Five cars for those with champagne tastes on a beer budget
You can get the look of that brand new car you've had your eye on without spending big, it just takes a little bit of imagination.The super sexy, super stylish car that you want is not necessarily the car you need (or can afford). Luckily for you, car design has always been quite similar across the multitude of brands that sell vehicles here in Australia so there is something for everyone. You may just need to look past the badge and use your imagination.
Like the look of the Ferrari Purosangue? Try the Mazda CX-30
What do Ferrari and Mazda have in common? Well, they both use red as their signature colour, they both have passionate and loyal owners and their SUVs both have similar side profiles. The Ferrari wins on performance but the Mazda wins on running and servicing costs.
Ferrari Purosangue from $728,000 vs Mazda CX-30 from $33,140
Like the look of the Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe? Try the Renault Arkana
The Coupe SUV has gone from being an outlier in the body style stakes to becoming a staple. You can get most Mercedes-Benz SUVs in the coupe style, at a price. Renault, also a European brand that has been making cars for over 100 years offers SUVs in the coupe style too.
Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe from $113,900 vs Renault Arkana from $37,500
Like the look of the INEOS Grenadier? Try the GWM Tank 300
Hardcore 4x4 off-roaders have exploded in popularity in the last few years and more brands are offering keen adventurers ways to head off the beaten track. INEOS Grenadier is a new entrant to the car world and has created a hardcore off-roader that gives established brands a run for their money, although the money is at a premium. GWM Tank, also a relatively new entrant to Australia has given customers more options at a lower price to hit the rocky roads.
INEOS Grenadier from $109,00 vs GWM Tank 300 from $46,990
Like the look of the Mazda CX-60? Try the MG HS
Mazda SUV styling has become iconic and has won over many fans, but as the brand moves more upmarket (read expensive) buyers may be shopping around for a cheaper entry point. While the quality and materials may differ, the MG HS SUV certainly takes a lot of the CX-60's looks and delivers a cheaper option.
Mazda CX-60 from $60,550 vs MG HS from $32,990
Like the look of the Tesla Model 3? Try the BYD Seal
Tesla is well and truly the Toyota of the EV world, they sell like hotcakes, they have loyal and passionate owners and fans and offer a no-fuss simple design. BYD Seal takes a lot of those ingredients and serves them up at a lower and more enticing price. The only thing missing is the brand name...
Tesla Model 3 from $61,990 vs BYD Seal from $49,888
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