Best Used Cars for College Students

It happens the same time every year.  Your summer was full of graduation parties, bbqs, pats on the back and more advice than you ever thought imaginable.  So here you are ready to head to college, but one thing missing: a vehicle to get you there.

You need something inexpensive but not cheap.  A car that will be reliable to get you through visits home in the winter but it also has to be good with fuel economy because you’re not racking in the money while studying your …ahem, studying hard.  So before you go looking for used cars in Albany NY, check the list out below.  

Here are some of the best cars and SUV’s that qualify under these standards.  Without breaking the bank you should be able to afford one of these for under $15,000.  And if not, there will always be someone on your floor who has a car.  My advice: find that person and make friends immediately.  

2012 Chevy Equinox

The 2012 Chevy Equinox is going to provide the most bang for your buck in quality, value and looks.  As an SUV, the Equinox has enough room to pack you up, fit all your cargo and get you to and from the many trips you are about to take (and I don’t necessarily mean home).  As a midsize SUV it gets an impressive 32 combined mpgs. Meeting top safety standards, the 2012 Equinox earned 5 stars from National Ratings and top picked from the IIHS.  Bluetooth connectivity means handsfree assistance.

2013 Volkswagen Jetta

Even though this isn’t an SUV, Jetta’s come with a surprising about of room in them which is perfect for storing laundry or random friends you’ve just met.  Incredibly reliable powertrains, you can choose from a 4 or 5 cylinder with up to 150 horsepower.  Excellent safety ratings from both the NHTSA and IIHS, the Jetta is packed with the best safety features for that model year.  

2011 Hyundai Elantra

When Hyundai made their return they made safety a priority and along with reliability and excellent gas mileage, the Elantra is a great choice for college bound students.  Nothing on this car is expensive to fix.  Its safety ratings are good and it comes up to date with technology features like bluetooth connectivity and XM radio.  Unless you do something seriously wrong to this car, it will take you a lot of places.

2010 Ford Edge

As another crossover on the list, it is important to remember that while getting to the slopes is important, fuel economy is as well.  The Ford offers both the safe ride in the winter along with great gas mileage.  Undeniable safety features, this V6 bolsters enough power to get you anywhere you need to be and safely.