I know a couple that bought a used car for their daughter when she started driving; for safety they can’t be beat (but they sacrifice appearance, so kids don’t like them). Also, they offer safety for children, and that isn’t a priority for most Americans anymore.
The sacrifice of appearance is one of the things that makes them good for young people, it communicates that a vehicle is not a toy and not for showing off, it is to get from point A to point B quickly and safely.