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LIFE & TRENDS


LOWEST-PRICE VEHICLE Nissan Versa The Versa base S model with five- speed manual transmission is a budget- friendly sedan that offers standard equipment like front and rear automatic emergency braking, high-beam headlight assist, and up to 30 miles per gallon combined city/highway. PRICE: STARTS AT $17,195


NON-PLUG-IN HYBRID Honda Civic Hybrid All safety is standard with the Honda


Sensing system. It boasts sharp styling, admirable performance, excellent fuel economy, and an easy-to-use Google-based infotainment system. This car earns nearly 50 mpg. PRICE: $28,750-$32,950


PLUG-IN HYBRID Toyota Prius Prime Sleek and stylish with high-fuel economy and pleasing driving characteristics, the Prime can really help save on gas when charged frequently. But it does suffer from lackluster space for rear passengers and cargo. It offers 44 miles of electric range on a full charge and 50 mpg on gas. PRICE: STARTS AT $32,975


EV


Hyundai Ioniq 5 If you are considering an electric car, fast


charging is important. The fastest charging is delivered with 800-volt fast chargers. The more common 400- and 450-volt systems used in most EVs take twice as long to charge. The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 offers more than 300 miles of driving range. PRICE: STARTS AT $43,195


BEFORE YOU BUY Shop around online and at your local dealer before making a decision. Then check with your insurance agent — the policy cost will change your monthly costs.


Lauren Fix, The Car Coach, is Newsmax TV’s automotive correspondent. She is a nationally recognized automotive expert,


author, keynote speaker, and television host. 66 NEWSMAX MAXLIFE | JANUARY 2025


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