Top 10 Best Reliable Cars Under $10,000 || I Even Bought One!

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Top 10 best cars you can buy for under $10,000 in 2024. These are the best used cars and SUVs you can buy for under $10k. These cars for under 10k are reliable, have great fuel economy, and offer the best value. These are the best cars for students or teenagers. The best cars for new drivers. The best used cars for anyone on a budget. If you are looking to buy a good used car and want to spend less than 10k, make sure to watch this video.
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@MzKolaPop Ай бұрын

10. Honda Civic 2012 - 2015 Best Year: 2013 9. Toyota Corolla 2014 - 2016 8. Mazda 3 2012 or newer 7. Toyota Yaris 6. Honda Fit 5. Toyota Prius (Hybrid) 4. Scion 3. Nissan Micra 2. Toyota Matrix 1. Pontiac Vibe

@xiondFirst 25 күн бұрын

I would avoid the vibe. Some parts are different. The matrix is better but it costs more.

@onlyinparadise4613 Ай бұрын

Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Mazda 3, Toyota Yaris, Honda Fit, Toyota Prius, Scion, Nissan Micra, Toyota Matrix, Pontiac Vibe.

@josegiron8878 Ай бұрын

Was looking for this comment. Thank you

@christinad.7947 Ай бұрын

Toyota Matrix owner here. I bought a 2008 back in 2012 and this car has been fantastic. One of the best purchases I have ever made. It now has over 200,000 km on it and I still see no reason to part with it.

@safiyaphoto Ай бұрын

I have a 2006 matrix its about 200 000 miles on it and it's falling apart now . Looking for another Toyota. It definately lasted a long find

@niacal4nia Ай бұрын

Matrix is just a Corolla wagon so it's reliable.

@synewparadigm Ай бұрын

Pontiac vibe is also a fantastic car.

@rufussmith1647 Ай бұрын

I like a Honda Civic 2015

@middleC17 5 күн бұрын

I have a 2006 Vibe and the transmission just crapped out at 213,000 miles. I tried to get a new one put in but it turns out they don't make them anymore. They don't even make all the parts for the transmission anymore so getting it rebuilt is a crapshoot, and I can't afford to have my car out of commission for long. I absolutely hate to part with it, I also thought it would last forever. Has an almost brand new radiator, brand new front brakes. It's a real bummer, in my mind the best car ever made. Good luck!

@joey86bu1 Ай бұрын

I bought a high mile Mazda3 a couple years back and that has been bullet proof. If you're gonna get into used cars then a great vid would be how to tell city miles versus highway miles. Mine had grill chips, dead bugs in the radiator fins, no carpet wear (by the pedals), non worn corner of the seats, slightly worn seat belts and steering wheel.

@barbarahart2024 Ай бұрын

Bought a 2020 Honda Fit with 7000 miles two years ago. It now has 18000. Plan to keep it forever. Awesome car.

@MagicNash89 Ай бұрын

7000 miles is nothing...peanut...good for you, but its hardly a typical used car. Now if it had 207k miles, that would be interesting.

@robertgravel5160 Ай бұрын

Thank you. Couldn’t agree more with your choices of Toyotas. I still own an 18 year old Echo that besides for some rust, still runs like a clock 👍

@653j521 Ай бұрын

Once the rust takes hold...there goes your car.

@lionlamb432 Ай бұрын

It is a great list of used but extremely reliable cars over the past 15 years. As usual, the author knows the list really well, and his recommendation is spot on! Thank you for your guidance!

@iko3 Ай бұрын

I have a first Gen Vibe that I bought with 207k miles! Put 6k miles on it and no issues so far! Fully depreciated and don't have to worry if the car gets dings or dents!

@mzshan79 Ай бұрын

06 Yaris owner here with 415km just had some service and repairs done potentially for last time, will just look at fluids going ahead, probably will try to push it till 450 or 2026 (if it holds) but purchased it used and couldn’t have been happier.

