You can't go wrong with these 10 used cars under $15,000

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Looking for a safe and reliable used car? These cars are the top choices under $15,000, according to Bankrate.com.

These vehicles, ranked in no particular order, were selected based on price, reliability and safety ratings.

1. 2001-2005 Lexus IS300

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Price: $6,102 to $9,583

If you’re looking for luxury, the Lexus IS300 is a good choice. These premium compact cars are on the market with 135,441 miles on average.

2. 2004-2008 Chrysler Pacifica


Price: $5,108 to $7,538

This generation of Pacifica minivans has an average mileage of 125,166.

3. 2004-2010 Honda Odyssey


Price: $5,026 to $14,234

Honda Odyssey minivans are another good buy on the used market. Mileage averages 122,490.

4. 2003-2012 Honda Accord

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Price: $5,629 to $13,865

These Accord sedans are available with an average of 97,659 miles on the odometer.

5. 2003-2012 Subaru Legacy


Price: $5,061 to $14,595

Average mileage on a used Subaru Legacy midsize sedan from this generation is 89,428.

6. 2001-2010 Toyota Avalon


Price range: $5,006 to $13,937

The Avalon is Toyota’s large sedan. Used versions from these model years can be found with 112,598 miles on average.

7. 2004-2014 Volkswagen Golf

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Price: $5,089 to $14,448

Recent versions of the Golf, a Volkswagen hatchback, can be purchased for a reasonable price. Mileage averages 58,510.

8. 2004-2009 Volvo S60


Price: $5,127 to $9,139

The Volvo S60 is an upscale sedan. Most used S60s are available with around 103,580 miles on them.

9. 2007-2011 Toyota Camry Hybrid

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Price: $8,401 to $12,690

The hybrid version of Toyota’s venerable midsize sedan averages 103,580 miles for these model years.

10. 2003-2010 Ford Explorer


Price: $5,177 to $13,146

If you’re looking for more seating and cargo space, Ford’s Explorer may be a good fit. Models from this generation are up for sale with 120,278 miles on average.