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Hatchbacks Starting Under $30K

Best Hatchbacks according to our experts

01.

Toyota Yaris

From

$28,990

9.0/10

From

$28,990

Toyota has rolled the dice with the latest Yaris, going from a cheapie to a premium supermini in its fourth‑generation incarnation ‑ the XP210 series. This means the base grade is now nearly $7000 more expensive, but the level of improvement is remarkable. Thanks to a completely redesigned body and all‑new platform and powertrain, the Yaris has gone from segment under‑achiever to a class leader.

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02.

Kia Cerato

From

$27,060

8.1/10

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$27,060

Just because small sedans like the Cerato are a dying breed doesn't mean they're no good. Quite the opposite, actually.

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03.

BYD Dolphin

From

$29,990

7.8/10

From

$29,990

Why the new cheapest electric car in Australia feels anything but.

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04.

Geely Ex2

From

$26,490

7.8/10

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$26,490

The 2026 Geely EX2 hopes to come to Australia and take the lead in the small EV space. In fact, it sold in enough numbers in China last year that it alone would make up close to half of Australia’s total annual new car sales. We took the EX2 for a first‑impressions drive around Sydney's northern suburbs to see if the little EV has what it takes.

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05.

MG Mg4 Urban

From

$29,990

7.6/10

From

$29,990

MG already had an MG4 electric hatchback, but at a moment in time when fuel prices are soaring and demand for electric vehicles is at an all‑time high, the Chinese brand is introducing a second. The MG4 Urban is an all‑new small car that shares little in common with its namesake. We test drive this new small electric car to see how it performs in terms of value, space and performance.

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