10 Best Affordable New Cars for 2017 10 Best Affordable New Cars for 2017. While some of these technologies make life in a car easier or better-connected with the outside world, some new models shun gadgetry in an effort to restore the bond between man and machine. Fortunately, consumers have a broad spectrum of new, affordable vehicles to choose from for the 2017 model year. There are also some emerging trends in the marketplace. For example, hatchbacks are returning full-force to the U.S. mark