WASHINGTON, D.C. –

In an effort to help edgy parents who walk into your showroom or submit an inquiry through your store website, U.S. News & World Report released a list of six vehicles the publication classified as the 2016 Best Cars for Teens. These models have advanced safety features, new technologies for novice drivers, top crash test scores and excellent long-term value.

The 2016 Best Cars for Teens also has options for a range of family budgets. The list covers models with prices starting below $20,000 and going up to more than $40,000. Top picks have advanced active safety features, such as rearview cameras, parking sensors, blind spot detection and forward collision mitigation. Some models also include new parental control technologies that allow parents to set geographic, time and speed limits and monitor their new drivers using smartphone apps.

The group includes:

Best under $20,000: Chevrolet Sonic

Best $20,000 to $25,000: Kia Soul

Best $25,000 to $30,000: Mazda Mazda3

Best $30,000 to $35,000: Hyundai Sonata

Best $35,000 to $40,000: Ford Fusion Hybrid

Best $40,000 and over: Nissan Murano

“Having a new driver in the family is both exciting and nerve-wracking,” said Jamie Page Deaton, managing editor of U.S. News Best Cars.

“Although it’s expensive, parents should consider investing in newer models because they have many more safety features than cars made just five years ago,” Page Deaton continued. “The 2016 Best Cars for Teens are some of the safest options on the road, giving parents a little peace of mind.”