BEST used small SUVs UNDER $20,000 to buy in 2023
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You're after a small SUV and you've got $20,000 to spend, what do you buy? Here are our top picks.
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I owned 2016 ASX did 107,000 ks with no issues at all , sold it to a friend 2 years ago still going strong , I can highly recommend them very reliable car & cheap to maintain 😁👍
Excellent work again guys! Great video and great advice.
I am a current owner of both the Ignis and ASX. Both have given no problems. The Asx had a Evap system problem however which Mitsubishi fixed- reluctantly I might add.
We bought an ASX new back in 2013. Apart from bearing issues early on, we have no issues with it. We will be hitting 240,000kms soon and I'm keen to see how far we could go before the wheels fall off 😅
Huge fan of the channel, the contents and the bloops !!! Was wondering if you all might do a various buyer channel type videos please ? Like buying from dealer .. things to look out for.. private buyer step by steps and buying from auctions with examples and/or buying from out of state if possible ? Probably specific for the aus market though.
Again. Loving the content !!! Keep it up and looking forward to the next one !!!
agree we need the pros & cons of buying a car from various places.
Dealer, auction & private.
Hot tip, the Peugeot 4008, apart from the exterior lights, is a Mitsubishi ASX in every other way! Often slightly cheaper then an ASX because of the badge! Love the videos bro!
It’s also a lot prettier on the outside, but you wouldn’t expect any less from the French …
Wonderful video, mates! Agree with the list, with the prices of used cars now, it needs bargaining skills to get the ones in the list.
The ASX CVT is pretty good, what lets them down is people don’t do the 90k service (which is when the CVT fluid needs changing) with the genuine J3 /J4 fluid. Agreed with the diesel, I see a lot of these with bottom end knocking, EGR and blocked manifold issues. Although I do love driving the diesel with the 6 speed manual, they fly.
We had an asx and it had constant aircon issues (each occasion had 9+ months waits on parts)
Had a manual ASX from new to 160k with zero problems. Still looks great too.
The Ignis is indeed a fun little car. They do however have an issue with their fuel system, it's very difficult to get them to burn a lot of fuel, like really tricky. It's much easier with Subaru though.
nice really helpfull. Just subscribed to your channel. Will be watching all your vids.:D
I own a 2015 Nissan Juke. Has been really reliable even at 270k. I’ve always had it fastidiously maintained over its life, and has always been dependable. I know it’s a bit of a “joke” car, but for what they’re worth now, I seriously think it’s worth a look. Especially with the tech that you can get on them.
When comes to AWD for towing there are very few options. Scross, Vitara 1.4T or gutless 1.6 1200kg, Kona or Seltos 1.6T 1300kg. CX3 AWD is only available in some markets. Some of european models and varies on market.
Suzuki's use reliable stand Auto, while Korean and euro use DSG with its questionable reliability especially if ask to tow >1000kg on regular basis. Forgot ASX in some models.
I just test drove a new demo Ignis. It's noisy and floaty compared to the Swift (we have a 2022). However it has excellent all round visibility and will suit taller drivers. It would make an excellent town car. The CVT is perfectly matched to these little powerplants and they are insanely fuel efficient.
The manual version is not really noisy, it has to be added.
Been waiting for this video, thank you! 🙏🏼. I’ve been driving manual for the last 6 yrs but now have some Arthritis in my left ankle and need an automatic. But most of the recommended small/medium SUV’s that I like, have the CVT 🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️
Don't be put off by CVTs if you haven't tried them.
CVTs are more efficient which is why they are used in so many vehicles.
Car reviewers tend to be biased against them because they don't sound like manuals or the geared automatics.
I prefer not having a temporary loss of power which comes with gear changes. The continuous transmission of power is much better.
@@markhamer5112 Thanks very much for the great explanation/information 👍. My main concern is the high costs if they fail.
@@traceycrawford9938you will not have any issues with cvt's as long as it's been properly maintained meaning fluid changes on time - time meaning km or year whichever came first using proper genuine fluid, the issues were mostly with early models and people using incorrect or non genuine fluids, or not servicing them at all
Mate had 1.2 turbo i30 9k km......chain snapped....I got no more words..maybe a 1.4 max..brand new car
A family member had their Hyundai Tucson engine replaced 4 times lol. Crazy. Luckly it was covered under warrenty/ recalls.
