Older adults like you have unique needs when it comes to transportation. Not just any car will do, especially if you still lead an active lifestyle. The problem is: not every vehicle out there will suit your preferences or basic requirements.
That in mind, you have to take the time to check out your options and decide which car to buy or switch to. The personal finance website Bankrate recommends that "figuring out transportation solutions should be part of your retirement planning" and uses tips from Consumer Reports to determine what qualities you ought to consider in a car.
Primarily, you should look for a vehicle that will allow you to clearly see the road and your surroundings while driving. The driver's seat should also be easy to adjust while the controls and stability features should likewise be convenient and tailored for safety. Four Subaru models made it to the list, including the 2012 Impreza, the Legacy (2010-2013), the Outback (2010-2013) and the Forester (2009-2012).
If you're choosing among used cars, consider the 2011 edition of the Subaru Forester. This compact SUV is perfect for different kinds of lifestyles:
For Busy Professionals and Entrepreneurs
Do you frequently go on business trips out of town or even casual meetings with suppliers or associates? The 2.5-liter engine of the 2011 Forester is certainly up to the task, and various owners and reviewers recognize its good performance as a used vehicle. The ratings on the car's fuel economy is agreeable at 20-21 mpg in the city and 26-27 mpg on highways.
For Outdoor Enthusiasts
If you love going on golf trips, skiing holidays, fishing expeditions or even good old camping trips, then the SUV offers several benefits. First, it offers desirable maneuverability amid wet or relatively rough roads with its all-wheel drive. Secondly, you can fit about 68.3 cubic feet of cargo for models without a sunroof if you fold the rear passenger seats. Thirdly, you have a lot of modern infotainment equipment like Bluetooth, satellite radio, a USB port and the optional TomTom navigation system.
For Heads of a Family or Informal Groups
The 2011 Subaru Forester gives you a comfortable drive during family outings and other leisurely trips with its roomy cabin and cozy seats for the driver and four passengers. Plus, it assures safety as you have a rearview camera, electronic stability control, rollover sensor and other safety features that earned it its 2011 TOP SAFETY PICK award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Highway Loss Data Institute.
Be sure to check out the other qualities of this dependable car in dealerships around Baton Rouge, LA, such as Baldwin Subaru.
Sources:
2011 Subaru Forester, IIHS HLDI
2011 Subaru Forester Gets New Base Engine, Equipment Changes, CAR AND DRIVER
Used Car: 2011 Subaru Forester Review, U.S. News Best Cars
