The best used cars to buy if safety is #1
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The best used cars to buy if safety is #1

Maybe you're a parent buying your teen's first car, or maybe you're a new parent and your little one's safety is paramount. Or perhaps you are a security conscious person who wants to make…

Maybe you're a parent buying your teen's first car, or maybe you're a new parent and your little one's safety is paramount. Or perhaps you are security conscious and want to make an informed decision. Regardless of the reason, this list of vehicles has been compiled with safety in mind.

Things that should be

Here are a number of criteria that may apply to you in your hunt:

  • Possibility to accommodate multiple car seats
  • Lots of airbags
  • Backup rear view camera
  • Seat belts that are adjustable
  • Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  • Heavy vehicle to provide more protection in case of an accident.

Top XNUMX list

  • Kia Sedona EXT Minivan: Minivans have long been a popular choice for families, and with good reason. Sure, it's easy to get in and out of and offers plenty of room for passengers and cargo, but in terms of the Kia Sedona EXT minivan, you also have additional safety features. On the 2012 model, you'll find front, front, and three-row side curtain airbags, tire pressure monitoring, ABS, and, of course, electronic stability control.

  • Hyundai Santa Fe: As Kelley Blue Book points out, the Santa Fe burst onto the market as an affordable SUV option. It has managed to stay that way by offering bells and whistles usually found in more luxurious brands. The 2012 model features Hill Descent Brake Control (DBC) and Electronic Stability Control, perfect for wet roads.

  • Subaru Legacy: Subaru Legacy is designed to compete with Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. The 2012 model features decent fuel economy and a roomy interior. In terms of safety features, it has symmetrical all-wheel drive which comes in handy during the winter months, electronic parking brake with hill hold function, front and side curtain airbags.

  • Chevrolet MalibuA: If you need safety features, the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will help you. Take advantage of features such as turn-by-turn navigation, a well-lit interior, traction control, ABS, StabiliTrak stability control and six airbags.

  • Toyota RAV4: As noted by Kelley Blue Book, this model is known for its "superior reliability" among other things. Safety features include the Star Safety System, which consists of five different electronic safety features. In addition, it offers hill start control and hill descent assistance. The vehicle is equipped with side curtain airbags and front side airbags.

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