Top 5 Medium to Large cars UNDER $10,000 | ReDriven
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- Ok, you need a medium to large car and the budget is 10 grand, there are loads of options out there but these next 5 are simply better than the rest.
Now at this budget the important factors really should be reliability, safety, running and maintenance costs, and practicality
But just because the budget is $10,000, it doesn’t have to be some boring sensible box on wheels either, so we’ve also tried to take into account that these things should actually be fun to drive and dare I say it, even a bit cool.
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Meanwhile on other channels; "THIS $350k CAR IS ABSOLUTELY INSANE"
Hi guys I'm Schmee and I'm easily the least relatable car person on UA-cam!
Other channels? What other channels? They've all been MURDERED by RD content, boiiiiiii
@@jhref You forgot one of the most punchable faces too!
(I'm sure Tim is a lovely fellow irl but fuck me multi millionaire hypercar collectors are hard to stomach these days)
Buddy throwing shades on car expert's review on new bmw lmao. It's ok to see people driving cars out of your budget dude. you don't need to have hate for it
Mate you are too kind! Thank you, just made my night. - AK
I purchased a Lexus GS 300 2008 model for my daughter. Big roomy and smooth. Rear drive,15 speakers with radar cruise and parking sensors. 10 k well spent in my opinion
Can't go wrong at that price and it won't. 👌
The 2014 Corolla that my granddad use to own was a joy to drive and had the TARDIS effect of feeling bigger inside than it was on the outside. Before he passed he said it had the boot space equivalent to his old EB Falcon.
The KIA and Hyundais you mentioned having the issues with their 2 litre engines is a hell of a suprise to say the least as I always thought they were a sturdy engine.
I have no doubt that the Rav4 is going to have a place if not top spot on next weeks list lol.
Good work guys and looking forward to Friday's video as always 👍.
Absolutely would recommend the Aurion. Have a Black 2010 Sportivo ZR6 and love it. Plenty of power, nice to drive and very comfortable. It might be regarded as a bit of a sleeper but has a really nice stance with its side skirts and dual exhaust.
I’ve owned an Aurion and it was superbly reliable and surprisingly quick. 160,000 ks, didn’t miss a beat. We’ve also had an older 99 model Corolla CSX, and Honda Accord Euro. Currently drive a 21 model Mazda CX-5. See where I’m going with this. Japanese reliability is brilliant.
You're not wrong. We've had BMW's, Mercs, VW's and even a Saab in our family.
We've also owned Mazdas and Hondas. You can't beat how European cars drive, you just can't. But my lord you pay for it, and not just once, you keep paying 'till the day that you finally wake up to yourself and realise that you're a poor commuter, not a billionaire like Buffett, and not a race car driver like Fangio, either. Strictly three brands of Japanese for our family these days, and that's the way it's going to stay.
I had here in Europe: Mazda, Honda and Toyota. Amongst these only Toyota didn't rust. Another two were rusty bucket but without any major issues only regular service. So for my opinion only Toyota because better rust protection. Only thing to watch out is oil consumption on some gasoline engines which are known now.
I've been getting my mates onto the accord euros recently, these things are seriously good for the money.
I'd just like to add, that my family's 2008 camry has over 247000kms on it and doesnt burn oil. Another family friend has a 2005 model, still deosnt burn oil. I wouldn't look past the camry into the aurion, unless you are after the extra power from the v6, for people living within cities the camry is the most ecnomical and best option out there, and also has good throttle response when compared to the rather sluggish v6s. Our camry easily gets 8.5-10L/100km, and is capable of doing Sydney to Melbourne on a single tank. Though some may say that it's "just a camry", it's genuinely grown on me in the past couple years, and even 10 years later I have no plans to sell it anytime soon :).
Thanks redriven for such informative and relatable car content, really proves that you don't need something fast to be a car enthusiast. Keep up the good work guys, and don't mind reaching out if you're interested in filming a camry or a mirage!
Actually, really like this channel. Great video as always.
Great video.
Your spot on about all these cars.
I own both an Aurion and a Corolla they have never let me down and just have had there normal servicing.
Haven’t watched yet but the mighty boat Toyota Crown surely is here
We had a 2013 Mazda 3 from new. Great car to drive but tight on space. Changed to a 2014 Corolla sedan… crazy good legroom and very economical, smooth and quiet.
Also had 2009 Aurion a couple of years back. The engine and transmission and amazing. 14.6s down the quarter mile, can’t complain.
All three super reliable.
