How to Rate a New Car

There are many aspects of buying a car to consider when rating a car--from price to performance. The Internet can be a helpful resource for comparing different makes and models, though it is certainly not the same as being in a car and driving it yourself. In order to rate a car you will want to use the Internet to gather research already done, as well as do your own research.

Instructions

1

Know the make and model of the car you are rating. If you want to compare cars, then have the category of the vehicle narrowed down, such as sedan, SUV, etc.

2

Go to ConsumerReports.org and set up an account, if you are willing to pay a fee. This site will allow you to gather and compare various ratings, from fuel economy to owner satisfaction to GPS and other electronic systems. Decide which categories are most important to you. If you need to save money, there are many good alternative free websites. Go to Edmunds.com. You can search New Car Inventory and also compare numerous categories using this website.

3

Go for a test drive. Having gathered a good deal of base knowledge from your online research, you will be in good shape to go to a dealership, meet with a car salesman, and test drive the car you are interested in. Taking the car for a test drive will allow you to see if you feel comfortable in the car and rate how it drives.