It is said that the best car for a teenager are those that get terrible mileage. That way, the teenager wont be able to afford to drive too far from home. Although there are plenty of thrifty vehicles that are a pretty good start for teenagers and perfect for first -time car buyers – especially those who are lucky enough to be able to afford a brand new automobile instead of the family’s older clunker.

Let’s take a look at 9 of the best cars for teenagers and examine what exactly makes them a strong choice for the younger set.

9. Honda Civic 2015:

Honda Civic has been quite a popular car especially among the teenagers. Honda has been quite a popular brand among the youth and the 2015 version is no exception. The new model is spectacular and makes is quite spectacular. The vehicle comes in both coupe and sedan body styles. The vehicles are reasonably thrifty, decent looking and have a reputation for steadfast reliability. A 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 143 horsepower and 129 lb-ft of torque powers both these cars. Both two-door and four-door versions of the base trim 2015 Civic are paired to a 5-speed manual gearbox.

8. Subaru Impreza 2015:

As a gaming enthusiast, the Subaru Impreza has been quite a popular car. The Subaru Impreza comes with a revamped look, revamped engine and a lot more. The Impreza is an impressive car that is incredibly fast, incredibly smooth and stunning. The vehicles are available in both sedan and wagon editions. The Impreza comes with a 2.0-liter boxer four-cylinder engine that delivers 148 horsepower and 34 mpg on the highway – proving that one no longer has to give up efficiency in order to benefit from the added security of all-wheel drive, making the Impreza one of the safest and best first cars for teenagers out there.

7. Chevrolet Sonic:

Chevrolet’s Sonic is quite an affordable car that suits the needs of all teenagers. The vehicles are available in both sedan and hatchback body styles. The Sonic provides drivers with an inexpensive entry point into new vehicle ownership. Available features such as Bluetooth connectivity back up the Sonic’s attractive lines. The vehicle carries a 1.8-liter, 138-horsepower four-cylinder engine, with the option of a turbocharged, 1.4-liter four-cylinder motor that produces the same number of ponies but boosts torque and fuel economy that go up to 40 miles per gallon on the highway.

6. Volkswagen Golf

German engineering combined with teen spirit is the best match. The all-new Golf 2015 edition is a super compact, affordable hatchback that can be availed in 2-door and 4-door editions.  Despite the vehicle’s small size, the car provides great practicality. The Golf goes easy on gas and provides 37 mpg highway when ordered with its 1.8-liter, 170-horsepower four-cylinder turbo engine. Stepping up to the TDI gives teens even more savings at the pump thanks to 45 mpg highway from a 2.0-liter, 150-horsepower four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine, making it one of the best first cars for teenagers.

5. Ford Focus:

Ford Focus 2015 is a sophisticated and stylish sedan and comes in a hatchback version too. This vehicle puts almost all other compacts at shame. The Focus delivers great handling for its affordable price point along with an abundance of features. This vehicle offers a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine that develops 160 horses and 140 lb-ft of twist on its way to posting fuel mileage numbers of 26 mpg in stop-and-go driving and 38 mpg on the highway.

4. Honda Fit:

Honda Fit is a subcompact hatchback car that carries plenty of features and an attractive price. The Honda Fit’s Magic Seat feature makes it a snap to rearrange the passenger compartment and unleash the vehicle’s 52.7 cubic feet of storage space, made even more usable by its flat load floor. The Fit is also one of the best cars for teenagers because it will also keep the fuel bill low during the journey thanks to the 32 combined mpg offered by its 1.5-liter, 130-horsepower four-cylinder engine.

3. Volkswagen Beetle:

The Volkswagen beetle is one of the most sought after cars that looks like a bug and is powered with a brutal force. The Volkswagen Beetle’s retro looks have been thoroughly modernized in its latest incarnation. The 2015 model is based on the same general platform as the VW Golf. The new beetle offers a base motor that offers 170 horsepower, 1.8-liter four-cylinder. The higher version of the beetle is available in a 2.0 liter, turbocharged four-cylinder version that tames 210 horses.

2. Mazda Mazda-2:

The Mazda 2 from mazda is a prototype built for modern teens. This small, effective car is pretty good and goes pretty easy on the pocket. This subcompact hatchback delivers better than average handling, in keeping with the brand’s sporty design philosophy, and from behind the wheel its light curb weight plasters a smile on the face of drivers despite the relatively modest 100 horsepower produced by its 1.5-liter, four-cylinder engine. Teens won’t be drag racing from stoplight to stoplight in the Mazda2, but they will be able to squeeze an impressive number of miles from a tank of gas thanks to its 35-mpg highway rating, making the tiny Mazda2 one of the best first cars for teenagers.

1. Dodge Dart:

The 2015 Dodge Dart provides aggressive and athletic styling in a compact sedan package that appeals to younger buyers looking for a pleasing mix of look-at-me design and attractive pricing. The Dodge Caliber seats up to five passengers, can haul 13 cubic feet of cargo, and offers plenty of standard features. A 160-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers fuel mileage of 36 mpg during highway cruising motivates the base model Dart.