I really want a sports car, but after reading a lot of these post I was quickly humbled and realized that getting a RWD “cool looking over safe and reliable” sports car for my first is a silly idea, according to a lot of people on this sub. And plus, I can get a nice looking sports car after I get my first (if thats even stl my choice) and learn how to adapt to drivers around me and the cars im driving aswell.
Anywho, I don’t know my actual budget 5-10k? Probably around 8k, im wanting to pay for most of it with cash upfront, so i want to find something cheap. It all depends when i start working. (havent actually started yet but I’m so excited about getting a car and driving I’m already saving, plus saving is good practice since my responsibility with money isnt the best…) plus, i have like 2-3 years to save.
anyway - updating my preferences: easy to drive/adjust to can handle snowy/rainy weather well (I know you can get tires for that, but I’m sure that some cars can handle it a lot better than others) reliable and wont guzzle gas, easy handling
i think this is a lot better than my last list, which was literally just “rwd, sports car, speedy, etc blah blah”
anyways, does this match up to any cars that would also be good for firsts?
Edit: I’m aware that cars can change a lot in those 2-3 years, just trying to keep some suggestions in mind :)
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What's the best first car for teens?
According to IIHS-HLDI's ratings report on safe vehicles for teens, which also combines safety and reliability data from Consumer Reports and NHSTA, the best cars for teens include the Mazda 3 (2014–20, 2023), Toyota Prius (2014–2017), Subaru Outback (2015–18, 2022–23), Honda HR-V (2017 or newer), and Subaru Forester (2018 or newer). Keep in mind that buying a car for a teenager often comes down to finding a vehicle with the safety features they need at a price and insurance rate you can afford.
What is the best cheap car for a teenager?
This is a relatively easy question to answer, because the Dacia Sandero is one of the cheapest cars you can buy – and you get a lot of car for the money. The entry-level model comes with remote central locking, air con and Bluetooth, but if you spend a little more and get one of the better-specced versions, there’s an infotainment system with a neat touchscreen. It’s also cheap to insure and economical, if you choose the 1.0-litre petrol engine.
What is the safest car for a teenager?
The best way to find the safest car for a new driver is to look at the ratings handed out by Euro NCAP, which is responsible for testing cars that go on sale to the public. A five-star rating is best, offering the most protection in the event of a collision.
From our list, the models with the best safety ratings are the Skoda Fabia and Volkswagen Polo, both of which have a five-star rating.