The 4 Best Cars For a Road Trip

Sun, 10/22/2017 - 12:19 am by Kirsten Rincon

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Ford Focus S 4DR Sedan

The Ford Focus S 4DR Sedan is a compact, economical, comfortable and fun car. With its 2.0 liter gas engine, its mileage estimates are 26 mpg/City and 36 mpg/Highway. It can seat 5 passengers, and has a luggage capacity of 13.2 cubic feet. It comes in a four-door sedan or a five-door hatchback. There are six airbags, rear seats with three headrests and an electronic stability control. This is a mid-sized family-friendly sedan with respectable gas mileage. It offers a spacious, safe and comfortable interior, at a price of around $16,200, ideal for a summer road trip with the family.

2012 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback

If you are looking to save some money on gas, while still enjoying a comfortable and safe trip, then the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback may be the right choice for you. Its got a 1.4L turbocharged engine that offers 40 mpg/highway, which equals about 488 highway miles on a single tank of gas. Its got a sporty look, with sharp and aggressive lines on the front end. It comes with 10 standard airbags, and you also get perforated leatherette heated front seats, which adds on to the overall comfortability of this vehicle. With a 19 cubic foot trunk and up to 47.7 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down, the Chevy Sonic provides a pretty flexible cargo space. It comes at a price of $14,700, which, coupled with its great fuel efficiency, could make it a perfect fit for smaller families or a newlywed couple.

Honda CR-V

The Honda CR-V is a crossover utility vehicle that is both suited for the city and the open road. It’s driven by a 2.4 liter engine, with a standard front-wheel drive and an optional four-wheel drive. Its got a stylish design, with standard 17-inch alloy wheels, and inside, there is leather upholstery, with heated front seats. The mileage estimates are 23/31 mpg for city and highway driving respectively. With a starting price of $22,495, it offers by far the best riding experience. With a spacious, somewhat luxurious, and very comfortable interior and an elegant design as a priority, this is the obvious choice for a large family not only looking to have a fun and exciting holiday, but also appreciate the elegance and the smooth ride that a great crossover offers while getting to their destination.

Honda Odyssey

When it comes to road trips, we often think of large minivans filled with people, singing and playing games during the long and often exhausting ride. That’s why the Honda Odyssey could make a perfect vehicle for those planing a road trip with their extended family. It can accommodate up to 8 adults, or up to 5 toddlers safely secured, with many seating configurations, catering to the various need for accommodating people and cargo, which is possibly the most important aspect regarding these types of trips. Its got all the necessary safety features, earning 5 stars on three crash-safety tests. Moreover, it offers some very handy and practical technological features, such as the Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System and the Blind Spot Information System. It also includes some cool entertainment features, such as the 16.2-inch screen and surround sound system, which can be connected to all compatible media players. The Odyssey is the most expensive of the four vehicles, listed at $28,375, and has the lowest mpg at 18 city mpg and 27 highway mpg. However, should you decide to buy this minivan, it will definitely guarantee some great times with you and the whole family.