Another great round up, delivered beautifully. As the owner of a 2.0 Kia BD Cerato I'd be VERY interested in the problems you mentioned with this engine... 🙏
I have the Honda Civic hatchback 9th gen series II (facelift version) with the 1.8L engine paired with 5 speed auto. Super reliable car, I bought it brand new back in 2016 and still runs and feels like when I bought it with 60k on it's clock. Nothing replaced yet aside from the tyres and break pads.
Too bad I'm in Victoria, would have loved to have it featured on your channel to be reviewed.
Great video as usual, thanks ReDriven. I have a question however. When did car size referencing become so flexible in Australia 🇦🇺? For as long as I can remember, the Corolla, Mazda 323 (now the 3), and the Honda Civic were grouped in the small car category. Mediums were the Camry, Mazda 626 (now the 6), and Accord (going back in time to the Cortina and Torana). I have noticed a similar trend in the SUV market where traditional ‘small’ SUVs are now referenced as ‘medium’. Not a criticism, just something that seems to have crept in of late.
It's a fair question, though I think they are doing this as a bit of a catch all. This category of car is becoming less and less important in just about every market. Not really a lot of need in having two seperate videos. Also cars in these two categories have grown substantially in size over the years.
Love the Accord but drove my Uncles and the seats were too narrow for my shoulders therefore uncomfortable so am fairly happy with my older Camry V6 so probably end up getting the upgrade Aurion V6 next for its superb value for money and great all-round performance, riding my 250 commuter motorbike as much as possible when weather suits, to save fuel where possible! Great Vid!
Thank you for staying relatable and reviewing shit that your average joe can actually buy
The other car that I feel was ignored this week that should have got a spot was the Impreza. Yes it's completely overshadowed by the WRX, but throwing an AWD hatch into the mix rather than ALL FWD would have mixed things up a bit more. Yes Corolla-Civic-3s are good things, but they're honestly carbon copies of each other. Usually you guys like to mix things up a bit more.
I would love to see a review on a Skoda Octavia/Skoda Superb as they have great reviews and have heard they are best in class for medium large cars. Great content as always.
Yes! This! Looking at buying one of these soon.
It's a VW product. Aside from the implications of putting your support behind one of the biggest corporate criminals in history, recent history to be precise, it's not exactly like VW has a very good reputation for reliability or servicing affordability.
Yes, they are superb to drive, I'll give you that, but even if my moral compass would allow me ignore dieselgate, testing the effects of emissions on live monkeys, the DSG saga etc, I would hate to have to deal with VW Australia as a friend of mine was forced to do, some years back.
@@davidbrayshaw3529 they are a VW product, but you never really have to deal with VW. I also found their servicing, parts and reliability to be excellent. Yes I would avoid DSGs as much as any other and there can be the odd general VW derived 'dud', but they're generally very good cars. Diesel gate is a wholly different matter that I agree wholeheartedly with.
The first gen Octavia was a good car but as with all VW products the reliability is so so.
@@davidbrayshaw3529 Dieselgate was not just VW, it should have been called the Bosch emissions scandal since it was all Bosch ECU's that cheated.
Totally agree with the list, good mention on the Korean cars, their Gdi engines, and the Camry XV40 because of the 2.4 engine 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Just got a 8th gen 2007 civic sport sedan with only 83k thanks for the suggestion 😁
Love to see a review of the VE Commodore.
Mondeo XR5's are very cool for space performance quality.
Can be had for a steal these days too.
In New Zealand, we get the corolla wagons. Most of them are only 1.5 litre but if you get a Japanese import, you can find a 1.8.
Mate, I'm doing my part, liking, subscribing, sharing as much as possible
Mazda 3 ranked number three love it 😅
Top 5 SUVs: Rav4 (just not the ones with 2.4 litre engines), 2nd gen CR-V, 1st gen Kia Sorento, first gen Nissan X-trail (manual), Suzuki Grand Vitara.
What mechanical issues for the 2L four cylinder Cerato?
I bought a 2020 Cerato and racked up 60k and now things like engine mount have started to go... 😢
Those engines can get quite a catastrophic engine knock from the bottom end bearings AFAIK.
Always entertaining, love your work! With love from over the ditch 💕
A number of excellent choices for aspiring grandparents. Will take you to-and-from the RSL with plenty of bills left to feed into the pokies.
What are your opinions on a pre 2014 Lexus IS250?
Hey can you guys consider covering the Genesis G70? I'd be interested in a used review for them!
Hi Adam!! What's your opinion on 1st gen Lexus IS 200? Please let me know I'm looking to buy one.
