10 Best Back-to-School Cars for Students
With the new school year approaching, many students and parents are considering the transportation needs of getting to class, home and various other activities. To help students and parents narrow down their choices, U.S.-based Kelley Blue Book has announced their picks for the 2018 Top 10 Back-to-School Cars.
How They Were Chosen
Each pick was chosen with safety, affordability (a plus for parents) and practicality in mind. Kelley Blue Book believes this list has something both parents and students will like. “It’s not always easy to get parents and students to agree, but this list of new cars can serve as common ground. When choosing these best back-to-school cars, we started by gathering a list of vehicles with a Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price of around $20,000, then we debated and researched our way to the 10 affordable but appealing entries that follow.” says Kelley Blue Book
| Rank | Vehicle | Starting At (Cdn): |
| 1 | 2018 Honda Fit | $15,490 |
| 2 | 2018 Kia Soul | $20,095 |
| 3 | 2018 Honda Civic | $16,790 |
| 4 | 2018 Mazda Mazda3 | $16,000 |
| 5 | 2018 Hyundai Kona | $20,999 |
| 6 | 2018 Subaru Impreza | $19,995 |
| 7 | 2018 Toyota Corolla | $16,790 |
| 8 | 2018 Nissan Kicks | $17,998 |
| 9 | 2018 Honda HR-V | $21,550 |
| 10 | 2018 Subaru Crosstrek | $23,695 |
Look Around and Compare Insurance Before Buying
Before purchasing a car for back-to-school, do your research to know exactly how much each car will end up costing. Compare car insurance quotes first before deciding and signing the papers. The cost of car insurance varies between vehicle make, model and condition; amongst other variables. Being proactive could save you hundreds of dollars in premiums. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t be afraid to contact us and speak with one of our knowledgeable brokers.
(Source: Kelley’s Blue Book 10 Best Back-to-School Cars 2018)