fuel efficient cars

[Ragga_Wh0re]

what are some good ones?I dont care if its domestic i just need something that isnt over 19k and wont cost me a shit load of money for fuel. I test drove a yaris the other day and hated it,it felt like a box on wheels.

anyone own any vibes or aveos or hyundais???

[Pussy*Kat]

Ford Focus (try and ignore the fact I drive a Ford).

I own an 02 ZX5 and I love her (aside from a few problems I have had). She gets 450 Km to the tank city driving, 600 Km Highway and only costs 55-60.00 to fill up (depending on gas prices).

I didnt like the Yaris either, test drove one with my mom and they were really loud. As for the Vibe they dont get as good milage as the Focus I found.

Another one I find good on gas is the Civic. My girlfriend drives one and gets around the same milage that I do. So far thats the only car I have found comparable.

[ebbomega]

Civic sedans start at about 17k. 2-door coupes are around the same price but you'll probably get dinged on insurance that way.

Edit: to followup on Kat's point, Civics have been a long-standing reliable and efficient car. Personally I'd go for that before anything else.

[Pussy*Kat]

In terms of insurance - 2 doors/sunroof/spoilers are viewed as sports cars = high insurance rates
4 doors are considered family cars so you get kinda a break on them.

I failed miserably by having 4 doors and a sun roof, which apperiantly overrides family car status.

[Ragga_Wh0re]

my sister is an estimator and told me to stay the fuck away from fords. I was thinking civic, but i had my heart set on a yaris until i drove one.I was thinking hyundai accent cuz theyre cute and good on fuel. I threw around the idea of a mazda 3 but theyre a bit more expensive and the interest rates arent that great either.

My dads trying to sell me on the aveo and im going to test drive one this weekend.

[Pussy*Kat]

So if you already have your heart set on a few things why are you asking?

^ she wants everyone to know she can finally afford her first car.

ps - civic all the way. in fact buy mine. $16k. low mileage, 5 speed, 4 door 2006, all services done at honda.

[ppcock]

Avana will personall snip the brake.. i mean service.

[Ragga_Wh0re]

Originally Posted by Pussy*Kat

So if you already have your heart set on a few things why are you asking?

I had my heart set on one car which i ended up hating.

To get info on cars that arent the usual suspects ie honda or toyota and domestics.Ive read online reviews but getting unbiased opinions from ppl is also rad.

[Ragga_Wh0re]

Originally Posted by Avana

^ she wants everyone to know she can finally afford her first car.

ps - civic all the way. in fact buy mine. $16k. low mileage, 5 speed, 4 door 2006, all services done at honda.

i dont do standard.

[ebbomega]

Honestly I don't see why you'd avoid the major players. They're major players for a reason. Usually cheap knockoffs are just that - cheap. Meaning you're going to spend much much more in maintenance over the next few years than you would've just by shelling out the extra 1k for a quality car in the first place.

Originally Posted by Ragga_Wh0re

I had my heart set on one car which i ended up hating.

To get info on cars that arent the usual suspects ie honda or toyota and domestics.Ive read online reviews but getting unbiased opinions from ppl is also rad.

the ford focus has had several recalls.
so has hyundai.
i think toyotas are ugly but fantastic cars.
hondas are the most reliable.
subaru is a great car but $10k out of your price range.
mazda is also a good car but out of your price range.
domestics are crap.
vw is the best for fuel efficiency and coming down in price if you can afford to wait.

[Pussy*Kat]

^ Poor Ford Focus :(

[ebbomega]

Originally Posted by Avana

vw is the best for fuel efficiency and coming down in price if you can afford to wait.

Why did I forget about VW's? They're the ultimate in economy vehicle. Jettas start at 17k, Golfs at 15k.

[miss.myra]

toyota corolla or camry

Vw's are amazing cars but repairs are VERY expensive :/

[stephen_c]

no contest

honda fit

the list

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after the fit, another value buy is the vw city golf.
it's a reliable tried and true older model.

city golf - $15,300K + pdi & taxes

5yr/100K powertrain, 4yr/80k vehicle, 4yr roadside.

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[wtf_wtf]

golfs = expensive parts

[ebbomega]

Originally Posted by miss.myra

Vw's are amazing cars but repairs are VERY expensive :/

Alright, this is entirely anecdotally based but...

As far as I understand it's a matter of cost vs. frequency of maintenance, no? As in, yes the parts cost more but you'll need to replace them less often due to wear & tear.

Keep in mind, of course, that doesn't take into account accidental damage. If you're an error-prone driver that may be something to take into consideration.

(Anybody with experience otherwise please feel free to refute me)

[GSG9]

Originally Posted by Pussy*Kat

Ford Focus (try and ignore the fact I drive a Ford).

yea you may drive a ford... but at least its a focus... the only socially acceptable ford...

[ebbomega]

Originally Posted by Pussy*Kat

(try and ignore the fact I drive a Ford).

VE JUST DROPPED IT LIKE IT'S HOOOOOT

[stephen_c]

Originally Posted by GSG9

yea you may drive a ford... but at least its a focus... the only socially acceptable ford...

euro versions yes.
n.a versions = budget rent a car

[bebu*funfun]

i have a nissan versa and its great on gas and drives amazingly. The interior looks much nicer than a yaris/honda fit.

[mikey]

corolla for the price range your after.

[GSG9]

Originally Posted by stephen_c

euro versions yes.
n.a versions = budget rent a car

true enough. but im sure she doesnt know the difference between a wrc and an st anyways.

[GSG9]

Originally Posted by ebbomega

VE JUST DROPPED IT LIKE IT'S HOOOOOT
YouTube - VW/Un-Pimped Focus

i hate most VWs,(ok thats a lie, i only hate vw drivers...)
but i fucking adore gtis.