Best Cars for $15,000 or Under

Top Vehicles Under

$15,000

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Reliability      Fuel Consumption       Quality

#1. Honda Accord 2006 - Known for its V6 engine to be powerful and economical engines out there. For years now, the Accord is still being among the most reliable vehicles, especially during 2006. It has been the most trusted and reliable family car in the industry. Finding one with a clear title, low miles and decent price is rare, so don't pass it up. 

References: 

edmunds.com/honda/accord/2006/ 

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#2 Honda Fit 2011 - The biggest of small cars. Utilizing it's given space to the fullest, it drives snappy and quick, qualifying it for an extremely fun little car to drive. Not to mention the money you'll be saving at the pump. 

References: 

edmunds.com/honda/fit/2011/

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#3 Toyota Prius 2009 - Finding a lower priced AND lower miles Prius is a gem these days for these high demand cars. "Going Green" has never been so popular and that smile on your face as you drive past the gas station is priceless. According to J.D. Power 2011 testing, the Prius topped the Vehicle Dependability study beating out the Hyundai Elantra and Toyota Matrix. 

References:

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edmunds.com/toyota/prius/2009

#4 Honda CR-V 2005 - Awarded, again, for J.D. Power's Top Compact Crossover/SUV. The CR-V has been taking home this title for years and its obvious why. The CR-V is a sporty vehicle in the crossover world along with being one of the safest in its class. Honda's reliability has this vehicle ready to take on many miles to come for whoever can snag it first. 

References: 

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edmunds.com/honda/cr-v/2005/

#5 Nissan Sentra 2010 - Nissan's spacious, fuel efficient but often overlooked Sentra. The Sentra may not be one of the top cars and hybrids out there however the Sentra does compete in the areas of interior room, safety and gas mileage among higher competitors. Finding a Sentra with low miles that's been well maintained has a long life ahead. 

References:

edmunds.com/nissan/sentra/2010/

Safe and Inexspensive Parent Friendly Cars

Parent Friendly Cars

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Parents worry over the safety of their kids so it would only make sense to make a list of the safest cars out there. Reliability and quality would also be close behind on the list of must have attributes.
For this list we have searched across the web, taking into consideration information found from Consumer Reports, Edmunds, KBB and our own team for the best "Parentmobiles" out there.

For safety measures, we looked at Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) past favorites. To be one of the "favorites" the car had to pass crash tests with a "Good" average.

Costs for 5 year average is based on normal attributing factors: Insurance, fuel, tax and maintenance.

Who would appreciate the vehicles are based off of how much room, visibility, and ease of access for the little ones as they grow up.



Small Car             Price              Cost for 5 Years Est.                 MPG              For Who? 

Honda Fit           $15,000             $5,100                                         27/33          Small Kids-Teens
Honda Civic       $14,000             $5,950                                         26/34          Small Kids-Teens
Toyota Corolla   $14,000             $5,550                                         27/35          Small Kids-Teens

Family Car             Price              Cost for 5 Years Est.                 MPG              For Who? 

Honda Accord    $16,000             $6,500                                          21/31              Kids-Teens
Nissan Altima     $16,000             $6,700                                         33/33          Small Kids-Teens
Mazda6               $11,000             $6,950                                         24/31           Small Kids-Kids
Ford Fusion        $19,000             $7,350                                         17/24          Small Kids-Teens

SUV                       Price              Cost for 5 Years Est.                 MPG              For Who? 

Honda CRV        $17,000            $7,200                                         20/26            Small Kids-Kids
Mit.Outlander     $16,000            $7,700                                         17/24            Small Kids-Teens
Ford Flex            $29,000           $10,200                                        16/22            Small Kids-Kids
Kia Sorento        $16,000           $8,100                                           15/22                    Kids


These are all great options for about every parent out there. Minivans were not part of the list because, naturally, they are designed for above factors already. We simply wanted to show alternatives. Maybe a Father's Day gift is something the whole Family can enjoy!

All of Honda's Hottest

Honda's Hottest

Honda has satisfied their customers for years through a line of reliable quality vehicles. 

Hybrids, Family Sedans, a roomy Minivan, honorable SUV's and even a Ridgeline Truck has converted millions of loyal customers to the Honda name. 

As you read through reviews of Honda vehicles, you will notice a tendency that many swear by. Customers boast in the fact that only regular maintenance is needed for these perfect family cars to keep on running well past 200k miles. The safety of Honda vehicles is among the best in their class, another perk for families. Also, don't forget the nagging fuel consumption rate that the company is constantly improving as well. 

Honda Accord

The Honda Accord was first introduced in 1977 (right) and impressed many right away. Setting a standard for front wheel drive vehicles, quality build, and features. Decades later, these standards are no different.    

 Now days, the Honda Accord is a modern powerhouse (as far as family sedans go). Forbes has mentioned the Accord Coupe EX-L V6 as one of the fastest cars under $30,000 going from 0-60 mph in 6.3 seconds. With the previous models of 08'-12' the Accords power was improved, again, without loosing any fuel efficiency. Not to shabby there Honda, not to shabby.  

Being a sexy, dazzling, speed demon is not how the Accord made it to being one of the most well respected vehicles in the industry. It was by making the Accord easy to drive, safe, and a capitalizing on strong reliability. Now it has one of the highest resale values to date. 