@Redriven Just curious to know, your previous videos for SUV's for around $15000 suggested the KIA's and Hyundai's range. Do you now suggest steering clear of them, and will you be Re-visiting those videos in the future? Our budget is around that $15k mark and I had both the Sportage and the Tucson as options along with the obvious CX-5.
Only issue with the ignis - the GLX with the sliding seats, alloys etc ONLY comes with the CVT. To get a manual - you are in povo pack territory only.
The Honda Haitch R V and Toyota C Haitch R are good choices.
No...I've not found any new car I like yet, it might be that I'm just too tight to spend any money but, show me anything from the last century and the chances are it will be worth considering.
2021 venue going well for me
totally add the mazda cx7 on the big SUV under 20,000. luv the work!!!
depending on engine. My diesel died unexpectedly
I see a lot of these on the used market and was wondering why?
The 2.5 gas is the most reliable engine in the CX-7.
Great video however neither Suzuki has a great safety record in my view. Especially for current models. You can do way better (personal view) Can you please do a video on the cheapest 5 star ⭐️ cars out there.
Cant wait for the Volvo XC40 T5 review.
Kind of surprised that the S-cross wasn't an honourable mention or the YG Cruze put in with the Ignis but even without that still a bloody good video.
Next week's list nominees I'd put forward are;
Suzuki XL-7
Hyundai Terracan
Mitsubishi Challenger/Delica
Nissan Pathfinder
Lexus RX350
Porsche Cayenne
Volvo XC90
Ford Maverick
I have a feeling you may have let slip the review car for Friday Adam lol 😂
Brilliant work as always guys and look forward to Friday's video👍
Some of those suggestions are either too old or just suck. Though the XL-7 and RX350 are both good choices.
@@TheKnobCalledTone. depends on the definition of suck really.
Love all your videos but the up here and down there just doesn’t work for me. Nothing shows as an overlay and I think it’s just better to say “In the description” or similar. I use an iPad and desktop machine with no overlays at all unless it’s the end of a CZcams video as a suggested next video.
The best combined bet here are Suzukis and Mazda petrol. Honda sucks because of CVT and Toyota feels like driving a vacuum cleaner. All others suck because of reliability issues. Thanks for a great video.
Ford focus trend 2016 model great car.
Next do a video about the best classic cars you can bat under 20.000$
I wouldn't say the Ignis' safety is "quite good", it's quite below par (Lacks AEB and had a 3 star safety rating in 2016) so I would step up to the Vitara. Also, on Hyundai/Kia, the engine problems are mostly related to pre 2017 2.0L & 2.4L engines with lack of maintenence. The 1.6L's (including Turbo models) and post 2018 2.0L's are generally fine. Their diesels & V6's are very reliable too.
> it's quite below par
Only if you buy the "bare-bones" version. The up-spec version is 5 star iirc. The Vitara is good, but massive. My best friend owns one and his wife is afraid to drive it :/ If they had bought an Ignis instead they would have had better fuel economy, an easier car to drive and park and they would both be able to drive in it. Added bonus, in the latest Ignis the back seats open almost at 90 degrees, so you can fit children seats and put the children in, very easily.
With the exception of the gawd awful 1.8 asthmatic Cruze 10yrs ago, I cannot live with a CVT ASX - driven my rello’s well maintained one many times on highway and city - that Jatco CVT is so poorly programmed - the car is unreasonably harsh and loud even in mid throttle - it reinforces everything stereotypical of a CVT. The (possibly same model) Jatco CVT in the Suzuki Kizashi I had OTOH was actually very very good to drive. But I get it - the ASX is dependable and that counts for more for most people.
