New Car’s Under $20,000 in 2011 Roundup
Author: What are the affordable new small cars available in Australia for 2011?
We will go through them over a number of weeks and bring a review of the best new small cars that are available for 2011. Some of these may be made older than 2011, check the details.
List of Cars Reviewed:
- Nissan Tiida ST Hatchback
- Hyundai Getz Hatchback
- Mitsubishi Colt VR-X Hatchback
- Suzuki Alto GLX five-speed manual
- Nissan Micra ST
- Holden Barina Hatchback
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO TRENDLINE
- TOYOTA YARIS YRS
- Peugeot, 207 1.4 XR
- Citroën C3
- Mazda2 Neo
- Ford Fiesta
- Honda Jazz
Let’s start by looking at the Nissan Tiida ST Hatchback
The Nissan Tiida ST Hatchback C11 Series 3 MY10 can be purchased for around $18,000 and offers the following specs:
Vehicle Dimensions
Vehicle Width 1695mm
Vehicle Height 1535mm
Vehicle Length 4205mm
Turning Circle 10.4m
Kerb Weight 1110kg
Additional Specifications
Engine Multi Point F/Inj Inline 4
Engine Size 1.8L (1797 cc)
Steering Rack & Pinion – Power Assisted
Tyres 185/65 R15 Front, 185/65 R15 Rear
Wheel Base 2600mm
Brakes Disc – Ventilated Front, Drum Rear
Towing Capacity 1000kg
Driveline Front Wheel Drive
Power 93 kW
Torque 174 N m
Borestroke 84×81.1mm
Compression Ratio 9.9
Warranty 36 months, 100,000 klms
Service 6 months, 10,000 klms
The actual price for a 2011 models seems to be around $20,800 at the moment but the 2010 model can be purchased for a couple of thousand less. more here
Reviews:
Hyundai Getz Hatchback
The Hyundai Getz S Hatchback can be purchased for around $13,000 and offers the following specs:
Make Hyundai
Model Getz
Series TB MY09
Badge S
Engine Multi Point F/Inj
Gearbox Manual
Gears 5
Engine Size 1.4L
Cyls 4
Doors 3
Body Hatchback
Environmental and Safety Information
ANCAP Safety Rating
Green Guide Rating (?)
Green House Rating (?)
Air Pollution
CO² Emissions 145 g/Km
Resources:
Mitsubishi Colt VRX Hatchback RG MY11
The Mitsubishi Colt VRX Hatchback RG MY11 can be purchased for around $17,000 and offers the following specs:
Make Mitsubishi
Model Colt
Series RG MY11
Badge VR-X
Engine Multi Point F/Inj
Gearbox Manual
Gears 5
Engine Size 1.5L
Cyls 4
Doors 5
Body Hatchback
Environmental and Safety Information
ANCAP Safety Rating
Green Guide Rating (?)
Green House Rating (?)
Air Pollution
CO² Emissions
Resources:
Suzuki Alto GLX five-speed manual – $12,490 (Manufacturer’s List Price)
Resources:
- Home Page
- Review – http://www.caradvice.com.au/99619/suzuki-alto-v-nissan-micra-light-car-comparison/
Suzuki Swift – $16,690
The Suzuki Swift is a familiar vehicle seen on our roads with it’s distinctive styling. The prices are good for these models.
