Choosing a car is not an easy task, in particular because of the large assortment of cars of different brands on the market. Such abundance is observed in all segments - from budget to premium. For a person who understands cars and clearly knows which model is right for him, choosing a new car is not a problem, but novice drivers and people who have not changed their vehicle for a long time may encounter a number of difficulties.
The number of criteria and wishes, the observance of which determines how suitable a car is for us, is almost impossible to calculate. Choosing a car based on parameters is a painstaking and time-consuming process, and the wrong approach to this important stage will spoil the pleasure of a new car. The main search criteria include:
Car class and characteristics
We recommend starting with this parameter - focus on the number of passengers and the purpose of the trip (transporting people and transporting goods are two very different things).
Cost
No matter how you look at it, there’s no escaping the price. However, buyers often forget that the costs associated with the purchase are not limited to the cost of the car itself. Don’t forget about consumables, maintenance, re-registration costs, insurance... For a beginner, we recommend purchasing a cheaper car. As a rule, the service life of the first car is the shortest due to the driver's low skills.
Manufacturer
Which brand of car to choose is up to you (some people care about their image, which will perfectly complement the badge on the hood, others are loyal to their favorite brand - there are many reasons). The main thing you should not forget about is the availability of service centers in your city: no one wants to travel several hours to change the oil, and a tow truck to the nearest specialized center will not be cheap if the car suddenly breaks down and there is a need to take it away.
Engine capacity
Acceleration dynamics, fuel consumption, the amount of transport tax - all this depends on what is under the hood of the car. Arm yourself with a calculator and calculate which option will be your compromise between cost and driving experience.
Drive
Each type of drive has its pros and cons, and each driver has his own wishes and preferences. Think about what is right for you.
Security
In an emergency, the life and health of the driver and passengers depends on how well equipped the car is in terms of safety. Airbags, pre-tensioning belts, ABS, additional sensors and smart collision avoidance systems, reinforced body elements... Don't skimp on your own safety!
Additional options
A stereo system, air conditioning, cruise control and other additional features that you can do without, but which make travel more convenient and comfortable are an important selection criterion. Most likely, when purchasing, you will again have to compromise - you will not be ready to sacrifice something, but you can safely refuse something.