What Are The Best Vehicles For New Drivers?

What Should A New Driver Drive?

Do you have a teen about to hit the roads for the first time? Start in our inventory to help your first-time driver find the ultimate cruiser that’s safe, affordable, and practical for rides to class and around town. To make shopping easier, we have a list of the best Ford cars for new drivers to help ensure you make the right pick—get started today by visiting us at Spitzer Ford Hartville near Cuyahoga Falls, OH, and test driving some of the Ford vehicles that are perfect for your new license holder.

Compact And Compatible: Crossovers For Teens

When it comes to driving a vehicle that’s easy to learn, a crossover is the perfect place to start, as the ride is compact enough to navigate into parking spaces or down narrow roads while also packing space inside for backpacks, bags, and more. One of the best first vehicles includes the Ford EcoSport, which features a low starting price and up to an EPA-estimated 29 highway mpg to help craft a budget-friendly cruiser. Plus, with standard Intelligent 4-Wheel Drive, your teen can learn how to remain in control in the snow or rain more easily and safely.

For another affordable and compact SUV, consider the Ford Escape, which is easy to control and comes with standard Ford Co-Pilot 360™. To help your teen learn to pay attention on the road and react to strange situations, this SUV packs systems like Automatic Emergency Braking and Cross Traffic Alert to assist your new driver in safely learning to check surroundings carefully during each trip.

Are Bigger Cars Good For New Drivers?

If you’re looking for a mid-size SUV, it’s hard to go wrong with a Ford Explorer. This ride not only packs three rows to make room for extra friends but also packs a Terrain Management System™ to help your new driver tackle tricky surfaces that can unexpectedly pop up, like snow-covered roads. Plus, the IIHS listed the 2023 Explorer on its Top Safety Pick+ list, letting you know this is one of the safest vehicles on the road with exceptional crash test ratings.

Smooth Cruising For You Teen: Start In Hartville, OH

If your teen just got a license or permit, head to Spitzer Ford Hartville near Akron, OH, and test drive the best Ford vehicles for first-time drivers. While you’re here, we’ll assist you in any way possible, such as helping you find a model with available safety features like BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) or providing you with our honest insights in how well a vehicle will work for an individual who’s new to sitting in the driver’s seat. We can also walk you through some of the driver assists to help you see in action how well a Ford model can protect your teen—and that’s only the beginning of how we’ll put your needs first when you work with us.