07/08/2026
Which cars are good, nice and cheap to buy in 2026? Working in car rental gives you a very unromantic view of cars: you see which ones come back broken and which ones just keep going.
Third place goes to the Suzuki Swift, the definition of good, nice and cheap. It looks like a Kinder egg, yes, but the fuel bill and the spare parts are ridiculously affordable for city driving.
Second, the BMW 1 Series: rear wheel drive, proven engines, Apple CarPlay and a design that aged well. Only downside, parts are pricier.
First place, a Toyota. Not pretty, but the worst thing it will do is run out of fuel. Hybrid versions sip almost nothing.
Send this to whoever is buying a car in 2026, and if you land in Malaga Airport before you own one, our car rental has insurance included and zero hidden fees on the website.