First time driver in canada, looking to buy a new car

Mar 1st, 2022 12:23 am

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ninja55 [OP]: Newbie; Jul 10, 2016; 40 posts; 11 upvotes

Mar 1st, 2022 12:23 am

First time driver in canada, looking to buy a new car

I am having a hard time finding a decent used car with good safety features within my 10-15k budget, the price is so close to new, I am deciding to go new. I am thinking about choosing the Toyota Corolla L/LE 2022, the Hyundai elantra 2022 ivt essential or preferred and also the Kia Forte LX or EX. Which one of these would be better for a new driver.

Mar 1st, 2022 1:12 am

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MP3_SKY: Deal Guru; Jul 12, 2003; 12362 posts; 4876 upvotes; Toronto

Mar 1st, 2022 1:12 am

Corolla, a great commute car. Reliable. Cost maybe slightly higher than the other 2, but get way better resell value.

Retired Forum Moderator February 2009 - June 2015

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Mar 1st, 2022 1:34 am

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Quentin5: Deal Expert; Feb 8, 2014; 27711 posts; 11858 upvotes; Socially Distanced

Mar 1st, 2022 1:34 am

Corolla, good car, solidly reliable.

That said the Beige Corolla is the unofficial RFD mascot so you must buy it in Beige (kidding)

In fact in Rand McNally they wear hats on their feet and hamburgers eat people

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Mar 1st, 2022 1:46 pm

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insync44: Deal Addict; Dec 22, 2010; 1847 posts; 428 upvotes; BC

Mar 1st, 2022 1:46 pm

Honda Civic 4 door.

we are all just one bad day away from losing everything

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Mar 1st, 2022 2:15 pm

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test9251: Deal Fanatic; Aug 27, 2012; 6008 posts; 1298 upvotes; Toronto

Mar 1st, 2022 2:15 pm

I suggest go for mid sized sedan (camry/accord/sonata/etc..)

Mar 1st, 2022 2:17 pm

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glenn9090: Sr. Member; Mar 12, 2013; 637 posts; 316 upvotes; YEG

Mar 1st, 2022 2:17 pm

corolla for sure.

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Mar 1st, 2022 3:41 pm

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Xtrema: Deal Fanatic; Sep 1, 2004; 9891 posts; 9466 upvotes

Mar 1st, 2022 3:41 pm

If this is your 1st time we have driven and 1st time you have owned a car, Corolla.

Gives you the most trouble free experience and highest resale value.

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Mar 1st, 2022 3:43 pm

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webworm: Deal Addict; Dec 6, 2006; 2757 posts; 1178 upvotes

Mar 1st, 2022 3:43 pm

I have a 2003 Corolla CE (purchased new in June 2002) so will be 20 years old in a few months with 580,000K. Still runs like a charm. Waiting to buy a new one eventually when supply issues work them selves out.

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Mar 1st, 2022 6:00 pm

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RSX-S: Sr. Member; Jan 7, 2005; 935 posts; 365 upvotes; Toronto

Mar 1st, 2022 6:00 pm

Unless you need the space, you can also consider 1 size down, Toyota Yaris, Honda Fit, etc.

Years ago, Corolla/Civic (that a lot of people learned how to drive with) were the same size as current day Yaris/Fit.

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Mar 1st, 2022 8:10 pm

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aeba7: Deal Fanatic; Nov 4, 2008; 7308 posts; 9507 upvotes; Scarbs

Mar 1st, 2022 8:10 pm

Also - get a dashcam

When given enough time, all threads on RFD can and will go off on a tangent.

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Mar 2nd, 2022 8:59 am

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Nishant872: Member; Nov 5, 2021; 203 posts; 129 upvotes

Mar 2nd, 2022 8:59 am

aeba7 wrote: ↑ Also - get a dashcam

which of the models/company are reasonable, reliable, and if you suggest a few.

Mar 2nd, 2022 9:35 am

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darknebulae: Sr. Member; Nov 9, 2021; 960 posts; 2044 upvotes

Mar 2nd, 2022 9:35 am

Nishant872 wrote: ↑ which of the models/company are reasonable, reliable, and if you suggest a few.

VIOFO A119 V3 is great.

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Mar 2nd, 2022 9:38 am

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sik20fan: Member; Dec 11, 2011; 479 posts; 729 upvotes; CALEDON

Mar 2nd, 2022 9:38 am

I recommend Porsche's new 911 GT3. With it's big wing and weight over the rear driven wheels, it will provide ample traction in the winter with a set of performance winter tires.

Have fun!

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Mar 2nd, 2022 11:21 am

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Nishant872: Member; Nov 5, 2021; 203 posts; 129 upvotes

Mar 2nd, 2022 11:21 am

darknebulae wrote: ↑ VIOFO A119 V3 is great.

Thanks! I see this is a front only, in your opinion, do we need a front and back dashcam?

Mar 2nd, 2022 11:36 am

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aeba7: Deal Fanatic; Nov 4, 2008; 7308 posts; 9507 upvotes; Scarbs

Mar 2nd, 2022 11:36 am

Nishant872 wrote: ↑ Thanks! I see this is a front only, in your opinion, do we need a front and back dashcam?

The Viofo is great. I installed some viofos for my parents, but I personally use an aukey dr02. Both have been problem free for 3 years now. Also remember to get a high endurance sd card to go with it, and to check your footage every month or so to see if there are any problems (missing clips, skipping, choppiness etc)

For the rear cam - I honestly don't think so. Most of the time, the person that rear-ends you is at fault

When given enough time, all threads on RFD can and will go off on a tangent.

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Mar 4th, 2022 9:08 am

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Nishant872: Member; Nov 5, 2021; 203 posts; 129 upvotes

Mar 4th, 2022 9:08 am

thanks!

Mar 4th, 2022 10:44 am

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alanbrenton: Deal Expert; Apr 21, 2004; 56528 posts; 21625 upvotes

Mar 4th, 2022 10:44 am

I would go with a hybrid Corolla, at today's gasoline prices.

https://driving.ca/reviews/road-test/ca ... lla-hybrid

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Mar 4th, 2022 1:01 pm

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deliciousbagel: Newbie; Dec 6, 2020; 82 posts; 59 upvotes

Mar 4th, 2022 1:01 pm

alanbrenton wrote: ↑ I would go with a hybrid Corolla, at today's gasoline prices.

https://driving.ca/reviews/road-test/ca ... lla-hybrid

Definitely agree. If majority of your driving is in city, Corolla hybrid would be a great choice.

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Mar 4th, 2022 3:59 pm

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CNeufeld: Deal Guru; Mar 23, 2008; 13006 posts; 9971 upvotes; Edmonton

Mar 4th, 2022 3:59 pm

None of those cars should be awful for insurance, but before committing to any purchase, you may want to request an insurance quote, especially as a new driver. It would suck to be locked into a purchase, and then find that your insurance costs are as high (or higher) than your car payments.

C

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