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The Best Deals on Mainstream Cars
November 28, 2012
Consumer Reports released their list of recommended vehicles with the best potential deals this holiday season. Most of the vehicles are leftover 2012 models, which you should only consider buying if you intend to keep it for at least 5 years or longer. Remember, these vehicles are already considered a year-old, so you should expect significant discounts over the 2013 model.
All of these vehicles have met Consumer Reports' criteria to be recommended - meaning they all scored well in road tests, had average or better reliability in surveys, and performed well in crash tests. Check out the full list below and make sure to use the free RydeShopper to get the best deals on any of these vehicles.
Vehicle | MSRP | Customer rebate | Dealer incentive | Potential savings below MSRP |
---|---|---|---|---|
2012 Honda Pilot | $37,150 | No | Yes | 15%+ |
2012 Nissan Murano | 39,655 | Yes | No | 15%+ |
2012 Lincoln MKZ | 35,630 | Yes | No | 15%+ |
2012 Ford Flex | 34,775 | Yes | No | 15%+ |
2012 Mazda CX-9 | 35,920 | No | Yes | 15%+ |
2012 Honda Accord | 24,070 | No | Yes | 15%+ |
2012 GMC Yukon XL | 51,520 | Yes | No | 10%+ |
2012 Chevrolet Traverse | 35,585 | Yes | No | 10%+ |
2013 Chevrolet Suburban | 59,435 | Yes | No | 10%+ |
2013 Kia Sorento | 26,150 | Yes | No | 10%+ |
2012 Nissan Rogue | 26,635 | Yes | No | 10%+ |
2012 Mazda5 | 24,820 | No | Yes | 10%+ |
2012 Infiniti M37 | 49,495 | No | Yes | 10%+ |
2012 Toyota Highlander | 38,040 | Yes | No | 10%+ |
2012 Lexus GX 460 | 54,120 | No | Yes | 10%+ |
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee V6 | 40,220 | Yes | No | 10%+ |
2012 Ford Fusion | 26,220 | Yes | No | 10%+ |
2012 Dodge Durango | 36,990 | Yes | No | 10%+ |
2012 Toyota Camry | 23,395 | Yes | No | 10%+ |
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