Small SUVs

The smaller end of the SUV market is growing rapidly, with plenty of cheaper compact SUV or mini SUV models available that offer SUV practicality for the price of a small hatch.

Best SUVs according to our experts

01.

Kia Seltos

From

$29,990

9.0/10

From

$29,990

Sometimes a new model arrives with one particular grade that seems to exceed the sum of its pricing as well as parts.Launched in late 2019 as the company's small SUV answer to the successful Mitsubishi ASX, the Seltos S is a lot like a Kia Cerato, but with more space, extra utility, higher seating and greater ground clearance ‑ courtesy of the related Hyundai Kona DNA infused within.

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02.

Honda HR-V

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$30,388

9.0/10

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$30,388

Malcolm Flynn road tests and reviews the new Honda HR‑V VTi, VTi‑S and VTi‑L, with specs, fuel economy and verdict.

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03.

Mazda CX-3

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$24,948

9.0/10

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$24,948

Any all‑new entry into the fastest growing of all sales areas is sure to grab attention. None more so than the stylish new Mazda CX‑3 when we drove it on an extended introductory drive program from Canberra to Sydney. Many along the way, on foot or in other vehicles noticed us as we passed by or stopped at traffic

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04.

Hyundai Kona

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$29,888

8.5/10

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$29,888

The small SUV market is fiercely defended by some strong competition but the new design of the Hyundai Kona may be what gives it a podium finish.

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05.

Toyota C-HR

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$37,690

8.1/10

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$37,690

Toyota probably could have easily made an SUV version of its Corolla, and it would have been great, and lots of people would have bought it, but Toyota built the C‑HR instead.

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