What would be a frugal, good vehicle to buy?

 The Question:

I am not that frugal but I do try. I refused to buy an expensive house and I drive a 2011 Jeep that we bought used. We live in a small town in Nebraska that is not as expensive as most places.

Now, we are moving to St. Louis for my husband’s job. He is a charter pilot and flies out of the Spirit of St. Louis airport. He wants to live fairly close to there and possibly on a lake. The houses there are very expensive but I think we can afford one if he gets a raise.

I would like to get a newer vehicle if I am going to be driving across Missouri to see my kids in Nebraksa. Hubby says I need a nice one to fit in with the neighborhood like an Audi. I disagree.

What would be a frugal, good vehicle to buy? I want all wheel or four wheel drive, a six cylinder engine and I don’t want it to be too small that it would be dangerous on an interstate or too big to pull in and out of stalls at Walmart. Frugal suggestions?

What did people say?

  • ⇒ Brittany: Absolutely a Subaru! They are so reliable, good on gas, high safety ratings, and they last. Plus all models are AWD and handle well in snow.
  • ⇒ Bianca: A Honda civic! Amazing miles per gallon a good sized gas tank. Perfect size and they are cheaper as well the most expensive I’ve seen is the touring package at 31k the sport is about 26k
  • ⇒ Hannah: I’d say a frugal car would be a sturdy one with good gas mileage. I’m a big Toyota fan they are so well made and I personally have a Prius and the 55+mpg is hard to beat
  • ⇒ Kenna: Another vote for Subaru! It’s adorable AND reliable!
  • ⇒ Kendra: Toyota rav4 or highlander.

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