Cheapest Cars With a Heated Steering Wheel

Mike Schlee
by Mike Schlee
cheapest cars with a heated steering wheel

This winter just doesn’t seem to want to go away. During these soul-crushingly low temperatures, we’ve become quite fond of cars that are equipped with heated steering wheels, a premium feature that doesn’t need to be reserved for expensive luxury vehicles.

Folks in southern states might not get the appeal, but for drivers who live in colder climates, a heated tiller is like a warm hug for your hands. Why not wear gloves you may ask? Well, so many cars have touch-screen infotainment systems or small buttons that make using gloves in a car cumbersome.

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After spending some time configuring hundreds of them, we came up with this list of the most affordable nameplates that are equipped with a heated steering wheel. Would you be surprised to know that you can get a car with such features for under $30,000? The price tag on most affordable model may surprise you too. All prices include packaging information.


10. Chevrolet Malibu LT FWD w/ Leather Package

cheapest cars with a heated steering wheel

Starting things off is the only mid-size sedan on this list, the Chevrolet Malibu. It undercuts the competition by including a heated steering wheel with the optional Leather Package on the front-wheel drive LT trim level. As the name suggests, the package also wraps the steering wheel, gear shifter, and seats in leather.

Price (USD) – $28,390
Price (CAD) – $32,598 (LT w/ Plus Package)


9. Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross SEL 1.5T 2WD

cheapest cars with a heated steering wheel

Straddling the space between a subcompact and compact crossover, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is one of the more stylish mainstream vehicles in its segment and includes a turbocharged 1.5-liter engine standard. To get a heated steering wheel, the SEL 1.5T trim needs to be selected with either front or all-wheel drive.

Price (USD) – $27,695
Price (CAD) – $31,218 (SE S-AWC)


8. Ford EcoSport Titanium

cheapest cars with a heated steering wheel

Next up is a subcompact crossover from Ford, the EcoSpot. Titanium is the second highest trim available in the United States and includes a heated steering wheel. Stick to front-wheel drive, refraining from including any of the various options, and pricing will come in under $27,000.

Price (USD) – $26,895
Price (CAD) – $28,569 (SES)

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7. Nissan Rogue Sport SV FWD

cheapest cars with a heated steering wheel

An oldie but a goodie, the Nissan Rogue Sport can trace its roots back to 2013. Despite having been on the market for quite some time, the Rogue Sport still has a lot to offer, such as value. The SV FWD trim includes a heated steering wheel for less than $26,000.

Price (USD) – $25,730
Price (CAD) – $27,198 (Qashqai SV FWD)

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6. Chevrolet Trailblazer LT FWD w/ Premium Seating Package

cheapest cars with a heated steering wheel

A competitor to the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, the Chevrolet Trailblazer undercuts its competition by including a heated steering at a lower price point. Add the Premium Seating Package to the LT front-wheel drive trim level and its possible to keep those hands warm for years to come.

Price (USD) – $25,655
Price (CAD) – $27,953 (LT FWD w/ Convenience, Driver Confidence II, and Premium Seating Packages)


5. Volkswagen Taos S 1.5T w/ IQ.Drive & S Convenience Packages

cheapest cars with a heated steering wheel

It may come as a bit of a surprise, but Volkswagen holds two of the top five spots on this list. First up is the compact Taos crossover. Although the package’s name may be longwinded, by adding the IQ.Drive and Convenience Packages to the S trim not only does the Taos receive a heated steering wheel, it also gains an entire suite of active safety systems.

Price (USD) – $24,985
Price (CAD) – $36,695 (Highline)


4. Ford Maverick XLT w/ Luxury Package

cheapest cars with a heated steering wheel

Recently introduced, the Ford Maverick is the only pick-up truck on this list. We at AutoGuide.com predict it is going to be a huge hit for Ford because it offers incredible value. Here we have a crew cab pickup truck with an efficient hybrid engine and heated steering wheel all for less than $25,000.

Price (USD) – $24,625
Price (CAD) – $31,800

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3. Volkswagen Jetta SE 1.4L Turbo w/ Cold Weather Package

cheapest cars with a heated steering wheel

The other Volkswagen making an appearance on our list is the Jetta. The SE trim level can be had with a cold weather package that includes great value for those living in cooler climates. For $500 it equips the Jetta with a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, heated windshield wiper nozzles and a remote starter.

Price (USD) – $23,895
Price (CAD) – $28,995 (Execline)

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2. Nissan Kicks SR w/ Premium Package

cheapest cars with a heated steering wheel

When it comes to adding a heated steering wheel at a low price, the undisputed champion is Nissan. The brand has three vehicles on this list, including the top two spots. Coming in at the second lowest MSRP is the quasi-crossover Kicks. This is one of the few vehicles where it is actually possible to get a heating steering cheaper in Canada thanks to it being included on the SV trim level.

Price (USD) – $23,340
Price (CAD) – $23,098 (SV)


1. Nissan Sentra SV w/ All-Weather Package

cheapest cars with a heated steering wheel

The Nissan Sentra offers the lowest price point for a heated steering wheel and it’s not even close. A hair over $21,000 USD is all it takes to purchase the Sentra SV with the all-weather package. If keeping fingers warm and costs down are the top priorities, this car is worth a look.

Price (USD) – $21,160
Price (CAD) – $24,898 (SR)


Recent Updates:

March 2019 – Updated text for accuracy.
November 25, 2021 – Removed Buick Regal Sportback. Removed Dodge Journey. Removed Nissan Altima. Removed Kia Soul. Removed Jeep Cherokee. Removed Dodge Challenger. Removed Kia Optima. Updated Nissan Rogue Sport text, ranking and image for accuracy. Updated all links. Updated the footer. Updated the introduction for accuracy. Added Nissan Sentra. Added Nissan Kicks. Added Volkswagen Jetta. Added Volkswagen Taos. Added Ford Maverick. Added Ford Ecopsort. Added Chevrolet Malibu. Added Chevrolet Trailblazer. Added Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

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Mike Schlee
Mike Schlee

A 20+ year industry veteran, Mike rejoins the AutoGuide team as the Managing Editor. He started his career at a young age working at dealerships, car rentals, and used car advertisers. He then found his true passion, automotive writing. After contributing to multiple websites for several years, he spent the next six years working at the head office of an automotive OEM, before returning back to the field he loves. He is a member of the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC), and Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA). He's the recipient of a feature writing of the year award and multiple video of the year awards.

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  • Craig Cole Craig Cole on Mar 02, 2015

    Pfff, screw this! I'd rather have a frozen Daiquiri machine in the glovebox, either that or a trunk-mounted chafing dish so I can keep a crawdad boil at serving temperature.

  • Tracy Tracy on Jun 12, 2015

    bought my first heated steering wheel 8 years ago, now have the forte with the heated steering wheel. Wont even look at a car without one now, it is a requirement!! LOVE it! Cant live in a snow state without it anymore! :)

    • Mark S Mark S on Jun 12, 2015

      Kia and Hyundai are good value - they load up their models (heated rear seats even). That said though, the more there is on the car, the more can go wrong :S....so even better that those brands give 5 years warranties off the bat.

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