Top Used Family Sedans
A two door vehicle can
technically be called a
sedan, but all of the top
sedans are four door. The
reason for this is that
having a door in the back
makes it so much more
convenient to get in and
out, especially when you are
dealing with children. The
typical used sedan offers
two rows of seats with
sufficient seating from for
five passengers, though in
some sedans the back middle
set is a tight space. Used
sedans hold their extra
cargo in a trunk located at
the rear of the vehicle.
Sedans can be found in other
formats, but usually a sedan
has fixed window frames, so
when you open the door, the
window frame opens with it.
Some sedans feature
“fastback” styling, where
the trunk area blends into
the passenger area. Sedans
are available in many makes,
models, sizes, and price
ranges, and are vary from a
basic economy car to a
luxury vehicle. Here are the
used sedans that will give
the most value and
satisfaction:
The 2007 Toyota Camry
The Camry came into
production in 1983 and one
of America's best-selling
passenger cars. This used
car has an MSRP estimated at
$18,270 to $27,820. It is
known as a great family car.
This used car is slightly
lower priced then its
competitors. The fuel
economy is 22 to 26 mpg,
depending on city or highway
driving. Only two other
vehicles, the Ford F-Series
and the Chevrolet Silverado
pickup trucks outsell the
Camry. The Camry has
benefited from Toyota’s
commitment to quality, and a
range of options and
configurations. The Toyota
Camry is available in 10
trim levels. All Toyota
Camry's sold in the US
feature Variable Valve
Timing with intelligence
(VVT-i) technology, this
allows for reduced emissions
and more efficient engine
operation. For the base trim
front-wheel drive and a
5-speed manual transmission
are standard. For upper
trims a 6-speed automatic is
standard. The Camry is
strong in safety, as it
comes standard with six
airbags plus a driver's knee
airbag, antilock brakes and
a tire-pressure monitor. You
may also find used Camry's
with a GPS navigation
system. All levels also have
3-point seatbelts front and
rear, door guard beams,
child safety door locks on
rear doors, and electronic
brake force distribution.
The 2007 Honda Accord
This Accord is valued at
$18,625 to $29,500. It is
known for its reliability.
The standard safety features
include six standard airbags
and ABS. Rather then having
options or add-ons, the
Accord simply comes in many
trim levels, where you may
find GPS and satellite radio
on the upper levels. The
Accord has a smooth ride and
handles well.
The 2007 Chrysler 300
Larger then many in its
class, the 2007 Chrysler 300
sells for an estimated
$23,880 to $30,760. It is
not quite at the top of the
list for long-term
reliability and fuel
economy, but those looking
for a larger used car can
appreciate the Chrysler
300’s aggressive style
lines. This model holds
nothing back when it comes
to design; it has a large
front grille and long, boxy
styling. Its size is really
the limiting factor in
steering and handling, but
it does as expected. Gas
mileage averages about 19
mpg in combination highway
and city driving. The
standard safety options on
this used car are limited,
with only front airbags and
antilock brakes. Still, the
size and style make this
used car speak for itself.
Subaru Legacy and Outback
In a way, Subaru stands in a
class of its. They pride
themselves with all-wheel
drive vehicles, including
the Legacy and the Outback.
In 2000, the Legacy emerged
with a wider body and more
aerodynamic design. In 2003,
the Legacy continued safety
enhancements, engine
efficiency upgrades, and
increased fluid
transmission. As the Legacy
and Outback only get better,
this is one used car to get
a hold of, with later model
versions being the most
improved. If you desire all
wheel drive in a sedan,
Subaru knows how to do it.
Their sales in America are
expanding every year, with
the majority of the models
sold being the Outback.
The Chevrolet Impala 2007
The 2007 Chevrolet Impala
offers size, as it seats up
to six passengers. This used
car is available in six
trims, including the
entry-level LS with a
starting MSRP of $21,700,
and ending with the V-8
powered Impala SS with a
starting MSRP of $28,725.
The used Impala is perfect
for a family car buyer, with
an excellent safety rating
and good mileage. The
mileage is rated at 18 to
21-mpg city, and highway
mileage is 27 to 31-mpg. The
high end trim, Impala SS
goes beyond the family
vehicle, and focuses on
performance. It has a
powerful engine and the
styling is decent, although
it could forgo the
plastic-like interior. The
2007 Chevrolet Impala
received excellent safety
testing, 5-stars in driver
and passenger frontal crash
testing, 5-stars in front
seat side impact, 4-stars in
rear seat side impact, and
4-stars in rollover testing.
This used car comes standard
with airbags with dual-stage
deployment, crash sensor,
trunk anti-trap, side head
curtain airbags, 3-point
seatbelts, and side guard
door beams, child safety
door locks, radio
anti-theft, vehicle
anti-theft, and keyless
entry.