Like the picture displays for the Kia Cerato it’s more the 2.0 GDI engines which were only in pre-facelift 2013-2016 upper spec models and I believe it’s simply a problem of carbon build up, pretty easy fix, lower spec more common models used a 1.8 engine which rarely has issues. Newer and current Ceratos use a 2.0 MPI engine which is rock solid as far as I’m aware.
I would put a disclaimer between the GDI and MPI otherwise there will be a lot of people believing almost every cerato will have issues which isn’t true.
I would prefer the Mitsubishi 380 to an Aurion.
Watched this to see what I should get next, and what do you know, my current car is #1
I’m actually seriously considering the Mazda 3 BL series 2. I heard from America at least that the 5 speed autos are crap quality/reliability but is that the same for Australia?
Accord Euro is a great car! But its thirsty and how do you upgrade the infotainment for CA and AA?
Sure you'll get a 10+ year Camry for 10k but you'll be hard pressed to find a decent condition Aurion for that money maybe a 15 yo with 200+ km with faded met paint and heaps of bumps and bruises it's no secret Aurion are very popular on the used market.I had one didn't hang around too long when it was up for sale
Can you do used wagons under 15k or 10k!
Can't find corolla under 10Ks these days. Market is on fire. 😭
Wholesalers, Auctions and local classified mate, that's where you'll find the bargains. - AK
VE Commodore Omega or SV6. Especially Series II models.
BYO timing chain?
Accord Euro R 🔥
Love your videos
I am in GC but have 2 of those 2010 Honda Civic sedan and I just them
Camry for the win!
Do you realise how difficult it is to shop for a new car when you already have an xv30 Camry? Hardly anything can match it
You cracked a funny joke some Honda swear by the and other Honda owners swear at them and what a great list Hondas Mazdas and Toyotas say no more
The Mazda 3 is more of the category small cars than medium to large sedans in my point of view. Would consider the mazda 6 a better option for this category.
What about the 2006-2011 lexus gs300...
Hopefully for the Large SUV vehicles we get to see something other than the pajeros and klugers. Not hating them but we have so many more options available
Common i30 problems include: stereo failing, boot latch and oil burning
Every time I mention a particular make and model that I would be keen to buy, they're snapped up like hotcakes before I can get near them, either that, or the sellers begin jacking up the prices of them by two or three grand
Got a 9th gen sport in Syd
the aurion is almost exactly the maximum kw/t you can drive in victoria on p plates lol
Camry, every accountant's wet dream.Lacking in character and soul. Life is too short to drive uninspired transport.
Checking account?
Betting account?
Sperm bank account?
You'll have to pin it down for us.
@@jeeves6490 There you go champ, you can go to sleep now....
Can you do a Mazda 6, maybe GH or later.
Could you please review a Hyundai Genesis G80?
Toyota Camry is a great car. But this has been a curse in the used market. As the Camry can run more than 1 million KM and is fuel efficient, most of the used Camry has been used by Uber drivers, and the odometer has been tempered off. A brand new Camry can be inherited by your grandson, tho. 😅
My 2011 Aurion has almost 340,000kms and still drives better than most cars with less than 90k kms on the clock
All 5 are cars you would drive into a tree/power poll just to liven up your day there that dull
Would love to see this list but with Australian built cars see things like the good old verada/380 come up ect love the content regardless
On that note the accord euro is one of the best cars I’ve ever driven
@@garyblizzard5266 yeah that’s the one lol
Corolla, civic and Mazda 3 look like small cars to me. Accord Euro a very tight medium, Aurion is the only large car here but very cardigan like . The Mitsubishi 380 is more enjoyable.
Love the content as always team! HOWEVER, I gotta say that Ford is completely snubbed again. Look, I'm not a massive Ford fan, but the European Fords, especially in this and last week's category, are dynamically the best on the market. They're plenty reliable (minus a couple hiccups with ecoboost engines and dual clutch trans), but so do all these other brands. Also because they are snubbed so regularly in these kinds of comparisons, they are often way cheaper like-for-like than an equivalent 'popular' brand. The Fiesta for example was the absolute dynamic benchmark and also had the most power compared to last week's options, but completely ignored. The Mazda 2 was claimed as the dynamic top model, but the Fiesta was better (and they were built on the same platform). I just dont get why they're ignored so hard?
A couple hiccups with the ecoboost engines? They're pretty much all grenades waiting to blow up, same with the auto boxes that eat themselves for fun.
