Once upon a time sedans dominated Australia’s new car market, headlined by the iconic Holden Commodore and Ford Falcon.
However, those days are long gone. SUVs and utes rule the showrooms and streets in 2024, and the humble sedan has become an endangered species.
With four doors, a relatively big boot and sleeker styling than wagons or SUVs, let alone utes, there’s still plenty to be said for the three-box body style. That’s especially true when you consider that a bunch of sedans can be had for less than $30,000 drive-away.
Beyond that, an electric vehicle (EV) and a storied performance model are also among this list of the 10 cheapest new sedans you can buy in Australia.
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Some manufacturers list national drive-away prices, while others list prices excluding on-road costs. For consistency, however, this list is ranked based on drive-away prices for Victorian private buyers.
| Make/model | Victorian drive-away starting price |
|---|---|
| MG MG5 | $25,990 |
| Mazda 2 | $26,754 |
| Kia Cerato | $28,790 |
| Hyundai i30 | $29,990 |
| Mazda 3 | $33,990 |
| Toyota Corolla | $36,662 |
| Mazda 6 | $37,990 |
| Toyota Camry | $44,651 |
| BYD Seal | $52,876 |
| Subaru WRX | $53,043 |
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MG MG5
MG has built a reputation on offering budget-friendly commuter vehicles, and the MG5 fits that brief.
Australia’s cheapest sedan starts at $25,990 drive-away, while the range-topping Essence variant comes in at $29,990 drive-away.
Both variants are powered by a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, although the flagship Essence gains forced induction in the form of a turbocharger that ups outputs from 84kW/150Nm to 119kW/250Nm.
Standard equipment for the entry grade includes a 10-inch infotainment touchscreen, leatherette upholstery, wired smartphone mirroring, and 16-inch alloy wheels.
The MG5 is one of the few new models to have received a zero-star safety rating from ANCAP, based on testing conducted in 2023.
| Model | Drive-away price |
|---|---|
| MG MG5 Vibe | $25,990 |
| MG MG5 Essence | $29,990 |
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Mazda 2
The Mazda 2 sedan is both smaller and dearer than the MG5, with a starting price of 24,720 before on-road costs ($26,754 drive-away in Victoria).
The entire Mazda 2 range is powered by the same naturally aspirated 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine, producing 82kW and 144Nm in base Pure specification.
The Pure sedan also comes with 15-inch alloy wheels, a 7.0-inch infotainment screen, wireless Apple Carplay, and leather-wrapped interior touch points.
All version of the Mazda 2 are backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| Mazda 2 G15 Pure automatic sedan | $24,720 |
| Mazda 2 G15 GT sedan | $27,920 |
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Kia Cerato
The cheap and cheerful Cerato sedan also wears a sub-$30k price tag, but the long-lived model is set to be replaced by the all-new K4 next year, ending a production run of over 20 years.
All Cerato variants except the flagship GT are powered by a naturally aspirated 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, producing 112kW and 192Nm. Power is sent to the front wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission.
As standard, the Cerato S offers 16-inch steel wheels, an 8.0-inch infotainment touchscreen, wireless smartphone mirroring, and a six-speaker sound system.
The Cerato is covered by Kia’s seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty in Australia.
| Model | Drive-away price |
|---|---|
| Kia Cerato S | $28,790 |
| Kia Cerato S with Safety Pack | $30,290 |
| Kia Cerato Sport | $30,790 |
| Kia Cerato Sport with Safety Pack | $32,290 |
| Kia Cerato Sport+ | $34,490 |
| Kia Cerato GT | $39,290 |
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Mazda 3
Prices are up for the Mazda 3 this year, with the base Pure sedan now commanding $31,190 before on-roads.
It’s powered by a 2.0-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine producing 114kW and 200Nm, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.
The Pure features 16-inch alloy wheels, an 8.8-inch infotainment touchscreen, a 7.0-inch instrument cluster, wired smartphone mirroring, and black cloth upholstery.
The Mazda 3 achieved a five-star ANCAP safety rating in 2019, based on Euro NCAP testing.
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| Mazda 3 G20 Pure | $31,190 |
| Mazda 3 G20 Evolve | $32,990 |
| Mazda 3 G20 Touring | $36,990 |
| Mazda 3 G25 Evolve SP with Vision Pack | $36,990 |
| Mazda 3 G25 GT with Vision Pack | $39,990 |
| Mazda 3 G25 Astina | $43,190 |
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Toyota Corolla
The most affordable version of Toyota’s Corolla sedan starts at $32,230 before on-road costs.
