Worst Small Cars
Posted on July 20, 2010
Filed Under Car Complaints, Fuel Economy
Our picture shows one of the best-value small cars on the market right now; Ford Fiesta. However, the following three small cars have price tags so low it is unlikely you would have to use the services provided by KSMO bad credit car lots. Just because you are buying an affordable, economic small vehicle does not give car makers the right to make inferior products. Peoria VW models are typically quite small; the Beetle and Golf should come to mind. Yet, both cars have stellar reputations. U.S. News ranked the Chevrolet Aveo, the Suzuki Reno, and the Suzuki Forenza as the worst of the affordable small car category. It might be better if you scrap the idea of buying one of these new and visit Providence used cars; a used affordable small car has got to be better than paying full price on a new model!
The Chevrolet Aveo is lacking key safety features. Not only is it missing some pretty standard features and equipment, side airbags are not even available on any of the trim levels! Consumers criticize the backseats for being uncomfortable and the fuel economy is less than you would anticipate for how small the car is. The steering leaves a lot to be desired and the roaring engine works extra hard when accelerating to highway speeds.
The Suzuki Reno may have a stylish exterior and your passengers won’t complain about being too cramped. However, the small 2.0 liter engine gives drivers a measly 19 mpg while driving in town and only 28 while on the highway. Plus, the road noise from the engine is rather loud.
Lastly, the Suzuki Forenza has numerous complaints from unhappy consumers. The steering and handling is sloppy, there is next to no power, and its safety scores are downright scary. You might be getting more car for less money, but then again, you get what you pay for!
Before you assume that all small cars are economical and incredibly fuel efficient, with the obvious exception of sports cars, take some time to compare. Check out the U.S. News website and see the affordable small cars that got their highest approval ratings.
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