What’s the best car options for me?
Posted by hiddenyorkie317@reddit | askcarguys | View on Reddit | 21 comments
For context I’m getting my first car. I’m 23 and just now getting my license because of my health but I’m finally getting into the car market. I want to get a used car just in case anything happens so I’m not sad about a brand new car. I heard the Toyota and Hondas are optimal BUT since they have such a high resell value it might not be the best option for me atm. I’m open to anything that can last me a few years. Cheap parts, and my insurance won’t be crazy high. (Considering I am a new driver I know it will be high but outside of that). I need something affordable and nothing older than 2017-2018. I don’t know anything about cars. Anything helps guys I’m kind of doing this on my own!
No-Specialist-5173@reddit
I got a 2016 Camry with 40k miles on it and that baby will last me at least the next 10+ years.
Camrys are cheaper than carollas Civics are cheaper than accords
They have a high resell value because they are a quality car that you will have minimal to no issues with. Your insurance rates will also be much lower for these cars than let’s say a ford or a jeep.
If you’re planning on only keeping it for the next 3-5 years a Hyundai sonata or Elantra is good. They’re cheaply made cars but good on gas.
hiddenyorkie317@reddit (OP)
See this is what I needed to hear! I love Camrys! But didn’t know if it was really worth the money. If I can have the car longer than 5 years I’m okay with that too! But u really just solidified what I was already thinking.
Is the Camry good on gas? Do u have any features on it that u like? And where did I get it from? Like a dealership or no?
I think that for me if I’m thinking of a dealership because CarMax has the same price for a brand new Camry and a used one whereas I can get an older one for cheaper .
No-Specialist-5173@reddit
I got mine from car max! I had to because it wasn’t only options, a few dealers further away had it maybe 2-3k cheaper but I was in a dire situation and needed a car quick.
I get gas from Costco or places like rotten Robbie.
I average between 30-35ish mpg freeway and roughly 25 mpg city.
I don’t have any like CarPlay or anything but I have Bluetooth and love that it has a backup camera! That would be my top feature lol .
I definitely reccomend it! My sister in law has the 2017 version of my car. I have the LE and she has the SE. LE is better on gas than SE (sports edition) she loves it as well!
hiddenyorkie317@reddit (OP)
Bluetooth sounds good too lol! I do not need anything fancy. Thank you for your experience and advice!! This is going to help me so much
No-Specialist-5173@reddit
Of course! Not a problem! (: hope you enjoy it if you get it!
Remarkable_Sink_9132@reddit
If your budget is $20-$25k you’ll have no problem finding a Toyota or Honda. I’d stick with Toyota, Honda, Mazda, or if you live in a very snowy area where you need AWD - Subaru. The safest, most reliable bet with the lowest cost of ownership will probably be a Toyota hybrid sedan or hatchback (Prius, Corolla, Camry)
hiddenyorkie317@reddit (OP)
I live in Texas lol. I’m thinking about going this route. It’s affordable and safe. I wouldn’t have to drive much and although I have the money I’m trying to be cost efficient.
Fun-Computer-1168@reddit
My fiesta never failed me and never had any major issues, although its much older than what your looking for so I casnt really vouch for the newer ones
hiddenyorkie317@reddit (OP)
I’m not opposed to an older car. I might have the money for a newer one but this is my first car so I’m not trying to get a super great car. I also don’t drive very far to work and I don’t travel much except to see my family occasionally and that’s a 45min drive. I’m just looking for suggestions because I am new to this
Correct_Cockroach818@reddit
Hahahaha!
Physical_Coat_787@reddit
Salut et félicitations pour le permis !
Pour toi (23 ans, première voiture, assurance jeune conducteur, pièces pas chères, 2017+, berline/compacte/SUV) :
Toyota Yaris (2017+) — fiabilité légendaire, pièces pas chères, assurance douce, parfaite pour débuter.
Dacia Sandero (2017+) — la moins chère à assurer et entretenir du marché, très fiable, idéale pour une première voiture.
Honda Jazz (2017+) — espace surprenant pour un chien, fiable, pièces abordables.
Mon conseil principal : la Dacia Sandero. Pour un jeune conducteur solo c'est la combinaison parfaite assurance + entretien + fiabilité.
Pour comparer les fiches techniques : auto-guide-francais.lovable.app
twotone-0@reddit
I would check out Subaru , an Outback or a crosstrek. Great crash test rating , cheap on insurance pretty decent reliability, great resale value. Great on gas . Vehicles aren’t too big or too small. Plenty of room if you have a family of three and still roomy for a dog or two
hiddenyorkie317@reddit (OP)
Okay! I was thinking this as well. Where do you think I should go to look?
twotone-0@reddit
Online using places like car gurus , auto trader . Your local Subaru dealer etc.
216LC@reddit
How long are you planning on keeping said car, and what’s your budget looking like?
hiddenyorkie317@reddit (OP)
At least the next 3-4 years. $25k budget could be $30k would prefer low mileage.
216LC@reddit
You could certainly afford a certified pre owned Honda or Toyota in that price range, and like you said, they hold their value well, so when you do plan on selling you’d get more out of it.
hiddenyorkie317@reddit (OP)
Would you say going to a dealership would be better or like an outside source like CarMax?
216LC@reddit
I’ve never done carmax so I couldn’t give a good recommendation either way. I would avoid used car lots and go look at an actual dealership if you’re going to finance it, and go somewhere in person.
SeparateAd6560@reddit
Crv/rav 4
Dismal-Industry-753@reddit
Get a mazda 5 or Subaru crosstrek