Top Five Best Selling Cars of Australia
After we exposed the most expensive cars in Australia, this time, we focus on the most popular ones. Even though the following 5 aren't the cheapest, they sure are some of the most sold and loved cars on the green continent.
1. Toyota Corolla
It's no surprise to see Toyota at the top, when it comes to popularity. In May 2013, it took down the Mazda3 from the first position, registring the sales performance of the month, with 3,640 units sold, while Mazda3 remained stuck at 3,054. For the eleventh time, the Corolla has undergone a renew, coming with great value, at the starting price of AUD19,900, and putting up a lot of promise.
2. Mazda3
Available in 4 versions in Australia, 2.0L,145bhp, 2.3L, 154bhp, 2.3L DISI MZR: 260 bhp, and 2.0L MZR-CD common rail diesel 143 PS, has the starting price of AUD20,990, slightly higher than the new Toyota Corolla. This might be one of the dominant factors that sits at the base of Mazda3 dropping from the 1st position, although it has been Australia's number one selling car. Anyway, the Mazda3 still offers great value for the price, remaining one of the best small cars sold in Australia.
3. Toyota HiLux
With over 40,000 units in sales in 2012, Toyota HiLux still remains one of the top cars in Australia when it comes to popularity. Although the price range is AUD41,990 - AUD 44,990, this beauty excels in toughness, comfort and is unmatched in reliability. There are 35 variants of HiLux built and sold in Australia today, the variety being shadowed only probably by the Camry/Aurion. So far, the HiLux has the market covered on single, dual and extra cab, tray body, ute, 4x2 and 4x4.
4. Holden Commodore
One of Australia's native cars, the Holden Commodore benefits from a lot of popularity among Australians. One of the major facelifts of the VE Commodore, the VF was officially announced in February 2013, and scheduled for release for June. This latest Commodore model does seem to be by far, the best car ever produced in Australia, and the starting price is AUD34,990.
5. Holden Cruze
Australia's small car sits on the 5th position so far, offering four engine choices: 1.8 litre petrol, 1.6 litre iTi turbo petrol engine, 1.4 litre iTl turbo petrol, and 2.0 litre turbo diesel. The price tag for the entry level Cruze from Holden is AUD19,490, quite a fair price for a car that excels in comfort, handling and performance.
