Best Chevrolet Vehicles for College Students
Whether you’re navigating freshman year or getting close to graduation, reliable and fun-to-drive transportation will make your college years more enjoyable and less stressful. At Wilson Chevrolet in Stillwater, Oklahoma, our wide selection of cars and SUVs includes several budget-friendly models that are perfect for hauling couches, getting to and from your part-time job, or escaping off-campus for the weekend.
Chevrolet Sonic
The Chevrolet Sonic is a small, efficient sedan that’s big on value and features. For the 2020 model year, its turbocharged engine goes easy on tight budgets, yielding up to 34 mpg on the highway.* The model comes with the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System, which includes a 7-inch touch screen and Bluetooth®, plus Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ smartphone compatibility so you can easily access your favorite music and podcasts. If you need extra cargo space for moves across campus or drives back home, the Sonic is available in a roomy, versatile hatchback model.Chevrolet Malibu
With the Chevrolet Malibu, you’ll get a comfortable, capable vehicle with a distinguished style to help you stand out in all the right ways. This midsize sedan boasts a roomy interior for up to five passengers and a trunk that can fit up to 15.7 cubic feet of cargo volume. Stay in touch with the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System and its 8-inch color touch screen. You’ll also get standard Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®, and there’s an available 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot to give you an internet connection wherever you go. The 2021 Malibu has a 160-horsepower turbo engine that provides a nice balance of responsiveness and fuel economy, giving you up to 36 mpg on the highway.**Chevrolet Impala
Everything about the Chevrolet Impala is big: its size, its engine and its overall attitude. You’ll love hitting the highway or cruising the streets of Stillwater with the car’s muscular 305-horsepower 3.6-liter V6 engine. Its spacious interior can fit five adults comfortably, and you can also stuff the trunk with a generous amount of luggage, sports gear or whatever else you want to pack, thanks to the 2020 model’s 18.8 cubic feet of cargo volume. Wherever you’re going, you’ll stay entertained and informed with the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System as well as a nice six-speaker audio system.Chevrolet Trax
If you want the lifted ride height and extra capability that an SUV can give you, the Chevrolet Trax is an affordable entry-level option that won’t let you down. Its engine yields a wallet-friendly 31 mpg on the highway for the 2021 model year, and you can even get the Trax with traction-improving AWD.*** The flexible Cargo Management System allows a wide range of passenger and cargo configurations. The rear 60/40 split seats fold flat to open up 48.4 cubic feet of cargo space, and you can even fold the front passenger seat flat to carry items up to 8 feet long. The Trax saves plenty of room for fun as well with smartphone connectivity and available SiriusXM® Radio.Chevrolet Equinox
There’s a reason the Chevrolet Equinox is such a popular vehicle. This small SUV is an incredibly versatile and reliable solution for carrying passengers, loading cargo, and even towing a trailer. With the rear seats folded down, you can load your luggage and supplies in 63.9 cubic feet of cargo volume for your next getaway. The Equinox doesn’t skimp on tech, either. Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® come standard, and the Bose® premium seven-speaker audio system is available for listening to high-quality music.To find the Chevrolet vehicle that’s right for your needs as a student, visit us here at Wilson Chevrolet in Stillwater, Oklahoma, and we’ll set you up with a test drive.
*EPA estimated.
**EPA-estimated 29 MPG city/36 highway with 1.5L engine.
***EPA-estimated 26 MPG city/31 highway (FWD models).