Honda Civic Among KBB.com's Top 10 Best Back-to-School Cars

HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. - Aug. 16, 2013 - PRLog -- The size of a vehicle is often seen as an indication of its safety, but small affordable cars can be surprisingly safe, such as the Honda Civic, which has just earned a spot in KBB.com's list of Best Back-to-School Cars 2013. The list comprises models under $20,000 that provide the best combination of style, safety, fuel efficiency and value for students. The 2013 Honda Civic also boasts a Top Safety Pick+ rating in crash tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

The latest round of IIHS crash tests included a demanding small overlap front test for collisions affecting the front corner of a vehicle. Kelley Blue Book analyst Karl Brauer noted that small vehicles do not necessarily sacrifice on safety, and the 2013 Honda Civic proved that point by receiving the top "good" rating across all tests, besting all other small cars tested. KBB.com also praised the Civic for its design and build quality, making it an obvious choice for a back-to-school vehicle.

"Parents and students alike look at the cost of ownership as a primary factor influencing their decision, but safety is also a main concern," said Ravel Mejia, general manager of Millennium Honda, a Honda dealership in Long Island, N.Y. "Test results show that the Civic is not only a versatile and economical option, but also safer than any other car in its class."

With a sticker price well below $20,000 for the base sedan and coupe models and fuel economy rating of up to 39 mpg on the highway, the 2013 Honda Civic is certainly a budget-conscious option. Young drivers will also get a dose of excitement thanks to its array of technology accessible via the i-MID infotainment system, like background pictures, Bluetooth connectivity and music streaming.

About Millennium Honda:

 

Millennium Honda serves Long Island residents from its convenient location in Hempstead, N.Y. Their dealership offers new and used Honda vehicles, including the Honda Civic, Accord and Odyssey to drivers from Nassau and Suffolk counties who require reliable and efficient transportation. Drivers who need Honda service and parts will also benefit from their customer-focused approach. You can visit their showroom at 286 N. Franklin St. in Hempstead, N.Y., call them at 888-579-2541 or find them online at http://www.millenniumhonda.com. They can also be found on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/MillenniumHonda.