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    Holden Barina

    Holden Barina

    The Holden Barina nameplate has been around in Australia since 1985, and it currently adorns a pair of 1.6-litre petrol-powered small hatchbacks. The Barina range was rationalised in late 2016, with prices cut and the sedan version given the… boot? Current prices range from $14,990 for the Barina LS (5YR) to $20,390 for the Barina LT (5YR).

    It shares category space with the similar-but-different Spark, with both cars sourced from GM’s plant in Korea. Holden’s Melbourne-based design team was responsible for the more 'grown up' design update that was added to the car in 2016.

    Holden Barina Reviews

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    Holden Barina 2018 review

    Holden Barina 2018 review

    20 Feb 2018 by Matt Campbell
    In a world where light cars are increasingly excellent, there is little room for vehicles that struggle to offer something unique. And that means that, unfortunately, in 2018, the Holden Barina is nbf Read more
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    Used Holden Barina review: 2005-2016

    Used Holden Barina review: 2005-2016

    1 Aug 2017 by Ewan Kennedy
    The Holden Barina is a small car that's generally tough in its build and put together to a good standard. It has a good reputation for being simple to drive and park and long lasting if driven and... Read more
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    Used Holden Barina review: 2011-2014

    Used Holden Barina review: 2011-2014

    1 Apr 2016 by Graham Smith
    Holden did much to improve the fitness of the Barina but some horror stories persist. New Holden had a lot of ground to make up when it launched the TM Barina in 2011 — the previous model had been... Read more
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    Holden Barina RS manual 2014 review

    Holden Barina RS manual 2014 review

    13 Nov 2014 by Peter Barnwell
    We turn the spotlight on the car world's newest and brightest stars as we ask the questions to which you want the answers. But there's only one question that really needs answering would you buy one?... Read more
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    Holden Barina RS 2014 review: snapshot

    Holden Barina RS 2014 review: snapshot

    24 Oct 2014 by Paul Gover
    Paul Gover road tests and reviews the 2014 Holden Barina RS, with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more
    Ford Fiesta Sport vs Holden Barina RS

    Ford Fiesta Sport vs Holden Barina RS

    25 Aug 2014 by Neil Dowling
    Practical, economical, affordable and with a sporty bent - Holden and Ford match up their baby hatches. Read more
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    Holden Barina RS 2014 review

    Holden Barina RS 2014 review

    16 Jun 2014 by Peter Anderson
    Peter Anderson road tests and reviews the Holden Barina RS, with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more
    VW Polo 77TSI vs Holden Barina RS

    VW Polo 77TSI vs Holden Barina RS

    28 Mar 2014 by Richard Berry
    VW Polo 77TSI and Holden Barina RS go head-to-head in this comparative review..star {width:135px;}#article-corpus {width:100%; padding-right: 0;} Read more
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    Holden Barina 2014 review

    Holden Barina 2014 review

    23 Jan 2014 by Chris Riley
    Holden has added some spice to its bargain Barina range with the addition of a turbocharged RS performance model. Read more
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    Holden Barina RS hatch 2014 review

    Holden Barina RS hatch 2014 review

    29 Nov 2013 by Ewan Kennedy
    Holden versus Ford, the oldest battle in automotive Australia continues - isn’t that good!... Read more
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    Holden Barina RS 1.4L 2014 review

    Holden Barina RS 1.4L 2014 review

    14 Nov 2013 by Joshua Dowling
    The iconic RS badge might be the pinnacle of performance for Audi and Ford, but Holden has stuck it on a warmed-up version of its budget-priced Barina hatch. Read more
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    Holden vs Ford | which one to buy

    Holden vs Ford | which one to buy

    10 Oct 2013 by Joshua Dowling
    Holden and Ford have a longstanding rivalry on the race track -- but it's tame compared to the showroom battle. Read more
    Holden Barina CDX vs Toyota Yaris YRS

    Holden Barina CDX vs Toyota Yaris YRS

    9 Jul 2013 by Stuart Martin
    Holden Barina CDX and Toyota Yaris YRS go head-to-head in this comparative review.... Read more
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    Light car running costs

    Light car running costs

    4 Jul 2013 by Craig Duff
    Light cars used to be the second car, the one that'd begrudgingly be taken to the supermarket when the real car was out. Not anymore. Light cars now make sense as the sole vehicle for city dwellers... Read more
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    Tips to get an EOFY bargain

    Tips to get an EOFY bargain

    21 Jun 2013 by Neil Dowling
    June 30 is D-Day. The end of the financial year is the best time to buy a new car because there are always special deals in showrooms. As carmakers and dealers aim to clear their outdated stock,... Read more
    Holden Barina vs Toyota Yaris

    Holden Barina vs Toyota Yaris

    4 Jan 2013 by Joshua Dowling
    Holden Barina and Toyota Yaris go head-to-head in this comparative review. Read more
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    Holden Barina 2013 Review

    Holden Barina 2013 Review

    5 Dec 2012 by Craig Duff
    Price, running costs and looks are factors light car buyers agonise over. The Holden Barina has two of the three criteria down pat and updates to its six-speed automatic have brought it back into the... Read more
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    Used Holden Barina review: 1989-2012

    Used Holden Barina review: 1989-2012

    1 Mar 2013 by Ewan Kennedy
    Holden Barinas come from a variety of backgrounds. From 1989 until April 1994, Barina was a Japanese Suzuki Swift with a different name, though it sold in fewer variants than did the Swift. From... Read more
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    Holden Barina CDX and Spark CD 2012 Review

    Holden Barina CDX and Spark CD 2012 Review

    3 Dec 2012 by Derek Ogden
    Holden is using one of its cheaper cars to debut innovative communication systems that will put the world at its owner’s fingertips. The MY13 Barina CDX will gain the Holden MyLink infotainment... Read more
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    Holden Barina sedan 2012 review

    Holden Barina sedan 2012 review

    26 Jun 2012 by Peter Barnwell
    Buying a new Holden Barina sedan is simple. You get hold of your $16,490, then you pick the colour and choose between manual or optional six-speed auto for two grand more.That's how to buy a car - no... Read more
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    Pricing Guides

    $17,690
    Based on Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)
    Lowest Price
    $14,990
    Highest Price
    $20,390
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    Range and Specs

    VehicleSpecsPrice*
    LS (5YR) 1.6L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $14,990 2019 Holden Barina LS (5YR) Pricing and Specs
    LT (5YR) 1.6L, ULP, 6 SP AUTO $20,390 2019 Holden Barina LT (5YR) Pricing and Specs
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    * Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

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    Holden Barina News

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    Holden Barina 2017 | new car sales price

    Holden Barina 2017 | new car sales price

    29 Nov 2016 by Tim Robson
    Holden announces 24-hour test drive program

    Holden announces 24-hour test drive program

    1 Sep 2016 by Joshua Dowling
    2016 Holden Barina revealed at New York motor show

    2016 Holden Barina revealed at New York motor show

    25 Mar 2016 by Joshua Dowling
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    Best February new car drive-away deals

    19 Feb 2016 by Joshua Dowling
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    Holden Barina FAQs

    No car is perfect, so we've gathered everything relating to the Holden Barina reliability here to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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