Used Sedan Buying Guide

When buyers from New Orleans, Slidell, and Kenner are shopping for a great sedan that will meet their needs and budget, they know that the best value and reliability can be found at Premier Clearance Center Metairie. Our dealership is focused solely on providing our customers with pre-owned vehicles that represent value, safety, and dependability. In addition, our team of used car experts is ready to help you evaluate your needs, driving style, and budget to ensure you purchase the perfect sedan for you. But before you begin test driving the gently used options we offer, our team wants to prepare you with a little bit of general information to help you narrow down your search and ensure you get the sedan that will function well for you today and in the future.

The Three Sedan Categories

Buyers love sedans because they feature four doors for easy access, a secure, out-of-sight trunk for cargo, a relaxing space, and all the basics you want and need, from comfort features to infotainment to safety. The biggest question you will need to answer is what size sedan will offer you the most value. The three main sizes for sedans are:

• Subcompact – Subcompact sedans are the smallest of the sedan family and often provide a very appreciated fuel economy that can be as much as 35 to 40 miles per gallon. These small sedans are ideal for the Hammond driver who is logging a lot of miles and wants economical transportation for up to five. First-time buyers love subcompacts because they are affordable to purchase and economical to drive. These selections are easy to drive and park in places with limited space,, like city streets in Baton Rouge. Some of the best-selling subcompact models include the Nissan Versa, Kia Rio, and the Hyundai Accent.

• Compact – Compact sedans are the next larger selection and also offer seating for five, a trunk for luggage, and storage that is out of sight, and all the features you will want on your daily commute or a road trip. As a slightly larger car, the compact sedans also have a bit higher purchase price and offer a bit less fuel economy. However, you can still find great compact sedan options that deliver over 30 miles per gallon. Buyers appreciate the added space in these cars that are still easy to drive and park in limited spaces, as well as the easy maintenance and care of popular compact choices like the Kia Forte, Mazda3, Honda Civic, and the Toyota Corolla.

• Mid-Size And Full-Size – The remaining segment of the sedan family covers all cars larger than the compacts. Ample space for five passengers and greater cargo capacity are popular reasons buyers choose the larger-size sedans. What you will sacrifice when you purchase the more spacious models is the lower purchase price and operating cost. The fuel economy for larger sedans like the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, and Nissan Maxima will fall in the 20-something miles per gallon range, and can have a sticker price 10 grand or more above the smaller models.

Getting What Is Right For You

The most vital factor in selecting your next vehicle to purchase is that it meets your wants and needs. For that reason, a stop at Premier Clearance Center Metairie is highly recommended. As a dealership focused solely on used cars, we have no allegiance or obligation to any specific manufacturer. Our team of sales experts is working for you to ensure they meet your needs above all else. We are the dealership that can get you behind the wheel of a Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Chevy, and Kia all within moments of each other to help you compare and contrast all your options and ensure a choice that you will be happy about for years to come. Be sure to also check out our certified pre-owned sedans for added value and a manufacturer’s warranty on your new-to-you sedan purchase at Premier Clearance Center Metairie.