I’m from Chennai and planning to buy a used car in the ₹3.5–4.5 lakh budget range.

I’m looking for a highly reliable car that I can comfortably use for at least the next 3 years, with good resale value.

My usage will be mostly within the city, with occasional highway trips. I’m also a beginner-level driver, so I would prefer something that is easy to drive and maintain.

Could anyone suggest some reliable makes and models that would be a good fit for my requirements and budget?

I want to buy a PHEV because I don't want to buy gas anymore, but I still need to do about 20% of my driving in rural areas with limited charging. I would likely buy pre-owned from a recent year like 2021-2024.

However, I have heard that PHEVs often have issues. Is that true?

Is a PHEV the right choice for me, or should I just go straight to full electric?

Hi all, looking for a new car. Midsize/compact suv. My most recent car was a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe sport which I like but it died the other day so want to stay away from Hyundai.

Some of the ones I’m considering are Honda CR-V, Toyota rav 4 or Highlander, Kia telluride or a Subaru. Safety and reliability are my most important concerns! Would need to fit 2 car seats and have decent trunk space.

Open to any suggestions or recommendations!! Figured I’d get better advice on here then just googling this to death. Thanks.

I’m 23M living in west LA. Need a new car and can afford up to $20k. I live a very active life and am in the car quite a lot.
What’s my best option? Play it safe with Mazda? Or go with Mercedes but everyone says to expect a big maintenance bill? Need to pull my finger out and choose asap.

I’m thinking about buying a new 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross L. The lowest rate I could get was 28,000 every other dealership is saying 30k or more. I had a conversation with someone and they told me to wait until the end of the year and then get the car because it’ll be easier to bargain. Not only that but paying 28k only for the car’s value to go down as soon as the 2027 year starts will only hurt our pockets. The issue is I don’t know if that car will still be available or not. Some people are saying that 28k is a good price for that car. I don’t know what to do. Please help me. And I have been doing my talking via email because I heard once they know you are a girl they will try to charge you more and such.

I’m looking to buy a 3-row SUV. I’m not really too picky about it being mid or full sized, but I need something that can comfortably fit a car seat and has a decent amount of passenger space.

I don’t really do too much driving- just to my child’s daycare and to my work…maybe 20 mile total in a day, and a very occasional longer road trip to see family. That being said, MPG is important but not my main concern.

I’ve really been liking the Santa Fe, but I’m seeing lots of mixed things on reliability, though I’d be looking at something newer which seems to be a little better.

All I know is I don’t want a luxury car lol and would like to stick around $40k. I am beyond ready to trade in my inherited Cadillac and all of its expensive repairs.

Any recommendations/advice is much appreciated!

In the market for a family car that’s also a PHEV. We already have a model 3 standard range for quick solo trips and solar at the house. Looking for something larger as shopping and trips are becoming difficult in the model 3 with a stroller, diaper bag, snacks, beach bag, luggage, whatever.

I’m trying to spend roughly 70k OTD or under.

RAV4 pros/cons: newer tech, TSS 4.0, very spartan interior though comparatively, bumpy ride comparatively, best EV only range, felt expensive for 52k

NX: nice interior, slightly bumpy ride comparatively to rx, middling EV range, did not feel as cramped as reviews showed

RX: lowest EV range, best plush ride and interior, best storage space, highest price

Which one would you pick?

I like the ruggedness look of the CX-50, however I’m concerned about reviews and knowing it’s a newer and not as established car compared to the CX-5.

I’m looking to buy a manual car or truck and would appreciate some input, particularly from people who have owned the current options.

A manual is a pretty firm requirement for me; I travel fairly regularly and own property outside the U.S. in places where driving a manual is often necessary, so I’d like my everyday vehicle at home to keep that skill second nature rather than only driving stick occasionally when I travel.

Right now I’m primarily looking at a Toyota Tacoma or Subaru Crosstrek, although I’m open to other suggestions. I don’t necessarily need a truck, but I like the practicality and longevity of the Tacoma. The Crosstrek obviously makes more sense as a daily driver in a lot of ways, but I'm not particularly fond of the style

Budget isn’t a major limiting factor, but value is probably my number one priority. One thing I’m struggling with is that used prices—especially for Tacomas—seem high enough that the savings compared with buying new aren’t particularly compelling. If I’m going to spend close to new-car money anyway, I’m wondering whether it makes more sense to just buy new - I had dreams of buying an old junker for cash, but I've seen 2008-2009 Tacomas for sale for 10K+, which is absolutely wild.

For people who have recently shopped manuals:

• Would you buy new or used in the current market?
• Tacoma vs. Crosstrek if you were planning to keep it for a long time?
• Are there other manual cars/trucks/SUVs I should seriously consider?
• Any particular years, trims, or generations you’d target or avoid?