@pinoyrunningpenguin Ай бұрын

My Honda Accord 2004 is now at 300k miles , I bought it 7 years ago for $4k . I can sell it now for same price .

@SajanKhatiwada Ай бұрын

you cant

@CharlzTellis Ай бұрын

As a 2012 Honda civic owner, I approve. Even my brother has the same model and year, 170k (mines) and 120k miles

@moisdawg Ай бұрын

you really came through with this video! Been searching for a car for months, and this will definitely help me refresh my search

@notanomad9320 Ай бұрын

Yep Pontiac Vibe is a great one. Had a 2005 5 years ago and gave it to my son in law who's car died. He still has it and approaching 200,000 miles. In the meantime I bought a new at the time 2017 Corolla IM which I still have and love. Even my wife has a Corolla.

@wayneott5990 Ай бұрын

I agree with all your choices; spot on in terms of being reliable!

@mrdirector61 Ай бұрын

I’m glad you included the matrix/vibe. Any plans to do a similar video for most reliable used top 10 SUV’s under $12-15,000? As always, another great video! Thank you.

@carhelpcorner Ай бұрын

I could do that! 👍

@darrisdavid Ай бұрын

Thank you for this

@askmaxim Ай бұрын

great channel, great video! Your calm voice is so nice to listen to. Thank you!

@ilovetotri23 Ай бұрын

Great video Shari! Nice job!

@carhelpcorner Ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@anderson8383 Ай бұрын

Great list. I've notice vibe prices have crept up over the years since it's become common knowledge that its sister model was the matrix. Factoring for age, it might be more difficult to source trim parts (apart from aftermarket) for it.

@Rick-S-6063 Ай бұрын

I can remember my dad being shocked when the neighbors bought a brand new 1966 Olds Ninety Eight four door with AC, power everything and an AM-FM stereo. He couldn't believe they paid $4,700 (US). And now $10,000 won't buy any new car, at least in North America.

@user-gz4ve8mw9l Ай бұрын

$20,000 won't even today for the majority of new vehicles. Most even entry level $22,000-$30,000+. Basic trims start around $22,000-$26,000 range for most from what I've seen. For a depreciating asset no less that only lasts for a limited time. Requires routine maintenance and requires insurance to operate. While needing to pay for fuel for it weekly.

@thomasthurston6656 Ай бұрын

Lmao, it will buy you a rim now.

@chadb3363 Ай бұрын

Great vid. I can attest to the Scion tC. I got my '05 new, 83k on it. One battery, front pads, tires and oil is all I've had to do to it.

@a_man_has_no_name Ай бұрын

Scotty Kilmer approves this list!

@elizabethnguyen4910 Ай бұрын

Scotty drives a 2007 Toyota Matrix that was assembled in Cambridge Ontario. [The Pontiac Vibe was assembled in the former NUMMI factory in Fremont California.]

@dkrawk8309 Ай бұрын

@@elizabethnguyen4910yes, they were all presalted as soon as they drove out of the plant

@user-qu5lt5jk3j Ай бұрын

Good one

@STho205 Ай бұрын

Exactly right advice. You buy a slice of a car's life. A good car lasts 20 years in good condition, an average car 15....however few cars are priced at 20k new which is a grand a year. Buying early to mid life is the sweet spot. The new car driver is always overpaying for their 3 to 5 years in a car. The banger buyer is always dealing with a car in a nursing home. If you can get a 4 to 8 year old car with one owner for $9k and get 9 years good service....you win the car lottery.

@islanddon865 Ай бұрын

Good list. My budget champion or starter car has been the Honda Fit. Tremendous utility driven car. I miss it

@carhelpcorner Ай бұрын

They honestly are nearly as practical as some SUVs. Amazing little cars!

@dtna Ай бұрын

You are absolutely right. Except for the Nissan. I used to work in R&D and performed vehicle "tear downs. 1. Toyota/Lexus 2. Honda/Acura 3. Mazda 4. Subaru (20% owned by Toyota. But, you have to do preventative maintenance on your car. Change your synthetic oil, ATF and coolant on a regular basis! And I would NOT buy a domestic car.

