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13. 2015 Hyundai Sonata
Starting price: $21,975
Although the Hyundai Sonata is rated as a large car, this aspect is attractive to many parents who want to have their teens behind the wheels of a sturdier vehicle than a subcompact vehicle offers. Affordably priced in the low 20Ks, the Sonata is powered by a 2.4 liter four cylinder engine rated at 198 horsepower. The car also features a driver-shiftable six-speed automatic transmission coupled with front-wheel drive as a standard option. The auto’s fuel efficiency is rated at 28 MPG (city) and 38 MPG (highway), and it can go from zero to 60 MPH in just 6.7 seconds. Hyundai also offers a 1.6 liter Eco model in addition to a hybrid option for consumers to choose from when buying their teen a car.
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