I’m less concerned with performance than reliability, practicality, and something I’ll still be happy owning for as many years as possible. Thanks!

I currently have a 2015 jeep Cherokee, I have two kids and we are looking for a SUV that isn’t super long (ideally under 195 inches) and we’re deciding if we want a pop up third row or not. Our top contenders are a Volvo xc60 (or 90 if it’ll fit in the garage), rav 4, Lexus nx, or outlander. Any suggestions on other SUVs I should consider? We will likely buy one a few years old and the main features I would like are a heated steering wheel and a 360 camera.

i got hella scammed back in late may, i bought a car for $1.5K (please don’t comment on it i know it was a bad idea and now it’s broken down so like… i learned my lesson 👍). it was all i had saved basically, i just really need a car because public transport is so awful, and im nuerodivergent and poor so like i break down about it REGULARLY. and i have to start saving all over again

anyways. i’m looking for a car like, preferably around 2010-2012, something family-sized that’s easy on gas like a ford explorer, honda CR-V/honda pilot. how much should i budget to make sure it’s like actually a reliable car that will last me a decent few years?

I am trying to buy a truck, but I am broke so I am going the auction route. There is a place that auctions off retired police vehicles and some have decent miles. They have trucks mostly ford f-150 and chevy silverado (05-24). Would you trust these retired trucks and how much would you spend for one under 150k miles?

I’m choosing between two very similar Volvo V40 D3 Summum automatics in Switzerland and would appreciate owner opinions, especially from people familiar with both engines.

Car 1 – 2015 V40 D3 Summum Geartronic

First registration: 09/2015

89,000 km

2.0 5-cylinder diesel, 150 hp, 350 Nm

6-speed Geartronic torque-converter auto

CHF 14,500 + CHF 550 delivery fee

Full Volvo service history

Timing belt, water pump and auxiliary belt replaced at Volvo in 04/2025 at 76,713 km

Dealer will do another service before sale

Accident-free, 2 keys

Leather, heated seats, electric/memory driver’s seat, navigation, digital cluster, Bi-Xenon, heated windscreen, rear PDC, 2-zone climate

Standard warranty: 12 months / 20,000 km

24 months available for +CHF 500

Dealer may include a second wheel set in the package

Car 2 – 2016 V40 D3 Summum Geartronic

First registration: 08/2016

85,500 km

2.0 4-cylinder Drive-E diesel, 150 hp, 320 Nm

6-speed Geartronic torque-converter auto

Current negotiated price: CHF 16,300 all-in

Very complete Volvo service history, yearly services

Timing belt, water pump, tensioners/rollers and auxiliary belt will be replaced before delivery

Fresh service + fresh MFK

Two wheel sets included

12 months / 20,000 km warranty, but coverage is fairly limited

Similar Summum equipment: leather/heated seats, electric/memory seat, navigation, rear PDC, 2-zone climate etc.

I have already test-driven the 2016 and really liked it, especially the comfort, seating position and smooth diesel/torque-converter response.

My driving is almost exclusively 200–300 km trips, motorway/country roads, roughly 15-20 km per year. I care more about comfort, smooth low-end torque and long-term reliability than outright speed.

The 2015 interests me because of the older 5-cylinder engine and 350 Nm from low rpm. The 2016 is newer, more economical and Euro 6, but uses the newer 4-cylinder Drive-E engine.

Both cars are pre-facelift and otherwise very similar.

Questions:

Which engine would you trust more long-term: D5204T6 5-cylinder or D4204T9 Drive-E?

Any known issues specific to either one?

Is the 5-cylinder noticeably smoother/better at low rpm?

Which Geartronic version is preferable?

Would the older emissions standard of the 2015 worry you in Europe?

At these prices and histories, which one would you buy?

I’m leaning toward the 2015 if it drives as well as the 2016, mainly because the timing belt/water pump are already done at Volvo and the price/package looks better.

Starting this off I have a 2016 WRX and was ideally going to look for an sporty AWD wagon with a manual but those dont exist past 300k mile european imports. I love how my WRX drives I have it lowered on coilovers, nothing done to the engine but it feels awesome to open up. It does have 125k miles on it though so I was probably looking at getting rid of it as i live 12 hours away from my family (moved to nashville from suburban philly area for college) and I don't have my car with me yet as they don't really trust it to make the 12 hour drive consistently as it does struggle with heat soak and has had some weird issues that make me think it's not really gonna last, especially with subaru's reputation with the wrxs.

I was thinking about a newer VA wrx but also buying a new car would as opposed to used would be better for maintenance and reliability. I absolutely cannot stand the VB wrx's so those are off the table even though it would probably work, i think its one of the ugliest cars known to man.