@johngregreid1 Ай бұрын

Excellent advice. I have a 2012 civic that I bought two years old with 40 K. Now has 160 K and it has been dead reliable. Recently found a 2013 civic for a friend and hopefully it will be as good as my 2012.

@johngregreid1 Ай бұрын

Above numbers are kilometres not miles. Thanks JON Waterloo Ontario

@mannywilliams6409 Ай бұрын

Own a 2007 Matrix, only non-original component under the hood is the alternator and I only replaced that last year.

@jdnelms62 Ай бұрын

The Matrix and Vibe were wonderful cars for their era, and many still run well today as long as normally maintained. A minister buddy of mine still drives his late mom's Matrix!

@fp2687 Ай бұрын

Who do u recommend for a kia optima hybrid. My car battery went dead today.

@Thankyou_3 Ай бұрын

Great video ❤ In my experience, the best used cars to get are always Lexus, Toyota or Mazdas. I have had terrible experience with used Honda that were made last 15 years because they burned oil and eventually cylinder failed in every instance. All dealer maintained as well…maybe the dealers were corrupt. The wheel wells rust, subframe rusting, engine failures, fuel lines rusting, starter issues, relay issues, stabilizer links, ball joints, struts and etc. What had happened to Honda and it’s quality?

@pinoyrunningpenguin Ай бұрын

It's not Honda. It's the fault of the previous owner or dealer must not have changed oil and washed it. It's probably a trade-in from a customer for really cheap

@Thankyou_3 Ай бұрын

@@pinoyrunningpenguinnope, it was a dealer maintained first owner 2012 Accord. Absolute garbage model. Quality is downright trash. Will never buy a Honda and why is Acura still around as a brand? Overpriced fake leather and wood Honda.

@pinoyrunningpenguin Ай бұрын

@@Thankyou_3 absolutely not Honda . It’s a fault of the previous owner not anything to do with the car . I have 04 with 300k miles Accord and it idles so quiet it fools me thinking engine is off . Either it was used for towing , wrong oil , changed oil less frequent, poor quality of oil . Sabotaged by previous owner if it was foreclosed , anything can happen

@donaldwilson2620 Ай бұрын

Another vehicle I would recommend are two midsize sedans that share the same platform: a 2010-12 Ford Fusion and a 2009-2013 Mazda6. Both share the same platform and the same reliable Ford/Mazda powertrain. Most importantly, there are no EcoBoost issues because the EcoBoost didn't arrive until the next generation 2013 model.

@carhelpcorner Ай бұрын

These are pretty good cars too yes. Even the newer Fusions with the hybrid drivetrain only are quite solid.

@sadislk350cyndi3 Ай бұрын

Please do a video on the 3 top selling vans. Promaster, Sprinter, Transit….

@Giardintek Ай бұрын

As a former used car dealer, I approve this list and if I may add to it for those with a family, yet still looking for something under 10k, The often overlooked Mazda-6 ! If you you can find one with no rust, you are in luck, Even with high mileage, chances are it has all tuneup done on it, so all you'd have to do is rustproof it, put gas in it and change the oil regularly. Mazda-6 drives similar to Honda Accords, but on a lower price tag. You will appreciate the larger size when going on long trips! I see those thing for sale with 4 to 500,000 Kms on it's odo..

@donaldwilson2620 Ай бұрын

Another one I would also recommend, but often overlooked, is the 2010-12 Ford Fusion, which shared the same platform and powertrain as the Mazda6. Plus, the 2010-12 Fusion didn't have the problematic EcoBoost engines that came on the 2013-20 Fusion.

@carhelpcorner Ай бұрын

Great recommendation. I would add that to the list too 👍

@zuluswazi9470 Ай бұрын

ioving this from Swaziland

@oluwasanmiomoshola9719 Ай бұрын

I have a Pontiac Vibe 2004 and this car is fantastic! Easy to to maintain😅

@carhelpcorner Ай бұрын

Love the Vibe!

