Safe cars with good gas mileage for college kids?

My parents bought me a 2001 Toyota Tacoma but it gets like 22mpg at most and they won't sign the truck over to me even though they insisted on buying it, so I'm looking for my own vehicle. That truck is very small, a 2-seater, and I barely have room for anything in it especially if there's a passenger.

I'm not looking to buy anything soon, probably within the next 2-3 years. I'm working 2 jobs to save up money till then. I'd prefer a new car, that way there's not many miles on it.

What are the best, safest, affordable vehicles out there for a college kid? I don't like weird-shaped cars such as Kia Souls. Honda Fits are ok though. Are they a good car?

Be thankful that your parents have given you transportation. If the car was in your name the insurance would also need to be and that could cost you several hundred dollars per month to maintain. 22mpg is not bad mileage for the so called economy car group so buying another may only give you a few miles per gallon more which is not a big advantage. Have you considered adding a tonneu cover on the bed to provide more secured storage area?

The Soul's spacious interior provides impressive leg room and cargo space. With it's innovative features and unique design, it's certainly one of a kind. We recommend stopping by your local Kia dealership and taking one for a test drive.

Raul T.
Kia Social Team

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