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2014 FORD MUSTANG
Starting price: around $20,400
It comes with a V6 or V8 engine, and it is more powerful than most other cars in its class (by this we mean – affordable nice looking cars). The six-speed transmission in this model can be automatic or manual; both are precise and easy to handle. The interior design could be a little more modern, but it is spacious enough and comfy.
2015 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA
Starting price: around $23,800
Although some say the engine could have been more powerful, no one really says it is not good enough. There are versions with five or six-speed transmission, both of which are very precise and responsive. The clutch is pretty good, too. Most owners (well, except for those who are really tall) say there is enough room in the car.The interior is very comfy and looks decent.
2014 CHEVROLET CAMARO
Starting price: around $23,600
Owners and test drivers say that this car’s engine is very powerful – both V6 and V8 engines. They are also impressed with the safety, although some of them say the visibility could be a bit better. The interior doesn’t look bad, but it could have been designed with less plastic in it. There is enough space, but if you are tall and riding in the back, you might not enjoy the ride.
2014 ACURA TSX
Photo: Justin C.
Starting price: around $30,700
Acura TSX is a beautiful vehicle, with a five-speed transmission, smooth, responsive and precise; it comes with a powerful engine, four-wheel anti-lock brakes, plenty of airbags and sensors of all kinds, automatic AC and great wheels. If you are looking for a reliable, elegant and ‘smart’ car, this one might be the right car for you.
2014 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA
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Starting price: around $30,000
We are not too impressed with its looks, although we are not saying it looks bad! There are many great things about this car that are far more important than looks: a powerful 208 horse power engine, seven-speed manual transmission, ABS… The interior is excellent, too. You even get knee airbags for both the driver and passenger. It also has cruise control, e-stability and it is baby friendly (it comes with an airbag babyseat sensor).
2015 CHEVROLET IMPALA
Starting price: around $28,000
As for the horse power, the engine of 2015 Chevrolet Impala is not as impressive as in some other affordable cars in its class, but this car is good and you could be very happy with it. Its six-speed transmission is smooth and precise, the car is easy to drive and comfy. It has ABS, knee airbags for both the driver and passenger, AC, and e-stability, which makes the ride very safe.
2015 AUDI A3
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Starting price: around $30,000
Another good German vehicle available for a reasonable price. It comes with a little ‘weaker’ engine than that of the Mercedes we mentioned above, but still, it’s not a bad engine! It is intercooled turbo, normally comes with ABS, six-speed manual, plenty of airbags, automatic AC, cruise control and e-stability. All in all – a nice, reliable and affordable car.
2015 BUICK REGAL
Photo: Eddie Phạm
Starting price: around $29,700
This girl comes with a powerful engine – 259 horse power, six-speed transmission, ABS, plenty of sensors that are very good and sensitive, beautiful 18-inch wheels, e-stability and cruise control. The interior looks great, there is enough room even for those riding in the back seat. The exterior is nice, as well. It looks both powerful and elegant.
2015 CHRYSLER 200
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Starting price: around: $22,000
The design is quite good. It especially looks good in black. The interior is comfy, made with good materials and looks elegant. The standard features include four wheel anti-lock brakes, airbag occupancy sensors, cruise control, nine-speed transmission, knee airbags for both the driver and passenger, automatic AC. Even if you are not a Chrysler lover, you have to admit that with this car you get decent quality for a good price.
2015 ACURA ILX
Starting price: around $27,000
The engine has 150 horse power, the automatic transmission has five speeds, the ABS is part of the standard features; cruise control and e-stability make it easy for the driver. The interior is decent looking and there is enough room in the car. Cargo space is decent, as well. Perhaps it does not look as elegant as some other Acuras, but it is a good car for this price.