First Car reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 314 Reddit reviews across 18 subreddits and 43 posts to rank the best First Car brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/CarsIndia, r/whatcarshouldIbuy, r/askcarguys, r/car, r/AskAnAustralian. Top-rated brands include Toyota (4.4/5), Honda (4.3/5), Maruti (4.3/5).
Stats
Reviews314
Subreddits18
Posts43
Brands32
Products92
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#1
Toyota
4.4
(62)
"Corolla, mazda 3, yaris, all perfect starter cars"
"Corolla, mazda 3, yaris, all perfect starter cars"
"2000’s Corolla is perfect"
"Japanese, Toyota is the better brand for resale and reliability."
"Used Japanese mid size SUV; RAV4 or Kluger is a safe bet"
"My MIL had a 2000ish Corolla. She wanted a new car because she said hers would likely die soon. Nope. 6-7yrs later, her old Corolla is still running fine"
"The Toyota Corolla is the most popular car in the world."
"Toyotas are nice and reliable but demand a premium and parts are more expensive than something like a ford"
"Toyota Corolla or Camry. Honda Civic or Accord. There are no other answers!"
"Toyota Corolla/Camry, Honda Civic/Accord, that’s basically the best cars you can get, they look good, are comfortable and economical to drive, and reliable"
#2
Honda
4.3
(52)
"An old Honda. Reliable, safe, and won’t cost an arm and a leg."
"Can’t really go wrong with them, they’re reliable."
"Honda civic 1.8 petrol all day long."
"Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla."
"I had a Honda civic and it was great. They are cheap, reliable."
"Honda Civic."
"The Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, and Mazda 3 are of the similar size."
"A 5 spd is a very fun car to drive."
"Civic SI - very mod-able platform, high parts availability, reliable."
"I'd look into a Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, or something similar."
#3
Maruti
4.3
(36)
"Swift would be perfect."
"Buy used Baleno cvt"
"Absolutely recommended. Effortless city driving and parking."
"Satisfies everything and everyone."
"Pocket friendly, tried and tested car."
"Baleno."
"No nonsense car. Gets 22kmpl."
"Go for Baleno. You won’t regret it."
"Great for beginners."
"Amazing mileage and reliability."
#4
Hyundai
4.5
(34)
"It's a great little car."
"Just got a car for my mom. exter amt. we also had the same budget."
"Exter SX 1.2 AMT can be the perfect first car as it provides good height for the driving position."
"Easily Exter or Wagonr. Great visibility and easy to drive."
"Exter would also be a good option. Being a compact SUV, its a fun to ride car!"
"Best pick - Exter."
"Go for grand i10 nios."
"Go for i10 Nios like someone else said."
"Grand i10 Nios Asta AMT will be a good choice."
"I10 or i20 is the best option for you."
#5
Tata
4.2
(33)
"Tata Altroz. Too good."
"Got before a month ago, similar requirements."
"Fulfills all your requirements."
"Literally love my car."
"Tata Tiago EV is best at 8L on road."
"Try altroz"
"Tata Tiago"
"Why not go electric? Under 10 lakhs you will get Tata or MG."
"Are you considering EV? TIAGO EV?"
"Go ahead with fronx delta+(o) variant."
#6
Mazda
4.5
(15)
"Corolla, mazda 3, yaris, all perfect starter cars"
"Alternatively, an MX5 (any) is great. Loads of room in the engine bay, a giant aftermarket scene, but just keep on top of rust."
"MX5 is a great place to start. Loads of aftermarket parts, good OE parts availability, simple, easy to work on, reliable to start with, massive owner community, loads of information available."
"It's a safe low-power platform with fantastic handling and near-legendary reliability."
"The Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, and Mazda 3 are of the similar size."
"A great first car would be a NA/NB Miata, awesome cars, handle great."
"Mazda 3 or Civic."
"Check out new/CPO Subaru Impreza, Mazda 3… might be able to find base models for around $22k"
"Mazda 2, Mazda 3, Toyota Yaris, Toyota Corolla, Hyundai i30, Kia Rio, Kia Cerato."
"A mazda 3 2015 model i touring or i grand touring."
#7
MG
4.3
(13)
"My suggestions would be either Grand i10 NIOS or MG Comet EV"
"Your requirements scream MG Comet."
"Or else Grand i10 CNG nios is also great."
"This car has no competition."
"I would recommend MG comet, ticks all boxes."
"MG Comet."
"Comet or tiago ev would be good for city traffic"
"What about MG comet?"
"Mg comet ev"
"Test comet as well, you might like it."
#8
Subaru
4.3
(8)
"A well rounded recommendation would be a Subaru Impreza. Good AWD car with “some” power, very well balanced, excellent traction control system and good fuel economy"
"I’ve had no issues driving my 2010 Subaru Outback."
"Check out new/CPO Subaru Impreza, Mazda 3… might be able to find base models for around $22k"
"Subaru Impreza or for a tad bit more a WRX."
"Get him a na Subaru Impreza, they're pretty safe."
"You can find a decent WRX for around 10k."
"You probably won’t get one for under $10k, but a used Subaru BRZ/Scion FR-S would be a cool first car."
