3 Best Back To School Hondas

As the school year approaches for students in the Burien area, you may want to think about purchasing a reliable vehicle. These three best back-to-school Hondas will help you reach your destination safely without forcing you to spend a lot of money.

Honda Fit

The Honda Fit is an economical option that’s fun and safe to drive. The MSRP for a 2016 Honda Fit is $15,890. That’s pretty affordable for a new car. Of course, you can choose a pre-owned model to save even more money.

The Honda Fit comes standard with a four-cylinder engine that produces 130 horsepower and 114 pound-feet of torque. That’s enough power to take you from zero to 60 mph in less than nine seconds. It also has impressive safety features, including a multi-angle rearview camera and a tire pressure monitoring system.

College students heading off to their first year at school will appreciate the hatchback’s roomy interior. It offers plenty of space for moving basic items into a dorm room or apartment. Plus, you’ll have plenty of room for laundry when you visit home.

Honda Civic Sedan

The Honda Civic is a best-seller for good reason. Not only is it affordable, but it comes packed with features students will love. With a starting MSRP of $18,640, you get a lot of bang for your buck, including safety features, comfort, fuel-efficiency, and more.

The base model of the Civic Sedan, the LX, comes standard with brake assist, Vehicle Stability Assist with Traction Control, and a tire pressure monitoring system, so you never have to guess when your tires need some air. Bluetooth HandsFreeLink and Streaming Audio lets drivers have a safe ride while still being able to stay in touch. The base trim even comes standard with a 5-inch color LCD screen. When sending their kids back to school, parents will find comfort in know that the 2016 Honda Civic Sedan received the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s Top Safety Pick + and a 5-Star Safety Rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Honda HR-V

The Honda HR-V is slightly more expensive than other cars on this list (MRSP from $19,215). If you can afford the higher price, though, it’s well worth it.

The HR-V is essentially a smaller version of Honda’s popular CR-V SUV. Anyone who wants an SUV that doesn’t take up an entire lane on the road should consider buying the HR-V.

You’ll get plenty of perks from an entry-level HR-V, including a rearview camera and Bluetooth Streaming Audio and HandsFreeLink. A 5-inch color LCD display and MP3 and auxiliary input jack also come standard. The 2016 HR-V received a 5-star overall rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, making this another great pick for back-to-school safety,

Buying a car isn’t easy when you’re in school. Since these three vehicles have low prices, though, you should be able to find an option that fits your budget.

The 2016 Accord Sedan with Honda Sensing™, the 2016 Accord Coupe with Honda Sensing™, the 2016 Pilot with Honda Sensing™, and the 2016 CR-V Touring have been awarded the coveted 2016 TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in recognition of their superior crash safety performance.

Safety matters most, and the 2016 CR-V, Accord, Fit, Odyssey, HR-V and Pilot earned top marks with a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov). Model tested with standard side airbags (SAB).

*Based on 2016 EPA mileage/highway estimates and driving range ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your MPGe/MPG and driving range will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery age/condition, and other factors. For additional information about EPA ratings, visit http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/label/learn-more-PHEV-label.shtml

*MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $835.00 destination charge and options. Dealer prices may vary.