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The 13 Safest Cars to Buy
August 29, 2013
When purchasing a car, safety can oftentimes be more important than price, but you may not be able to afford an expensive vehicle. Forbes recently put together a list of what they consider the 13 safest cars that are also easy on your pocketbook. Cars on the list include the Acura TL, Dodge Avenger, Honda Accord, and Ford Fusion.
If you're looking to add one of these top safety picks to your garage, make sure to use the free to get the best deal. Also be sure to check out the TrueCar Pre-Negotiated Prices to quickly compare real prices in your local region.
| Safest Vehicles for the Money |
|---|
| Acura TL |
| Chrysler 200 |
| Dodge Avenger |
| Ford Fusion |
| Honda Accord Sedan |
| Honda Accord Coupe |
| Kia Optima |
| Nissan Altima Sedan |
| Subaru Legacy |
| Subaru Outback |
| Suzuki Kizashi |
| Volkswagen Passat |
| Volvo S60 |
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