8 Safe, Affordable Cars for First-Time Drivers

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SAFE, AFFORDABLE CARS FOR FIRST-TIME DRIVERS
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Ford Fiesta
The Fiesta offers oh-la-la styling in a safe,
affordable package. In addition to its 5-Star
safety rating with the NHTSA, the Fiesta offers 7
standard airbags. The Fiesta also comes standard
with stability control, ideal for beginning
drivers learning to navigate corners and curves.
Antilock drum brakes on the rear and disc on the
front offers phenomenal stopping without skidding
in most situations. The Fiesta has a sporty
feel, perfect for young drivers, and a sense of
safety for concerned parents.
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Kia Forte
Kia has come light-years in the last decade in
terms of safety and reliability. With a 5-Star
rating from the NHTSA, the Forte has six standard
airbags, stability control, and 4-wheel disc
brakes with an antilock braking system. The
Forte is surprisingly peppy, making it easier for
learning drivers to merge onto interstates or
pull out into busy roadways. The Forte is
extremely affordable for its looks, styled by a
former Audi designer. Add in the 100,000 power
train warranty, and the Forte is a true steal of
a deal.
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Jeep Compass
The Compass offers the rugged versatility of its
big brother, the Grand Cherokee, plus the easy
drivability and youthful styling of its cousin,
the Patriot. Built onto a car frame instead of a
truck chassis like most SUVs, the Compass offers
optimal stability for young drivers without
sacrificing coolness. The Compass is equipped
with 4 air bags, stability control, and 4-wheel
disc ABS. The Compass doesnt guzzle gas like
the larger SUVs, achieving up to 30 mpg on the
highway. With 54 cubic feet of cargo space, its
ideal for toting sports equipment, tons of
friends, or even moms groceries.
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Kia Rio
The Rio is another Kia getting rave reviews from
the NHTSA, achieving an impressive 5-Star safety
rating for its thrifty price tag. With 6
standard airbags, stability control, and 4-wheel
disc ABS, it helps parents feel comfortable with
kids on the road yet offers a high-quality look
and feel both inside and outside. The short
wheel base allows for a fun drive without
compromising the safety of the driver and
passengers. The hatchback is extremely popular
with young drivers for its great looks, while
parents approve of the affordable insurance
premiums and excellent fuel mileage.
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Nissan Cube
Another 5-Star safety rating from the NHTSA, the
Cube offers a funky styling that young Japanese
drivers have enjoyed for years. Now the unique
look is taking off with Americas youth. The
Cube offers 6 standard airbags, along with
stability control, front disc and rear drum
brakes with antilock braking. The Cube isnt
just affordable, cute, and safe it offers ample
cargo space for musical instruments, camping
gear, or a load of friends headed out for a
weekend adventure.
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Honda Fit
The Honda Fit is fit as a fiddle, with a super
compact body thats easy to park on crowded
campus or in busy mall parking lots. The small
exterior is deceptive though, as the interior
provides the generous cargo and passenger space
of a crossover SUV. A fun drive is a safe drive
in the Fit, which took the honors of 2014 Top
Safety Pick from the IIHS. With rollover
sensors, an electronic stability control system
(ESC), antilock brakes, and daytime running
lights, the Fit packs the same safety and
drivability as the larger, family-size Hondas.
For parents who want to encourage their young
drivers to learn how to operate a stick shift,
the Fit offers an easy-to-handle manual
transmission. Plus, sticks are just more fun when
cars are this sporty-looking.
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Ford Focus
The price tag of the Focus is a tad heftier than
most of the others on this list, but the Focus
offers some fine qualities that many parents of
young drivers are happy to spring for. Even with
its larger front-end cost (still well under
18,000), the Focus gets great gas mileage with
the capable 160HP engine, which boasts 40 mpg on
the highway. The Focus offers a premium driving
experience akin to some of the entry level luxury
cars on the market. With a steel reinforced
safety cage, airbags, personal safety system,
ESC, ABS, and tire pressure monitoring, its easy
to rest well knowing your teen is behind the
wheel of a Focus. The MyFord Touch infotainment
system is available on some Focus models, which
is handy for young drivers out in bad weather or
in need of directions.
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Kia Sportage
As the third Kia on the list, its clear just how
far Kia has come in terms of safety and
reliability, even while keeping prices affordable
for young drivers. The Sportage is a compact
crossover, making it attractive and versatile, as
well as fun to drive. The Sportage features a
functional interior ideal for young drivers
learning to use controls while at the wheel. Its
small size makes it a peppier, more enjoyable
drive than larger crossover vehicles available.
In addition to the exhilarating SX turbocharged
4-cylinder engine option that offers an
impressive 260 HO, the Sportage offers lots of
passenger and cargo space for hauling siblings
and friends to school, practice, and out on
Friday nights.
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About Jack Key Auto Group
Jack Key offers a variety of versatile, reliable,
fun-to-drive vehicles that are ideal for the
young driver. Working hard to keep prices low,
Jack Key also has a full-service repair shop for
the inevitable woopsies! that are just part of
the territory when learning to drive. Jack Keys
finance specialists can work with you to help you
finance the vehicle at great interest rates with
terms you can be happy with. Visit the lot to
kick tires with your new driver and teach them
how a test drive goes. Or, spend some time
browsing Jack Keys inventory online and come to
the showroom ready to make your youngster the
happiest kid on the block! Please visit
www.jackkey.com for more information.
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