6 Best Cars for Your Teenager: 2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS

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2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS

• Base MSRP: $15,580
• Engine: 1.8 L 4-cyl
• Warranty: 5-year, 60,000 miles

The Elantra is a step up from the Fit in size and price (by about 250 pounds and $2,400). While Hyundai may not be a name to turn heads in high school parking lots, it's still well under $20k new, it has all the modern safety features and it sips gas. The 2011 redesign did wonders for its looks, which matter to teens.

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