6 new and used cars you can get for under $15,000
From a pickup truck to an SUV to a luxury car.
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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.
2017 Fiat 500
2017 Fiat 500.
Starting MSRP: $14,995
Why it’s worth the price: The Fiat 500 is a subcompact car that can make it easier to navigate the frequently congested city streets of Boston. Inside, the 500 has an eye-catching interior and a user-friendly Uconnect infotainment system with a five-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, and voice commands.
The Fiat 500 is available in three trims: Pop, Lounge, and Abarth. All trims are available as a convertible (or Cabrio) for an extra $1,495. The base engine with a manual transmission gets 31 mpg city / 38 mpg highway. Higher trims have more powerful engines that reduce the fuel economy.
Current incentives: Check your local Fiat dealership for offers and incentives.
2014 Mitsubishi Outlander
The 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander is pictured.
KBB.com Fair Purchase Price: $14,365
Why it’s worth the price: The 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander is a three-row SUV that offers a strong fuel economy of 25 mpg city /31 mpg highway. The Outlander delivers a comfortable ride, smooth handling, and comes standard with a six-speaker audio system. It’s important to note, though, that the Outlander provides less cargo room than its competitors.
Current incentives: Kelley Blue Book researchers indicate a 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander in good or better condition (meaning it has no significant mechanical issues but may require some body work) can range from as little as $12,909 to as much as $15,820 and has a typical mileage of about 28,500. Search local used car dealerships to find one.
2009 Lexus RX
2009 Lexus RX.
KBB.com Fair Purchase Price: $14,253
Why it’s worth the price: A new 2009 Lexus RX was widely praised as one of the most luxurious crossovers available. The RX comes standard with a 3.5-liter V6 engine, a five-speed automatic transmission, a power liftgate, and dual-zone climate control. Inside, the RX has an attractive, high-quality interior. It also delivers a quiet ride on the highway and gets strong safety ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Current incentives: Kelley Blue Book researchers indicate a 2009 Lexus RX in good or better condition can range from as little as $13,282 to as much as $15,223 and has a typical mileage of about 89,000. Search local used car dealerships to find one.
2015 Nissan Frontier
2015 Nissan Frontier.
KBB.com Fair Purchase Price: $13,460
Why it’s worth the price: The Nissan Frontier (King Cab body style pictured) comes standard with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that gets 152 horsepower. There’s also a more powerful V6 engine that reaches 261 horsepower and achieves a strong off-road performance. The Frontier can tow up to 6,500 pounds, and the King Cab style comes standard with a six-foot truck bed.
Current incentives: Kelley Blue Book researchers indicate a 2015 Nissan Frontier in good or better condition can range from as little as $11,705 to as much as $15,214 and has a typical mileage of about 89,000. Search local used car dealerships to find one.
2009 Hyundai Genesis
2009 Hyundai Genesis.
KBB.com Fair Purchase Price: $14,822
Why it’s worth the price: A used 2009 Hyundai Genesis once started at $32,250. Today, consumers can purchase the Genesis for about half that figure.
The 2009 Genesis offers a lot for the money. It affords a comfortable ride and strong acceleration (especially if equipped with an available V8 engine). The interior is spacious, has comfortable front and rear seats with leather upholstery, and 15.9 cubic feet of cargo space, which is more than average for the class. Standard features include heated front seats, Bluetooth, a USB port, and satellite radio.
Current incentives: Kelley Blue Book researchers indicate a 2009 Hyundai Genesis in good or better condition can range from as little as $13,846 to as much as $15,797 and has a typical mileage of about 40,000. Search local used car dealerships to find one.
2015 Buick Verano
2015 Buick Verano.
KBB.com Fair Purchase Price: $14,129
Why it’s worth the price: The 2015 Buick Verano has a comfortable ride and an attractive, luxurious-feeling interior. It comes standard with a six-speed automatic transmission, cloth upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, front-wheel drive, and a six-speaker stereo system. It has a 2.4-liter engine that gets 180 horsepower and decent acceleration.
Higher trims offer a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot, a seven-inch touchscreen, fog lamps, forward collision alert, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring. The top trim comes with a turbocharged, 250-horsepower, four-cylinder engine that provides more power and faster acceleration.
Current incentives: Kelley Blue Book researchers indicate a 2015 Buick Verano in good or better condition can range from as little as $13,117 to as much as $15,140 and has a typical mileage of about 42,000. Search local used car dealerships to find one.
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