You guys seem to love the Mazdas my. Worry is that I haven’t can’t seem to find lots of the new sky active ones with high km meaning over 200-250000km that puts me slightly on edge but that could also be because they haven’t been out long enough for people to drive them that much anyway goodnight it’s 11pm and I’m tired
280000kms from Mazda 626. Only unexpect failures, fuel pump and wiperblade motor. Clutch hydraulic failed at 250,000km not unexpected. Was still on original clutch when it went to wreckers. Wouldn't hesitate to buy another Mazda aspecially anything fro. ZoomZoom era which 626 which definitely wasn't
Lmao at the CH-R. Its slower to 100km/h than my old 1.4L Hyundau Getz.
No love for the Juke or the criminally underrated SsangYong Tivoli?
Will you guys review the mg3 at some stage?
Adam deletes all requests without a ' please '.
Please 🙏
Hey Adam I have been watching since 2021. Can you do a video about under $5 or $6 k Sedan or SUV( I KNOW IT IS USELESS TO DO BUT MOST OF THE INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS WOULD LOVE TO WATCH YOUR VIDEOS . SO ACCURATE AND INFORMATIVE .SIMPLE AND EASY TO UNDERSTAND )
THANK YOU😊
No need to yell mate.
@@arokh72 Is it too loud? 😅😅
@@malithnoob An older Camry or Corolla should do the needful for you.😎
hi , can you do under $40,000 to buy for sport cars :)
No Toytotas?
I think you need to consider safety as well though. How many fatalities do we see from Japanese cars vs European.
Yes, including details about number of airbags and ANCAP ratings would be very helpful
only thing i would do is add a third suzuki, the s-cross
I bought a 2017 Suzuki S-Cross turbo with 52000 kms. It's a great drive, 6 speed auto and paddle shift as well. I love it!
The pre 2022 Scross miss out on safety stuff that +2019 Vitara turbos got, plus they are ugly. Only redeeming feature is bigger boot.
Can you PLEASE do a video for tall people?
Im 6ft 7 and I fit in a Suzuki Ignis and love it to bits
Are you by any chance over 3 meters tall or something?
Adam is 188cm tall....
But I guess not tall enough?
Own a Honda with "magic seats", and while they are incredibly handy for carrying crap about the place, like seriously good, they have failed to pull off a good card trick. They wouldn't fool Penn and Teller.
Suzuki is the small car king Honda interior space king
Subaru rugged tough king
Omg. So many problems and none with our Renault captur.
Good report Adam - my father and I spent many Saturday afternoon kitchen table conversations about philosophy, classical music, technology and why Japanese car manufacturers became the world leaders in quality and reliability - we concluded that their culture of pride and honour influenced the standard of what they make which is why I’ve owned many Subarus, one Mazda and now Toyota - Australian, UK and US car industries have a ‘she’ll be right’ attitude hence the poor quality - South Korean is fair but not quite there as it’s now showing with their engines - European is pretty poor too - so if it’s not Japanese I’m not interested and I know many pro Aussie car fans will dispute my claims about the car industry but why has GM/ Holden and Ford disappeared …mmmm? - but I also acknowledge par excellence for what we’ve invented in the Medical, Science and technology sectors.
Before watching the video, I feel sure the Rav 4, and/or it's Lexus equivalent, will be here. Adam covered it for the under $10k video (not that you can get a Rav 4 for under $10k from what I've seen...and I've been looking).
So this is the fat hatchbacks list? My mate has a fat Lancer(ASX) & it's not very good. I mean it still works, but because of it's weight, my same age Lancer GSR Sportsback climbs hills better. They use pretty much the same engine & parts in a lot of areas. I say if you want a fat hatchback, just buy a normal hatchback or go up a size.
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Don't know why people don't like European cars, I've never had an issue with them, well except the two I owned, had plenty of issues with those.
Basically a 5 year old European car is due for retirement, and a 10 year old Japanese car isn't even at middle age.
why i would get this recommended by youtube in Texas is dumb.
There is no such thing as a small sports utility vehicle. They are just cars. Its a fashion name invented by manufacturers for the thick sheep.
I had to bring a Mazda cx3 to a friend, the distance was only 40ks and the driving experience was horrible, the seating position is too high as if you're seated for a dinner, the mirrors are oversized and the road noise is unbearable. Definitely won't recommend it to a family member or a friend.