Hi,
FIRE subreddits used to recommend to buy 2-3 years old Toyotas.
Do you think this is still the best advice today?
In the past few years:
- used cars (especially Toyota) have gotten much more expensive,
- 'cheaper' brand have risen in quality standards (Dacia Sandero/Stepway),
- gas prices increased and hybrid cars may be more frugal,
- manufacturer offer better guarantees (e.g. 5 years, 100,000km).
I was first thinking of buying a 2019-2020 used Toyota Corolla or Yaris (both hybrid). Then i saw that I can save 40% by purchasing a Dacia Sandero Stepway (petrol). Even with the fuel costs, the difference is huge between the two options.
Here is some more info about my situation:
- Budget: 20 Keur maximum. I do not currently own a car.
- Location: Luxembourg.
- Expect to drive 10,000 km/year (15 km commuting both ways, weekly groceries, occasional short trip).
- My girlfriend has a small 10 yo car which she uses for her daily commute. We plan to have a kid in the next 2-3 years.
Thanks for your help!
FIRE subreddits used to recommend to buy 2-3 years old Toyotas.
Do you think this is still the best advice today?
In the past few years:
- used cars (especially Toyota) have gotten much more expensive,
- 'cheaper' brand have risen in quality standards (Dacia Sandero/Stepway),
- gas prices increased and hybrid cars may be more frugal,
- manufacturer offer better guarantees (e.g. 5 years, 100,000km).
I was first thinking of buying a 2019-2020 used Toyota Corolla or Yaris (both hybrid). Then i saw that I can save 40% by purchasing a Dacia Sandero Stepway (petrol). Even with the fuel costs, the difference is huge between the two options.
Here is some more info about my situation:
- Budget: 20 Keur maximum. I do not currently own a car.
- Location: Luxembourg.
- Expect to drive 10,000 km/year (15 km commuting both ways, weekly groceries, occasional short trip).
- My girlfriend has a small 10 yo car which she uses for her daily commute. We plan to have a kid in the next 2-3 years.
Thanks for your help!