Does Consumer Reports have a car buying guide?
Before you buy a new car, check with Consumer Reports! Our latest New Cars guide is filled with recommendations and insights from testing more than 250 vehicles at our very own auto track. Find your new car in confidence with this 201-page guide!
Which is the best car in 2010?
The winners: Cars
- 2010 Nissan Versa. Best Subcompact Car.
- 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. Best Sports Car.
- 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. Best Luxury Sports Car.
- 2010 Hyundai Elantra. Best Compact Car.
- 2010 Honda Fit. Best Hatchback.
- 2010 Toyota Camry. Best Midsize Car.
- 2010 Ford Taurus. Best Family Sedan.
- 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
What do consumers look for when buying a used car?
Consider the kind of car you need, how you’ll use it, and your budget. Don’t forget other costs like registration, insurance, gas, and maintenance. Research models, options, repair records, safety tests, and mileage.
What is a buyer’s guide for used cars?
The federal Used Car Rule requires dealers to display on each used car offered for sale a window sticker, called a “Buyers Guide,” that includes warranty and other important information for consumers.
What is FTC used car Rule?
The Used Car Rule, formally known as the Used Motor Vehicle Trade Regulation Rule, has been in effect since 1985. It requires car dealers to display a window sticker, known as a Buyers Guide, on the used cars they offer for sale.
How many used cars does Consumer Reports have?
We are dedicated to bringing to buyers a comprehensive view of their local marketplace as well as transparency around vehicle pricing and condition. Consumer Reports partners with Cars.com and TrueCar.com to provide car buyers with over 1.5 million local used cars.
How does Consumer Reports reliability rating affect your car?
Consumer Reports’ reliability ratings show how well vehicles have held up and the odds that an owner could be inconvenienced by problems and repairs. A vehicle’s reliability can seriously affect how satisfied you’ll be with a car over the years, and it can significantly influence resale value when you’re ready to replace the vehicle.
What should I look for when buying a used car?
Narrow your shopping list by targeting models known for reliability, a virtue that becomes more important as a car ages and falls out of warranty. Condition, mileage, age, equipment levels, and the region all affect vehicle value.
How long has Consumer Reports been testing products?
Since 1936, Consumer Reports has been testing products and working to create a fairer, safer, and healthier marketplace. Click here to learn more about Consumer Reports’ mission as a nonprofit organization.