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2006- Present Toyota RAV4
Toyota
Starting price: $12,000 and up
IIHS crash test rating: Good
Why buy it: Since its US debut in 1997, the Toyota RAV4 has helped popularize the compact crossover SUV. For new drivers, the third generation RAV4 which debuted in 2006 and the fourth generation offering from 2013 to present make for the best options. These models offer the best combination of safety, infotainment, and more power engines options. Both generations comes with a broad option of 4- and 6-cylinder engines.
2010- 2015 Toyota Prius
Toyota
Starting price: $11,000 and up
IIHS crash test rating: Good
Why buy it: Since its debut in 1997, Toyota has sold more than 3 million Priuses globally. The fifth generation Prius was on sale in the US from 2010 to 2015. The highly efficient hybrid offers a surprising level of utility in addition to the 51 mpg fuel economy in the city. The Prius is powered a 134-horsepower version of Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy drive system.
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