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Best Cars Under $35,000 Australia 2026

Every new car under $35,000 ranked by fuel economy, safety rating and total cost to run.

You do not need to spend a fortune to get a safe, efficient and well-equipped new car in Australia. We have ranked every vehicle under $35,000 by real running costs, combining fuel economy, insurance estimates and servicing. Every car here has a current ANCAP safety rating. From the $19,190 Kia Picanto to small SUVs like the MG ZS, this is the definitive budget car list for Australian buyers.

27cars ranked
Updated October 2026
#1BYD Seal 6
1

BYD Seal 6 Essential Sedan

$34,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026PHEVPHEV130kW$/100km: ~$2.15Safety: 5/5 ANCAPScore: 78/1001-Speed AutoSedan6yr/150k km
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BYD Sealion 5 Essential

$29,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026PHEVPHEV156kW$/100km: ~$2.34Safety: 3/5 ANCAPScore: 76/100AutoSUV6yr/150k km
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Chery Tiggo 7 Super Hybrid Urban

$32,300

$34,990 drive-away (state not stated), advertised

(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026PHEVPHEV180kW$/100km: ~$2.73Safety: 5/5 ANCAPScore: 79/1001-Speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT)SUV7yr/No data
4

Toyota Yaris Ascent Sport

$28,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026HybridHEV85kW$/100km: ~$6.83Safety: 5/5 ANCAPScore: 73/100AutomaticHatchback5yr/Unlimited
Read our Yaris review
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Toyota Yaris Cross GX Hybrid 2WD

$31,790

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026HybridHEV85kW$/100km: ~$7.41Safety: 5/5 ANCAPScore: 75/100CVTSUV5yr/Unlimited
Read our Yaris Cross review
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Hyundai i30 Sedan i30 1.6 Hybrid

$33,250

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2025HybridHEV104kW$/100km: ~$7.61Safety: 3/5 ANCAPScore: 69/1006DCT dual-clutchSedan
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Suzuki Swift GL

$23,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Mild HEVMHEV59.6kW$/100km: ~$7.80Safety: 3/5 ANCAPScore: Limited dataCVTHatchback3yr/100k km
Read our Swift review
8

MG MG3 Excite Hybrid+

$27,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026HybridHEV155kW$/100km: ~$8.39Safety: 4/5 ANCAPScore: 74/100Hybrid TransmissionHatchback10yr/250k km
Read our MG3 review
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MG ZS Excite Hybrid+

$30,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026HybridHEV158kW$/100km: ~$9.17Safety: 5/5 ANCAPScore: 77/100Hybrid TransmissionSUV10yr/250k km
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GWM Haval Jolion Lux Hybrid

$33,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026HybridHEV140kW$/100km: ~$9.36Safety: 5/5 ANCAPScore: 76/100Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT)SUV7yr/Unlimited
11

Skoda Fabia Select

$27,990

$29,990 drive-away (state not stated), advertised

(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol85kW$/100km: ~$9.75Safety: 5/5 ANCAPScore: 74/100AutomaticHatchback7yr/Unlimited
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Volkswagen Polo 85TSI Life

$30,790

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol85kW$/100km: ~$10.53Safety: 5/5 ANCAPScore: 73/100AutoHatchback5yr/Unlimited
Read our Polo review
13

Honda HR-V Vi X

$30,300

$32,900 drive-away (state not stated), advertised

(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol89kW$/100km: ~$12.09Safety: 4/5 ANCAPScore: 70/100CVTSUV5yr/Unlimited
14

MG 5 Essence

$30,990

$32,990 drive-away (state not stated), advertised

(postcode 3000, VIC)
2025Petrol119kW$/100km: ~$12.48Safety: 3/5 ANCAPScore: 70/100AutomaticSedan10yr/250k km
15

Renault Duster Evolution 4x2

$31,990

$34,990 drive-away (state not stated), advertised

(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol113kW$/100km: ~$12.68Safety: 3/5 ANCAPScore: 68/1007-speed dual-clutch automaticSUV5yr/Unlimited
16

Hyundai Kona 2.0 FWD

$33,950

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol110kW$/100km: ~$12.87Safety: 4/5 ANCAPScore: 68/100AutomaticSUV5yr/Unlimited
Read our Kona review
17

Chery C5 Urban

$27,500

$29,990 drive-away (state not stated), advertised

(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol108kW$/100km: ~$13.46Safety: 5/5 ANCAPScore: 70/1006-Speed Dual ClutchSUV7yr/Unlimited
18

Chery Tiggo 7 Urban

$27,500

$29,990 drive-away (state not stated), advertised

(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol108kW$/100km: ~$13.46Safety: 5/5 ANCAPScore: 72/1006 Speed Dual Clutch TransmissionSUV7yr/Unlimited
19

MG HS Vibe

$33,990

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(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol125kW$/100km: ~$13.46Safety: 5/5 ANCAPScore: 74/1007-Speed DCTSUV10yr/250k km
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Honda ZR-V VTi X

$34,300

$39,900 drive-away (state not stated), advertised

(postcode 3000, VIC)
2026Petrol131kW$/100km: ~$13.65Safety: 4/5 ANCAPScore: 70/100CVTSUV5yr/Unlimited

Key Features to Look For

Under $25k Entry

First car buyers and learner drivers on a budget

Hybrid Available

Lowest running costs without going full electric

5-Star ANCAP

Maximum safety even on a budget

Capped Price Servicing

Predictable maintenance costs year to year

Apple CarPlay Standard

Modern connectivity without paying for top trim

Low Insurance Group

Cheaper annual insurance for young drivers

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