Technically, yes, but they’re mostly microcars or quadricycles. Think the Renault Twizy or the Bajaj Qute. These things are practically golf carts with blinkers. They’re cheaper, but they’re not “cars” in the traditional sense.
The Nano remains the cheapest actual automobile ever mass-produced. It’s a piece of history, like a Fabergé egg made of plastic and duct tape.
You can still find used Nanos for under $1,500 today. That’s less than a good bicycle! But you’ll also need a sense of adventure. Or a very short commute.
Should You Buy One?
Only if you’re a collector, a budget-obsessed weirdo (meant affectionately), or someone who really hates car payments. The Nano is a conversation starter. Everyone will ask, “Is that the cheap car?” You’ll nod, and they’ll laugh, and you’ll drive away at a maximum velocity of… well, slowly.
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It’s also surprisingly easy to park. You can fit it into any spot. Parallel parking becomes a quick little shuffle. No more crying in the car—because the crying happens before you enter the car, over the lack of cup holders.
Let’s address the elephant in the room: safety. The Nano scored zero stars in Euro NCAP crash tests. Zero. But hey, if you’re driving it at 30 miles per hour in a city, you’ll probably survive a fender bender, as long as the fender doesn’t disintegrate.
