Where can I buy a < $15k econobox? Seriously, I'm looking. Yes I'm also looking at used cars, but they're also expensive.
Nissan Versa at $15.5k: https://www.nissanusa.com/vehicles/cars/versa-sedan.html
Kia Rio and Hyundai Accent aren't too far off at $16.5k: https://www.kia.com/us/en/rio