Top 10 Affordable Cars in Indonesia

The Indonesian car market is filled with affordable cars, intended to run errands around town or to perform various activities that involve the family. With the increased fuel prices and day-to-day travel costs, most Indonesians opt for moderately priced cars, reliable enough to give them value for their money. We go through the top 10 low-budget cars in Indonesia, naming their brand names, prices, and specifications so you may find the perfect car for your budget.

1. Daihatsu Ayla

• Price: Starting from IDR 103 million
• Engine: 1.0L or 1.2L, 3-cylinder
• Transmission: Manual or Automatic
• Fuel Efficiency: 20-22 km/ l

Daihatsu Ayla is considered the best-selling entry car in Indonesia. The features of this car make it not only cheap but economical on fuel. It would, therefore, be suitable to take through daily travels in the city. The variants, which include 1.0L and 1.2L in engines, and manual and automatic in transmissions, fit different drivers.

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2. Toyota Agya

• Price: Starts at IDR 144 million
• Engine: 1.0L or 1.2L, 3-cylinder
• Transmission: Manual or Automatic
• Fuel Efficiency: 19-21 km/ l

The Toyota Agya is the twin sibling of the Daihatsu Ayla featuring almost similar features but with the trusted Toyota brand. It is a compact hatchback that is ideal for running urban commutes, reliability, and low maintenance costs.

3. Honda Brio Satya

• Price: Starts at IDR 155 million
• Engine: 1.2L, 4-cylinder
• Transmission: Manual or Automatic
• Fuel Efficiency: 20 km/ l

Honda Brio Satya stands among the most stylish and well-engineered low-cost cars in Indonesia. With an impressive body and a 1.2L engine, it does not let you down in performance for its class. The name Honda echoes durability and good resales value hence it is one of the preferred vehicles among first-time buyers.

4. Suzuki Karimun Wagon R

• Price: Starts at IDR 123 million
• Engine: 1.0L, 3-cylinder
• Transmission: Manual or Automatic
• Fuel Efficiency: 21 km/ l

Suzuki Karimun Wagon R: Compact Car, Big Inside – Boxy-shaped, this car gives a perfect image for families in need of an inexpensive car with a large space. Very economical in fuel and easy to handle in crowded city streets.

5. Renault Kwid

• Price: Starts at IDR 149 million
• Engine: 1.0L, 3-cylinder
• Transmission: Manual or Automatic
• Fuel Efficiency: 20-22 km/ l

Renault Kwid stands out to be a very affordable SUV-styled hatchback. Due to its muscular design and high ground clearance, driving is quite nice, particularly for those desperate to get a somewhat raised driving position without the pricey price an SUV usually entails.

6. Wuling Confero S 

• Price: Starts at IDR 172 million
• Engine: 1.5L, 4-cylinder
• Transmission: Manual or Automatic
• Fuel Efficiency: 17-18 km/ l

Wuling Confero S: With a more affordable price, this MPV-class car is very worthy for a large family. Some of its great features include roomy cabins, a reliable 1.5L engine, and modern designs. Wuling might still be new in Indonesia’s automotive market, but the popularity of Wuling has grown because its products are cheap but good in quality.

7. Mitsubishi Mirage

• Price: Starts at IDR 175 million
• Engine: 1.2L, 3-cylinder
• Transmission: Manual or Automatic
• Fuel Efficiency: 19-22 km/ l

Compact and efficient, the Mitsubishi Mirage can easily negotiate the choked roads of Jakarta, or any city for that matter. It is known for its light body and subsequent fuel efficiency, which makes it easy to handle.

8. Suzuki Ignis

• Price: Starts at IDR 179 million
• Engine: 1.2L, 4-cylinder
• Transmission: Manual or Automatic
• Fuel Efficiency: 20 km/ l

Suzuki Ignis is one of those very unique, sporty, and stylish compact cars. Ignis’ design combined the best of SUVs and city cars. High seating positions and excellent fuel economy are points that would surely attract the young buyer who sought something different from regular hatchback designs.

9. Datsun GO +

• Price: Starts at IDR 136 million
• Engine: 1.2L, 3-cylinder
• Transmission: Manual or Automatic
• Fuel Efficiency: 19-21 km/ l

Boasting an economical price, the Datsun Go+ is a versatile family car that can fit seven passengers inside the cabin. It will be perfect for those families that require an economical, compact MPV featuring good performance and fuel efficiency.

10. Kia Picanto

• Price: Starts at IDR 200 million
• Engine: 1.2L, 4-cylinder
• Transmission: Manual or Automatic
• Fuel Efficiency: 18-20 km/ l

Fashionably designed, and very trendy, Kia Picanto is one of the classy city cars that are available at very economical prices. The Kia Picanto has managed to carve its niche as being a comfortable drive with good build quality and fuel economy, hence it is one of the most favoured cars for the city dwellers.

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Conclusion

The car market in Indonesia is filled with affordable and reliable models targeted towards different needs and lifestyles. It ranges from the Daihatsu Ayla for the compact city car to the Wuling Confero S for an MPV in the affordable something for every taste. Most of these cars have very excellent mileage, with fuel efficiency concerns that will make them ideal for daily commutes. These engines are still in high demand because the Indonesian economy is growing, and many seek cheaper means of transport; they are reasonably priced, efficient to operate, and cheap to acquire. It all depends on what one needs, be it a spacious interior for family journeys, fuel-saving options for daily travel to and from work and school, or just a stylish compact car in traffic. The following low-budget top 10 cheap cars mentioned in the article should thus be good options for Indonesian buyers seeking generally reliable vehicles at no big dent in the wallet.