Top 10 used cars under $10,000

Carsales has released its top 10 used cars under $10,000.

The cars were judged on P-plate approval, four-cylinder, bulletproof, five-star machines that run on 91 RON petrol.

Carsales news editor Ken Grattan provides additional insight to the vehicles below:

1. Nissan Pulsar – the 2013 Pulsar is affordable and sufficiency fit for purpose, Grattan says. It’s reasonably frugal, rated at 6.7L/100km and a 2013 ST sedan with CVT is valued no more than $8700, according to RedBook.
2. Hyundai i20 – Grattan says its robust and reliable, economic to run and not expensive to ensure. RedBook says the value of an i20 is $9100.
3. Holden Barina – scored five stars for crash safety when tested by ANCAP in 0211. Redbook says a Barina CD auto sedan from 2012 can be purchased for $6700.
4. Mitsubishi Lancer – like the Pulsar, the auto Lancer is fitted with a continuously-variable transmission, is roomy and a capable touring car. RedBook suggests a 2013 auto Lancer ES hatch will be $8800.
5. Toyota Yaris – Grattan says this car provides years of safe, affordable and reliable motoring in the hands of a young driver, and is worth no more than $8700.
6. Kia Rio – drives well due to its excellent suspension tuning for local conditions, Grattan says. A Rio S from 2013 is valued by Redbook at $8400 but the stronger performing Rio SLi from the same year costs $9900.
7. Suzuki Swift – frequently accounting for half of all Suzuki car and SUV sales in the local market, the Swift is affordable, reliable and roomy, and a 2013 Swift GL auto is worth $8400.
8. Mazda2 – Grattan says the Mazda2 boats good driving dynamics, low running costs and practical packaging. A 2013 basic Mazda2 Neo with auto transmission is valued at $8900, according to RedBook.
9. Holden Spark – received five stars by ANCAP in 2016 and RedBook says buyers can purchase a Spark in good condition for $10,500.
10. Hyundai Accent – buyers can get a used Accent in good condition for $8100, according to RedBook