subject: Bestselling Japanese Used Cars [print this page] The website Edmunds.com has come up with a list of the best used cars for the year 2012, citing that the most important factors when choosing a used car are safety, reliability, value, and availability. The choices were limited to those vehicles manufactured from 2005-2010. Here are the bestselling Japanese used cars that passed the test with flying colors. Read on to see why they made it to the top of consumers most wanted list.
The 2005-2010 Nissan Altima got the nod as the best used car in the midsize sedan category. Among its top-selling features is its new style, from its attractive look to its spacious interiors that are made up of soft-touch materials. The Altima has a powerful V6 engine and also utilizes continuous variable transmission or CVT, providing a smooth driving experience and higher fuel efficiency. In 2007, a hybrid version of the Altima was released, adding to the plus points of the sedan.
In the compact SUV/crossover category, the Honda CR-V was hands-down the best SUV to have when considering buying Japanese used cars. Even as an SUV it is affordable, fuel-efficient, and easy to drive; even as a compact one it makes use of space well, providing enough leg room for passengers and storage for cargo. This high-quality SUV performs well and depreciates slowly, making it a highly commendable piece of Japanese automotive engineering craftsmanship.
In the midsize to large category, Toyotas Highlander tops the list, simply because theres nothing it cant do. It is interesting to note that the Highlander was built on the platform of Toyotas bestselling sedan in America, the Toyota Camry. The Highlander is actually the first mid-size SUV to have its platform based on a smaller car.
If youre looking for a reliable, safe, and high quality minivan with lots of space and a hideaway third-row seat, the Honda Odyssey is the best for you. Want more power in your selection of Japanese used cars? The Toyota Tacoma pickup is the bestselling car in the compact truck category for its reliability, power, and overall performance. The Tacoma replaced the Hilux when it was introduced in 1995.
In recent years, hybrid technology has gotten ever more advanced, with new features and improved fuel economy added to newly-developed hybrids. As new hybrids enter the market, the older models find their way to secondhand-car owners. The hybrid that tops the list is Toyotas Prius, in particular the third generation model. This version, launched in 2010, boasts of better fuel mileage, more power, and more standard controls than previous models. Excellent fuel economy and care for the environment in one stylish package.
If youre in the market for Japanese used cars, it would be good to refer to this list to give you an idea on the top-selling cars in different categories. However keep in mind that different cars have different features and strengths, and knowing which would best meet your needs would help you decide which used car to buy.
