The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and Consumer Reports (CR) has released an updated list of suggested vehicles for teens.
The list includes 74 used vehicles priced at $10,000 or less. Another 48 models that come with automatic emergency braking and highly rated headlights can be found for under $20,000.
“Given consumers’ economic anxiety and the uncertainty around future vehicle prices, the availability of a wide range of safe, affordable used options is welcome news,” said Jessica Jermakian, IIHS senior vice president for vehicle research. “Helping your kid achieve a milestone of independence shouldn’t require compromising on safety.”
The annual list of teen vehicles, which CR and IIHS have produced jointly since 2020, is intended to help families prioritize safety without busting their budgets.
The IIHS, said teen drivers were already at heightened risk because of inexperience and immaturity, and said vehicle choice was particularly important for this demographic.
The full list can be viewed on the IIHS website.
