Best New Cars for Moms
There are a ton of great new cars out there for the 2012 model year but which ones make good choice for moms? The best new car for moms must be practical, roomy, reliable, and should get good fuel economy. Of course different moms have different needs but this list of the best new cars for moms should be a great way to get some ideas. Below are a few great choices of best new cars for moms.
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5) 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid - Last year’s model Camry Hybrid was nothing exciting. The car got mediocre fuel economy ratings and was completely overshadowed by the Toyota Prius. Well for the 2012 model year the Camry Hybrid has been redesigned inside and out. The price is lower than the previous model at $26,900 and the fuel economy is up over 35%. Now for 2012 the Toyota Camry Hybrid gets an amazing 42 MPG in the city and 39 MPG on the highway. Toyota was able to drastically improve numbers by decreasing weight by 200 lbs, making upgrades to the Hybrid Synergy Drive, and by making the engine beltless which means the accessories like the power steering are electrically powered.
4) 2012 Chevrolet Traverse – The Chevy Traverse is a full sized SUV that can seat 8 passengers. For a mom who has a lot of cargo or passengers to carry the Traverse are the hot ticket. Beside ample room on the inside, the Traverse has won numerous top honors for its safety record. The Traverse SUV can also tow a ton for those long vacation trips. The 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is powered by a 3.6 liter V-6 engine. The small size of the engine helps the Traverse to get 17 MPG in the city and 24 MPG on the highway which is at the top of the full-size SUV class. The best part is the Traverse base model starts at $29,430 which makes it very affordable for mothers.
3) 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI - Did you know the Volkswagen Passat is made in the USA? Not only that the Passat TDI can get up to 43 MPG on the highway thanks to a very efficient turbo-diesel engine and slick 6-speed transmission. What’s more is that the Passat TDI can go almost 800 miles on a single tank of gas. How great is that for moms! The Passat comes loaded with tons of features and options. The interior space is huge compared to the rivals in the sedan category. The 2012 Volkswagen Passat TDI has a starting price of $25,995.
2) 2012 Ford Flex – If you are a mom who is looking for something out of the ordinary than the Ford Flex might just be the car for you. The Flex is a cross between a station wagon, crossover SUV, and Sedan. The Flex rides on the same platform as Lincoln MKS meaning the ride is quite comfortable. The 2012 Ford Flex also uses the new and cool ecoboost power plant. This twin-turbo V-6 engine produces over 260 horsepower while getting an eco-friendly 17 MPG in the city and 24 MPG on the highway. The Flex can seat up to 7 passengers which is great for moms having to drive around. But the real value is with the rear seats folded flat. The Flex has the ability to carry over 83 cubic feet of cargo. This is vastly useful to moms from all walks of life. The Flex has a starting price of just under $30k.
1) 2012 BMW 3-Series - Want a car that exudes pure luxury and performance at a reasonable price? The 2012 BMW 3-Series is one affordable luxury car that is a great choice for moms. At $37,250 the 3-Series will not break the bank. But the price is enough to get you into one of the highest rated luxury cars for the past decade. This is the pinnacle of German motoring and the proof is evident with the countless awards the 3-Series has won over the years. There are a few different 3-Series models to choose from starting with the 328i all the way up to the top of the line 335i model. The 335i comes packed with a twin-turbo 6-cylinder engine that produces over 300 horsepower.
There are literally hundreds of cars, trucks, and SUVs on the market for the 2012 model year. And sometimes it may not look like there are many vehicle aimed at the mom market. Interestingly enough there is quite a wide and unique variety of choices out there. No matter what your living situation is, there are many choices available out there for moms on the go. Take some time to research many more best new cars for moms online. The possibilities are there now more than ever!
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