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2014 – Present Kia Soul
Kia
Starting price: $10,000 and up
IIHS crash test rating: Good
Why buy it: Although the Kia Soul isn’t the most conventional looking car around, it’s fun and quirky personality along with a high level of utility has won it countless fans over the years. The second-generation Soul crossover debuted in 2014 and is powered by either a 130-horsepower or 164-horsepower 4-cylinder engine. As with all Kia products, the Soul comes with an industry-leading 10-year, 100,000 mile limited powertrain warranty.
2009 to 2014 Acura TSX
Acura
Starting price: $14,500 and up
IIHS crash test rating: Good
Why buy it: From 2009 until 2014, the Acura TSX offered buyers a safe and reliable alternative to more mainstream entry-level luxury sedans from German and other Japanese manufacturers. The TSX can be had with either a 201-horsepower 4-cylinder engine or a 280-horsepower V6. Both engines offer good fuel economy and solid Honda reliability.
In fact, the TSX is actually rebadged version of the Japanese and European-spec Honda Accord. Those looking for more utility can opt for a rare wagon version of the car.
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