At a time when many American buyers are unable to find the new vehicles that they want, Chevrolet vehicles remain reliable and affordable on the used market. Several models from past years have consistently ranked at the top of various used car ratings. Most of what Chevrolet sells is larger trucks and SUVs, so the average price of a used Chevy tends to be higher than Ford and Toyota. Unsurprisingly then, two of the top three Chevrolet models to buy used are trucks or SUVs.
Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban
The large and in charge Chevy Tahoe and Suburban SUVs remain some of Chevrolet’s most popular vehicles. These nameplates have been around for a long time and are still the must-buy models for anyone looking for a large family SUV. Buyers who have large families and/or need to haul a lot of cargo or toys will find the Suburban and Tahoe at the top of their list. You can go back pretty far on these SUVs and find reliable models as well. For example, the 2014 Tahoe has above-average reliability and still features a powerful V8 engine, roomy interior, and a smooth ride. Meanwhile, the Suburban even offers an optional front bench seat for a total seating capacity of nine people. Both the Tahoe and Suburban get the best fuel economy for their class as well.
Chevrolet Equinox
The Chevy Equinox is one of the most popular offerings from the Chevrolet brand due to its smaller footprint yet super spacious interior. Compared to rivals, the Equinox offers more standard torque/horsepower, more space, and better maneuverability. It also features an attractive design and a lot of modern features inside. One of the best years of the used Equinox is the 2017 model year. This Equinox achieved a near-perfect safety score and should be easy to find for under $20,000. The main engine for this Equinox is a 2.4-liter four-cylinder, but the V6 engine was still optional for this model year. If the Suburban/Tahoe is a great choice for families in rural areas, the Equinox is a great family vehicle for city drivers, as it features a lot of interior space, while also being easy to maneuver and gets respectable fuel economy.
Chevrolet Camaro
It’s hard to beat the Camaro brand-new as a sports car with a lot of options for every budget. However, on the used market, the Chevrolet is even more affordable and it comes with good reliability and a lot of choices. Some buyers will love finding the V8 engines on the older Camaros for a good price, but the Camaro just might be the best budget sports car available. For example, you can get a turbo four-cylinder in the 2017 Camaro that makes 275 horsepower and gets 31 MPG on the highway. It’s the ultimate moment of having your cake and eating it too.
Chevrolet has plenty of other great vehicles on the used market, including the Impala sedan and the Silverado trucks, but these are three of the best vehicles in terms of versatility, choice, and reliability.
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