Below are pictures of our Honda Accord 2010 

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Honda Civic

Behold the Honda Civic 2013 (left), one of the most popular compact cars ever sold in America since 1973. The Civic now has a wide range of models to choose from so you can find exactly what you are looking for. Environmental awareness, peak fuel efficiency, and constantly improving performance is what makes the Civic today. 

Our Honda Civic 2010

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Honda Odyssey

Odyssey of 2013 (right) has always been favored among the minivan world throughout its lifespan. The Odyssey is among the very top compared to every other minivan out there in all aspects. The amount of safety that this Odyssey provides is outstanding, proving a point in all safety tests. Once again, from the family vehicle view, it doesn't get any better for a family than the Honda Odyssey. 

Okay, I lied, it does get better. Honda has turned the family minivan into a power hungry best that will attack the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb later this month (learn more about it here). After some light tweaking, switching a few parts, and adding a Garrett GT34R turbo which  doubles the Odysseys hp to a total of 532 horses.  This should give the kids a memory to remember. Anything for the kids, right Dad? 

Honda Pilot & CR-V

Pilot: For the population that just couldn't settle with the thought of a turbo charged minivan, the Honda Pilot made an excellent alternative for many. Decent fuel consumption, easy to maneuver, more than adequate versatility and seating, it was sure to become a favorite for those anti-minivan folks. 

CR-V: Simply, the middle child between the Pilot and the Accord. Holding a car base design with the room of a small sized SUV. Commuting with a 4 cylinder engine, car like handling, lower pricing and adequate space, the CR-V was an instant hit in the automotive world. Years later, Honda still rakes in strong sales with this vehicle and customers are more than content. 

Our Honda Pilot

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Our Honda CR-V

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Other Honda Vehicles that deserve a look:

Ridgeline - http://www.edmunds.com/honda/ridgeline/

CR-Z - http://www.edmunds.com/honda/cr-z/

Element - http://www.edmunds.com/honda/element/

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Great Vehicles for Pet Lovers

PET LOVERS REJOICE

Nobody likes being cramped up or uncomfortable, not even your pets. Finding the right vehicle for yourself and for your pets can be a hard thing to do, but today we'll share a few brilliant vehicles that you and your furry friends will love. 

These vehicles have been found to be the most popular among the animal lovers. While they may not  be what your expecting, they do provide great options while not breaking the bank. 

1. Ford Mustang Convertible

Every dog loves to hold their face out the window and have the wind air-dry the slobber from their mouth at 60 mph. Dog heaven. It doesn't get much better than this for your loyal companion in a Mustang Convertible. Admit it, you love the feeling just as much as your four legged friend does. 

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2. Toyota Prius

This vehicle is the perfect blend of space for those smaller to medium sized pets and fuel economy. The Prius has a large amount of room considering its overall size. When you add up how much money you'll be saving from the gas station as well, Sparky may be getting a new tennis ball at the end of the day. 

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3. Ford Escape

Offering room for pets and the family, the Escape can do both. With 4 wheel drive handy, that family hike up the mountains with the pooch is no longer a hassle. Get the family, throw in some lunch and you have a day of fun ahead. 

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4. Honda CR-V

An animal lovers vehicle. With the CR-V's spacious interior, you can take all your canine friends in the neighborhood for a joy ride with the back seat down. With good mpg and 4 wheel drive, you're ready for anything. 

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5. Toyota Avalon

Time for a ride with comfort and luxury. No more chilly rides for you and your small friends with heated seats and quality materials. Great mpg follows you on the highway along with amazing comfort in the touring package, meaning those long road trips are no longer a struggle but a nice get-away.

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Best Price, Fuel Efficiency, Safety and Value Vehicles

BEST CARS FOR

SAFETY

VALUE

PRICE

MPG

With so many options to choose from and so many variables to consider, shopping for cars can be stressful. You want a vehicle that is safe, reliable, holds its value, gets great gas millage and all for an amazing price. Is that to much to ask? We don't think it is. So we put together a list of vehicles that will meet all your needs and wants. 

HYBRIDS:
Toyota Prius 2009   $14,995

If above all else, fuel efficiency is the main priority, the Toyota Prius is the way to go. Being the best in its class for mpg (Averaging 48 mpg), 5 Star safety rating, and low depreciation. With the Prius usually being packed with the latest technology, it's not to shabby for the techno-geeks as well.

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Honda Insight Hatchback 2010   $15,695
Loyal Honda fans will love the alternative to the Prius with the Insight. ACEEE (American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy. We recognize that's a mouthful) acknowledges the Insight for being one of the most environmentally responsible vehicles available. With reliability you can trust and low maintenance, this a valuable vehicle.

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SEDANS
Honda Civic 2010   $14,995
The Honda Civic has been a consumer favorite for decades, and for a very good reason. Small, versatile, and constantly improving in every aspect. The Civic is still mpg friendly with 25/35 city/highway, comfortable styling, built with quality materials and depreciation is almost nonexistent (might be a little stretch but it's humorously true).

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Hyundai Elantra 2008    $9,795
Competitive price, long warranty, responsive handling and a well built economy car is what describes the Elantra over numerous reviews. With the Hyundai quality and reliability on the rise for the past years, Hyundai is becoming a force to be reckoned with. For the price, it really is hard to beat.

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Stay tuned for a list of bigger vehicles in the upcoming week!