@Mo.Jo. Ай бұрын

Just helped my brother get a 2016 Mazda3 GX Manual with 86K on the odometer. Great condition and we had to drive to Kitchener to get it from Toronto and we're glad we did - coz it had a full service record and was in almost pristine condition. The previous owner(s) definitely took care of this car. We paid a little more than we should have, but he needed it and i wasn't comfortable negotiating too much for this one.

@user-gz4ve8mw9l Ай бұрын

How much did it cost if you don't mind me asking? I'm looking to buy a used Mazda 3 myself next year.

@Tigerroux Ай бұрын

Still have my 2006 Mazda 3 that won’t wear out. Although it has low mileage for its age, I plan to hang on to it until it breaks.

@Kobayashhi Ай бұрын

Why did they shutdown the Matrix, love this model man !

@buttasinghchahal1271 Ай бұрын

Mazda 3 is always answer ❤

@oreally8605 Ай бұрын

The 2008-2012 Scion xB had oil consumption issues. However, Toyota did a recall because the piston rings were too small and oil would burn - the worst case scenario is you'd have to add oil every 1500 miles before your next oil change.. All the other Scion xB models are fine except those oil consumption issue years.

@shofiahammed5746 Ай бұрын

Can you tell me about Mercedes-Benz c200, I like the car, is it reliable?

@codincoman9019 Ай бұрын

Good list. For the rest of the world you should add Suzuki Swift and Toyota Aygo. The best cars are all Japanese. Best Japanese car brands: Lexus, Toyota, Mazda, Suzuki, Subaru, Acura, Honda, Mitsubishi.

@sandeeptanjore1253 Ай бұрын

Subaru as far as I am concerned has turned out to be a gas guzzler and a white elephant for me. It has 257,000 kms on it. I am looking to get rid of it.

@653j521 Ай бұрын

@@sandeeptanjore1253 Which Subaru?

@sandeeptanjore1253 Ай бұрын

@@653j521 Subaru Tribeca - 6 cylinder. Don't know what I was thinking when I bought it. 6 cylinders suck a lot of petrol/gas.

@sandeeptanjore1253 Ай бұрын

@@653j521 Subaru Tribeca 2010 model. 6 cylinder SUV. Regret buying it. This time it will be Ford Escape (hybrid and not plug in hybrid) or Kia Niro (which is also a hybrid).

@codincoman9019 Ай бұрын

@@sandeeptanjore1253, just a warning: Ford and Kia do not belong to the reliable nor low TCO categories. I buy only the best Japanese cars. Currently driving a Miata ND2 RF G-184 Top Revolution, a Suzuki Jimny LCV and a Lexus UX 250h F Sport (all are the leaders of their respective segments).

@MexicanRmz Ай бұрын

Is it a good idea to buy a 2016 Corolla in 2024?

@ashotinthedark3182 Ай бұрын

After years of dodge the clunker, given cost of used cars today with the tech in the cars today it's too much of a gamble for me I only buy new now.

@Joey-ee7wp Ай бұрын

I have the nissan Versa manual here in the states.😅

@dystopia-usa Ай бұрын

I would take a new or low-mileage/good-condition 2015-2018 Toyota Yaris SE hatch (preferably 5-MT, but 4-AT also) over any new, stupidly tech-bloated car being sold today for $35K or less. My 2015 was sent to the grave by a distracted driver in 2019, & Toyota discontinued that vehicle after model year 2018 in the USA. :( Loved that little 5-MT hatch.

@wassimakkire7004 Ай бұрын

Seriously Japanese cars are the best 👌 I still own my nissan Tiida from 2008 😃 even after 16 years still working well 😎

@sandeeptanjore1253 Ай бұрын

Not sure if Japanese cars so uber best. I own a Subaru Tribeca from 2010. Subaru as far as I am concerned has turned out to be a gas guzzler and a white elephant for me. It has 257,000 kms on it. I am looking to get rid of it as I have spent almost 8,000$ in repairs since 2019.

