I’m talking about a car that is like, a normal car. Not a sports car, not a classic car, I’m talking about a regular, practical, modern car for just driving around anywhere.
I would, personally, get myself a 2020-2022 Nissan Versa. It’s one of the few sedans on Brazil that has a 1.6 liter engine, and while the fact it has a CVT is kind of crummy I just really like how it looks and all the bells and whistles it comes with. And since I’m in Brazil, we get a dark blue version that looks amazing!
Volvo V90
Wagons are the answer.
You are asking for “family car” suggestions, yet give zero details on the family in question. But since you’re looking at a Versa as a realistic option, you should know that Nissan’s CVTs (made by Jatco) have a horrendous track record. Stay far away from them.
I’d go with whatever equivalent Toyota is available instead.
It would be me, my mom, and my brother, and a bunch of cats being transported sometimes. The only other realistic option I’d have would be the Volkswagen Virtus (it’s essentially just a sedan version of the Polo).
As someone who abhors water-cooled VWs, I would sooner drive a VW over a CVT-equipped Nissan.
I would buy another Toyota Camry. Had a 2005 model for almost two decades and in that time I had to replace the alternator and then the radiator got a hole in it right before we traded it out for a different type of vehicle.
Would have kept it if we had enough room to park it, as it was still in great condition and everything still worked including the A/C.
Anything besides a piece of shit Nissan
As much Accord as you can afford.
It’s a saying for a reason. It’s a great car for a great price. My Dad was in the automobile business (service side) since I was born until he retired and this was always his advice and that of most of the people he worked with. There were a few that hated imports and would recommend American vehicles, none have lasted the test of time.
Mazda 3. Just because it comes with a normal transmission
