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Renault Kwid Tops July Lists of Most Affordable New Cars in Mexico and Argentina

Entry-level cars in both markets now pack touchscreen, smartphone integration, active safety technology

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Overview

  • The Renault Kwid remains the cheapest model at 247,500 MXN in Mexico and is the only car under 20 million ARS in Argentina’s July rankings.
  • Argentina’s most affordable 0 km vehicles now require 62–80 monthly minimum wages after list prices rose 2% month-on-month, outpacing July’s 1.5% inflation rate.
  • Eight of Argentina’s ten lowest-priced models are imported from Brazil, with only the Fiat Cronos and Peugeot 208 built in domestic plants.
  • Mexico’s budget lineup features the all-electric SEV E-Wan Cross as the sole EV, offering up to 300 km of range.
  • Entry-level versions across both countries include advanced connectivity and safety systems that were once reserved for higher segments.