cheapest new car 2023

Hunting the cheapest new car in 2023 Australia? You were mostly looking at the MG3 (around $18k–$20k drive‑away) and the Kia Picanto (roughly $18k–$21k before on‑roads), depending on deals and transmission.

They’re simple, city‑friendly runabouts with tiny footprints and equally tiny fuel bills—just don’t expect limousine hush or track‑day heroics.

On the used market, near‑new MG3s and Picantos typically floated around $10k–$18k in 2023, varying wildly with year, kms and condition.

Do the maths on drive‑away costs and warranty coverage, then pick the one that makes your wallet sigh the least.