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Needs Evaluation Worksheet

Question Recommended Answer
How many in the family?
One to three2-dr coupe/4-dr sedan*/pickups/SUV
Four or five4-dr sedan*/wagon/SUV
Five plusMinivan/SUV
(SUV is a sport/utlity vehicle)
How many drivers?
One only 5 sp. Manual/automatic trans.
Two or moreAutomatic trans.+
(The clutch is susceptible to wear if different drivers with different driving styles use the same vehicle)
Annual kilometrage
10,000 km or less 4-cyl engine
10,000-20,000 km4-cyl/6-cyl engine
20,000-40,000 km6-cyl/8-cyl engine
40,000 km plus8-cyl engine
(If more than 50 percent of your driving is at highway speeds, move up one category on the scale)
Features you MUST have?
Air conditioning*recommended
Anti-lock brakes*recommended
-4 wheelrecommended
-2(rear) wheel
All-wheel drive
Traction control
Power windows/locks*recommended
Power seat(s)*recommended
Driver side airbag*
Dual front airbags*recommended
Cruise control*
Outside mirrors remote, power*recommended
Security system
*These features will significantly improve resale value.
Your Price Range $
Source: How to Choose Your Next Vehicle, prepared by editors of Carguide Magazine
Facts and data are provided by sources believed to be reliable for informational purposes only and TD Canada Trust cannot guarantee that they are accurate or complete. Prices are estimated Manufacturers' Suggested Retail Prices in Canadian dollars. Please contact a dealer or manufacturer for details regarding prices or specifications.


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