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Taking a Look at the Most and Least Expensive Cars to Own

Jun 14, 2016 by Matt Smith

2016 BMW 340i

There are some things we replace, and other things we repair. I have no qualms replacing a toothbrush every couple months, or buying a new pair of running shoes after a few hundred miles. When it comes to more expensive items, however, my point of view shifts dramatically. Companies like Patagonia have made a strong push against disposable merchandise, offering repair services for their products and encouraging shoppers to fix their gear rather than just throwing it away and buying replacements. It’s a commendable, environmentally friendly decision—and considering the price tags on Patagonia products, one that’s appreciated by shoppers, too.

Of course, when it comes to repairing vs. replacing, nothing trumps the auto industry. Drivers spend hundreds, sometimes thousands of dollars per year keeping their cars on the road and, try as a I might, I just can’t visualize disposable cars showing up anytime soon. YourMechanic.com connects car owners with mechanics and in doing so has amassed an impressive data set breaking down the average cost of ownership by brand and specific model, including the maladies that most commonly afflict each brand.

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Filed Under: Car Industry News, Car Shopping, General Chat, United States Tagged With: BMW, cadillac, car cost of ownership, car maintenance, Car Minded, chrysler sebring, Honda FIt, hyundai, mercedes-benz, subaru forester, Toyota Prius, yourmechanic.com

10 Best SUVs for Less Than $15,000

Last updated: Sep 19, 2019 at 3:28PM
Published on: Apr 15, 2016 by John Harrington

2009 Subaru Forester

CarGurus spent two days previewing the 2016 New York International Auto Show, and if one trend stood out more than others, it was America’s apparent obsession with crossovers and SUVs. This could be due to low fuel prices, or perhaps it’s more a consequence of our country’s longstanding enthusiasm for adventure and frontiers. Whatever the reason, from the introduction of the Maserati Levante and the over-the-top Lincoln Navigator concept to Mitsubishi’s last-ditch effort with the Outlander PHEV, this message was clear: automakers are hitching their wagons to crossovers and SUVs.

Since the public apparently has a hankering for high-riding, do-anything transportation, we decided to find the best used crossover vehicles using CarGurus’ user-submitted reviews. To keep things interesting, we set a price limit of $15,000, but eliminated any cars more than 15 years old or with an average of more than 100,000 miles. If you want to submit your own ranking reviews on CarGurus, we’d love to hear what you have to say!

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Filed Under: Car Lists, Car Shopping Tagged With: best used SUVs, Chevrolet Equinox, Dodge Nitro, ford edge, Ford Escape, jeep patriot, Kia Sorento, Kia Soul, nissan juke, nissan rogue, subaru forester, used SUVs

Have CUVs Replaced the Family Sedan?

Mar 24, 2016 by tgriffith

2016_jeep_cherokee

For every Mazda6, Volkswagen Passat, Subaru Legacy, and Chrysler 200 sold so far this year, more than two CX-5s, Tiguans, Foresters, and Cherokees have left dealer lots.

The midsize family sedan, once a ubiquitous sight on American highways and in suburban garages, is being replaced by the car-based crossover.

Today’s CUVs offer the same interior seating capacity as sedans, but offer additional cargo space that’s also more accessible. Plus, CUV drivers sit higher and have a better view of surrounding traffic, while available all-wheel drive can handle almost all road conditions.

Have we reached the point where CUVs have replaced sedans?

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Filed Under: Domestic Cars, Foreign Cars, General Chat, Trucks & SUVs, United States Tagged With: Car Minded, Chrysler 200, CUV sales, CUVs replace sedans, Jeep Cherokee, mazda cx-5, mazda6, midsize sedans, sedan sales, subaru forester, subary legacy, volkswagen passat, volkswagen tiguan

10 Cars to Escape Snowmageddon

Last updated: Dec 9, 2019 at 4:40PM
Published on: Feb 20, 2015 by zwaller

Do you know what Boston-area people are really sick of right now? Snow. There has been lots and lots of snow the past month. Too much snow—and this isn’t your everyday winter fatigue talking. We have a very good reason to be done with snow here in Boston. New England suburbs and cities are cramped enough without 7+ feet of snow. Snow currently occupies every parking space in city, traffic couldn’t be worse, and the MBTA (public transportation for the Greater Boston area) will not be able to operate at full capacity for close to a month. Bostonians are taking it on the chin, and there’s only so much more this we can take.

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Filed Under: Car Lists, General Chat, United States Tagged With: 2015 Audi R8, 2015 Audi TT, 2015 Bentley Continental GTC, 2015 BMW 2 Series, 2015 BMW 6 Series, 2015 jeep renegade, 2015 Jeep Wrangler, 2015 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, 2015 Porsche 911, 2015 Subaru Forester, Audi R8, Audi TT, Bentley Continental GTC, BMW 2 Series, BMW 6 Series, Car Minded, Jeep Renegade, Jeep Wrangler, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Porsche 911, subaru forester

10 Best Cars to Tackle Winter: 2014 Edition

Last updated: Dec 9, 2019 at 4:12PM
Published on: Nov 21, 2014 by zwaller

2014 Chrysler 300

The words of House Stark will tell you that preparing for winter is imperative. And assuming you’ve seen a few winters in your time, you’ll know that one of the biggest adjustments you’ll need to make is winter driving. You’ll need to add some time to your commute allowance, check your antifreeze, grab some flares and road salt, and throw on some snow tires. But if you’re looking for a new vehicle to bring to battle with winter, we have some suggestions. Cars for skiing are great, but these vehicles will do you good in the everyday winter struggle.

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Filed Under: Car Lists, Car Shopping Tagged With: 2014 Chrysler 300, 2014 Volvo XC90, 2015 Acura MDX, 2015 Audi Allroad, 2015 BMW 2 Series, 2015 Chevrolet Traverse, 2015 Jeep Wrangler, 2015 Mercedes-Benz G-Class, 2015 Subaru Forester, 2015 Toyota 4Runner, Acura MDX, audi allroad, BMW 2 Series, Chevrolet Traverse, Chrysler 300, Jeep Wrangler, Mercedes-Benz G-Class, subaru forester, Toyota 4Runner, Volvo XC90

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