- Home Page: http://www.suzuki.com.au/vehicles/models/swift/model-variant/swift-gl/overview
- Review: http://www.caradvice.com.au/102771/suzuki-swift-review/
- Buy: http://www.carsguide.com.au
Nissan Micra ST five-speed manual – $12,990 (Manufacturer’s List Price) usually around $14,000
Resources:
- Home Page
- Review: http://www.caradvice.com.au/99619/suzuki-alto-v-nissan-micra-light-car-comparison/
New Holden Barina Hatchback 5dr 1.6i
The New Holden Barina Hatchback 5dr 1.6i can be purchased for around $15,000 and offers the following specs:
6 Speaker Stereo
Adjustable Steering Col. – Tilt only
Air Conditioning
Airbags – Driver & Passenger (Dual)
Airbags – Side for 1st Row Occupants (Front)
Audio – Aux Input Socket (MP3/CD/Cassette)
Audio – MP3 Decoder
Body Colour – Bumpers
Body Colour – Door Handles
Body Colour – Exterior Mirrors Partial
CD Player
Central Locking – Remote/Keyless
Clock – Digital
Cup Holders – 1st Row
Disc Brakes Front Ventilated
Drive By Wire (Electronic Throttle Control)
Engine Immobiliser
Headrests – Adjustable 1st Row (Front)
Headrests – Adjustable 2nd Row x3
Intermittent Wipers
Metallic Finish Dash Board
Metallic Finish Inserts
Metallic Finish Switch Panel
Multi-function Steering Wheel
Power Door Mirrors – Heated
Power Steering
Power Windows – Front & Rear
Radio Antenna
Rear Wiper/Washer
Remote Boot/Hatch Release
Remote Fuel Lid Release
Seatbelt – Pretensioners 1st Row (Front)
Seatbelts – Lap/Sash for 5 seats
Seats – 2nd Row Split Fold
Spoiler – Rear Roof Mounted
Sunglass Holder
Sunvisor – Vanity Mirror for Driver
Sunvisor – Vanity Mirror for Passenger
Tacho
Tinted Windows
Trim – Cloth
Wheel Covers – Full
Resources:
- Spark – http://www.holden.com.au/latestoffers/barina-spark-offers/new-5-door-barina-spark-cd?region=National
- Barina – http://www.holden.com.au/latestoffers/barina-offers/barina-5-door-hatch?region=National
2011 Volkswagen Polo Trendline - rrp $16,690
Always popular, the Polo will be a top seller for 2011
Basic Specs:
Resources:
- Best Price $16,990 – drive.com.au
- Home Page – http://www.volkswagen.com.au/en/models/polo.html
- 2010 review: http://www.themotorreport.com.au/50292/2010-volkswagen-polo-77tsi-66tdi-trendline-comfortline-dsg-manual-first-drive-review
- 2010 Swift v Polo review: http://www.dancewithshadows.com/autoindia/maruti-suzuki-swift-vs-volkswagen-polo-comparison/
- http://www.drive.com.au/new-cars/VOLKSWAGEN/POLO/81848420100916/?pg=1&pp=5&SG=-1703440746&pt=5
2011 Toyota Yaris YRS - rrp $16,390
The recommended retail price might be just over $16,000 but the only one we could find under $18,000 was a 2010 model on drive.com.au
It’s worth noting for those interested in finance that Toyota currently have a promotion where you can get a loan with only 3.9% interest until the end of April 2011. More details
- Resources: Yaris Home Page
Peugeot, 207 1.4 XR
Features:
- Air conditioning
- Front power windows
- Driver and passenger electrically adjustable heated painted door mirrors with indicator lights
- 5-speed manual transmission with gear lever on floor
- Cloth seat upholstery with additional cloth
- Vehicle speed proportional power steering
- Plastic steering wheel with tilt adjustment and telescopic adjustment
- Manufacturers Own audio system with AM/FM and CD player
- 4 speakers
- Bucket driver and passenger seat
- 5 seats;2+3
- Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls
- 12v power outlet: front
- Driver and passenger vanity mirror
- Dashboard
- Tachometer
- External temperature
- Computer with average speed, average fuel consumption, instantaneous fuel consumption and range for remaining fuel
- 3 person 40/60 split bench front facing rear seats
- Cup holders for front seats
- Ventilation system
If you want European style and class then this is worth a serious look.
Resources:
Citroën C3 – 2010 $19,990
The Citroën C3, selling for $19,990 at the time of writing for a 2010 model. The 2011 models are due out soon according to this article.
This car looks impressive for the price, especially the Citroen/BMW co-developed 1.6-litre 16V VTi.
