Top 5 Budget Cars for a Small Family
Nissan Almera (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
Do you need a budget car for your small family? Here’s the Top 5 budget options for a family that’s just beginning.
1. Nissan Almera
The Nissan Almera has the body of one of Nissan’s larger sedans (such as the Tiida) but is actually based on their popular compact hatchback, the Micra. This means you’ll get the great fuel economy of the Micra while comfortably seating up to five people. The Ti model, while a bit more pricey, adds rear-park assist, auto climate control and push-button start.
2. Skoda Fabia
Starting at $15,990 RRP, the Skoda Fabia is a new addition to the Skoda line, emphasising improvements to passenger comfort and safety. Under the hood you find a turbo-charged 1.2L engine and you can get it in a hatchback or a wagon.
3. Ford Focus Trend
Winning the Drive Magazine Best Small Car in 2011 and 2012, the Ford Focus Trend is perfect for a one-child family. It’s got a 5 Star ANCAP safety rating, an advanced voice control system, Dynamic Stability Control, Traction Control and Emergency Brake Assist, making it one of the safest picks on the market. Comes in hatch or sedan models.
4. Hyundai i30 Active
A popular choice with families, the i30 took 2013’s Australian Best Car award for small cars under $35,000. It’s built to the top safety rating and has power while keeping fuel consumption and emissions as low as possible. The basic Active model comes with built-in satellite navigation.
5. Kia Cerato
The Kia Cerato takes comfort and function both to new heights. It too has a 5 star ANCAP safety rating, is smartly designed and handles exceptionally well for a car in its class. If you need room, the Cerato’s got it: there’s a 415L boot and storage options up front. It’s excellent value for money for the kit on board, which includes USB audio input with iPod compatibility.
About the Author: Bill Tsouvalas is founder and managing director at Savvy Finance. He has been working in the vehicle & asset finance business for over 8 years. Join the discussion with Bill on Google+.
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