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Cool Crossovers with a Cheap Price Tag

August 30, 2011

MSN.com composed a list of the top crossovers that are not only stylish but also economical. Nissan JUKE This is Nissan’s second crossover, priced between $19,570 and $25,000, the JUKE is fun, and original turbocharged, direct-injected 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine gives peppy power and offers 27 mpg city/32 mpg highway mileage ratings. Range Rover Evoque Range [...]

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Family Cars Under $30k

August 29, 2011

MSN.com put together a list of the top family vehicles that don’t break the bank. 2011 Honda CR-V = Base price: $21,695 2011 Hyundai Sonata = Base price: $19,195 2010 Mazda Mazda5 = Base price: $18,510 2011 Toyota Sienna = Base price: $24,460 2011 Subaru Outback = Base price: $23,195 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid = Base price: $28,240 2011 Kia [...]

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The Safest Cars in America

August 26, 2011

MSN.com composed a list of the safest cars in America. See if your car makes the list: Subcompact Car: Ford Fiesta Small Car: Honda Civic Small SUV: Subaru Forester Family Sedan: Hyundai Sonata Midsize Crossover: Volvo XC60 Large Car: Buick LaCrosse Luxury Car: BMW 5-Series Minivan: Toyota Sienna Sport-Utility Vehicle: Jeep Grand Cherokee Station Wagon: [...]

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Top Cars for Young Drivers

August 23, 2011

MSN.com recently reported on the top car for first time drivers. Here are their thoughts, what are yours? 2009 HONDA CIVIC Dealer price: $17,863 Service costs (5-year): $5,777 MPG (city/hwy): 26/34 2011 KIA SOUL Sticker price: $16,190 + Service costs (5-year): $3,568 MPG (city/hwy): 26/31 2011 HYUNDAI SONATA Sticker price: $21,145 Service costs (5-year): $4,152 [...]

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College Cars

August 22, 2011

MSN.com compiled a list of the top college cars for selected universities. Here is there recommendations: For the University of Oregon, the Toyota FJ Cruiser is recommended for its stylish after-school adventuring to allow for easy storage for hiking boots, bikes, etc. For the UCLA student Lexus RX 450h, appearances are everything. This sharp looking, luxury [...]

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2011 Safe Cars

July 18, 2011

Forbes compiled this list by examining the vehicles chosen by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety as “Top Safety Picks.” The safest cars had available electronic stability control, which IIHS reports significantly reduces risk in a crash. Chevrolet Cruze, Segment: Small Sedan, MSRP: $16,275 Subaru Legacy, Segment: Mid-size Sedan, MSRP: $19,995 Subaru Outback, Segment: Mid-size Sedan, MSRP: $23,195 Buick LaCrosse, Segment: Large [...]

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Most Fuel Efficient Cars

June 29, 2011

Consumer Reports magazine recently conducted its own independent testing to assess the 2011 model vehicles on the market. Consumer Reports named both the best and worst cars for fuel economy in six different categories. Here is what they found: Subcompact Car Best: Honda Fit – 30 mpg Worst: Chevrolet Aveo LT – 25 mpg Small Wagons and [...]

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Fast and Cheap Cars

May 11, 2011

Forbes.com created a list of the fastest cars for under $30k. 1. Ford Mustang GT Engine: 5.0L V8 Transmission: 6-speed manual Zero-to-60 mph: 4.8 seconds Price: $29,145 2. Subaru Impreza WRX Engine: 2.5L H4 turbo Transmission: 5-speed manual Zero-to-60 mph: 5.2 seconds Price: $25,495 3. Ford Mustang Coupe Engine: 3.7L V6 Transmission: 6-speed manual Zero-to-60 [...]

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