Looking for a used car? Smart decision: Buying a used vehicle is almost always a better value than buying something new.
But you need to do your homework before deciding on make and model. Some used cars are a better deal than others, as a recent analysis from iSeeCars clearly shows.
The website ranks 10-year-old vehicles based on the average price per 1,000 miles of expected remaining life to determine the best used car for your money.
The following are the best bets if you are planning to shop for a vehicle soon.
10. Toyota Camry Hybrid
Price per 1,000 miles of remaining life for 10 year old model:$123
The Toyota Camry Hybrid of this era is known for its fuel economy and attractive interior. However, it has a small trunk.
9. Avoiding Large Caravans
Price per 1,000 miles of remaining life for 10 year old model:$120
The Dodge Grand Caravan can carry up to seven passengers. It features Dodge’s Stow ‘n Go, which lets you minimize the second and third rows to create a level cargo floor. Even so, acceleration and handling are nothing special in this vehicle.
8. Fusion Ford
Price per 1,000 miles of remaining life for 10 year old model:$119
This era’s Ford Fusion had plenty of room for trunk and had good gas mileage. However, some people criticized the center control for being too crowded.
7. Honda Accords
Price per 1,000 miles of remaining life for 10 year old model:$118
The 10 year old Honda Accord has been praised for its spacious cabin and excellent visibility. Road noise is a problem for some people.
6. HondaFit
Price per 1,000 miles of remaining life for 10 year old model:$112
This era’s Honda Fit had spacious rear seats and ample cargo space. But it’s not as fuel efficient as you’d expect.
5. Toyota Avalon
Price per 1,000 miles of remaining life for 10 year old model:$111
The decade-old Toyota Avalon offers a comfortable ride and is fuel efficient. However, if you’re looking for great handling, you might want to check out other options.
4. Kia Sedona
Price per 1,000 miles of remaining life for 10 year old model:$110
The Kia Sedona won’t blow your mind with its looks, but it’s known for its safety rating.
3. Honda Civic (coupe)
Price per 1,000 miles of remaining life for 10 year old model:$108
This era’s Honda Civic offered great fuel economy, but some say a redesign done a decade ago made the car’s ride uneven.
2. Toyota Prius
Price per 1,000 miles of remaining life for 10 year old model:$107
The Toyota Prius from this period received high safety ratings and was praised for its comfortable ride. But you’ll hear a lot of road noise, and the interior materials fail to impress.
1. Chevrolet Impala
Price per 1,000 miles of remaining life for 10 year old model: $87
Chevrolet Impala from this period scored highly for its interior space and fuel economy. But cars have a big blind spot and you will hear the wind on the road.
