Buying a new car is one of the most exciting purchases you’ll make in your lifetime. It’s also one of the most expensive. While a lot of people tend to focus on the up-front costs, most don’t take into account the long-term costs associated with owning and operating a vehicle, such as rate of depreciation, fuel economy, financing, insurance, and maintenance and repair. Before you make one of the biggest purchases of your lifetime, it’s smart to do your homework.
That’s where the good folks at Kelley Blue Book come in. The trusted automotive resource just published its 2015 5-Year Cost to Own Awards. Because the cost associated with owning a new car continues to climb, KBB has put together a comprehensive list of vehicles to help shoppers identify the best long-term values across 22 vehicle segments.
Below you’ll find a list of winners from the major vehicle segments. For a more detailed look, check out the full list here.
- Best Compact Car: 2015 Toyota Corolla
- Best Mid-Size Car: 2015 Mazda6
- Best Full-Size Car: 2015 Chevrolet Impala
- Best Luxury Car: 2015 Audi A5
- Best Hybrid/Alternative Energy Car: 2015 Toyota Prius c
- Best Compact SUV/Crossover: 2015 Jeep® Patriot
- Best Mid-Size SUV/Crossover: 2015 Jeep® Wrangler Unlimited
- Best Full-Size SUV/Crossover: 2015 Ford Explorer
- Best Mid-Size Pickup Truck: 2015 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab
- Best Full-Size Pickup Truck: 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular Cab
- Best Minivan/Van: 2015 Mazda MAZDA5
Finally, don’t forget to contact or visit us at Leith Acura of Cary, where we’d be more than happy to help you find the right vehicle for you.
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