When you think of Presidents Day, images of family gatherings and barbecues on the beach don't immediately come to mind. No, this holiday is about one thing, and one thing only — getting a good deal on a car.
"There are certain dates you use as benchmarks, and for car dealers in Massachusetts, Washington's birthday is a focal point to get people thinking about car sales," said Robert O'Koniewski, executive vice president of the Massachusetts State Automobile Dealers Association. "It's just a week or two before spring training for the Red Sox, people can see light at end of the tunnel. And by the third week of February, the Daytona 500 is running, so people are getting amped up about cars."
Edmunds, an automotive resource for consumers since 1966, evaluates vehicles and provides free information at its website, Edmunds.com. Features editor Mike McGrath — a Bay State native — lists recommended "best-value" buys in six segments, including five sedans, priced from the lowest MSRP. Check back on Monday for best choices among crossovers, trucks and SUVs.
2015 Honda Accord
"It's no accident that the Accord is a perennial best-seller," McGrath said. "Ample room, powerful and efficient four-and-six cylinder engines, a smooth ride and a darned nice interior add up to a vehicle that may not be the cheapest, but still feels like a great value." Americans bought 388,374 Accords in 2014, the fifth-most sold vehicle in the U.S., according to Autodata. (MSRP: $22,105, MPG: 27 city/36 highway)
2015 Ford Fusion
What would a list of reliable car values be without a Ford on it? "Without a doubt, the Fusion is the looker of the midsize sedan segment," McGrath said. "And thankfully, beauty here is more than skin-deep. The Ford drives great and has a host of niceties and safety equipment." And of note to snow-weary Bay Staters: "The Fusion's also available in all-wheel drive, a rare feature in this class," McGrath pointed out. (MSRP: $22,500, MPG: 25/37)
2015 Subaru Impreza
New England and Colorado are Subaru's top two U.S. markets. That's almost entirely due to the slick winter weather in those locales, and the fact that Subaru vehicles have standard all-wheel drive. And when the weather is nicer, the impressive handling makes for peppy driving. A price point that starts at just over $18,000 provides additional allure. (MSRP: $18,195, MPG: 28/37)
2015 Volvo S60
Available all-wheel drive is a recommended option, but the front-wheel-drive base model Volvo can still negotiate all but the worst Mother Nature can deal out. Turbocharged engines provide power without slashing fuel efficiency. A bevy of "gee-whiz" standard features — Bluetooth compatibility, satellite radio, a USB port, and Volvo's City Safety system — also entice. The S60 is really a luxury car without a luxury car cost. (MSRP: $33,950, MPG: 25/37)
2015 Chevy Volt
It's not cheap, but Volt drivers will recover a lot of cost in fuel economy. "If you've got a short commute and can live with a four-seat car, keep this one on your list," McGrath said. The next-generation Volt arrives late this year, and its electric-only range will increase to 50 miles. (MSRP: $34,345, MPG: 101/93)
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