6. Fiat 500L
Base MSRP: $21,990; 5-Year Depreciation: $16,761; Retained Value: 24%. Straddling the space between a five-door hatchback and a wagon, the Fiat 500L is a rather odd vehicle. It's one of the least expensive turbocharged models on the market in the U.S., too. The 1.4-liter turbo four-cylinder makes 160 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. The model comes standard with a six-speed automatic, even in the base Pop trim.
9. 2018 Volkswagen Golf
$21,760
The Volkswagen Golf is iconic for its ability to combine affordability and style into a single package. The current model manages to be one of the least expensive turbocharged models you can buy. Its 1.8-liter turbo four-cylinder makes 170 hp and 199 lb-ft. The standard gearbox is a five-speed manual.
8. 2018 Hyundai Elantra Eco
$21,435
The 2018 Elantra comes standard with a naturally aspirated 2.0-liter four-cylinder, but buyers can opt for a more efficient 1.4-liter turbocharged four by opting for the Eco trim. The mill makes 128 hp and 156 lb-ft of torque, and it comes with a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox. In addition to the low price, the eco has impressive fuel economy of 32 miles per gallon city, 40 mpg highway, and 35 mpg combined – the best figures in the Elantra lineup.
7. 2018 VW Beetle
$21,070
The current iteration of VW's iconic People's Car is among the cheapest turbocharged models in the brand's lineup – continue through the slideshow to find one that costs even less. Power for the Beetle comes from a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 174 hp and 184 lb-ft. Even the base model comes standard with a six-speed automatic gearbox.
6. 2017 Fiat 500 Abarth
$20,990
A pair of Fiats tie for sixth place on this list, and they offer buyers very different things. For folks looking for a hot hatch, the Fiat 500 Abarth is the least expensive option currently on the market. It uses a 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that makes 160 hp and 170 lb-ft of torque. At this price, buyers have to get a five-speed manual.
*It's worth noting that the 500 range receives updates for the 2018 model year, but pricing is not yet available. The standard 500 receives a turbocharged 1.4-liter turbo with 135 hp and 150 lb-ft of torque. The Abarth retains its current engine but output grows to 160 hp and 183 lb-ft of torque.
6. 2017 Fiat 500 Abarth
$20,990
A pair of Fiats tie for sixth place on this list, and they offer buyers very different things. For folks looking for a hot hatch, the Fiat 500 Abarth is the least expensive option currently on the market. It uses a 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that makes 160 hp and 170 lb-ft of torque. At this price, buyers have to get a five-speed manual.
*It's worth noting that the 500 range receives updates for the 2018 model year, but pricing is not yet available. The standard 500 receives a turbocharged 1.4-liter turbo with 135 hp and 150 lb-ft of torque. The Abarth retains its current engine but output grows to 160 hp and 183 lb-ft of torque.
6. 2017 Fiat 500X
$20,990
Some buyers want a crossover that doesn't look boxy and utilitarian. The 2017 Fiat 500X's rounded look certainly fits the bill for these folks, and at $19,995, it doesn't break the bank, either. Power comes from a turbo 1.4-liter four-cylinder with 160 hp and 184 lb-ft. It hooks up to a six-speed manual and routes the output to the front wheels.
4. 2018 Volkswagen Jetta*
$19,495
Note the asterisk above because it's important. The Jetta gets a whole new generation for the 2019 model year and prices before destination start at $18,545. It uses a 1.4-liter turbo four-cylinder with 147 hp and 184 lb-ft. The sedan is also larger than before.
However, the 2019 model isn't yet available. Until then, the 2018 Jetta (above) has a base price of $19,495, which includes $850 for destination. It also uses a 1.4-liter turbo four, but the engine makes 150 hp and 184 lb-ft.
3. 2018 Jeep Renegade
$19,450
The least expensive new Jeep on the road is also one of the cheapest turbocharged vehicles you can buy. The Renegade compact crossover comes with a 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that produces 160 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque. For this price, it comes with a six-speed manual and front-wheel drive.
The Renegade shares a lot of parts with the Fiat 500x, but the Jeep comes at a lower price. It's arguably the better looking one of the pair, too.
2. 2018 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan
$18,595
The Chevrolet Sonic comes stock with a 1.8-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder, but buyers can upgrade to a 1.4-liter turbocharged four with 138 hp and 148 lb-ft. Getting it as a sedan with a six-speed manual gives buyers a price of $18,595. The four-door also comes with heated side mirrors and six-speaker stereo.
1. 2018 Chevrolet Cruze
$17,850
Chevrolet's compact sedan is the least expensive new car with a turbocharged engine that you can buy in the United States with a price after destination of $17,850. The Cruze's 1.4-liter turbo four-cylinder produces 153 hp and 177 pound-feet of torque, and for this price it hooks up to a six-speed manual. The base L trim comes with some nice amenities, too, like a seven-inch infotainment system with Bluetooth.
It's also bigger than the Sonic, despite being less expensive.
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