What are the best vehicles for college students?
First off, congratulations! You made it through your high school years! Either that or you’re headed back for another year of college; either way, congratulations! Your life is headed into a new chapter with a new direction. And with a new direction that calls for good transportation to get you there. Which leads to the question what are the best vehicles for college students? With all the options available, it can be hard to know what’s best in terms of safety and dependability, especially when traveling out of state. So, let’s dive into some of your better options rated for safety and dependability.
If you aren’t familiar with the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety they are a non-profit organization that focuses on educating consumers on vehicles. They do this by rigorously testing models of vehicles. Today we will be going over some of the top-rated safety vehicles chosen by them.
Ford Bronco Sport
2023 Ford Bronco® Sport being driven through snow
Starting off with the Ford Bronco Sport, this small SUV is not only stylish but it was rated superior in safety for the front-vehicle crash test. The Bronco Sport also offers a great fuel economy ranging from 21 MPG city to 28 MPG highway. Which comes in handy when it comes to saving money on gas.
Ford Escape

2023 Ford Escape
Another great option would be a Ford Escape. The Ford Escape offers a spacious interior and it also tested superior in safety for the front-crash test. A front-crash test for example would be a head on collision. The fuel economy on this vehicle ranges from 27 MPG city to 33 MPG highway. Although if you were to get the all-wheel drive version that fuel economy does drop down to 26 MPG city to 31 MPG highway. Which makes the Ford Escape better than the Bronco Sport if you’re looking for best in gas mileage.
Ford F-150
Image of a 2023 Ford F-150
For those that may need a little more trunk space or the option to haul things, a Ford F-150 pick-up truck would be your best option. Selected by Edmunds, an organization that tests/rates new vehicles, the Ford F-150 has been chosen as the top-rated truck for the third year in a row! For good reason as the F-150 offers impressive towing and hauling capabilities, a roomy interior, and capability to handle any terrain. Once again being another vehicle that tested superior in the front-crash safety test. How’s the fuel economy? Depending on the year it will differ but going off 2023 you can expect it to range from 16 mpg city upwards to 26 mpg highway. Therefore not the most fuel-efficient of our options but great for safety and capability.
Which one should you pick?
Overall, when looking for a new vehicle to take you where you need to go, prioritize safety and fuel-efficiency. Your friends and family will thank you as well as your wallet. For more options check out the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. They provide a list of top-rated safety vehicles as well as safety specs for most vehicle models. That way you can drive off to college ease free knowing your vehicle can handle every situation.
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