Car Recommendation? Safety, fuel efficiency for under $22K? (details)?

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Thank you for your suggestions- I'm looking to trade in my gas guzzling SUV for something fuel efficient.  Safety rating is also important, because we plan to give this car to our daughter in about 3 years.  The SUV is paid off and worth about $14,000.  I'd love to find something that could be a one-for-one swap, but that might not be possible.  I would prefer new to used, but am willing to consider used if the fuel and safety ratings are high enough.  I am not partial to any particular maker, and I've already ruled out the hybrids- each one for different reasons.

This car will be used first for a cross-country trip, and after that, will put 10 hours of highway miles per *week*.  Fuel efficiency and safety are very important!

Any suggestions for me to go look at?  Thank you!

denfasr · Accepted Answer

Try this - Hyundai  Elanta -- how about a 10 year 150,000 mile warranty.  They say mpg is 28 to 36 but we get 37 mpg combined driving.  warranty is 10 year 100,000 miles but if you have the vehicle serviced at the Hyundai it goes up to 150,000 miles.  You also get 5 year unlimited mile 24 hour road side assistance,. i.e. flat tire repair, towing, door lock out, out of gas etc.  they hand wash the vehicle every time it is serviced or we just drop in for a visit.  well equipped, good riding and plenty of room, all for under $16,000.00.  You will be glad and happy with the vehicle.

mundell · Answer

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Anonymous · Answer

Honda Civic

michael_oxgood · Answer

look at a Ford Fusion.  incredible car for the money, under 22k easy.  

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Car Recommendation? Safety, fuel efficiency for under $22K? (details)?

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