For a long time, we have believed that there is a large discrepancy between what dad wants to drive and what dad actually does drive.
The real proof came in TrueCar's list of the top cars preferred by Dads. It was littered with Hondas and Toyotas, but nothing that can really get that adrenaline going.
There were even a bunch of minivans on the list. Minivans!
Well, we aren't going to take it anymore. While we understand that there is a need for a practical car, there is no need to trade in performance and fun as well.
Thankfully, the automakers have a number of cars out right now that can satiate the enthusiast inside all of the dads out there without giving up on practicality.
Ford Fiesta
Starting Price: $13,200
Why: The Fiesta is Ford's most economical car. But it is also one of the most fun to drive.
The compliant chassis and low power makes this a fun car to run around in. You can drive it like you stole it all day long and won't break any laws.
Driving a low powered car at the limit provides way more of a thrill than driving a fast car slowly.
Honda Civic Si
Starting Price: $22,405
Why: The Civic Si, which we recently reviewed, has been an icon for ages.
We had our qualms with this car. The interior, for example, is a bit low rent for the amount you are paying.
However, it's fun to drive, VTEC is addictive, it's very safe, and the interior is actually the least toxic of any new car on the market.
That has to count for something.
Volkswagen Golf GTI/Golf R
Starting Price: $23,995 (GTI), $36,090 (R)
Why: Unlike the Civic Si, the Volkswagen Golf has been lauded for the high quality of the interior.
And with the GTI and R, there is performance to match the high quality. The 200 horsepower, front wheel drive, GTI is one of the most emulated cars of the last 50 years. And to this day, nobody has been able to match the magic recipe.
The 256 horsepower, all wheel drive, R is the top of the line Golf offered. Compared to a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution or Subaru WRX STI, the R is the sedate choice for the driver that wants to fly under the radar.
Both are supremely safe and they have the added benefit of hatchback utility. That's always a plus when lugging a stroller around.
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