"Subaru impreza, toyota corolla or mazda 3."
#9
Ford
4.4
(7)
"It's been great driving it so far."
"I love my focus and would recommend one to anyone looking for a new car."
"I'd be looking at a crown Victoria/ mercury grand marquis / Lincoln town car... They're also pretty damned luxurious for the price."
"Something small like a corolla or focus would be good. Easier to park and drive in the city."
"I'd go for a 90s Euro hatch. Think Mk1/2 Clio, Peugeot x06, Mk3/4 Golf, Saxo, Mk 4/5 Fiesta."
"Had a 02 Taurus. Engine is strong, comfortable ride."
"07-11 ford focus. Lots of parts, relatively reliable."
#10
Nissan
4.0
(6)
"My thought is. Nissan Leaf. 1) pretty cheap for the model year. 2) modern safety equipment/crash standards. 3) very practical (hatchback)"
"Electric: Nissan Leaf."
"Nissan Magnite cvt."
"Go for Magnite AT."
"I’d try to lease her a pretty cheap EV like a Leaf."
"A used Leaf might suit."
#11
Kia
4.2
(5)
"Small, quick enough, cheap, cheap insurance."
"You could pick up a new or near new Kia Picanto with a 7 year warranty."
"Kia Carens, 1.5 NA Prestige Optional."
"I'd rather put my daughter in this than an older car."
"Kia Forte 2010-16."
#12
Fiat
4.3
(4)
"I absolutely love driving it."
"It’s a great little car."
"I do find it reasonable on petrol, gets me from A to B and have had very few issues."
#13
Suzuki
4.3
(4)
"Get a swift or maybe wagonr easiest cars to drive."
"Buy the new dezire bro it has 5star."
"I would suggest going for Celerio."
"Get the Suzuki Swift RS. It's a hot hatch, so nice handling and amazing practicality."
#14
Volkswagen
3.8
(4)
"Another suggestion I'd make is a mid 90's hatch, so golf GTi, Fiesta xr2i or 205 GTi. I've owned or played with all 3 and they are great fun and easy to fix."
"MK7 GTI is a good option."
"Tiguans are nice, and for a VW, decently reliable."
"If you’re willing to do a bit of research and have a trusted mechanic, a polo off marketplace could be a good shout."
#15
Mitsubishi
4.7
(3)
"I loved and adored my Mitsubishi mirage."
"Check for used Mitsubishi Mirage or Mirage G4."
"Try a Lancer. Much more maintenance friendly, better mpg."
#16
Chevrolet
4.3
(3)
"Highly recommend."
"Gen 2 cruzes, particularly later years of that generation (like that one) are pretty reliable."
"Chevy Sonic with the 1.8l engine."
#17
Renault
4.0
(3)
"I'd go for a 90s Euro hatch. Think Mk1/2 Clio, Peugeot x06, Mk3/4 Golf, Saxo, Mk 4/5 Fiesta."
"Go for a cheap French hatchback like a Clio / 106. These are super basic, easy to mod, cheap to run, and (importantly) cheap to break."
"Look at Peugeot 208 or Renault Cleo."
#18
Citroën
4.0
(3)
"Lovely little car."
"It's rated for cheapness and reliability."
"We booked a Citroen c3 automatic."
#19
Acura
4.0
(3)
"The Acura V6 is legendary bulletproof."
"Acura tsx, TL."
"Look for a 1st gen tsx they are great cars easy to work on and last forever."
#20
Volvo
4.0
(2)
"Volvo S60, XC60 or XC40."
"Volvo works well and are very safe. S60 is a solid pick."
#21
Buick
4.0
(2)
"I'm 17 as well and I'd say a ~1996-2005 GM car, Buick LeSabres are some of the cars I'm looking at and in my area they can be found between 2.5K and 5K for a nice one with under 150K miles."
"Buick LeSabre."
#22
Skoda
4.0
(2)
"A Skoda Fabia or Rapid would be a good shout."
"I'd go for a Fabia or Rapid."
#23
Kia, Skoda
4.0
(1)
"Kia Sonet, Syros or Skoda Kylaq all three are good."
#24
Maruti Suzuki
4.0
(1)
"Buy new dzire. It won't be flashy but super reliable."
#25
Toyota, Hyundai, Mazda
4.0
(1)
"A small Toyota or Hyundai. Very common cars, reliable."
#26
Audi
4.0
(1)
"What’s the budget, go for an Audi A3."
#27
Lexus
4.0
(1)
"Lexus IS, ES or Acura ILX, TSX, TL."
#28
GM
4.0
(1)
"Anything with the GM 3.8 V6 is a good choice."
#29
MPVs
4.0
(1)
"Otherwise good choice naman ang MPVs."
#30
Crossover
4.0
(1)
"If not okay rin mag crossover para mas madali sa parking and traffic, or even a hatchback."
#31
Hyundai, Maruti Suzuki
3.0
(1)
"I would suggest to go with Hyundai/Maruti Suzuki cars."
#32
SUVs
2.0
(1)
"I suggest not going the SUV route unless you need the diesel punch or the 4x4 capabilities."
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