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SUVs Starting Under $25K

The cheaper end of the SUV market is booming, with plenty of smaller options available that offer SUV practicality for the price of a small hatchback.

Best SUVs according to our experts

01.
Suzuki Ignis
From
$18,999
7/10
From
$18,999

Three months have come and gone, and it's now time to farewell the Suzuki Ignis GLX. As it turns out, the 'light SUV' is well suited to the urban jungle, although its overall performance is far from perfect.


02.
Renault Captur
From
$31,800
9/10
From
$31,800

What a surprise. Today's Renault Captur has matured from a patchy curio to a sophisticated small SUV capable of taking on all rivals. From its smart design and packaging to the quality interior and engineering, the Captur II combines comfort and agility with class, to challenge premium alternatives like the Mercedes GLA. The flagship RS Line is expensive, but it's also one of this segment's best.


03.
Hyundai Kona
From
$26,900
7.8/10
From
$26,900

Hybrids are a big deal in Australia, and with this new Kona Hybrid, Hyundai has a vehicle that can finally take the fight to models like the Toyota Corolla Cross and C‑HR Hybrids. We out this small SUV to the test to see how it measures up.


04.
Honda HR-V
From
$36,700
8.5/10
From
$36,700

We wrap up our time with the Honda HR‑V and decide if it's worth its asking price.


05.
Mazda CX-3
From
$23,510
7/10
From
$23,510

After three months with the 2023 Mazda CX‑3 Akari LE AWD, it's finally time to say goodbye. And as this final instalment of our long‑term review shows, the best‑selling light SUV may have a timeless exterior design and surprisingly premium features, but it's fallen behind newer rivals when it comes to the driving experience.