Whether you are a teenager buying your first car or a parent taking on the challenge of finding a car for your teen, there are a variety of things to understand before getting behind the wheel.
Regardless of your teenager’s protests, it’s usually best to be as practical as possible when buying the first car. Choose something safe and reliable because, after all, who wants to be sitting on the side of the road one day after the car was purchased just because the vehicle was your teen’s favorite color?
With all the makes and models out there today, there is a vast sea of great quality used vehicles to choose from. The following is a list of some of the best used cars for your teen:
– Dodge Charger: This is a great vehicle that is safe to drive. It is not prone to tipping over and the size of the vehicle keeps passengers safe. Its rugged and rugged appearance leans toward the muscle car appearance that appeals to male teens, and it has an average fuel use of about 25 mpg on the highway and 18 mpg in the city. The cost of this car may be a bit steep, but it’s worth it.
– Chrysler 300: This is a great looking vehicle that every member of the family would like to drive, so the teen may find that they are struggling with Mom and Dad on the driveway for keys. On average, the price is a bit high, but it is a safe car. The gas mileage is very similar to that of the Dodge Charge.
– Jeep Wrangler: This car is popular with teenagers because of all the additional devices it can include, such as MP3 players and iPods. With this in mind, this may not make it one of the safest to be on the road, especially if the focus is on mixing tunes rather than looking at the road. That said, the price is usually reasonable and the gas mileage is excellent. An added bonus is that the Jeep was given a five-star crash test rating by the government, so you can feel confident driving your teenager in this vehicle.
– Chevy Cobalt – There are a variety of brightly colored cars to choose from with this model that helps make it fun driving for teens. The price is affordable, even if you buy it like a new car. It is also very fuel efficient. This is a popular choice for both teens and their parents due to its price, looks, safety, and fuel efficiency.
– Chevy Equinox: If you are looking for a larger set of wheels, the Equinox will fit your needs. Even though it’s an SUV, which gets a bad rap for rollovers, the Equinox has a four-star rating, so that issue may be placed lower on the list of things to worry about.Price is average to high and fuel consumption is slightly lower at 24 mpg on the highway and 17 mpg in the city.
Finding the right car for a teen can be a time-consuming task, but the more research and test drives you do, the better it will be for you and your teen. Make sure that why you choose has the options you need. Remember to make a commitment when choosing the car and, most importantly, have fun while shopping!
