Best Used Sedans
Nissan Maxima: This dramatic looking sedan is powered by a punchy six-cylinder engine that makes it a great car to drive. The interior is built with high-quality materials and can rival luxury sedans. A new Maxima will be expensive to buy, but a used one from 2016 will save you about 46% on the list price, and that makes it a great option.
Mazda 3: The dynamic handling, sophisticated style, and high-quality interiors of the Mazda 3 have made it a favorite among car reviewers and buyers. It may just be the best used car to buy. A 2016 Mazda 3 may be available for 50% off the price of a new one.
Toyota Avalon: Buy this if you want a family sedan with loads of space, a large trunk, comfortable seats, and need something that’s perfect for long drives. It also has luxury touches like rear-seat climate control. It’s muscular V6 packs a lot of power while being fuel-efficient too. And it’s a rare Toyota model that depreciates quickly.
Best Used Hatchbacks
Scion iM: Scion may not be around anymore, but it’s fun, affordable, and youthful cars are still available in the used car market. The iM was affordable when it was new and is downright cheap now. It has Toyota’s reliability and is loaded with features. It’s comfortable and great for cities.
VW Golf: The Golf has always been a favorite thanks to its sporty handling, high-quality interiors, and energetic turbo engine. It’s the best used car for people who enjoy driving. Some versions even come with a proper manual transmission. The oldest you should look at is from 2016.
Best Used SUVs
Mazda CX-5: Sharp steering and handling make this SUV feel more like a sports sedan. It has tall seating, large cargo space, impressive fuel economy, and great safety ratings too. And in the used market, you save 36% on its new price.
Ford Edge: Its midsize dimensions don’t make it much larger, but there’s a lot of interior space in the Edge. It’s engine options are efficient and powerful, and all Fords are great cars to drive. This one from 2016 saves you 46% on the new one and offers solid value.