10 Best Cars for College Students
August 30, 2012
It's that time of year when students are heading to college. With money tight and gas being expensive, their car needs to be fuel efficient, safe, and inexpensive.
Based on these factors, CarsDirect this week released their list of the top 10 Best Values for College Students.
As always, I recommend you use the CarWoo Deal Finder to get the most savings when shopping for these vehicles.
| Rank | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | Great styling and comfort. TDI gets high mpg |
| 2 | 2012 Nissan Versa | The least expensive new car on the market |
| 3 | 2012 Toyota Yaris | The least expensive Toyota offering. |
| 4 | 2012 Kia Soul | A fine vehicle with youth-friendly features |
| 5 | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | Top pick among a new generation of "micro" cars |
| 6 | 2012 Ford Focus | Up to 40 mpg with high-tech interior |
| 7 | 2012 Hyundai Veloster | Fun to drive, gets up to 40 mpg |
| 8 | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | Class-leading horsepower with improved reliability |
| 9 | 2012 Kia Forte | Packed with features for a low price |
| 10 | 2012 Hyundai Accent | Good fuel economy and solid car |
My Recommendation for Car Shoppers
TrueCar, Edmunds, and 1-800 Car Show are the quickest way to see the lowest car prices in your area. These sites show you no-haggle prices from dealers closest to you - and the deals are usually really good. This should be the first step you take when negotiating your car price. Follow this up with my checklist to make sure you squeeze out every last bit of savings.California Residents - Important:
There is a new online car buying service called Roadster, available only to California residents, which I highly recommend you try - especially if you hate the stress of haggling with a car salesman. They provide an expert concierge who negotiates the price of the car and delivers it to your home with zero hassle - you never have to interact with a dealership. Here is my in-depth review of Roadster and why I recommend it.- Gregg Fidan
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