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Summer is ending, but the new car deals aren't!
Introduction
Summer is winding down, the kids are heading back to school, but there’s still plenty of time for a quick road trip or top-down jaunt to the beach. With many vehicles itching to find a new home, manufacturers are offering some excellent incentives right now. We took a look at all financing deals, and picked our favorite that ring in under 4%. Whether it's a new family toter, or fun-in-the-sun drop-top, don’t let a lack of cash get between you and ending summer with a bang!
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Starting MSRP: $42,230
Incentive: 0.9% up to 36 or 1.9% for 60 months
Expires: 9/07/2010
Acura's midsize SUV is consistently regarded as tops in the midsize luxury suv segment. The standard features of the base MDX include 3.7L V-6 300HP engine, 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st, 2nd and 3rd row overhead airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, 18" alloy wheels, cruise control, ABS and driveline traction control, and a Super Handling All-Wheel Drive(TM) system.
Starting MSRP: $37,350
Incentive: 1.9% up to 36 or 2.9% up to 60 months
Expries: 9/06/2010
The compact luxury SUV market is white-hot and Audi's entry, the cute Q5, can usually be found at the top of the heap. The base Q5 includes a 270HP 3.2-liter V6 engine, 6-speed automatic transmission, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, Sideguard curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, 18" alloy wheels, cruise control, driveline traction control, and a quattro all-wheel drive system.
Starting MSRP: $26,245
Incentive: 3.9% up to 60 months
Expires: 9/07/2010
Buick's completely new midsize sedan was released last year and it was received with almost immediate praise. Aside from the snazzy exterior and high-quality interior, the LaCrosse is also regarded as a Top Safety Pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The standard LaCrosse features a 182HP 2.4-liter 4-cylinder enigne, 6-speed automatic transmission, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, 17" steel wheels, cruise control, traction control, and StabiliTrak stability control.
Starting MSRP: $29,224
Incentive: 0.0% up to 60 months
Expires: 9/07/2010
Who needs a minivan when you can have all the practicality and efficiency in a crossover? Chevrolet answered that question with the Traverse. Perfect for roadtrips and families, the base Traverse includes a 281HP 3.6L V-6 engine, 6-speed automatic transmission, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st, 2nd and 3rd row overhead airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, air conditioning, 17" steel wheels, cruise control, driveline traction control, and stability control.
Starting MSRP: $28,950
Incentive: 0.0% up to 36 or 1.9% up to 72 months
Expires: 8/31/2010
Proving square can be cool, Ford's somewhat retro, all-practical Flex is the ultimate road trip machine. The base trim includes a 262HP 3.5-liter V6 engine, 6-speed automatic transmission, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, Safety Canopy System(TM) curtain 1st, 2nd and 3rd row overhead airbag, airbag occupancy sensor, air conditioning, 17" alloy wheels, cruise control, driveline traction control, and AdvanceTrac(R) w/Roll Stability Control(R) stability control system.
Starting MSRP: $24,250
Incentive: 1.9% for 60 months
Expires: 8/31/2010
There's no better way to enjoy the last days of summer than blasting around with the top-down in a new MINI Cooper Convertible. While MINI's drop-top is physically small, it's big on personality and features. Standard on the MINI Cooper Convertible is a 118HP 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine, 6-speed manual transmission, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, 16" alloy wheels, cruise control, driveline traction control, stability control, and power mirrors.
Starting MSRP $15,345
Incentive: 0.0% for 60 months
Expires: 8/31/2010
Whether for the new grad in your family or an additional car to your fleet, it's hard to beat the recently redesigned Mazda3 in terms of fun, practicality, and reliability. The base Mazda3 packs quite a punch with its standard feature set: 148HP 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine, 5-speed manual transmission, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, 16" steel wheels, power mirrors, power windows, SIRIUS-ready AM/FM/Satellite-capable in-dash mounted single CD MP3 decoder with 4 speakers, steering wheel controls, and speed sensitive volume.
Starting MSRP: $19,995
Incentive: 2.9% for up to 63 months
Expires: 8/31/2010
Subaru's midsizer stands out for its standard all-wheel-drive system, interior space, and top safety scores. The base legacy features a 170HP 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, 6-speed manual transmission, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, air conditioning, 16" steel wheels, cruise control, driveline traction control, and of course all-wheel drive.
Starting MSRP: $32,390
Incentive: 0.0% for up to 60 months
Expires: 8/31/2010
If you'd love a convertible, but don't want to lose practicality, the Eos is worth a look. Along with the only power retractable hard top that features a sunroof, the Eos features a 200HP turbocharged and intercooled 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine, 6-speed manual transmission, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), side seat mounted airbags, driver and passenger side airbag head extension, airbag occupancy sensor, Climatronic automatic climate control, 17" alloy wheels, cruise control, driveline traction control, and stability control.
Starting MSRP: $39,200
Incentive: 0.0% up to 72 months
Expires: 8/31/2010
While it may not be the sportiest, Volvo's full-size luxury car is as comfortable as it is safe. The base S80 features a 235HP 3.2-liter 6-cylinder engine, 6-speed automatic transmission, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS), SIPS side seat mounted airbags, curtain 1st and 2nd row overhead airbags, airbag occupancy sensor, automatic, 17" alloy wheels, cruise control, driveline traction control, and a stability control.