@wassimakkire7004 Ай бұрын

@@sandeeptanjore1253 Subaru 😳 I think you should pick Toyota or nissan or Mazda or mitsubishi & there is too many options when's come to Japanese cars 😉 Subaru technically it's a good car but not for long time 😏

@sandeeptanjore1253 Ай бұрын

@@wassimakkire7004 what do you mean by long time? All these Japanese brands that you have mentioned are bland i.e. their interiors are bland unless you select the highest trim isn't it? (correct me if I am wrong). I would have loved Suzuki but unfortunately they quit North AMerica in 2012.

@LarryVanz 15 сағат бұрын

Four Toyotas on the list plus Scion (made by Toyota) and Pontiac Vibe which is basically a Toyota Matrix.

@jeffkelly5972 29 күн бұрын

How can you get it inspected by a mechanic I have never found a used car dealer that will let you take their cars to a mechanic.

@cuocsongocanadien9280 Ай бұрын

is toyota venza reliable?

@level7041 Ай бұрын

Can you service a Vibe at a Toyota dealership?

@KR_Diecasts Ай бұрын

I think so, considering they use most of the same parts.

@jeffhabs Ай бұрын

As a micra owner in Canada, sure, engine is fine, though transmission fluid leaked, it seems so many things broke around the car it’s not even funny, from trunk door knobs, muffler, trunk door mechanism, back up cam cover, ventilation system, 2 Nissan batteries barely lasting 2 years and I’m skipping stuff, I’m not sure I’d call it overly reliable. The purchase price was cheap but maintenance and repairs still ended up costly.

@paulrodger3115 Ай бұрын

You mentioned Prius. What year(s) more reliable. Toronto

@carhelpcorner Ай бұрын

2009 and newer (3rd and 4th gen) are best

@dohc1067 Ай бұрын

It is hilarious 😂 near the end of the video that he shows Kia and Hyundai as low-cost and unreliable alternatives.

@ruslandemchuk719 Ай бұрын

Calgary Market. Whole list of the cars in the video under 10k are 200k km+, in 80% of the time rebuilt status. Pretty rusty especially mazda.

@looneyyang1326 Ай бұрын

I make $100k a year. I drive a paid off 2011 Toyota Yaris. Currently with 78k miles.

@Raj-dy3rg Ай бұрын

Hello I am in the market for used car if you find any good deals for the reliable car as you bought please let me know not the Nissan. Thank you

@unloveableandre Ай бұрын

2:58 405, Rue Bonsecours - Montréal - QC

@Tpry Ай бұрын

10. Honda civic 2012-2015, 2013 the best 9. Toyota corolla 2014-2016 8. Mazda 3 2012 or newer 7. Toyota yaris hatchback 6. Honda fit hatchback 5. Toyota prius hybrid with newly replaced battery ( 3rd party remanufactured battery 4. Toyota Cyon IM, TC, XP 3. Nissan Micra 2. Toyota matrix 1. Podiac vibe 2010 Get pre-purchase inspected by trusted mechanic

@charliethorsen1863 Ай бұрын

I can't find any of the cars (within the suggested years) at anything close to 10K. I am not sure if the suggested price is for private sellers. We live in the GTA .

@dkrawk8309 Ай бұрын

If you check out their website, they will gladly assist you with your search. There are many available vehicles under 10 000 dollars in GTA area

@David-kl4kn Ай бұрын

Is that Pontiac designed and made by Toyota or Pontiac!

@janjachymiak9013 Ай бұрын

👍

@playertwoeightfourninezero4236 Ай бұрын

NEVER buy hybrids or EVs. My friend bought a Prius and car has no issues whatsoever. Runs perfectly But so far she has replaced the battery 3x for $5k+ each. Batteries has a lifespan so this will need a replacement eventually despite everything else being perfect. Batteries is just a way for them to keep customers paying in the long run. Compare to my 2007 Scion tC, most expensive expense I’ve had was for less than $100 on batteries.

@jason41a Ай бұрын

nissan micra/ march is one of the best small cars ever.

