Today there are eco-friendly cars that are affordable. Many people think that economical, green cars are just too expensive and out of the question of ownership.
It used to be that cars that were friendly to the environment cost a pretty penny, because the technology was new and expensive for manufacturers to implement.
But things have changed …
Remember back to when the first VCR came out? When they first hit the market you could easily spend $ 1,200.00 on the new technology. When the end of their life came around, you could purchase a VCR for around 40 bucks!
Although cars are in a higher price bracket, this same concept is true with eco-friendly cars.
Let me explain further …
Where it is true that hybrid cars can run approximately $ 30,000 or more, there are some green cars that you can get for just about half that price.
Take a look at these money savers and see what you think.
Suzuki Sx4: This compact crossover will get you about 30 mpg and the basic package will cost you just under $ 17,000.00. To aid in making it less expensive to drive this car features a tire pressure monitoring system as well as an automatic transmission with continuously variable transmission. Loaded with the modern day safety features, you can keep your family safe as well as save you some green at the pumps.
Kia Spectra – This vehicle will up the comfort factor a bit more with its sedan style for about $ 15,000. Or you can go a little sportier and choose the Koup, 2-door for around $ 17,000. Choosing the XE Fuel Economy package, you can get a whopping 37 mpg, now that is fuel economy! This baby sports a 6 speed Electronically Controlled Sportmatic (trademarked) overdrive transmission.
Nissan Versa – Choose this model in either a hatchback version or a sedan model. You want to talk about affordable? This looker can be yours for just under $ 10,000 and will get you 34 mpg along the highway. You can travel up to 400 miles before needing to refuel this car. It also carries all the latest technology such as a built in, touch screen GPS, as well as hands free, voice activated Bluetooth. This demonstrates the affordability of green as well as all the bells and whistles.
Mazda 3 – "Incredible Driving With Incredible Fuel Economy Is No Longer A Dream. It's a Mazda." This is the tag line of Mazda, and says it all. You can snatch this baby up for around $ 15,000 and it will get you around 28 city / 40 highway mpg. Take the opportunity to pass up the gas pumps as you drive this looker around. All Mazda 3 models are available with PZEV (Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle) engines.
These eco-friendly suggestions can give you a jump-start on finding an affordable, green car that will save the environment as well as save you some green at the pump. Happy car hunting!