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Best Affordable Cars for the Family
November 12, 2015
If you're in the market for an affordable new vehicle for your family, then this article is for you!
US News & World Report's Best Cars Blog recently released a list of the seven most affordable family cars across a range of body styles – all with starting prices of less than $30,000. Vehicles on the list include the 2015 Kia Soul with a starting price of $15,190. The full list is below.
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7 Recommended Vehicles For Families
| Vehicle | Starting Price |
|---|---|
| 2015 Kia Soul | $15,190 |
| 2016 Mazda Mazda3 | $17,845 |
| 2015 Volkswagen Golf | $20,175 |
| 2015 Subaru Outback | Less than $25,000 |
| 2015 Chevrolet Impala | $27,095 |
| 2015 Honda Odyssey | $29,275 |
| 2015 Toyota Highlander | Less than $30,000 |
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