October 25, 2010

Best Cars for Urban Driving


Buying a car and being a car owner in the city can be a complicated choice. High car insurance rates, expensive and hard to find parking, dealing with traffic.. so what are the best cars for dealing with urban driving? Here is an expert list:

According to studies, some of the best cars to own in the big city are the 2011 Mini Cooper for a tiny vehicle, the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid for a bigger one, and the Honda Civic Hybrid if you want a reliable hybrid car. The Civic Hybrid has a very small turning circle, enhanced maneuverability for steering, a gps navigation system with millions of important locations programmed in.

Best Cars for Urban Driving
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Move downtown, and your car insurance premiums will probably rise. That's because cities spell risk -- from sloppy parallel parkers to crackpot cabbies, odds are your ride is in for a beating. Take heart. With the right car, city driving can be a pleasant -- OK, tolerable -- experience. To find cars best suited for cities, our auto reviewers considered size, performance, ride quality and cabin comfort. We looked at features like parking sensors and backup cameras, and we analyzed turning circles and stop-and-go gas mileage. From a range of body styles, here are the cars that impressed us most.

Best Cars for Urban Driving

Posted at October 25, 2010 3:00 PM