With the recent turn of events, stocks plummeting, and the country's credit rating going down, Americans have to more or less have to brace ourselves for another recession, even if we are just recovering from the recent one. We don't want a repeat of that happening, so a tip that we dispense to everyone is to cut back when you can. This includes everyday expenses on groceries, education, car insurance, and fuel consumption. We would advise on holding back on the big expenses too, such as homes and new cars, unless they are really a necessity.
In your own home, if you find that repairing the old car is costing you more than getting a new one, then we say now is the time to bite the bullet! However, we do not recommend you buying the first car that you see, or buying a luxury car! Not in these times! The smartest thing you can do for yourself and your family is to invest in a car that will give you the best gas mileage and savings in fuel. Not sure where to go for that? Then, allow us to help you out! Here are our picks for the top 3 picks of cars of 2012 that will really save you a lot in terms if fuel consumption!
1. The Toyota Prius- With starting prices at about 23,000 USD, the Toyota Prius is great for anyone looking to cut back. The Prius' reputation precedes it, with many eco lovers gushing about how good this car is for our environment. The Prius has a 1.8 liter, 4 cylinder engine and can go 0 to 60 miles in 9.5 seconds. This car is the sedan type, so it can easily seat a family of 5.
2. Honda Civic Hybrid- Don't expect the other brands to be left behind. With the popularity of the Prius, it is no surprise that Honda has come up with their own version of the Hybrid. The Honda Hybrid is priced about the same as the Prius and has a 1.3 liter, 4 cylinder engine as well. The Hybrid is great because it allows for a lot more room as well as cargo space than your average sedan. Again, this car can seat a group for 5 comfortably, and is ideal for families.
3. Lexus CT 200H- Now, we mentioned that we weren't going to be featuring any luxurious cars, but this Lexus is definitely as close as we're going to come, and only because of it's awesome fuel saving features. The Lexus CT 200H starts out at about $29,000 in price and comes with a 1.8 liter, 4 cylinder engine that can do a 0-60 mph in about 9.8 seconds. The Lexus meets the demand of the consumer who wants fuel efficiency, yet still yearns for that luxurious feel. That consumer will definitely be happy with this model's plush interiors and sleek design.
These are the top 3 models that we highly recommend. Whatever car you decide on, you can count on some fuel savings, which is always a good thing. A couple more tips before we leave you to your decision- Always remember to drive carefully and invest in good auto insurance.
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Sam Briones writes for SafeAuto, covering an array of topics from finding cheap auto insurance to safety tips.
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