May has arrived, meaning the caps and gowns are being assembled for graduation season. Whether your loved one is graduating high school or college, it’s a time for both emotional farewells and invigorating new chapters. But to get to where they want to be, the graduate in your life will require a trustworthy vehicle.
If you’re looking to gift your graduate with a new car or SUV, there are several important factors to consider, including: fuel economy, storage space, technology features, and – most importantly – safety. Whether they’re leaving for college or setting off for post-graduate adventures, you’ll want to ensure your child is prepared for what lies ahead.
To ensure maximum peace of mind, check out one of the following two Kelly Blue Book-approved Subarus. You’ll find them in stock at New Motors Subaru: Erie’s headquarters for new graduates.
The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek
The Crosstrek has been Subaru’s best-selling vehicle over the past 24 months, and its momentum only continues to build. Newly redesigned, the 2024 Crosstrek is the rare compact SUV that excels both on- and off-road. If you’ve got a graduate looking to do some backpacking or explore the country before embarking on their next chapter, you can’t go wrong with the reliable Crosstrek.
With a strong fuel economy and numerous connectivity options, the Crosstrek stays on-grid even when it’s off-road. Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is available, and every Crosstrek comes standard with Subaru’s EyeSight Driver Assist Technology. This suite of advanced safety features includes:
- Forward collision warning
- Automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lane-departure warning
- Lane-keeping assist
The 2024 Subaru Legacy
Every Subaru Legacy comes standard with all-wheel drive, making it ideal for campuses that regularly see snowy fall semesters. If you’re looking at schools up in Michigan, New England, or upstate New York (ed: Go Bombers), the 2024 Legacy might not turn heads on the quad – but it’s hard to beat when it comes to practicality.
That extends to the roomy cabin, which provides both ample storage space and abundant rear-seat legroom. This makes transporting your graduate’s stuff to and from campus a breeze – and should endear them to any fellow students in need of a ride. The Legacy also boasts a combined-driving fuel economy of 30 miles per gallon, even with AWD.
The 2024 Legacy is an IIHS Top Safety Pick, and like in the Crosstrek, the EyeSight bundle is included standard even with base trims.
Con-grad-ulate Your Graduate This Spring
If you’re a college graduate still looking to find your financial footing, you’re in luck! Recent and soon-to-be graduates can apply to finance or lease a new Subaru under our College Graduate Program. We’ll help you find the financing that best fits your situation, regardless of your limited credit history.
If you’re looking for a new or used Subaru for your graduate, New Motors Subaru is the place to be. We’ll match them with a proven vehicle that exceeds your safety requirements. Sleep easier knowing that, wherever they might be, your loved one is driving a tried-and-true vehicle. The path to a bright, post-graduate tomorrow begins today at New Motors Subaru.