Whether your new driver is buying their first car on their own or you’re doing it together, it’s a huge step. There are arguments for both new and used cars when it comes to teen drivers, but you really can’t go wrong with a later-model used vehicle. Here are some of the best cars for a new driver.
2017 Honda Fit
The Honda Fit is an excellent subcompact car. The cabin is comfortable with high-quality materials, and the rear seat passengers have a good amount of legroom.
All Fit trims come with a rearview camera and a brake assist system, and the Honda LaneWatch system is available to help drivers see what’s in their blind spots. This little vehicle has above-average reliability ratings, and it comes in three different trim levels offering a variety of technology options. The EX-L is the only trim that comes standard with the automatic CVT. It also has a 7-inch touch screen and the HondaLink infotainment system.
2015 Honda CR-V
The 2015 Honda CR-V is a compact SUV that offers excellent fuel economy, and it has a large cargo area and room for up to five passengers. It comes standard with a rearview camera, and depending on the trim, you can get a blind-spot camera, adaptive cruise control, and a lane keep assist. It also offers a 7-inch touch screen, navigation system, and leather upholstery as options. The Honda CR-V EX-L adds leather seats and comes with dual-zone automatic climate control.
2014 Hyundai Sonata
The sleek looking Hyundai Sonata is a five-passenger sedan, and the 2014 model comes standard with extensive standard features and technology. The combination of excellent fuel economy and top notch reliability ratings make it a top choice for a new driver. It has a four-cylinder engine that produces 190 horsepower with the option for a four-cylinder that gets 274 horsepower.
The Sonata offers a sporty handling experience and a comfortable ride for its passengers. Choose the SE trim for a rearview camera and a driver-side blind-spot mirror. All trims come standard with electronic stability control and a full suite of air bags.
2016 Toyota Camry
There’s lots to like about the 2016 Toyota Camry. It gets excellent safety ratings, comes with a host of standard and optional equipment, and has a roomy, upscale cabin. All 2016 Camry trims come with a rearview camera, and both the XLE and XSE come standard with Toyota’s Pre-Collision system, blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control.
For technology, even the base model Camry has a 6.1-inch touch screen, Bluetooth, and remote keyless entry. Stepping up in trims will add heated front seats, leatherette or leather upholstery, and, in some models, a navigation system.
Check out these used models that make some of the best choices for a new driver. They can get some of the advanced safety technology and even some extra comfort and convenience features to keep everyone safe and happy on the road.
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