10 Best Cars for Winter Weather
January 8, 2015
If you're in need of a better winter-weather vehicle, you'll want to check out the list Consumer Reports recently put together of deals currently available on the best used vehicles capable of handling snow, sleet, and ice with ease.
Savings of as much as 47% are possible off of the original MSRP on vehicles such as the 2011 Lincoln MKZ, 2011 Acura TL, 2011 Toyota Tundra, and 2011 Toyota RAV4.
For the best price possible, make sure to use TrueCar No Haggle, CarsDirect and
NADAGuides
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| Vehicle | Avg. Dealer Sales Price | MSRP When New | % Savings Off Original MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander SE AWD (4-cyl.) | $15,825 | $24,495 | 35% |
| 2011 Toyota Tundra 4WD Base, Regular Cab | $18,275 | $29,130 | 37% |
| 2012 Ford Fusion SEL AWD V6 | $18,300 | $28,760 | 36% |
| 2011 Toyota RAV4 AWD V6 Base | $18,400 | $25,460 | 28% |
| 2011 Lincoln MKZ Base AWD | $19,325 | $36,220 | 47% |
| 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour EX-L AWD | $19,625 | $34,140 | 43% |
| 2011 Honda Pilot LX AWD | $20,525 | $29,645 | 31% |
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz C300 AWD Luxury | $22,500 | $37,910 | 41% |
| 2011 Acura TL SH-AWD (w/ Tech Package) | $25,700 | $42,858 | 40% |
| 2011 Acura MDX AWD Advance | $32,700 | $52,205 | 37% |
My Recommendation for Car Shoppers
TrueCar No-Haggle, CarsDirect, and NADAGuides 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.- Gregg Fidan
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