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These are the most affordable cars at the New York Auto Show this year

Nathanial Gary Sean Dougherty
April 2, 2026, 8:17 a.m. ET
The New York International Auto Show runs from April 3 - 12. USA TODAY got in early to preview some of the most affordable cars at the show. Above, the Chevy Trax RS on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. With a list price of $24,995 it's one of the most bang for your buck at this year's show. Let's take a closer look and then move on to the next vehicle on the most affordable list.
The New York International Auto Show runs from April 3 - 12. USA TODAY got in early to preview some of the most affordable cars at the show.

Above, the Chevy Trax RS on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. With a list price of $24,995 it's one of the most bang for your buck at this year's show. Let's take a closer look and then move on to the next vehicle on the most affordable list.
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Here we have a close up view of the front grill ofthe Chevy Trax RS. This was captured while on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026.
Here we have a close up view of the front grill ofthe Chevy Trax RS. This was captured while on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026.
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Detail of the steering wheel of the Chevy Trax RS on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026.
Detail of the steering wheel of the Chevy Trax RS on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026.
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Side and rear view of the Chevy Trax RS on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026.
Side and rear view of the Chevy Trax RS on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026.
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Here we have the Chevy Trailblazer ACTIV model on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. This specific model can reach over $29,000 yet it's still a great affordable buy.
Here we have the Chevy Trailblazer ACTIV model on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. This specific model can reach over $29,000 yet it's still a great affordable buy.
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Front grill detail of the Chevy Trailblazer ACTIV.
Front grill detail of the Chevy Trailblazer ACTIV.
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Close up photo of the stitched detailing of the interior.
Close up photo of the stitched detailing of the interior.
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Here we have the Chevy Trailblazer ACTIV model on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. We got a peak inside and captured what drivers will see when entering the car.
Here we have the Chevy Trailblazer ACTIV model on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. We got a peak inside and captured what drivers will see when entering the car.
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Nissan Sentra SR model on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. This specific model can reach anywhere from $26,000 to over $29,000 depdning on the package you purchase.
Nissan Sentra SR model on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. This specific model can reach anywhere from $26,000 to over $29,000 depdning on the package you purchase.
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We got this close up photo to show off the design of the grill.
We got this close up photo to show off the design of the grill.
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Here we have the Nissan Sentra SR model on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. In this close up photos we can see the interview view.
Here we have the Nissan Sentra SR model on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. In this close up photos we can see the interview view.
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Here we have the Nissan Sentra SR model on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. In this photo we see the rear right side of the vehicle.
Here we have the Nissan Sentra SR model on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. In this photo we see the rear right side of the vehicle.
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Here we have the Nissan Kicks on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. This specific model can vary but starts as low as $22,430.
Here we have the Nissan Kicks on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. This specific model can vary but starts as low as $22,430.
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Here we have the Nissan Kicks on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. This is a close up of what the grill looks like.
Here we have the Nissan Kicks on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. This is a close up of what the grill looks like.
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Here we have the Nissan Kicks on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. In this photo display, Nissan decided to display it's ramp feature which is designed for pets.
Here we have the Nissan Kicks on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. In this photo display, Nissan decided to display it's ramp feature which is designed for pets.
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Here we have the Nissan Kicks on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. In this photo you can see the interesting rim design.
Here we have the Nissan Kicks on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. In this photo you can see the interesting rim design.
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Here we have the Nissan Kicks on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. In this photo we got a interior look at the steering wheel.
Here we have the Nissan Kicks on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. In this photo we got a interior look at the steering wheel.
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Here we have the Nissan Kicks on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. In this photo we got a interior look at the steering wheel.
Here we have the Nissan Kicks on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. In this photo we got a interior look at the steering wheel.
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Here we have the Toyota Corolla Hatchback on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. This specific model can vary but starts as low as $24,580.
Here we have the Toyota Corolla Hatchback on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. This specific model can vary but starts as low as $24,580.
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Grill design of the Toyota Corolla Hatchback.
Grill design of the Toyota Corolla Hatchback.
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Headlight design of the Toyota Corolla Hatchback
Headlight design of the Toyota Corolla Hatchback
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Here we have the Toyota Corolla Hatchback on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. In this photo we got an interior look.
Here we have the Toyota Corolla Hatchback on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. In this photo we got an interior look.
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TToyota Corolla Hatchback .
TToyota Corolla Hatchback .
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Here we have the Hyundai Elantra on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. This specific model can vary but starts as low as $22,625.
Here we have the Hyundai Elantra on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. This specific model can vary but starts as low as $22,625.
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Rim design and front headlight of the Hyundai Elantra.
Rim design and front headlight of the Hyundai Elantra.
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Here we have the Hyundai Elantra on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. We got an interior look and spotted this interesting gear shift.
Here we have the Hyundai Elantra on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. We got an interior look and spotted this interesting gear shift.
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Here we have the Hyundai Elantra on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. This photo has the steering wheel and front interior view.
Here we have the Hyundai Elantra on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. This photo has the steering wheel and front interior view.
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Here we have the Hyundai Elantra on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. We noticed this subtle design on the outisde of the vechile
Here we have the Hyundai Elantra on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. We noticed this subtle design on the outisde of the vechile
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Rear view of a Hyundai Elantra on display.
Rear view of a Hyundai Elantra on display.
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Hyundai Elantra steering wheel design and front interior view.
Hyundai Elantra steering wheel design and front interior view.
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Here we have the Volkswagen Jetta GLI on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. This specific model starts at $33,745 but there is a more cost effective version that was not on display.
Here we have the Volkswagen Jetta GLI on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. This specific model starts at $33,745 but there is a more cost effective version that was not on display.
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Here we have the Volkswagen Jetta GLI on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. Here we have an interior view of the drivers steering wheel.
Here we have the Volkswagen Jetta GLI on display at the New York Auto Show during media previews on April 1, 2026. Here we have an interior view of the drivers steering wheel.
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Volkswagen Jetta GLI
Volkswagen Jetta GLI
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Volkswagen Jetta GLI close up shot of the front right wheel.
Volkswagen Jetta GLI close up shot of the front right wheel.
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Volkswagen Jetta GLI front right headlight.
Volkswagen Jetta GLI front right headlight.
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