Cheapest sedans of 2026

Sedans ranked by lowest starting MSRP.

Data-driven ranking · Rankings computed August 27, 2026 · Listing counts refresh daily

What are the cheapest sedans? The 2026 Kia K4 ranks #1, followed by the 2026 Nissan Sentra and the 2026 Toyota Corolla.

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Cheapest sedans FAQ

What are the cheapest sedans?
OpenDealer ranks the following as the cheapest sedans for 2026: Kia K4, Nissan Sentra, Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Elantra, Volkswagen Jetta.
How much do the cheapest sedans cost?
Starting MSRPs in this ranking range from $22,190 to $35,600, depending on trim and configuration.
What is the cheapest vehicle in the cheapest sedans list?
The 2026 Kia K4 has the lowest starting MSRP in this ranking at $22,190.
How does OpenDealer rank vehicles?
Ranked by starting MSRP (lowest first), with ties broken by the OpenDealer composite score (safety, efficiency, value, popularity, availability). All inputs are from public data sources; no paid placement.

How this ranking works

Ranked by starting MSRP (lowest first), with ties broken by the OpenDealer composite score (safety, efficiency, value, popularity, availability). All inputs are from public data sources; no paid placement.

Rank order and scores are computed from public data (NHTSA, EPA, manufacturer pricing, 2025 US sales figures) and inventory availability at snapshot time, then frozen for six months. OpenDealer listing counts and shop links refresh daily. Dealers cannot pay to influence placement. Rankings last computed August 27, 2026.

US sales data courtesy of GoodCarBadCar.net.