The Best Used Chevy Models to Beat the Daily Commute

Every day, a battle is waged on the city streets. It’s not a physical confrontation or one that involves conventional weapons, but the struggle of getting from point A to point B. This battle is called the daily commute. To win this struggle, a vehicle that’s cost-effective, reliable, and fuel-efficient is what’s needed to declare a decisive victory. These are often defined as commuter vehicles, and of all the brands that currently exist on the marketplace, it’s Chevy that has the best offerings for the commuting consumer. Here at Edwards Chevrolet 280, we have many vehicles in stock for those who are looking to save some extra pennies on their next vehicle purchase.

We’re not just a used Chevrolet dealer; we’re a location that believes in offering the very best for our customers. In order to better help our customers find the best vehicle for their commute, we’ve put together a list of examples of some of the models you may find on our used lot. Though you may not be able to find these options exactly, this is just an idea of what is out there, and our sales team would be happy to find you a model that is comparable to one of these.

2020 Chevy Sonic

Many drivers who commute to work do so on their own. When it comes to going the distance on a limited budget, look no further than the 2020 Chevy Sonic to provide a cost-effective commute that’s reliable day after day. With the vehicle’s lower-than-average cost and the depreciation that’s taken place since 2020, finding one for an affordable price is easy. With a peppy 1.4L four-cylinder engine and an efficient six-speed automatic transmission, you’ll also have the benefit of 26 MPG in the city, 34 MPG on the highway, and 29 MPG combined. Perfect for the daily grind and affording you peace of mind, courtesy of the five-star overall safety rating granted by the NHTSA.

2019 Chevy Volt

Here’s a question that a few of our readers might be wondering—is it possible to have a commuter vehicle that’s both effective at limiting trips to the pump but still allowing you to arrive at any destination in style? The answer to this is a resounding “yes.” In the past, you might have had to sacrifice aesthetics to have a vehicle that possessed conservative fuel consumption, but those two worlds were blended seamlessly in the form of the 2019 Chevy Volt. Praised by many as one of the best plug-in hybrids to hit the market early on, the Volt offered up to 53 miles of electric-only range. With its sleek look and abundance of features, you’ll have no trouble being comfortable and having all of the desired amenities when you’re behind the wheel. The estimates from the EPA are more than favorable, as they calculated savings of $5,500 over a five-year period on fuel costs.

2018 Chevy Bolt EV

Everyone needs a hero, and when it comes to the office carpool, you have an opportunity to be one, thanks to the 2018 Chevy Bolt EV. While the concept of the SUV going electric is no longer a new one, Chevy hit the ground running when they brought about the Bolt EV. Proving that comfortable seating and substantial cargo space could be had in an SUV that was fully electric, the Bolt EV is free of fossil fuel consumption and possesses a full range of up to 238 miles. This means a single charge can last for one whole week of driving, and the only need for a trip to the gas station is to fill up on nachos. With 56.6 available cubic feet of storage space, you’ll have no trouble taking it all with you on your many travels.

2018 Chevy Spark

For the city dweller, the daily commute can be a stress-inducing activity, and even the most experienced drivers describe it as an arduous task. City driving tends to involve a lot of stop-and-go traffic, crowded streets, and above all else, the constant worry about what the other drivers you might be sharing the road with are doing. Luckily, this commute can be easily managed courtesy of a small vehicle that can weave in and out of the haphazard situations you might find yourself in. The 2018 Chevy Spark is just such a vehicle.

This little hatchback has a 1.4L four-cylinder engine and a five-speed manual transmission. (Though a CVT transmission is also available and is just as efficient in the stop-and-go traffic patterns that one encounters in the city.) You might be surprised also to learn that while the Spark was not a hybrid, it was just as efficient in cutting fuel costs, with its combined 33 MPG. Broken down, you get 29 MPG in the city and an astonishing 39 MPG on the highway. For a solo commuter who calls the city home, the Spark is a vehicle too good to pass up.

2020 Chevy Malibu

Continuing with gasoline-powered vehicles that are inexpensive regarding fuel costs, the 2020 Chevy Malibu is a practical choice that won’t disappoint when you’re traveling from home to the office and anywhere else in between. The far-reaching lineage of the Chevy Malibu needs little introduction, and although the modern-day ford door sedan might not be your Malibu SS with a 454 big block, it’s just as efficient.

A four-door sedan is somewhat of a rarity these days with the SUV boom in full force, but the Malibu proves that this option is still a practical choice for the average consumer. A 1.5L turbocharged four-cylinder with a CVT offers up 29 MPG in the city, 36 MPG on the highway, and 32 MPG combined. On average, you’ll have the ability to go 500 miles in between fill-ups, and the EPA estimates fuel savings of $1,000 over a five-year period. Sedans are usually cheaper to insure than other vehicles, and Chevy’s reputation for their fleet maintaining longevity is undoubtedly well known.

2018 Chevy Cruze

We end our comprehensive list of used daily commuting vehicles with the virtues of diesel. Of course, Chevy and diesel share a solid companionship, as the company’s engines have been known for giving vehicles such as the Silverado 1500 an edge in terms of torque and towing prowess. But this technology has benefited the sedan as well. The 2018 Chevy Cruze offered up ample storage space, and thanks to its turbo-diesel engine paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission, fuel economy was elevated beyond expectations. 31 MPG in the city, 47 MPG on the highway, and 37 MPG combined prove that diesel fuel is still highly effective in a marketplace dominated by EVs.

Commuting Made Possible by Way of Edwards Chevrolet 280

The daily commute can present a plethora of challenges for any driver to face, but as we’ve seen today, Chevy continues to offer up a variety of options that make the ordeal that much easier. For well over a century, the bow tie brand has catered to the various and err-changing needs of consumers to ensure that they get from place to place as efficiently as possible. At Edwards Chevrolet 280, you’ll find a wide variety of used models that have been aged like a fine bottle of vintage wine and will help you get to where you need to go without the need for multiple trips to the pump. We can’t do anything about that presentation you have to give, but we can help you choose a vehicle that gets you to the office on time and for a lower cost.

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