Best car for new drivers?

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Asked by AcuraStangGirl Oct 22, 2013 at 09:26 PM

Question type: Shopping & Pricing

Hi. I'm a new driver and I just got my
license this year. My parents and I
agree it's not time for me to have a
car but I should do research in the
meantime. I really like Mustangs and
the 2008 version of the Acura TL;
which is a safer and would be a
better car for a new, teenage driver?
If neither, can you reccommend a
certain model and year?

3 Answers

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ANY sportscar (like a Mustang, Camaro, etc) is a no-go for a first time driver, IMO. You REALLY need to hone your skills as a driver before you step into one of these types of cars. Acura TL is a great car...not sure how I feel about it for a first car, because of the V6's power, which could get you into trouble. I'd suggest starting smaller and working you way up....Maybe a Honda Civic or Nissan Sentra??

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As far as safety goes most newer cars are very safe. The Volvo is still one of the Safest. It will be inexpensive on isurance easy to drive and it's not a sports car. It's probably not what you want I hear but it's a great first car.

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