Consumer
Reports rated the best and worst cars for
your money. Vehicles that are reliable, perform
well, and don\'t cost much to own represent the
best values. Overall, researchers found small
cars and sedans provide the best bang for the
buck. See the full list of best- and
worst-valued vehicles here.
Worst Value Ford Explorer XLT
Consumer Reports researchers liked the room
inside this SUV and said it had a steady ride.
However, they found the MyFord Touch control
interface distracting and say its reliability
has
gone down. This model is rated the fifth-worst
choice for your money by Consumer Reports.
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Worst Value Nissan Armada Platinum
The large SUV seats eight and is noisy, gets 13
miles per gallon overall and offers a stiff ride,
say Consumer Reports researchers. It is listed as
the fourth-worst choice for the value by the
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Worst Value Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara
Landing at No. 3 of the Top 10 worst vehicles for
your money, this Jeep model gets 17 mpg overall
and has clumsy handling, according to Consumer
Reports researchers. They also found the interior
uncomfortable and say it's difficult getting in
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Worst Value Jaguar XJL Portfolio
The second-worst car for your money is the Jaguar
XJL, according to Consumer Reports. Reliability
and a lack of head room are what landed this
luxury vehicle on Consumer Reports' worst list.
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Worst Value BMW 750Li
This sporty luxury car isn't what it used to be,
Consumer Reports researchers found. Controls are
complex and frustrating and the ride is described
as ''punchy.'' It is listed as the No. 1 worst
car for your money. (Getty Images)
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Best Value Toyota Corolla
The Corolla is listed as a good, small sedan,
though Consumer Reports researchers say it's a
bland choice. However, the 32 mpg and MSRP of
$16,230 get this model the magazine's rating of
No. 5 for best value. (Getty Images)
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Best Value Scion xD
Landing at No. 4 on the Consumer Reports Top 10
best cars for your dollar list, the Scion xD got
poor reviews for its bumpy driving and noise
level, but CR researchers found it is miserly
with fuel -- clocking in at 29 mpg overall.
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Best Value Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE
This Toyota hybrid came in as Consumer Reports'
third-best car for the money based on its 38 mpg
average. The V6 model is powerful and starts at
$22,240. (Getty Images)
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Best Value Honda Fit (base)
The four-door hatchback offers a
surprising amount of interior room and boasts 33
miles per gallon on average for the manual
version. The Fit starts at
$15,400 and earned Consumer Reports' second-best
valued car rating. (Getty Images)
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Best Value Toyota Prius Four
This is the winner of Consumer Reports'
evaluation of the best cars for your money. The
five-passenger car does not have to be plugged in
and averages 44 miles per gallon overall -- 55
miles per gallon on the highway. It is priced
between $23,000 and $39,000. (Getty Images)
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Consumer Reports rated the best and worst cars for your money. Vehicles that are reliable, perform well, and don’t cost much to own represent the best values. Overall, researchers found small cars and sedans provide the best bang for the buck. See the full list of best- and worst-valued vehicles here .