Resources:
- Full Specifications: http://www.caradvice.com.au/89773/2011-citroen-c3-details-released/
- Home Page – http://www.citroen.com.au/default.asp?action=article&ID=1016
- Buy – http://www.drive.com.au/new-cars/CITROEN/C3/47726220101108
Mazda2 Neo - rrp $16,490
The Genki model seems to offer much better looks but currently no 2011 models seem to be available. At $16,490 the Neo is a good buy.
Resources:
- Home Page – http://www.mazda.com.au/Vehicles/Mazda2.aspx
- Specs -http://www.mazda.com.au/Vehicles/Mazda2/Specifications.aspx
Ford Fiesta – rrr $16,990 (2011)
- 4 speaker stereo
- Abs (antilock brakes)
- Adjustable steering col. – tilt only
- Air conditioning – pollen filter
- Airbags – driver & passenger (dual)
- Audio – aux input socket (mp3/cd/cassette)
- Body colour – bumpers
- Body colour – door handles
- Body colour – exterior mirrors partial
- Cd player
- Central locking – remote/keyless
- Cup holders – 1st row
- Disc brakes front ventilated
- Drive by wire (electronic throttle control)
- Ebd (electronic brake force distribution)
- Engine immobiliser
- Flip/fold out key
- Fog lamps – rear
- Front stabiliser
- Headlamps – see me home
- Headrests – adjustable 1st row (front)
- Headrests – adjustable 2nd row x3
- Headrests – integrated 2nd row
- Independent front suspension
- Intermittent wipers – variable
- Multi-function steering wheel
- Power door mirrors – heated
- Power steering
- Power windows – front only
- Rear wiper/washer
- Seat – height adjustable driver
- Seatback pocket – front passenger seat
- Seatbelt – pretensioners 1st row (front)
- Seatbelts – front height adjust. With memory
- Seats – 2nd row split fold
- Sunvisor – vanity mirror for driver
Resources:
- Ford price specials - here
- Home Page – Ford Fiesta
- Specs – ford.com.au
- Buy – drive.com.au
Honda Jazz – rrp from $17,990
The GLi-SP for $1000 more than the base model will provide some extra features, most noteworthy are the extra airbags and safety extras.
Resources:
- Jazz Specs - http://jazz.honda.com.au/about-the-car_specifications.aspx
- Jazz Home Page
- Buy on Drive Vti ($19,190)- GLi ($16,990)
- Jazz with Better Wheels (does the trick) – http://www.michaelclee.com/pics/white-fit-buddy-club-p1-sf-15-mod.jpg
General Car Buying Resources: http://news.drive.com.au/drive/motor-news/small-cars-of-2011-20101221-193ov.html
* Disclaimer, this website is not responsible for any information that is incorrect. Please check with the manufacturer for exact details and prices.
One Response to “New Car’s Under $20,000 in 2011 Roundup”
I would like to buy a hatchback type car and I have a maximum of $20,000 but I would prefer $18,000 or less.
Most of the cars in this category are noted on the New Car’s Under $20,000 in 2011 Roundup.
So these are possible options:
Nissan Tiida ST Hatchback
Hyundai Getz Hatchback
Mitsubishi Colt VR-X Hatchback
Suzuki Alto GLX five-speed manual
Nissan Micra ST
Holden Barina Hatchback
VOLKSWAGEN POLO TRENDLINE
TOYOTA YARIS YRS
Peugeot, 207 1.4 XR
Citroën C3
Mazda2 Neo
Ford Fiesta
Honda Jazz
if you know of other ideas please post.
I will be using the car around the city suburbs each day, but not very busy areas. I would prefer a European brand and place of build and a sports look, I’m single male with lots of driving experience so would like something that is not going to crawl on hills etc too and that I can drive. I don’t looking toy like cars like Micro etc. I do like the Volkswagen styling and the Polo is one on my short list.
I have thought about 2nd hand but for a couple of extra thousand it seems more worthwhile to go for completely new for once. Something I can take care of myself and have it serviced and looked after for many years. Which is why I’m leaning towards a European car or maybe something reliable like a Toyota. Some of the 2010 cars that are ex demo etc with hardly any kms are worth considering too.