Gas Is 4 Bucks A Gallon ... You Need A New Car ... What Car Would YOU Buy?

Hey ... I need some advice!





My lease (2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee) is up next month (Sayonara, oh ye Royal Gas Hog) ... and I don't know what to look at!





I want something that is reasonable to buy/lease and own ... and looks great. I don't need a ton of bells and whistles. I really just want a good, solid car that can get me around comfortably.





With gas prices sky-high, obviously good mileage is a top consideration, but since I have nothing to trade in, I need something affordable to buy.





In my situation, what car make/model would YOU be leaning toward? And please tell me WHY you would pick that car!





Thanks, everyone ... I need all the help I can get!
Gas Is 4 Bucks A Gallon ... You Need A New Car ... What Car Would YOU Buy?
If you're concerned about fuel economy you may consider getting a hybrid car - not quite sure what models are available in the US (I live in Australia) but the two options here are the Toyota Prius and the Honda Civic Hybrid. I'd lean towards the Honda Civic Hybrid since (a) it's cheaper, at least over here and (b) it looks nicer.





If you're not interested in getting a hybrid, consider getting a compact/small-medium car such as the Mazda 3, Toyota Corolla, Ford Focus (again these might have different names in the US).





Then again, there isn't as much a stigma over here in Oz when buying a Japanese car, not sure what the case is in the U.S. though :).
Gas Is 4 Bucks A Gallon ... You Need A New Car ... What Car Would YOU Buy?
if you got the big bucks to spend in the beginning the Hybrid Civic gets 50+ mpg...
Reply:If you really want to save gas Prius is your choice. Obviously its what it is a hybrid. You want something that has a little bit more power but saves gas also look into a Nissan Sentra. They have pretty good gas millage. I always have liked nissan and my dad also owns a sentra a 04 to be exact. It gets him by and he saves way more gas than i do with a v6 maxima. Also you can look into Honda Civic. Its quick and yet they also save gas. If your planing on a b routes and here and there drive get anything that's a v4. If you need to haul some things lean towards a bigger engine than a 1.8. My choice honestly would be the Nissan. Look into the websites so you also can read the specs that might be more for you. Good Luck with a new/used/leased car!
Reply:Mazda 3 ......


Deal going on now 117 per month


but pay your TT%26amp;Lic to get that price or better.





Dodge has the 2.99 locked in fuel price. But you need the Lifetime Warranty to go with it if you get one.





Test drive a few cars before you decide... Check the local Sunday papers VS the Bigger Citys Dealers for what specials they have. Save some cash for sure.





Those are the best deals...





Also if you don't travel in a BIG City evey day A Hybrid car will not get you the mileage your looking for.
Reply:I would suggest staying away from the hybrids for now. Will the gas you save make up for the expensive batteries you will have to replace down the road? Hybrid technology is new and expensive and isn't entirely justified in the expenses department. I would say your best bet would be in the Honda Civic category. The Toyota Corolla is also a good gas saver and extremely reliable. If your just looking to lease then you could go with the VW Jetta if you like their style, but they aren't as reliable. Mazda 3, Ford Focus or Mini Cooper to name a few more.
Reply:Mazda 3, Honda Civic, Hyundai Tiburon





Mazda 3-Best handling small sedan. Great on gas and quick. Very reliable. Most standard features.





Honda Civic-Most reliable small car in the world. Also looks great and fun to drive. It has a high revving engine.





Hyundai Tiburon-It looks great and handles great. It is cheap, but looks like a $30,000 car.
Reply:Ford Escape Hybrid. Smaller than the Suv you have allready, but close.
Reply:The toyota is a very economical car. It will get almost 50 miles per gallon on the highway and not too bad in the city. I am driving a Ford, Freestar van and it is not too bad on gas, either. But, make sure you keep the air filters cleaned and the air at the same level in the tires. It plays a major role in your gas mileage. Stick to a 4 or 6 cylinder and you will be okay. It depends on the way you drive, also, Look for a car/truck with cruise control, it also saves gas.
Reply:I really haven't checked out the new stuff lately, but i would probably go look at some hybrids. They are getting better.

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