The Dodge Dart is a good first car, but it depends on what you’re looking for. It received a 4.0/5.0 reliability rating from RepairPal, 67/100 from J.D. Power (2016 model year), and a 5-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
With low average annual ownership costs, it won’t be costly for maintenance and repairs, but compared to other compact cars, it doesn’t rank as well. Other good options for a first car to consider include: