Kristin, a 38-year-old Huntington, West Virginia resident who drives long distances, is seeking a smaller, more fuel-efficient AWD crossover with comfort features and an up-to-$25,000 budget to replace her 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
The What Car Should You Buy? column recommends considering used plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), noting that PHEVs have depreciated faster than standard hybrids and can deliver more features for the money; for example, a Hyundai Tucson PHEV SEL with about 53,000 miles was cited at just under $22,000, originally priced near $38,000, and it includes power-adjustable front seats and adaptive cruise control and should get up to 35 MPG.
That Hyundai Tucson example fits Kristin's budget and addresses long-drive comfort with adjustable seats and adaptive cruise, but What Car Should You Buy? advises she confirm drivetrain, cargo space and real-world fuel economy for West Virginia's hilly, snowy roads.
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