@@kristoffer3000 ecoboost engines were not offered very much in these cars in Australia. The 1.6 was and is a very good engine AFAIK. The auto boxes or the dual clutch boxes? Don’t know of any standard auto type boxes that are particularly garbage. Unlike CVTs in swifts (that always make the list) or many other buckets of junk. Again the dual clutch wasn’t really offered that much in AU, I believe it was only tied to ecoboost motors. Not 100% sure.
@@kristoffer3000 also AFAIK the ecoboost had a design flaw, which was rectified but already the damage is done.
@@mattdebyl8806 I completely forgot about the 1.6's honestly, I don't know much about those but the 1.0's are the horrible ones.
Also the powershift gearboxes which were dual clutch are the awful ones yeah.
Honda Accord Euro? In Oz?
Find me one that hasn't had a p plater behind the wheel, and never been crashed....
Could you guys do a similar video but for hybrids?
Sure can!
My mid 60's year old younger sister has one of these model Toyota Aurions and you would'nt get her out of it with a crow bar!!!!
10k will not get you anywhere near a corolla above 2014
Camry is the unofficial car of Ozbargain
Corolla......medium....hmmm
Casual car service setup behind, BMW on the spot he belongs 😄 btw thanks a lot for the reviews, in today's economy its very hard breaking to watch brand new car reviews
Only BMWs need servicing?
All good choices, especially since none are a Nissan. I swear Nissan's are mostly pretty bad & now they've ruined Mitsubishi by rebadging their sh*tboxes with the diamonds & fooling loyalists. Honda & Toyota's are always a safe bet, but you get more fun out of a Honda.
RIP Honda motor cars.
1972 - 2012
No Mitz 380 ?
Was a good car often overlooked.
i wish Europe had older Camry
Thinking about getting a Mazda3 Sp25 thanks guys (:
Another good video...hmm, I'll give these a miss if for no other reason...there...Yawn...sorry, what was I talking about
I've recently driven both the Civic and the Accord Euro mentioned here and they were both severely lacking torque at low revs. Totally unacceptable in my opinion.
Are you used to six cylinder cars or diesels? Certainly, the Civic has got much at the bottom of the rev range, but I didn't think that the Euro was too bad. They're both buttery smooth at low RPM, too.
@@davidbrayshaw3529 they were both automatics so it made the lack of torque really noticeable. But no, I wasn't expecting V6 performance. I've driven other 4 cylinder cars that deliver much better torque at low revs. Its a Honda thing I guess but I don't get it.
@@mrnicktoyou We are used to immediate response from modern cars with their turbo motors, so stepping back into these older cars can be a disappointment .
@@mrnicktoyou It's what Honda's are known for, high revving engines with not much torque down low... In other words, it's VTEC yo! 😂
That's part of why I sold my 1.8 8th gen Civic, it got great fuel economy and all but it was a ballache to drive because it just had no torque at all low down.
Toyota Corolla
Honda Civic
Mazda 3
Honda Acord Euro
Toyota Cary
Toyota Aurion
Kia Cerato
Hyundai i30
Hyundai Elantra
2009 Toyota Avalon. 😄
I love watching ppl struggle to annunciate their words. Idk y, it just makes me smile.
Honda Australia Dealerships are you watching this??? ...you gotta sell us better cars again!!! Or GTFO of Australia!!
I own a large car- a Grand Marquis- these are not large cars lol.
I get your trying to cater to a more international audience but how can you make a video on the bestvlarge cars under 10 grand without mentioning the Falcon or Commodore
I don't think you could put them with this selection of cars, could you?
@@davidbrayshaw3529 the title is all wrong as the corolla, civic and Mazda 3 are small not medium cars
@@Nigel_noongar78 I suppose that point is debatable and somewhat subjective. I'd say in this day and age that they are medium sized cars, not small, not large. I'd call the Camry, Commodore and Falcon Large cars.
Something like a Yaris or a Swift is what I would describe as a small car. Interesting.
@@davidbrayshaw3529 I get what you mean but this is how I see it:
Light car: yaris, fiesta, jazz, swift
Small car: corolla, civic, focus
Medium car: camry, accord, mondeo
Large car: falcon, commodore, 300c, Kia stinger etc
@@Nigel_noongar78 It all comes down to our unique perception of things, I think. There's no right or wrong on this one.
Seriously a 2018 Corolla for 10k?
*BAHAHAHAHAHAHA*
Is it April fools day??
All wrong. Get a falcon in low-condition.
on gass
Pls say hi me I’m first
No
A Corolla is like a fat chick, she will never let you down.
Medium to large cars?! These are all small cars.. 😂😢 give me my minutes back.