Fall 2014 car shopping season is in full swing! Aspire FCU is here to help with your auto loan or auto refinancing needs. If you’re still in the shopping phase, here are eight 2014 vehicles you may want to consider (photos and details from Kelley Blue Book):
Jeep Compass
Price range: $18,795 – $27,995
MPG: 23 city, 30 highway
This vehicle is currently averaging 13.5% below sticker price. Features depend on trim, but may include:
-Front or four-wheel drive
-Rear backup camera
-Uconnect media center with iPod interface
Toyota Corolla
Price range: $16,800 – $21,300
MPG: 28 city, 37 highway
This is a reliable car with great fuel economy. Bonus features may include:
-USB port and iPod interface
-Steering wheel mounted audio controls
-Bluetooth
-LED headlights
Fiat 500L
Price range: $19,195 – $24,395
MPG: 25 city, 33 highway
This is another car currently selling at 13.5% under sticker price. It also boasts lots of options, such as:
-Keyless entry
-Bluetooth
-Hands-free communication and navigation system
-Rear camera
-Garage door opener
Nissan Versa
Price range: $11,990 – $16,890
MPG: 27 city, 36 highway
This is currently the least expensive new car on the market, plus it got a KBB Best Resale Value award. On top of that, it’s considered the roomiest car in its class.
While it doesn’t have a lot of fancy option, it does have great safety features such as tire pressure monitoring and anti-lock brakes with panic assist.
Toyota Yaris
Price range: $14,430 – $16,890
MPG: 30 city, 37 highway
Another reliable brand with excellent gas mileage. Special features may include:
-Nine airbags
-Bluetooth
-Keyless entry
-Toyota’s Star Safety System
Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Price range: $25,575 – $49,180
MPG: 18 city, 24 highway
If you need a big truck, this one is currently averaging 15.1% below sticker price. It also won a KBB Best Resale Value award this year. Possible features include:
-Cornerstep bumper – footholds that allow you to easily access the cargo bed
-6 speaker audio with Pandora
-Heated seats
-Touch screen audio
Chevrolet Spark
Price range: $12,170 – $16,385
MPG: 31 city, 39 highways
This is one of the smallest cars available, which means great fuel economy, but you may notice it feels a little off driving at faster speeds. Possible features include:
-MyLink navigation system
-Heated front seats
-SiriusXM satellite radio
-Bluetooth
Chevrolet Cruze
Price range: $17,520 – $24,985
MPG: 25 city, 36 highway
This is another car averaging 15.1% below sticker price and also comes in a diesel engine model. Possible features include:
-Heated leather seats
-Remote start
-Rear view camera
-Navigation system
