New small car recommendation

congo on 20/02/2014 - 23:44

Hi,
We are looking to buy a new small car that can fit a baby seat at the back and one that is fuel efficient for city travel.
Any recommendations?
Thanks!

Automotive

Comments

  • humdingaling on 21/02/2014 - 00:26
    +1

    what was wrong with the merc c class?

    • congo on 21/02/2014 - 07:02

      We are upgrading both cars and this one is mainly for wife to drive to work.

  • Cheeper on 21/02/2014 - 02:21

    There are many that will fit your needs… take a look at what is on offer in www.carsales.com.au
    and see if you can narrow it down to a few.
    Most are well made these days… Toyota, Mazda, Nissan, Honda, Ford, Kia, Hyundai,….. it is just on the servicing and dealership side of things that they get nasty.

  • congo on 21/02/2014 - 07:03
    -1

    Noticed that the Hyundai i30 has own lots of past awards, does anyone recommends this car?

    • Cheeper on 21/02/2014 - 11:26

      Don't go by "awards"… some of the worst cars ever put on the road had awards… :-)

  • Smulder on 21/02/2014 - 09:10

    We bought a Suzuki Alto 18 months ago and it is still going strong. Was only $10,500 brand new and super fuel efficient (though it only takes Premium unleaded).

    Can't comment on the baby seat though, you def wouldn't fit a stroller or pram in the boot… and you would need to pray you don't get rear-ended… but otherwise it is a great little car!

    • congo on 21/02/2014 - 10:02

      Wow $10k brand new is a great price!
      Will have to checkit out.

  • pebee47 on 21/02/2014 - 10:04

    I hired a Hyundai i20 on a recent trip East. 1 person + 1 bag = struggled to get up hills. Wasn't a bad car, used any petrol incl E10, just a little underpowered. i30 probably similar with 2 ppl + kids, but still cheap on fuel.

    • congo on 21/02/2014 - 10:54

      Thanks. Hmm. the VW Golf would have more power, but it is also more expensive…

  • Cheeper on 21/02/2014 - 11:28

    A good site to get feedback from actual owners of vehicles is www.productreview.com.au
    Check out the owner feedback from VW Golf owners in there.. (this is not a recommendation)

    • congo on 23/02/2014 - 01:01

      Thanks!

  • Medrad on 21/02/2014 - 11:52

    Go the Hyundai i30, maybe the wagon if you want more space for the pusher (if you need one).

    If you want a slightly larger car, go the Hyundai i40/i45. Both larger, but personally, I'd recommend the i30. Built better than a Corolla according to a lot of car reviews.

    • congo on 21/02/2014 - 11:58

      Thanks Medrad, i30 is top on our list atm.

  • congo on 22/02/2014 - 12:43

    The KIA Ceranto and Ford Focus also top of the list.

  • MustResistPurchase on 22/02/2014 - 13:21

    You are best to go and try these cars at Dealerships. After all, it is your new investment and you'll have to drive it daily.

    • congo on 22/02/2014 - 14:07

      Yep. Gonna head in this week for some test drive.
      But wanted to do some research before hand

  • Steptoe on 23/02/2014 - 20:26
    +1

    Have a look at the liquidation deals on remaining Opel models.

  • congo on 07/03/2014 - 22:24

    Ended up getting the Hyundai Elantra Trophy.

  • Azn310 on 08/03/2014 - 00:22
    +2

    Congrats on your purchase

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