Best Chevy Cars For First-Time Drivers

Getting your driver’s license is exciting, but also scary for both parents and a young driver alike. When you first start out driving, you should be focusing less on getting a sweet ride with all the latest features and more on finding an affordable, safe vehicle that is also dependable and gets good fuel economy, so you don’t have to worry about getting into accidents or putting your entire paycheck into a gas guzzler. If you’re a first-time driver, consider picking up one of these used Chevy nameplates as your trusty first ride.

If any of these models interest you, head over to Jack Schmitt Chevrolet of O'Fallon to check out our inventory of used Chevy models.

Chevrolet Cruze

The Cruze is a reliable and economic sedan that gets good mileage while also having plenty of safety features . If you’re buying used, you can pick up the more recent 2016 model year for a redesigned ride that has more innovative tech, but that’s not a requirement; you can enjoy the Cruze’s great fuel economy and safety scores all the way back to its beginnings in the 2011 model year. Plus, the Chevy Cruze is hailed for its large trunk and interior optimized for space and comfort.

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Chevrolet Trax

The Trax appeared on the market back in 2015, so no matter what model year you get, it’s going to be a fairly recent car with lots of innovative and up-to-date features. It’s hailed as being easy to drive and park, with plenty of space and standard value, in addition to being a safe and capable crossover with good fuel economy.

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Chevrolet Equinox

The Equinox has been around for awhile, and is a trusted and reliable favorite in Chevrolet’s lineup. Its staples over the years include a spacious interior, a smooth driving experience even on rough roads, and in more recent used models, a standard post-collision safety system and rear back-up camera, all great features for a first-time driver.

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