Affordable and Reliable: Top 4 Cars for College Graduates on a Budget

Right now is a great time for college graduates to get behind the wheel of their favorite Honda sedans including the 2023 Accord and Civic. The Honda Graduate Program*** offers $500 toward new 2023 Hondas when you finance or lease through Honda’s financial services.

Individuals who have graduated within the last 2 years or will graduate in the next 6 months all qualify for the available offer. All graduates need is:

• Proof of current or future employment
• Necessary credit and document requirements
• No adverse credit history
• A qualifying graduation date

There’s no better vehicle to accompany you on this new phase in life than a reliable Honda sedan. The Civic and Accord are both some of the most popular and recognized vehicles on the market.

2023 Honda Civic 

The Honda Civic offers young drivers a sporty, sleek design combined with quality performance and fuel efficiency. With 4 different available trim options, there’s sure to be a Civic model for every driver’s needs.

The Civic LX is an affordable and dependable sedan that averages 31 mpg in the city and 40 while on the highway. Included Honda Sensing features help to mitigate the risk of collision while on the road or listening to loud music and will even take slight corrective actions when necessary.

For young car enthusiasts, the 2023 Civic EX-L Hatchback provides additional space and a unique exterior style. Stop by your nearest Central Illinois Honda Dealer to learn more about different Civic models.

2023 Honda Accord

The 2023 Honda Accord* is labeled as an elite family sedan but provides adequate space and quality gas mileage for any graduate’s needs. The Accord is available in 6 different trim options including 4 hybrid models** averaging over 40 mpg on the highway and city.

All hybrid trims of the 2023 Accord can assist drivers in lowering their carbon footprint over the years. The 2023 Accord Sport Hybrid is the most affordable hybrid model and includes a 12.3-inch color touchscreen along with advanced Honda safety technologies.

The 2023 standard Accord LX also delivers award-winning dependability and safety for young adventurers interested in exploring all that Illinois has to offer.

Stop Into Central Illinois Honda Dealers

Visit your nearest Central Illinois Honda Dealers today to learn more about Honda’s offers and get behind the wheel of an award-winning Honda sedan.

*29 city/37 highway/32 combined mpg rating for LX and EX. 51 city/44 highway/48 combined mpg rating for EX-L Hybrid. 46 city/41 highway/44 combined mpg rating for Sport Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid, and Touring Hybrid. Based on 2023 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery-pack age/condition (hybrid trims) and other factors.

**51 city/44 highway/48 combined mpg rating for EX-L. 46 city/41 highway/44 combined mpg rating for Sport, Sport-L and Touring. Based on 2023 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery-pack age/condition, and other factors.

***Get $500 toward any 2023 or newer Honda. For well-qualified customers who meet Honda Graduate Program criteria, subject to approval by Honda Financial Services (HFS). Only one $500 Honda College Graduate offer per vehicle. $500 towards Cap Cost Reduction or Down Payment Assistance with the lease or purchase of a new and not previously reported sold Honda vehicle. Offer cannot be combined with Zero Due at Signing Lease Program. Offer applies to eligible college graduates who have graduated within the past two years or will graduate within the next six months with a master's, bachelor's or associate's degree from a U.S.-accredited college or registered nursing school. Offer valid through 4/1/2024 and may be terminated at any time.