One good solution is to look at used cars, which can often be had for a fraction of the price of brand-new versions. We came up with 15 used cars we think are the best for the young car buyer on a budget.
To make our list, we concentrated on automobiles which are on the market right now for under $15,000. We looked for ones who are dependable, fun to drive, comfortable, attractive, economical, practical, and first and foremost, secure.
For safety, we checked the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) average front Door crash test ratings for the automobiles we selected.
Rates are based on present costs on Autotrader.com and reflect the lowest cost we think an adequate example may cost.
2012-Present Ford Focus
Starting price: $9,000 and up IIHS crash test evaluation: Great Why buy itSince its beginning in 1998, the Focus was a star performer for Ford. But for year, Ford's US and European branch sold distinct cars beneath the "Focus" name -- with the European version much better received. For 2012, the third generation Ford unified the version and finally gave the US Focus customers the European automobile they'd been waiting for. Power for Focus comes out of a 2.0 liter 160 horsepower inline four cylinder engine. Individuals searching for greater performance can opt for the critically acclaimed 252 hp Focus ST -- although even used cases of the model may be pricey.
1998-2004 Toyota Tacoma
Starting price: $5,900 and upward IIHS crash test rating: Acceptable Why buy it: Toyota's Tacoma pickup makes our list as the only representative of this pickup segment. The Tacoma offers rugged off-road capability along with Toyota's strong build quality. The truck's accessible four -and six-cylinder powerplants offer good functionality, but some might find them to be a bidding thirsty when it comes to fuel.
2006-Present Honda Fit
Starting price: $7,000 and up IIHS crash test rating: Good Why buy it: The Honda Fit was an unqualified success throughout the world for the automaker. The Fit provides fun, versatility, and reliability in a compact bundle. Even though the Fit was introduced in different parts of the world in 2001, the version didn't make it to the US until 2006. The earliest used examples of this car represent the tail end of the first generation model, which was replaced with another generation in 2009. Both generations of this Fit are powered by Honda's trusty 1.5-liter inline lookup engine generating 109 horsepower in the gen 1 version and 117 from the gen 2 cars.
2006-2015 Mazda MX5 Miata
Starting price: $12,500 and up IIHS crash test rating: N/A Why buy it: When the first 1990 Mazda Miata showed up on the spectacle, the sporty small roadster all but saved the segment from extinction. With the third generation (currently known as the MX-5), the 2006 Miata still gave its owners an enjoyable and thrilling push, but with all of the creature comforts expected in a modern sports car. Power for your MX-5 comes from a peppy 2.0-liter 170 horsepower inline four cylinder engine driving the rear wheels in traditional roadster fashion.
2001-present Honda Civic
Starting price: $5,000 and up IIHS crash test rating: Great Why buy itThe Honda Civic is bulletproof. If properly maintained, the vehicle can go for over 250,000 miles with no issues. As one of the most well-known cars in the world, spares are easy to find and fixes are comparatively affordable. Being popular means that there is large aftermarket support for your auto, so children can personalize a Civic to their liking for not much money. Also, the sporty and functional Si hatchback in the early 2000s is currently available for under $10,000. And because it was only available with a manual gearbox, it teaches a good lesson.
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