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    Holden Barina 2018 Problems

    Are you having problems with your 2018 Holden Barina? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 2018 Holden Barina issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 2018 Holden Barina in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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    Holden Barina 2018: Leaking hot water
    Answered by Graham Smith · 21 March 2019

    It’s probably a leaking heater hose or connection of some sort associated with the heater. Take it to your Holden dealer who I imagine would be able to fix it under warranty.

    Which small hatch should I buy for $15,000?
    Answered by Matt Campbell · 30 May 2018

    The Holden Spark has been discontinued in Australia, with the company citing low volume as the main issue. But if that doesn't deter you, it's still a solid buy at under $15,000. Dealers have plenty of stock still on showroom floors, and you can get really good prices on 2017-plate models for less than $15k, drive-away. Shop for the LT if this is the car you like most, because it has a better features list than the LS.

    Probably best to steer clear of the regular Barina, which is admittedly bigger, but definitely not better. The current-generation model could find its way to the automotive graveyard this year, too. 

    The Mirage isn't as good as either the Barina or Spark, so unless you just want a very inexpensive car, it's not high on our recommendation list. The Yaris is lagging behind the times in terms of features, but there's a reason it's a go-to for many budget car buyers: it's a strong offering for space and comfort. 

    All of that said, the Kia Picanto is the budget car we'd most likely recommend, because it has a strong and long warranty and is the only one in the mix with auto emergency braking (AEB). Plus it has a reversing camera as standard (the base model Spark doesn't). 

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