I need a Car

I dont know where to post this without getting Biased opinions, so mods please dont delete this, if there is somewhere better to post it, can you move it, or let me know and ill do it? Thanks

In about a Year (when i graduate) Ill be getting a car as a graduation present, so far, ive narrowed the cars i want down to:
Mazda 6
Acura RSX
Toyota Celica GT-S
Scion TC
Tiburon GT

I want something reliable, fuel efficent, easy to work on, easy on insurance, etc... Not necesserily something fast. Ill be getting a CBR600RR this summer, so the car will be a bad weather car while im going to school in AZ. Thanks for your input, and please include reasons for your Choice. Thanks.

*edit* naturally, it will be a manual

Car Comparisons Id say.

Ill move it for ya, and get the Mazda.

where is that at? thanks.

Go with a 4-cylinder Mazda6 sedan. It's everything you listed that you wanted, and pretty sporty too. The 2.3L Mazda engine is simple, powerful, and economical enough for your needs. The RSX or tC could work too, although insurance will be higher since they are sport coupes. The Tiburon GT doesn't get the best gas mileage (since it's got a V6), and the Celica GT-S is definitely meant for performance and not a whole lot else.

how about the mazda3 hatchback?
2.3l 160hp/150ftlbs.
bad:
0-60 is .2 off the 6
1/4 is .3 off the 6

Good:
70-0 is 15' shorter
skidpad is .7 higher
~2 mpg better
~500 lbs. lighter
cheaper insurance
and a few grand less.

The Mazda3 sedan or hatchback could work too. And I don't see how the Mazda3 can be slower than the Mazda6 when they both have the same engine; the Mazda3 is noticeably lighter. It's probably got tighter gearing too.

The Mazda3/6 are nice cars. But I just can't say no to the RSX. There is a lot of aftermarket stuff for it.

The TC's are very nice and have alot of cool features *what other car u know that has illumnated cupholders if u want* While the RSX will be quick. As for celica there won't be ne new ones seeing as they are killing them off. Just in case you where wanting a new one.

If the RSX is the Type S...then winner hands down...if not...then the next fastest is the Celica GT-S

Best of luck

The question isn't which one is the fastest, NISSANSPDR. He's looking for something reliable, easy to work on, good on gas, and easy on insurance.

The question isn't which one is the fastest, NISSANSPDR. He's looking for something reliable, easy to work on, good on gas, and easy on insurance.

Well the RSX-S and GT-S are everything but easy on insurance

I'm sure the 2.3L in the Mazda3 is more economical than the high-revving motors in the Celica GT-S and RSX-S. Besides, performance is low on his priority list, so why deal with the discomforts of a sport coupe when he could get a nice sedan like the Mazda3?

im going to suggeset the tC even though it is high on insurance since its a coupe.
2.4L engine 160hp/163torque.
22mpg city and 30 highway
toyota reliability, which means itll last longer than the mazda, VERY easy to work on. The interior styling is great, and even the rear seats decline, the car surprised me with its little features for the first month and a half lol. well go out and test drive some cars, dont take what i say to heart, buy whatever you like the most

I would get the 3 or tC. Im leaning toward the tC. I just like toyotas a lot. They last for ever, are good on gas, and the tC rides good. I have never driven a 3, I have heard good things about them. The tC and 3 are simalar. Same HP, both big displacement I4's. I say drive them then pick from there

i voted for the tc, but being a bit more practical, the mazda 3 would be better

I test-drove both last July, and I liked the Mazda3 better. Yeah, the tC is reliable, pretty good on gas, and unique, but the Mazda just handled better, shifted smoother, and felt faster. Plus, I appreciate the practicality, lower insurance, and added stealth that come with driving a sedan. You can get either one out the door for under 17K. The tC has more feature content and a smoother ride - it's a lot like a miniature Lexus - but the Mazda3 has it beat in driving dynamics and all-around performance. Take your pick, those are my top two recommendations as well.

If I were in your position, I'd get the tC.

I own a Celica GT-S, and I really love my car.. but the insurance is killer.

id pick the tc..looks good..performs well...TONS of options...for only 16k...what other car gives you standard 17" chromes, moonroof, and a pretty good sound system...add onto that toyotas reliability..my pick , take the tc