Feb 13 2009
What’s the best Bet at Saving Money at the Pump?
When it comes to cars which is the better bet when it comes to saving more money now at the pump. With the lowering of the gas prices it seems that saving money can be a bit easier anymore, but which car size is the better deal. Here are three types of cars that may help you achieve that extra money savings when you need it most.
1. For Compact Cars:
A. Ford Focus: Gets about 24 city/35 hwy. Offers other features like the voice activation system, and Bluetooth cell phone for going hands-free while driving, side curtain air bags and light changing options inside the car as well.
B. Honda Civic: Gets about 26 city/34 hwy. Offers other features like the antilock brakes, front airbags, stereo system and an option to plug in your MP3 player without any attachments needed extra.
2. For Midsized Cars:
A. Saturn Aura: Gets about 22 city/33 hwy: Offers other features like the side curtain air bags, and upgraded stereo system and very roomy interior.
B. Chevrolet Malibu: Gets about 22 city/30 hwy. Offers other features such as keyless entry, traction control, and even though this car ranked low on the Auto Trends, it still offer low gas mileage that can end up saving you big time at the pump.
3. For SUV, ORV Cars:
A. Toyota RAV4: Gets about 22 city/28 hwy. Offers other features such as front passenger air bags when an occupant is detected, rollover senor and option third row if hauling a large crowd.
B. Nissan Rogue: Gets about 22 city/27 hwy. Offers other features like traction control, easy shifting and front air bags on drivers and passengers side.