K on it. I have 101K on it now. I paid 15K for it. I live in Virginia. You need to drive around here.

[@saivivekbalina8184]

I think this was the best list ever. I saw 200 + videos to get the details in this video. Best video ever. Thanks.

[@trixie9867]

i would rather you take advice from a mechanic - i don't know how anybody could recommend a used turbo car - honda accords are not that great for longevity - huge heavy car with tiny turbo - every one i see has black soot around the tailpipe. civics are know for oil dilution and problems too. ford edge sport - thats a gamble - won't even get into it

[@Zz-lp8yr]

@@trixie9867what would you buy then?

[@trixie9867]

@@Zz-lp8yr buy: 2013+ GS 350, 2024 hybrid corolla/prius, 2009 - 2013 civic, 2005 - 2006 e320CDI - just avoid any diesel after 2006, any tiny gas engine with a turbo, CVT transmissions unless they are Toyota hybrid. Lease anything else new.

[@Zz-lp8yr]

@@trixie9867 i was thinking about leasing but my father in law was talking about how it wasnt the smartest thing to do but any car I might buy right now I doubt I will wanna keep it long term tbh.

[@anthonypaulino1786]

I just bout a 2021 Mazda CX-3 with 60K miles for $16k. It’s on the smaller end but comes with awd and Apple CarPlay. Can’t go wrong with it

[@lynnproudcassens7615]

I bought a used 2019 Edge SEL after a lot of research, love the car but it was made in 2018 and has the engine that eventually leaks antifreeze into the cylinder. There is a lawsuit going over this because Ford will not issue a recall even though they have done recalls on other vehicles with the same engine. The problem is the lawsuit only covers up to 2018's and mine is a 2019 made in 2018. I have noticed my antifreeze starting to slowly disappear and i only have 59,000 miles on it! Ford needs to recall all vehicles with this engine.

[@bag499]

BIG BONUS! look at 2013-2014 NISSAN MAXIMA ! great prices! $12,000 with low miles 45K 10 top engines! i seen a couple of them with 200k miles everything original!

[@VatoreGlobalGabe]

AVOID TRAX, caused us nightmares. The turbo 1.8L engine failed. Turbo and intake manifold needed to be replaced because of leakage and seal issues.

[@trixie9867]

i like the avalon and the insight - that is about it from this list

[@pastperformance2285]

You make the tough job of used car shopping easy AND fun! Btw, did your dad really put the ick in Buick? Wow!

[@randomthomas2947]

I hope you make more videos like this where they are concentrated on reliability and price.

[@impactzful]

i’m in the market for a 18’-19’ accord, but i feel like it’s dumb to spend 15-20k on one with 75k-100k miles on it, is this right or?

[@rogercvc6768]

If maintained properly, the car should easily reach or bypass 225000 mi.

[@omarsaifan6464]

This video is sponsored by Honda 😂

[@anthonylentini-jv1yj]

Honda FIT ftw

[@gforcecoons5857]

On the Accord don't buy the 1.5 turbo!! Buy the hybrid or the 2.0. 1.5 has some major issues. Same thing on the CRV buy the base 2.0.

[@christianpatterson7313]

Thank you. It looks like I'm not the only one who knows the newer Hondas better.

[@bradmay6395]

I have the 2018 Honda CRV base model with the 2.4 non turbo best car I’ve ever had.

[@roymeyer6837]

The problem with a lot of car recommendations these days is they're using older, more reliable and proven powertrains as the basis for assuming a completely different vehicle with an unproven powertrain will be just as reliable. A NA Accord from the past and a turbo Accord today are apples and oranges. It's the same as assuming a 2024 Tacoma will last you 400,000 miles because your 2015 could last that long. The problem is those are 2 entirely different trucks that don't share much DNA.

[@rogercvc6768]

@@gforcecoons5857 I wish the automakers would just stop with the tiny engines and turbos.

[@kaym7704]

Had the 2016 civic EX-T with 1.5L turbo and there was no issues with the engine.

[@mathewerenberger7275]

I have a thing against buying some cars at over 100k miles especially for over 10k. You could easily be walking into spending 5-6k relatively quickly into it. So for that 10k car with 100k+miles you could generally spend that 6k into getting something nicer and with less miles on it. It's a risk assessment anybody buying a car has to do before lunging into it.

[@blade643]

you're delusional

[@dwaynegentry2112]

Except all Toyota carpets are straight garbage 🗑 as someone who cleans cars for a living

[@Rist_Shot]

Funny how you said the Ford just made the list, when other reviews said avoid Ford at all costs

[@fernandosmallz8602]

Used car prices are insane

[@jonaveul]

I’m so close to the edge, that I edge inside my ford Edge.

[@caleb7674]

You're gonna see a lot of those pathfinders at 80-160k because that's the mileage range when the transmission goes. JATCO junk CVTs, there was a class action because the issue was so widespread and Nissan will not help you, a class action covers model years up to 2018 but not 2019 on. STAY FAR AWAY.

[@domini384]

Mostly the 4 cylinder cars are the problem. V6 don't have has many issues

[@trevagraham1605]

I thought the pathfinders had a regular transmission in them. I didn't realize they made rwd cvts.

[@leohale6449]

How about a list under $15k that get 40+MPG

[@JeremyJohnson-c7u]

Easy Prius Top 10? 2009-2019

[@kanemnewton6153]

I named my Honda Fit, Baby Jazz

[@jeremiahMndy]

Wow where are the 200,000+ mile 2012 to 2018 mazda 3s on this list?

[@barenekid9695]

Erm.... Honda L15 turbo engine is Proving a VERY bad engine. With Several class action suits pending on that POS. Few live past 100k miles AVOID at All costs.

[@michaelnuckols6739]

“Never buy a salvage title” What?!?! This guy is ridiculous! If you just do your research and know where the work was done and have it checked out by the dealership or a trusted mechanic you are better off with a salvage title. This guy has some good points, but this isn’t one.

[@kaym7704]

If you’re planning to keep it until it dies…sure. If you plan to resell, a salvage title is a hard pass for me. Not many people want to put time and money into figuring out how bad the damage was when buying used.

[@ipaporod]

To pay $20000+ for a USED Honda truck that cost $30000 is plain stupid 😂😂😂😂😂

[@Lootalot]

20k for a car with 100k miles on it? PFFFTTTT HAHAHAHHAHAHA. This list is actually a** and is so telling of how bad the used car market is right now. Don’t spend a dime on any car right now. Wait if you can less you love getting reamed

[@MrDreams15]

07' toyota fj?

[@fadelfungames4024]

Man i only got 10k to my name and i want to buy a car under that so i can afourd energenaes

[@babyboipushat15]

Not u trying to imitate donut media lol

[@edison7502]

Can anybody explain why Ford cars are known to be unreliable nowadays, inspite of Ford being a US company?

[@carlhunter3844]

I have a ford with 234,000 miles on it.

[@LuckyBoy-y7h]

Hey bro did you smoke some weed lace with fent cuz there's no such thing as cheap used cars in 2024 especially in California. Check out how much dealers in private sellers want for used cars.

[@JengThao]

Just get toyota and honda. Easy to maintain.

[@reenonoir]

I’m here first 👀

[@FroggyplayzTyyy]

No your not I’m first

[@JackSmith-w5k]

No one cares

[@investmince159]

Ford edge is so stupid lol

[@Sapphic288]

For those prices, you might as well buy a new car. Thanks for wasting timezz

[@FroggyplayzTyyy]

1st