@rongendron8705 Ай бұрын

I'm 78 & in the 1980's & 90's, have bought 5 brand new cars, all for way less than $10,000. each! They were an '81 K car, '85 Chevette, '87 Sentra, '90 Excel, & '90 Sentra, with the highest costing $7,200! As late as the year 2000, I only paid $11,200. for a brand new Hyundai Elantra! My question is how have new cars become so expensive in the last 2 decades, that even "used" vehicles are now "commanding" a $10,000. price?

@SF_Curious Ай бұрын

Put a list on the description box so we don’t have to scroll up and try down your video looking for the car name!

@hitchcock1960 Ай бұрын

Thanks for stating the obvious. 😮

@ztekz Ай бұрын

90% Japanese on the list…no surprise here!

@erics9754 11 күн бұрын

When I was young people who bought Japanese cars were called traitors which is unfair but I could see the point back then. I also think that we should buy American to support our country and wish I saw fewer Asian cars here and patriotism would come back it was kind of sad to see people turn their back on our country so fast and easily. I have never owned an Asian car and never will I care about my country and culture and will fight to save it.

@Inkling777 22 күн бұрын

Toyota Yaris is as reliable but less known than the Corolla, so you may find a good deal on one of them. My Toyota Echo is the earlier name for the Yaris.

@amine_d Ай бұрын

What about Subaru Impreza?

@carhelpcorner Ай бұрын

The 10+ year old ones in this price range have potential oil consumption and head gasket issues.

@Tpry Ай бұрын

Honda civic 20122015 Toyota corolla 2014- 2016 Mazda 3 2012 0or newer To

@whosssstaco Ай бұрын

I’ve read multiple reviews that the Mazda 3 isn’t reliable.

@mike9119 Ай бұрын

Nissan, Huge pass due to CVT or FWD Transmissions are CRAP, Made by Jatco. Rear wheel drive they did a good job building them. Any car with a JATCO transmission above are a pass. Unless you have extra money laying around to have it rebuilt.

@blusnuby2 Ай бұрын

Just ask Scotty Kilmer.

@osiomogieasekome8799 Ай бұрын

Do you mean 10k USD or cad?

@carhelpcorner Ай бұрын

Either. The list applies to both.

@edkr 28 минут бұрын

Watch in 1.25x

@miyagiryota9238 Ай бұрын

2012 nissan sentra manual trans 146,000 miles no problem

@joeymasterson4395 Ай бұрын

Civics cost more than that. Not a cheap car like a Corolla

@markweaver3352 Ай бұрын

Yaris was made for toyota by mazda.

@carhelpcorner Ай бұрын

There were two completely different Yaris versions. One was a rebodied Mazda2, and the other shown in this video was made by Toyota.

@expsterm1 Ай бұрын

Japanese, Japanese and more Japanese

@gobsmacked230 Ай бұрын

Just avoid the 2006-08 Civic with the 1.8L...cracked blocks were common.

@dkrawk8309 Ай бұрын

Not true whatsoever

@abhirammmm Ай бұрын

Better rename your channel to Mr Toyota.

@ZAT1playerxX13Xx Ай бұрын

Reliable is in the title. Jokes aside Subaru is also a reliable car that wasn’t mentioned

@653j521 Ай бұрын

@@ZAT1playerxX13Xx Around here you have to get a very old one with body issues to have it under $10,000. People hate to sell them. I got a Legacy at the end of 2019 with two outstanding recalls at a distant dealership I did at the start of covid :( , that had been hit in a parking lot which destroyed a heated mirror and the windshield, and needed its 100,000 mile work on timing belt etc plus a new battery. A 2012. My dealership fixed the mirror and windshield as part of the price. I added remote start and last year had some rust removal and then the engine work. That was an added $3000. All told, around $10,000 if you consider the trade in of the miserable 2011 Chevy Cruze I only kept a year. I got it for our winters and it has done great. Tremendous heater. Great defroster. I wish it had the clearance of a Forester to drive over snow in our parking lot and a large trunk.