If you're buying a car with a teen driver in mind, safety is probably your top priority. Also, you may be looking for a vehicle that is affordable to insure. According to statistics, teens are the most likely to be involved in an auto collision. And because of this, they are typically expensive to insure.
So it makes sense that you want to keep your teen as safe as possible on the road with a car that's highly rated for safety. However, you also don't want to end up paying a fortune in insurance costs. Luckily, Mercury Insurance has published a list of new cars that should satisfy your needs.
All of the vehicles on Mercury's list have received a 5-Star Safety Rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). These cars are also affordable to insure.
The Safest and Most Affordable to Insure Cars
In order to come up with their list, Mercury Insurance analyzed 2016 model year vehicles. Next, they separated out the ones that received an NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating. These cars were then evaluated based on the Mercury price for full coverage insurance in California.
In their top-10 list, Mercury ranked the most affordable vehicles from the cheapest to insure to the most expensive. Here are the top three from the original list. It should also be noted that base models of each of these cars can be purchased new for $24,000 or less.
- Kia Sportage
The Sportage takes the top prize for being the most affordable to insure. It has also been praised for its sporty handling and high-quality interior, as well as Kia's long powertrain warranty.
EPA-estimated gas mileage with the base engine: 21/28 mpg, city/highway - Kia Soul
Kia's talented hamsters have a lot to sing about with the Soul. Test drivers have been impressed with its generous cargo room and passenger space. And you get tons of features for the price.
EPA-estimated gas mileage with the base engine: 24/30 mpg, city/highway - Hyundai Tucson
Standard features for the Tucson include a rearview camera and a hands-free liftgate. Reviewers also like its comfortable ride, poised handling and smooth powertrain.
EPA-estimated gas mileage with the base engine: 21/26 mpg, city/highway
If you're interested in purchasing any of these vehicles, be sure to check the web for exact pricing and availability in your area.
Also, less pricey used versions of these cars are worth considering if you're on a limited budget and/or dealing with credit issues.
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