Best Buys On Used Economy Cars

You love the idea of great fuel economy but hate the idea of the cramped quarters economy cars so often provide. You’re a smart shopping looking for used cars where the depreciation is already gone but you’re not sure which used economy cars provide the most comfort combined with the best fuel economy in its class. Well read on! We’ll help!

The 2001 Nissan Sentra matches the Ford Focus when it comes to comfort and fuel economy but it beats the Focus had down when it comes to build. The Sentra is a well built, well designed economy car, with plenty of leg room, 8 way adjustable drivers seat, rear defroster, tilt steering, and a quick shift 5 speed manual transmission. It’s got amazing suspension for an economy car and you’ll love zipping along those twisting turning roads in this one. The only thing economy about the 2001 Nissan Sentra is the fuel economy and the price!

The Honda Civic from 1998 through to 2003 is also a great choice in used. For many years the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla have stood neck and neck in the economy class and although both are good choices the Civic offers up some features that the Corolla doesn’t. The Civic feels a lot sportier to drive and in 1999 & 2000 it saw the 160 HP inline 4 so it’s very peppy to drive. It handles nicely and feels like a sporty little economy car to drive. Fuel economy is awesome although the price can be a little more than economical. Overall it’s been a very popular car so it will hold its value nicely.

If you’re looking for a midsize economy car the Toyota Camry from 1998 to 2003 comes up nice. It provides a nice quiet ride and its reliability record is amazing! It might not provide quite as sporty a ride as the Honda Accord its main rival but for the price it’s a much higher end build providing comfort far beyond what’s normally offered in an economy car. Fuel economy is average for the size but then when you move into the mid size range you can’t expect miracles. The Toyota Camry is a nice ride and a nice buy in the used car market.

If you’re looking for a big car in the economy class then consider the late 1990s to early 2000s Mercury Grand Marquis or Ford Crown Victoria. For a large car the fuel efficiency is not too bad coming in around 25mpg on the highway. This car is virtually indestructible built to go the distance again and again and it offers all the comfort of a full size car with plenty of luggage and passenger room. It’s also got a reputation for low maintenance making it a very economical full size car.

Luxury cars in the economy class are a little bit more difficult to find but the Lexus ES 300 from 1998 is probably one of the best bets around. It’s roomy, quiet, and it’s got a nice finished exterior and interior. It’s been proven as a reliable stress free vehicle and in the luxury class it’s the most economical buy.

If you’ve just got to buy a sporty car but you still want economy then look no further as the Mazda Miata is the perfect buy and any year will do. It’s a dream to drive with very responsive steering, a peppy engine, and a short shift manual transmission. Zoom zoom zoom! There’s nothing else in the sports class that can even come close in fuel economy, reliability, accessories, and cost to buy. Here you’ll get great bang for your buck!

If you’re in the market for an economy SUV then be sure to check out the Honda CR-V from 1998 forward. It’s got a huge amount of cargo space and there’s no terrain that this rugged SUV can’t handle. And what’s really great is the CR-V offers much better fuel economy than other SUVs. It’s got the traditional reliability that Honda is known for and it’s got everything you need. It’s just not as fancy as some of the higher end SUVs but when it comes to economy in the SUV class the Honda CR-V wins hands down!

There are some excellent economy cars on the market. Do your research online and find the one that best meets your personal needs. There’s some great buys out there!


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