8 new and used cars you can get for under $15,000
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Each week, Boston.com profiles several cars that consumers can find for below a certain price point in an effort to help you find your dream car faster. The cars listed here include new and used models and consider current financial incentives, and the prices are either starting MSRPs for newer vehicles or Kelley Blue Book’s Fair Purchase Price for used vehicles.
2012 Ford Fusion
2012 Ford Fusion (2013 MY pictured).
KBB.com Fair Purchase Price: $10,034
Why it’s worth the price: The 2012 Ford Fusion is a great choice among midsize cars, offering strong handling, an attractive interior design, comfortable front and rear seats, and 16.5 cubic feet of trunk space. It comes standard with a powerful V6 engine that gets 18 mpg city / 27 mpg highway. The 2012 Fusion was also named a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
Current incentives: Kelley Blue Book researchers indicate a 2012 Ford Fusion in good or better condition (meaning it has no significant mechanical issues but may require some body work) can range from as little as $11,805 to as much as $15,286 and has a typical mileage of about 61,000. Search local used car dealerships to find one.
2010 Subaru Forester
2010 Subaru Forester (2012 MY pictured).
KBB.com Fair Purchase Price: $11,029
Why it’s worth the price: The 2010 Subaru Forester is a comfortable SUV that comes standard with all-wheel drive. Its cabin has lots of legroom and up to 68.3 cubic feet of cargo space when the seats are folded down. The base engine and automatic transmission delivered a below average fuel economy of 20 mpg city / 26 mpg highway. It was named a Top Safety Pick by IIHS in 2010.
Current incentives: Kelley Blue Book researchers indicate a 2010 Subaru Forester in good or better condition can range from as little as $9,634 to as much as $12,414 and has a typical mileage of about 89,000. Search local used car dealerships to find one.
2011 Honda Accord
2011 Honda Accord.
KBB.com Fair Purchase Price: $11,681
Why it’s worth the price: The 2011 Honda Accord affords strong handling and a large and attractive interior that uses quality materials and has comfortable seats. It also has lots of safety features, including six airbags, electronic stability control, and anti-lock brakes. It gets up to 23 mpg city / 34 mpg, which is slightly better than average for its class.
Current incentives: Kelley Blue Book researchers indicate a 2011 Honda Accord in good or better condition can range from as little as $10,740 to as much as $12,621 and has a typical mileage of about 77,000. Search local used car dealerships to find one.
2010 Toyota RAV4
2010 Toyota RAV4.
KBB.com Fair Purchase Price: $13,892
Why it’s worth the price: The 2010 Toyota RAV4 comes standard with a four-cylinder engine that gets 179 horsepower. A more powerful V6 engine option is also available. It offers up to 73 cubic feet of cargo space, which is very generous for its class. The RAV4 comes standard with front-wheel drive and gets a decent fuel economy of 22 mpg city / 28 mpg highway. The 2010 RAV4 is also available with all-wheel drive, which can lower the gas mileage.
Current incentives: Kelley Blue Book researchers indicate a 2010 Toyota RAV4 in good or better condition can range from as little as $12,220 to as much as $15,563 and has a typical mileage of about 84,000. Search local used car dealerships to find one.
2015 Honda CR-Z
2015 Honda CR-Z.
KBB.com Fair Purchase Price: $14,144
Why it’s worth the price: The Honda CR-Z is a two-seat hybrid vehicle that comes with a four-cylinder engine and an electric motor. It’s available with either a six-speed manual transmission or an automatic, and it has a fuel economy of 36 mpg city / 39 mpg highway, which is lower than average for a hybrid. Notable standard features include Bluetooth, a rearview camera, Pandora, and hands-free texting.
Current incentives: Kelley Blue Book researchers indicate a 2015 Honda CR-Z in good or better condition can range from as little as $13,143 to as much as $15,144 and has a typical mileage of about 26,000. Search local used car dealerships to find one.
2016 Chevrolet Sonic
2016 Chevrolet Sonic.
MSRP: $14,345
Why it’s worth the price: The Chevrolet Sonic is a top choice among subcompact cars and is available as a hatchback or a sedan. It offers agile handling, a pleasant ride, plenty of head- and legroom, and comfortable seats. Standard features include Bluetooth and a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot. The base engine gets 24 mpg city / 35 highway, while an available turbocharged engine improves the fuel economy to 27 mpg city / 37 mpg highway. The Sonic was also named a Top Safety Pick by IIHS.
Current incentives: Chevrolet is currently offering to lease the Sonic for $219 per month for 39 months with $1,709 due at signing, or $2,000 cash back until October 31, 2016. Contact your local Chevrolet dealership for more information.
2016 Hyundai Accent
2016 Hyundai Accent.
MSRP: 14,745
Why it’s worth the price: The Hyundai Accent is available as a hatchback or a sedan. The hatchback offers several advantages over the sedan style. For starters, it’s 10 inches shorter, which makes it easier to park in the city. It also offers 21.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and more than twice that amount with the seats folded down. Plus, it has a fuel economy of 26 mpg city / 37 mpg highway, which is below average. It’s backed by a class-leading five-year/60,000 mile warranty.
Current incentives: Several attractive offers are currently available on the Hyundai Accent. Consumers can lease an Accent for $169 per month for 36 months with $1,699 due at signing, or get 0.0 percent financing for 36 months, or $2,000 cash back. All deals expire on October 31, 2016. Contact your local Hyundai dealership for more information.
2012 Cadillac CTS
2012 Cadillac CTS.
KBB.com Fair Purchase Price: $14,845
Why it’s worth the price: The Cadillac CTS is a luxurious sport sedan with a powerful V6 engine that delivers strong handling and an upscale interior. It comes standard with rear-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is also available. The car offers a fuel economy of 18 mpg city / 27 mpg highway, which is slightly lower than average. An eight-speaker audio system, Bluetooth, and satellite radio all come standard. The CTS was named a Top Safety Pick in 2012 by IIHS. But the best reason to consider the CTS is the chance to own a luxury car at a considerable discount.
Current incentives: Kelley Blue Book researchers indicate a 2012 Cadillac CTS in good or better condition can range from as little as $11,805 to as much as $15,286 and has a typical mileage of about 61,000. Search local used car dealerships to find one.
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