Why we picked it: The current generation of the Mazda6 launched in and was refreshed in All-new models are still on in its current form and it continues to be one of the best midsize sedans on the market. The 6 prioritizes curb appeal and driving dynamics but is as practical as a Camry. Power comes from the same 2. Like that car, Touring and Grand Touring models came with blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alerts from the start, and all models got them by the end of Reliability scores lag the Camry and Accord, but the 6 is still a quality choice.
Why we picked it: The Prius dominates the Lyft lane at the airport because it blends roomy practicality with almost unbeatable low costs of operation. Solid durability and all-star fuel economy are baked into the package even if driving fun is not. Many have been pushed into gig driving service, but these years cover examples of both the third and fourth to present generation models. It was redesigned in and was better looking and dynamically superior to the previous-generation Impala.
It also repeatedly drew accolades from typically harsh critics like Consumer Reports. The sleek styling is matched with a contemporary and roomy cabin as well as a relatively modern infotainment system. Its large body incorporates an Power comes from a pair of four-cylinder engines, a horsepower 2. Why we picked it: The seventh-generation Camry, introduced in , offered a design overhaul and overall improvements, including more interior room and superior fuel economy got better in almost all models.
It also earned slightly higher marks for reliability than the sixth-generation version, though both are very high quality cars. There are four-cylinder, V6 and Hybrid models returning up to 28, 25 and 40 mpg, respectively. The driving experience is bland, but for transportation the Camry is hard to beat. A 7-inch infotainment screen and low-speed automatic emergency braking come standard. Why we picked it: All generations of the ES rate very highly as used vehicles , with excellent reliability records and a slate of JD Power awards.
In these years the ES came as the V6 ES , with plenty of oomph, or the frugal four-cylinder ES h Hybrid, which was slower but could return up to 40 mpg combined.
As on the Camry, blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alerts were available, but some cars also have lane departure warnings or adaptive cruise control. As with earlier ES models, the driving experience is quiet and refined but not very exciting. Unlike Camaros of old, the reborn design put as much of an emphasis on handling finesse as it did raw power, resulting in a car that was as fun to drive on twisty roads as drag strips, and still is.
Unlike the underpowered V6 Camaros of the s and s, the new twin-cam 3. The stylish Camaro is lots of fun and boasts a good reliability record too, but its interior is a well of cheap gray plastics.
Why we picked it: The seventh-generation Golf, like its predecessors, is a no-nonsense practical compact hatchback served with a healthy helping of driving fun. Production of this generation of Golf only just ended and you can still buy new examples, but these earlier years featured more variety, as the Golf was offered as a three- and five-door hatchback as well as a four-door station wagon, and as the fully-electric e-Golf.
Our review can shed some light on what the Golf is like to drive and live with, and most versions came with a 1. The e-Golf is just as practical, offered only as a five-door hatch, and offers both good reliability and performance, but has a range of just 83 miles.
A variety of active safety features were optional, though they may raise the price on used units. Affordable and practical, this Soul is a small machine, just inches long, but packs in SUV room: even tall folks can sit comfortably in back and there are Base models feel basic and make due with a horsepower 1.
Fancier versions get better infotainment systems, cool wheels and a horsepower 2. Kia also offered an EV Soul in these years, which is a practical choice and often better equipped than the gas-powered Soul, though range is limited to 93 miles. Far more modern inside and out, this Corolla featured a modern infotainment system with a 6. A long options list means equipment varies by model, but all Corollas are high-quality machines.
Power derives from a pair of 1. Though it falls short of the reliability of the Avalon or the size and speed of the Impala, the Azera gets high marks for reliability and owner satisfaction. Earlier Azeras were both dull to drive and look at, but the second-generation model is much more visually appealing. This generation also came with a standard 7-inch touchscreen with navigation later enlarged to 8 inches with more functions and from standard blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alerts, with more safety features optional.
Why we picked it: When the midsize Accord sedan and coupe were redesigned for into their ninth generation, they brought back some of the sportiness of earlier Accords while adding lots of new technology. From the start these Accords came standard with an 8-inch infotainment screen and had optional safety features that included forward automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring and, on the highest-spec models, adaptive cruise control. In , the Accord got standard Apple CarPlay.
The sporty handling makes for an engaging drive, backed by a or horsepower 2. Why we picked it: Ford gave the circa Mustang design a major refresh in , with updated interior and exterior styling, and then added a powerful new V6 engine in Fun to drive and practical, the Mustang is an excellent entry-level enthusiast car that can double as a commuter and has a solid reliability record.
