6 – Renault Sandero.

The Renault Sandero, launched at the end of 2007, is a compact model known for its good internal space and reasonable maintenance costs. However, like every vehicle, it has its points of attention. Among the main problems reported by owners, the following stand out:

1. Problems in the Brake and Clutch System: Users reported uneven and accentuated wear of brake pads on cars with less than 20,000 km, causing noises and vibrations. Furthermore, the clutch also presented problems such as vibration and noise in vehicles with low mileage.
2. Oil Consumption and Leakage: Frequent reports include oil leaking through the head gasket and excessive oil consumption, even in cars less than three years old.
3. Defective Easy'R Automated Transmission: This transmission presented constant vibrations, especially during gear changes and when engaging reverse, due to premature wear on the clutch.
4. Problems with Media NAV: The multimedia center of the most recent models has been a source of complaints, with reports of sudden failures and freezes on the start screen.
5. Inefficient air conditioning: Some owners have reported gas leaking from the air conditioning system, resulting in loss of efficiency.
6. Steering Gear Oil Leak: This problem was more recurrent in first generation units, appearing with less than 40 thousand km driven.

In terms of price, the available versions of the Sandero range from R$ 73,890 for the entry-level Zen version, equipped with a 1.0 SCe three-cylinder engine, to R$ 100,490 for the Stepway versions, which use the 1.6 16V engine.

5 – Fiat New Palio.

The Fiat Novo Palio, launched in 1996, became popular in Brazil for being an economical and versatile car. However, like every vehicle, it has some problems reported by owners. Among the main ones are:

1. Finishing problems and internal noises: Many owners mention the low quality of the finish and various noises inside the car, including noises from the front doors and windshield wipers. Furthermore, problems with inaccuracy and harshness when changing manual gears are common, as are noises in the gearbox.
2. Mechanical and electrical problems: Owners report oil leaks from the crankcase gasket, engine overheating and problems with the starter motor. There are reports of damaged batteries and frequent burnout of headlight and flashlight bulbs.
3. Difficulties with the engine, especially with ethanol: There are cases of difficulty starting and failures to use the engine when fueled with ethanol. Some owners mention the need to change the fuel pump and complaints about the quality of the fuel used.
4. Front suspension problems and high consumption: Complaints include the need to change connecting rods and bushings at short intervals and reports of high consumption, especially in the Fire 1.0 engine.

Despite these problems, many owners consider the Palio a car with acceptable maintenance costs and good resale value. The model was approved by the majority of owners, but it is important to be aware of the aforementioned drawbacks.

As for the average price, it varies depending on the year, vehicle condition and location, but is considered affordable compared to other vehicles in the category. It is always recommended to research local sources to get a more accurate idea of the current market price.

For detailed information on consumption and current prices, consult specialized websites and local dealers.