Used car reviews

Including pros and cons, tips what to look for in a used car, maintenance advice, links, specifications and more.

These reviews were written for used car buyers. With this in mind, in addition to a test drive, we also spoke with mechanics who service these cars and with people who drive them to know their opinion. Do you have one of these cars? Do you want to share some tips with people who planning to buy one of these cars used?
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Toyota Corolla 1993-2008

Best-selling model in the world; more than 27 million Corollas have been sold in 140 countries by 2004. Why is it so popular?

Honda Civic 2001-2005

Very economical and inexpensive to maintain, one of the most reliable cars on the road.

Volkswagen Jetta
1999-2005

Classy look, stylish interior, standard ABS, variety of engine choices, good safety records.

Toyota Matrix 2003-2008

The Toyota Matrix offers a combination of stylish sporty look, spacious and versatile interior with excellent fuel economy of a small car.

Honda Accord 1998-2002

Stylish look, well-designed interior, high-tech reliable engines made Honda Accord a top contender in its class.

Honda Accord 2003-2007

With a roomy well-designed interior, good safety ratings and one of the best-in-class fuel economy for 4-cylinder models, the 2003-07 Honda Accord remains a top competitor in its class.

Toyota Camry 2002-2006

One of the top choices in a mid-size family sedan class, Toyota Camry has been holding the title of the best-selling passenger car in the U.S. for many years.

Nissan Altima 1993-2006

Definitely worth to consider if you are in the market for a used mid-size car.

Nissan Maxima 2000-2003

The Maxima is a spacious mid-size four-door sedan with many attributes of a luxury vehicle. Very reliable, excellent V6 engine, roomy and well-designed interior, standard ABS.

Ford Taurus 2000-2006

Not too expensive, very comfortable, roomy interior, good handling. Not the best quality, but this car doesn't have that many problems compared to the previous models.

Honda CR-V 2002-2006

The Honda CR-V remains one of the best choices in small SUV category. Fairly economical, Good crash test ratings, especially for 2005-06 model, spacious and versatile interior, available leather seats.

Subaru Forester 2003-08

Small car-based SUV with excellent all-weather handling. Good visibility, maneuverable, capable AWD system. Very good crash-test scores. Decent towing capability.

Ford Escape 2001-2007

America's best-selling small SUV. Not very expensive, good handling, spacious and comfortable interior. Perfect size; not too big, not too small, available powerful V6.

Toyota Highlander
2001-2007

Toyota's best-selling SUV. One of the best mid-size car-based SUVs available. Good quality, smooth car-like ride, comfortable interior, reasonable gas mileage for an SUV, reliable.

Nissan Pathfinder
1996-2004

If you are in the market for a used medium-size truck-based SUV, the Nissan Pathfinder should be one of the top choices.

Honda Odyssey 1999-2004

High crash test ratings, well-designed spacious interior, folded third-row seat, powerful V6 engine, standard ABS - all this is makes the Honda Odyssey one of the best minivans on the current market.

Toyota Sienna 1998-2003

The Sienna is essentially the Toyota Camry with minivan's body. Smooth, powerful engine, comfortable interior, standard ABS, five stars for both driver and passenger in NHTSA frontal crash test.

Dodge Caravan 1996-2000

Best selling minivan in the world. Not the most reliable, but nice looking, handles well, comfortable and affordable.

Dodge Caravan 2001-2007

Stylish look, versatile interior, affordable price. With introduction of new Stow 'n GO seats in 2005 the Dodge Caravan continues to be a world best selling minivan.