Find the Best Cars for the Money: 6 Great Models to Buy Pre-Owned

Shopping for a used vehicle can be challenging, especially when you’re trying to find the best cars for the money. These six great car models make excellent pre-owned vehicles for Tyler, TX drivers because they continue to be reliable for many years after they’re first sold.

Find the Best Cars for the Money: 6 Great Models for Tyler, TX Drivers to Buy Pre-Owned

2010-2014 Toyota Corolla

In the subcompact sedan category, you won’t find a better commuter option than a Toyota Corolla that was manufactured between 2010 and 2014. They get great gas mileage (up to 32 miles per gallon), and if you opt for a 2014 model, it will be a little larger than in previous years, making it a more comfortable ride. If your budget is around $10,000, a Toyota Corolla is an extremely dependable car at a super price.

2011-2012 Mazda Miata MX-5

Buying a sports car for under $10,000 may sound impossible, but the Mazda Miata MX-5 proves that good things can come in small (and reasonably-priced) packages. The 2011 or 2012 models are sporty, zippy, and fun to drive, which is everything you want in a sports car. There’s not much room in the cabin, but very few sports cars are known for their luxury accommodations. You do get a power-retractable top, though, which is perfect for sunny day drives.

2011-2013 Lexus ES

By bumping your budget up to $15,000, you can get a used luxury vehicle that offers a comfortable, classy ride. The 2013 Lexus ES is a mid-sized sedan that is quiet, roomy, and fuel-efficient, at least compared to its competitors. You can even find a hybrid Lexus ES manufactured in 2013 if you’re looking to save even more money at the pump. For elegance at a bargain, you can’t go wrong with Lexuses made between 2011 and 2013.

2019 Chevrolet Volt

For a newer hybrid, consider the 2019 Chevrolet Volt, which is priced at about $20,000 used, but given that it would only be a couple of years old, you’d be getting one that’s reliable and probably still under warranty. Additionally, you can bank on this car’s superior gas mileage at 42 miles per gallon (you can also get 53 miles on a single electric charge as well). If you haven’t owned a hybrid before, test the waters with this one.

2017 Chrysler Pacifica

If you’re looking for a family vehicle, a minivan is an ideal solution. Even if you’ve sworn you’d never drive a minivan, it’s funny how that changes when you see just how convenient they are, especially when they’re as roomy and stylish as the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. You definitely won’t feel like you’re driving a “mom car” with the Pacifica’s powerful motor and quiet cabin. The optional entertainment features are also a boon for families with children.

2015 Volvo XC70

Volvos are known to last forever, so even if you find a high-mileage vehicle that’s about six years old for under $20,000, you’re still getting a good bargain. This station-wagon-style car is spacious, both for passengers and cargo, and you’ll find some of the earliest examples of advanced safety features such as automatic emergency braking on mid-decade models.

You might think that buying a used car is a crapshoot, but not if you know what to look for and where to buy it from. Come by Fairway Auto to check out our used car inventory today and find your next reliable pre-owned car at a great price.

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