How to Compare Vehicle Ratings
Cars can cost a lot of money. Instead of buying the first car you see, it's a better idea to compare the vehicle ratings of the cars you like the best. This way, you will find out how much the car is worth and how good the gas mileage is. With this information, you will have a much easier time buying a new or used car, and you're likely to save money in the process.
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Instructions
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Navigate to the vehicle rating website, Kelley Blue Book (see website address in Resources section of this article). You can compare up to four cars at once on Kelley Blue Book.
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Enter your zip code. Vehicle ratings, such as resale value and mileage ratings, can vary based on where you live.
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Fill out the first car's information in the form under "Research & Explore." Choose whether the car is used or new. You'll need to know the make, model, year it was manufactured and the trim, depending on the model. Trim refers to the various aspects of the car, such as sedan, coupe, two-door or four-door. Click "Compare" when you're done.
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Fill out the same form with the information for the second car. Click "Compare" when you're finished.
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Click "Compare" at the bottom of the list of vehicles you entered. This will bring you to a screen where you can compare such aspects as suggested retail value, gas mileage and vehicle rating.
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Tips & Warnings
Kelley Blue Book is the most respected source for motor vehicle ratings. Other websites with vehicle ratings include Carfax and FuelEconomy.gov.
Print off comparisons and ratings to bring with you when you go to purchase the vehicle, as this will help ensure you're getting a fair price.