Why we picked it: Branching off from the global design, this generation of the Passat was designed specifically for North American buyers, who favor lots of interior room and a smooth ride.
Most Passats are powered by the horsepower 1. Ownership costs are a little higher than on the Camry or Accord, but Passat owners give it high marks for value. Why we picked it: The Outdoorsy Outback has been providing owners with all-wheel drive fun since , and offers genuine go-anywhere capability and SUV-like room for people and cargo. These years cover the tail end of the fourth-generation and early fifth-generation Outbacks, which have higher reliability ratings than some older models.
Both get top marks for safety and are broadly similar in look and feel, but and newer models have more active-safety features that are part of the then-optional Subaru EyeSight safety suite. These newer models also have nicer infotainment controls and more connected features. Six-cylinder models are out of this price range and even later four-cylinder models can be pricey. The base 2. The ILX originally came with three four-cylinder engine choices, a 2. But don't sweat it if they do; there's a tool for every job.
No one makes compact pickup trucks anymore. For a cheap workhorse you can park in the city, the last-gen Ford Ranger is a great buy. Other wee pickups from this era, like the Toyota Tacoma, are more prone to frame rust. The Ranger is basic and frugal. It doesn't need running boards or tailgate steps because it's not seven feet tall. It is available in single or extended cab, with an inline-four or big-bore V-6, automatic or manual transmission.
This is how pickup trucks were for almost a century, before every guy had to drive Bigfoot. Take care with the brakes on earlier Ranger models; they're either rear-only ABS or missing it entirely.
Bonus if you can find a yellow Ranger Splash with the decals intact. Actually, there are many: smooth-revving engines, deft handling, accurate steering, roomy interiors, and steadfast reliability.
The Accord has always been an overachieving driver's car sold to commuters who might never explore its fun side. The seventh-gen Accord won a comparison test in its first model year, and unlike the Saturn L and Dodge Stratus, there are plenty still on the road. The EX coupe brought a new hp V-6 and six-speed manual transmission, while the regular inline-four models introduced i-VTEC with cam phasing.
Honda also experimented with a V-6 hybrid from to that was fast but unpopular. Understandably, this suggestion could contradict everything we said in the last slide, but hear us out. The Honda Insight was built for range, and part of that fight was keeping the weight off.
So something like percent of it was made of aluminum. You won't see a rusty Insight because that's not what aluminum does. Ask science. The original American hybrid is still one of the most efficient today, with an EPA highway rating of 61 mpg. Although it offered more than miles of range on a single tank, the Insight wasn't offered with cruise control.
It's a great choice for people who don't want to spend a bunch of money at the dealership, the gas station, or the parts store. Nissan never sold a four-door ZX, but the Infiniti J30 is pretty close. It used the same hp 3.
We recommend picking up the Infiniti J30T. The Touring model was equipped with a subtle trunk spoiler and aluminum BBS-mesh wheels. Its Bose stereo had great OE sound, and the heated leather front seats added opulent comfort to its snug interior. Make sure to test every power window switch and door handle, as those are somewhat common problems among the J models. It's a dream of mine to own an M car. Note its slick inch, spoke wheels and leather-lined interior complete with heated and cooled seats.
I'd look past its hopelessly outdated infotainment system. Calm down. For a four-wheel-drive rig to endure hard weather or hard recreation, you need the "disposable hero" XJ-series Jeep Cherokee built from to Examples with the legendary high-output 4. The Cherokee's a hero because with proper maintenance—notably preventive measures to address potential oil-leak and cooling issues as well as rust— it will outlast your children and go anywhere while doing it.
And a gigantic aftermarket means you can turn any Cherokee you buy into the Cherokee you dream of. Aimed directly at the Germans, the LS changed the luxury-sedan world. While the styling was pulled from the European playbook, it has aged well. In today's world of SUVs, however, the Lexus looks low and small. As long as the timing belt is changed, and the starter doesn't fail—it's buried in the heart of the engine—the LS should soldier without fuss for years.
It's that reliability, that start-every-time, no-fuss, easy-to-maintain dependability that made the LS and the Lexus brand. Maybe the Mazda Miata is too small for your needs, but if it isn't, it's perfect. The NB2 chassis, made from to , is the most desirable because it carried improved projector headlights, additional chassis support, and an engine with higher compression and variable valve timing. It's light and fun to drive, the parts are cheap, and it has a number of aluminum bits to defend itself against a rusty death.
It might be the cheapest way to maximize an entertaining track day. When the W S-class arrived at the end of as a model, it was a bit of a shock.
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