Fiat 500 and Jeep Wrangler Named Best Cars for College Grads
Earning a college degree is a momentous achievement, and starting your first real job means you need a car that’s reliable and affordable. Autotrader recently released the 10 Best Cars for Recent College Graduates list, which includes the Fiat 500 and the Jeep Wrangler.
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“At Autotrader, our goal is to help people navigate the car-buying process through our extensive lists of vehicles that suit consumers’ various needs,” says Brian Moody, executive editor at Autotrader. “With this in mind, we came up with a list of cars that offer both practical and affordable features recent college graduates should consider if they’re buying a car.”
Fiat 500 (model years 2012-2017)
The Fiat 500 is a great option for college graduates who will be navigating urban environments and prioritize style over space for back seat passengers.
Buying used means you can get more bang for your buck when it comes to features. The Fiat 500 offers stylish touches like leatherette seating, premium audio systems, a power sunroof, heated seats, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The base engine is ideal for city driver, though you can look for a model with the available turbo engine if you want a more exhilarating ride. You can also choose the Cabrio convertible model that has a folding roof to help you take advantage of summer weather.
Jeep Wrangler (model years 2012-2017)
The Wrangler has always been one of Jeep’s most popular models because of its legendary off-roading capabilities, but it also makes a reliable and fun choice for recent college graduates.
Autotrader recommends a used Wrangler specifically because of its affordability. Brand-new Wranglers can be expensive, but you can find older-generation models from 2012-2017 for under $20K.
Although the adventure-ready Wrangler is best suited to weekend getaways, it still delivers daily driving practicality if you opt for the 4-door Wrangler Unlimited.
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Get behind the wheel of these recommended used vehicles and find out which model is right for your journey into the real world.
DeAnn Owens is a Dayton transplant by way of the Windy City, yet considers herself to be a California girl at heart even though she’s only visited there once. To get through the dreaded allergy season unique to the Miami Valley, she reads, writes, complains about the weather, and enjoys spending time with her husband, two sons, and their newest addition, a Boston terrier puppy that is now in charge of all their lives. In the future, she hopes to write a novel and travel through time. See more articles by DeAnn.