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7 Best New Cars Under $25,000
July 17, 2014
If you've been wanting to purchase a brand new car but are afraid it will be too expensive for your budget, I have good news for you -- there are a number of great cars out there that won't break the bank!
Bankrate.com recently released a list of what they consider the best new cars you can buy right now for less than $25,000. All of these picks were selected with not just price in mind, but also fuel economy, and safety features. On the list are the likes of the Chevrolet Cruze 1LT, Mazda3 i Grand Touring 5-door, Nissan Altima 2.5 S, and Ford Focus Sedan Titanium. See below for the full list.
And for even greater savings, make sure to use TrueCar No Haggle and CarsDirect for the best deal possible on any of these vehicles.
Vehicle | Price | City MPG | Hwy MPG |
---|---|---|---|
Toyota Corolla LE Plus | $18,700 | 29 | 38 |
Kia Forte EX Sedan | $19,500 | 25 | 36 |
Chevrolet Cruze 1LT | $19,910 | 26 | 38 |
Nissan Altima 2.5 S | $22,560 | 27 | 38 |
Ford Focus Sedan Titanium | $23,075 | 27 | 37 |
Mazda3 I Grand Touring 5-Door | $24,295 | 30 | 40 |
Volkswagen Jetta TDI | $24,725 | 30 | 42 |
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