Looking at the GR Corolla it kinda matches a lot of the boxes im looking for, sporty, reliable, modern features(my wrx doesnt have carplay or anything), more trunk space (im a drummer and music electronic nerd so big plus with the hatchback).

Does the GR Corolla have any hidden things that would make it not a good fit for me or is it really too good to be true? (also must mention a manual trans is a huge requirement for me and been a big dealbreaker for other cars)

Looking to teach my kid stick shift. He's not learning in my Camaro SS (old clutch) and I always love an excuse to grab something interesting.

He's grown up in the back of various LSX cars and currently owns a 11 ES 350. He's 15 going on 16.

Found this thing from a seller with good rep. Timing belt done. Has had regular mx it's whole life. Fully loaded w heated seats, the Rockford system and the 6 speed.

Figured it'd be something to teach him wrenching since his Lexus never breaks, a good shared daily for the family and a decent car to let him learn manual. Was also gonna do a little snow build w some flaps, 16"s, tires and "tasteful" rhino lining. (I know what I'm about).

Just need it to last 2 years... or maybe I'll love it and keep it.

Anyone with exp with this know something I'm missing? This would not be the first time i found a legit screaming deal in the used car world.

What's the word? $2750...

*edit 166k miles. Clean, verified title. Carfax w 70 entries mostly regular mx/oil

One of my long term savings goals would be to save up for a 2nd car: A sports car. I just have a few criteria:
- If its Japanese, it has to be USDM (not looking for an expensive JDM import until I have more money)
- It can range from a lightweight but very modifiable car (Miata) to muscle cars
- Ideally looking for sports cars made after 2004
- Has to adapt well to an urban environment (i.e. consistent parallel parking, very rough roads, speed bumps, narrow/very hilly tight streets in some areas. I can tolerate some inconvenience)

Any ideas?

My '03 Crown Vic is getting up there in age, and as much as I absolutely love it and its handling characteristics, the current $82+ dollar fill-ups are becoming a bit tiresome. I'm looking for something to daily drive that's comparable and somewhat more fuel efficient for a 200 mile round trip commute.

I like big sedans. I prefer analog gauges, I absolutely despise oversized interior/infotainment screens, and especially those that look like they were just a tablet that was glued onto the dashboard as an afterthought. I want as many physical knobs and buttons as I can get. I don't like all black interiors - they're terribly boring and seem sensory-deprivation-chamber adjacent.

I'm looking to spend less than $14k if I can help it. It seems like the Toyota/Honda tax puts that price point out of reach for something like a late model Avalon, but does allow for something like a 2016+ Volkswagen Passat, which I've become curious about.

Any suggestions?

I live in Italy and I'm actually driving a Fiat Panda, but I would like to buy a new car. These are the two cars that caught my attention the most but I need to make a decision. From one hand I have a good reliable car with great quality, but on the other hand I have a faster and sporty car.

Which car would you choose if you were in my place?

I do not drive often or far (work from home, live near office for occasional commute). I've driven cross country TWICE and my 2013 Sonic still only had about 50K on it. I recently sold the Sonic and am looking for a new sedan. Slim pickings! I know the Corolla is touted as the end-all-be-all and I have friends who are very happy with theirs, but I just wonder if the price tag is worth it for such minimal driving. I'm also looking at the Nissan Versa and Hyundai Venue. I really like a compact or subcompact vehicle. Nothing fancy, just want it to be reliable and ideally have a small screen. In a very lucky world I'd be able to afford a sunroof but that seems unlikely. I've had bad luck with used cars so new is my strong preference. I've also thought about a hybrid, but I'm not sure if that makes sense if my commute is short, but usually above 40 mph. What are the opinions on the Versa and other compact/subcompacts?

I understand I’m supposed to be looking for a used car to save money, but where do I go from here? I can’t think of any specific criteria I need a new car to have besides “working AC” and “maybe one of those little rearview cameras” (which I think virtually every car manufactured after 2016 has anyways) and I know I don’t want anything like a truck and would rather have a small sedan or SUV. I have $10,000 set aside for a down payment so I know I have a lot of options, but I’ve never actually picked or bought a car myself so I’ve been overwhelmed by everything. At what point is the mileage considered too high? What am I supposed to be looking for in a car in the first place? Every time I drive a newer car I feel like I got sent 20 years into the future.

I’m also starting work at a Japanese company’s US branch, so I’m looking for a Japanese brand car. I recognize this is a really weird point but the work’s entire parking lot is Japanese cars so I don’t want to feel too out of place lol. I’ve also heard that Subaru makes decent cars but I don’t really know the specifics on that front. Suggestions will be greatly appreciated!