Whether it’s for high school, college, or grad school, students need safe,

stylish, and affordable cars. On the following pages, we will detail the top

five auto picks under $20,000, plus two honorable mentions that broke our

price cap by mere dollars. We’ll also give you a quick guide to financing

your future car.

Toyota Prius c | $19,080

At the very top of our list is a car that has been getting high reviews since its

inception. The Prius c is one of the lowest cost hybrids on the market, and is

also the child of the most reliable hybrid on the market – making this model

our top pick. It also includes great features and top safety scores.

Mileage: 53 mpg city | 46 mpg highway

V A L E D I C T O R I A N

Chevrolet Spark | $15,220

This car is Chevy’s first time out with a mini-car, but man, did they pack it

with features! Not only does it have 10 airbags and great safety scores, it

also comes complete with the technology that students want, like

Bluetooth calling and smart phone connectivity.

Mileage: 30 mpg city | 39 mpg highway

D E A N ’ S L I S T

Toyota Yaris | $14,370

With its fresh new look and its excellent fuel efficiency, the Yaris is definitely

a fun car to drive. It comes in a 2-door hatchback and a 4-door sedan –

both models can be beefed up with tech and audio packages without

breaking the bank.

Mileage: 30 mpg city | 38 mpg highway

D E A N ’ S L I S T

Dodge Dart | $15,995

This subcompact car is stylish, peppy, and comes in three different trims,

which all come in under $20,000. These cars have a zippy 2.0-liter 160 –

horsepower 4-cylinder Tigershark engine and a wonderful, smart redesign.

Mileage: 25 mpg city | 36 mpg highway

H O N O R R O L L

Chevrolet Sonic | $14,185

This is one of the bigger vehicles on our list, and it’s the first and only car in

its class to receive a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score for Safety. The Sonic also

has a turbocharged engine and offers up to 40 mpg on the highway.

Mileage: 29 mpg city | 40 mpg highway

H O N O R R O L L

$24,275

If you are looking for an SUV with

high safety scores and long-term

dependability, look no further.

Chevrolet Volt This “extended range electric

car” is great for those looking

for a green vehicle with style.

The next two cars are a little pricier than the others, but can fit your budget

if you check out certified pre-owned dealerships.

H O N O R A B L E M E N T I O N S

Mileage: 35 mpg city | 40 mpg highway $20,015

Jeep Patriot

Mileage: 23 mpg city | 30 mpg highway

Financing

Most students will have to finance their first car. We have included a

few tips to keep in mind.

• Build your credit before you get your loan.

• Make a budget – don’t overextend yourself.

• Get a co-signer with a good credit score to reduce your

interest rates.

• Put down the largest down payment you can afford.

• Always make payments on time.

C O N T A C T U S

For more information, please call

888-370-9444

Or visit

http://www.desertsunmotors.com/

Desert Sun Auto Group is a

knowledgeable dealership

offering new and used cars

with exceptional customer

service and without the hassle.

They have a friendly and skilled

staff that will help first-time

buyers and seasoned

customers alike find the

perfect car for their budget.