If you're shopping for a fuel-efficient car, should you consider buying a used Volkswagen vehicle? There are plenty of great options to choose from here at Patrick Volkswagen, but there are a few things that you should know before you insist on buying pre-owned.
Discontinued Models
One thing that you should know about shopping for used cars is that you might end up encountering fuel-efficient vehicles that are no longer available. Some of our smaller cars, like the Volkswagen Beetle and some versions of the Volkswagen Golf, have been discontinued. The Volkswagen Passat just had its last model year.
That means that you may be able to get behind the wheel of a used car that offers good fuel economy numbers but isn't going to get an upgrade for a new model year.
Modern Improvements in Fuel Efficiency
It's also important to remember that many improvements have been made to our vehicles in recent years, and that includes upgrades to fuel efficiency. That means that newer vehicles are likely to have better fuel economy ratings. This isn't always a hard and fast rule though, so do your research and see which version of your ideal VW model is going to help you save at the fuel pump.
New Electric Models
You should also know that the Volkswagen brand is introducing more electric models. These vehicles are brand new or ready for their debut in coming model years, which means that you won't find them on our used car lot. These green VW cars won't require a single ounce of gasoline, so if you're looking for ways to save at the gas station these new models may suit you better than a pre-owned car would.
If you're looking for a car that won't guzzle gas, we're ready to help. Visit our VW dealership serving Worcester, MA and find a fuel-efficient Volkswagen vehicle that you can depend on today!