The best cheap 4-seater cars under 200 million worth buying

The 2023 car market is expected to be more gloomy than 2022 due to the global economic recession, sluggish real estate market and high bank loan interest rates.

Therefore, a large number of Vietnamese people who want to buy a car are tending to choose used cars because of reasonable prices, low depreciation and easier to find cars.

With a budget of only about 200 million VND, users can now choose from the following suitable 4-seater car models:

KIA Morning (2004-2016)

As a suitable choice for the majority of users, KIA Morning is currently sold on the used car market with a full range of different versions, in which imported cars are sought after by many people because the equipment has a slight difference with the assembled version and is "more safe".

This A-class car in this price range still has an automatic transmission version if the user often goes on the street, however the car model is quite old from 2010-2011. If you want a high-end car (2014-2016), the user must accept choosing the manual transmission version.

The advantage of KIA Morning is its compact size, easy to move, and maneuver in crowded streets. The fuel consumption of the car is quite low. This is a suitable choice for new drivers, small families to "avoid the rain and sun" for short trips. The car has less minor breakdowns than competitors of the same generation.

The trade-off is a rather cramped space, poor soundproofing, making users tired for long journeys. Due to the old age and many cars have run over 200,000 km, users when buying KIA Mornoing should check carefully or hire a mechanic to check the car to avoid encountering a "reformed taxi". The air conditioning system, engine and chassis may have problems after a long time of use.

Hyundai i10 (2013-2017)

Another option in the A-class car segment at the price of 200 million VND with a timeless design and a bit more spacious is the Hyundai i10 (hatchback variant). To get a good car (family car), users need to spend time, effort and money to check carefully to avoid cars that have been used for services or taxis.

Most of the manual versions of this car line are service vehicles, because the automatic versions are usually more expensive.

Similar to Morning, Hyundai i10 also has quite a cramped space. If you need a car to commute to work nearby or a vehicle to “avoid the rain and sun”, this is also a good choice in its price range. The main advantages are the engine and chassis that rarely break down. Spare parts are plentiful and low cost.

According to many users and mechanics, the old generation i10 has many minor problems, especially the air conditioning system. In addition, the steering rack also often has problems. For cars running over 300,000 km, the repair cost can be up to 40-50 million VND because many parts need to be replaced.

Toyota Vios (2004-2010)

The "national" car model Toyota Vios is the option that many users think of if they do not choose KIA Morning, because the B-class sedan still retains its traditional appearance, less likely to become outdated even though the style is not as sharp and modern as the new generation Vios.

Cars currently on the used car market all have ODOs over 150,000 km and even fewer still retain their original paint. Automatic versions are also quite rare.

Retaining value and durability are always the main advantages of Toyota Vios. In general, this car line rarely breaks down. The chassis, engine or air conditioning system are quite stable. Replacement parts are always available on the market at affordable prices. However, you should still check carefully to avoid buying a service car.

The downside of the older Vios is that it has little safety equipment and technology, and the interior design is not really suitable for current trends.

Honda Civic (2007-2010)

The most “worth the money” on the list is the C-class sedan from Japan, the Honda Civic. This model combines all the elements of durability, shape retention, spaciousness and good driving feeling. In the segment under 200 million, few models can compare to the Civic. Even cars with higher prices and models cannot compete with the C-class sedan.

Due to the good quality of the car, the number of Civic 2007-2010 on the used car market is not much. According to the reviews of those who have used the car, the chassis and engine of the car are quite good even though many cars have high ODO.

Disadvantages of this car model include lack of technology, large A-pillar blind spot, and poor soundproofing compared to cars in the same C-segment.

However, it is difficult for users to find a car model like Civic with many big plus points in the price range under 200 million: few minor breakdowns, powerful engine, spacious space, good driving feeling and cheap maintenance cost.

Ford Mondeo (2003-2008)

If you like the experience and don’t mind the maintenance cost, you can choose Ford Mondeo – a D-class sedan in the same segment as Toyota Camry. The car’s comfort and driving experience are superior to its competitors of the same generation.

Many users say the car's engine has few problems. The fuel consumption of the V6 engine is only equal to the 4-cylinder type of the Camry.

The plus points for Mondeo are its powerful engine, solid driving feel, good soundproofing and many amenities (sunroof, electric seats, etc.).

However, buyers should consider because the car's fuel consumption is high (11-16 liters/100 km in the city), and spare parts are expensive. In addition, the car's electronic system and sensors may have problems. Many people have also reported "incurable diseases" on this generation, including: boiling radiator, broken oil pump and fuel pump, and many cars are even prone to broken gearboxes, making buyers discouraged because the replacement cost is very expensive.