Your teen's first car needs to be safe, reliable, affordable to insure, and not too fast. We picked vehicles that score 5 stars in crash tests, have standard safety tech, and won't break the bank on insurance or repairs.
The gold standard first car — reliable, safe, fuel efficient, affordable to insure, and holds value when they eventually trade up.
Toyota Safety Sense standard on every model. The most predictable, least surprising car on this list — exactly what you want for a new driver.
Teaches good driving habits with engaging handling. Standard safety tech and premium feel help teens take pride in their car.
The budget king — affordable to buy, insure, and maintain. Transferable warranty gives parents peace of mind.
Standard AWD is a huge safety factor for new drivers in rain or snow. Higher driving position improves visibility.
Crossover height and visibility with sedan-like driving dynamics. Easy to park, easy to see out of.
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