Under the bonnet you’ll find a 1.8-litre four-cylinder hybrid powertrain that’s good for 103kW and 142Nm (petrol only), sent to the front wheels via a continuously variable transmission (CVT).
Three trim grades are available, although even the base Ascent Sport is fitted with an 8.0-inch infotainment touchscreen, six-speaker sound system, reversing camera, and 16-inch alloy wheels.
The Toyota Corolla has a five-star ANCAP safety rating, based on testing conducted in 2018.
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| Toyota Corolla Ascent Sport Hybrid Sedan | $32,320 |
| Toyota Corolla SX Hybrid Sedan | $34,920 |
| Toyota Corolla ZR Hybrid Sedan | $40,260 |
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Hyundai i30
The i30 sedan range starts at $29,000 before on-roads, and stretches up to $52,000 for the fast and fiery i30 N.
At the bottom of the range, the base sedan packs a 2.0-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine that produces 110kW of power and 180Nm of torque, mated to a CVT.
In base trim you get 16-inch alloy wheels, an 8.0-inch infotainment touchscreen, 4.2-inch digital instrument cluster, six-speaker sound system, cloth upholstery, and a full-sized spare wheel.
The Hyundai i30 Sedan is backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| Hyundai i30 Sedan | $29,000 |
| Hyundai i30 Sedan Hybrid | $33,000 |
| Hyundai i30 Sedan Elite | $33,500 |
| Hyundai i30 Sedan N Line | $36,000 |
| Hyundai i30 Sedan Elite Hybrid | $37,500 |
| Hyundai i30 Sedan Premium | $38,500 |
| Hyundai i30 N Line Premium | $41,500 |
| Hyundai i30 N Premium Auto | $52,000 |
| Hyundai i30 N Premium Manual | $52,000 |
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Mazda 6
The current generation Mazda 6 has been around since 2012 and Australia is one of the few remaining markets to receive the mid-sized stalwart, priced from $36,140 before on-road costs in sedan form.
In G25 guise, the Mazda 6 is powered by a 2.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine making 140kW and 252Nm.
Standard equipment includes 17-inch alloy wheels, cloth upholstery, an 8.0-inch infotainment touchscreen, satellite navigation, six-speaker sound system, and a head-up display (HUD).
The Mazda 6 is backed by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| Mazda 6 G25 Sport sedan | $36,140 |
| Mazda 6 G25 Touring sedan | $40,810 |
| Mazda 6 G35 GT SP sedan | $49,040 |
| Mazda 6 G35 Atenza sedan | $52,440 |
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Toyota Camry
The new Camry is here, and it’s bigger, more powerful, and more efficient than before, with a starting price of $39,990 plus on-road costs.
Powered by a 2.5-litre four-cylinder hybrid powertrain, the Camry has total system outputs of 170kW, sent to the front wheels via a CVT automatic.
In base spec you get 17-inch alloy wheels, black cloth upholstery, an 8.0-inch infotainment touchscreen, 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster, and dual-zone climate control.
The new Toyota Camry was recently awarded a five-star ANCAP rating with 2024 date stamp.
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| Toyota Camry Ascent | $39,990 |
| Toyota Camry Ascent Sport | $42,990 |
| Toyota Camry SL | $53,990 |
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BYD Seal
It’s rare to see an EV on a list of budget buys, but that’s exactly what the BYD Seal represents in the sedan world.
Priced from $49,888 plus on-roads, the Dynamic Standard Range features a single electric motor and rear-wheel drive, with 150kW of power and 310Nm of torque.
The Dynamic Standard Range comes standard with 18-inch alloy wheels, a 15.6-inch infotainment touchscreen, 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, satellite navigation, 12-speaker sound system, power-adjustable front seats, leatherette upholstery, and a panoramic sunroof.
The BYD Seal is backed by a six-year, 150,000km vehicle warranty and an eight-year, 160,000km battery warranty.
| BYD Seal | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| BYD Seal Dynamic | $49,888 |
| BYD Seal Premium | $55,798 |
| BYD Seal Performance | $65,748 |
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Subaru WRX
A rally legend – the Subaru WRX – rounds out the list of the 10 cheapest sedans on sale in Australia.
The base manual costs $47,490 before on-road costs, and sources power from a turbocharged 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine, producing up to 202kW of power and 350Nm of torque.
In addition to sporty styling and motorsport pedigree, the WRX comes equipped with 18-inch alloy wheels, an 11.6-inch infotainment touchscreen, wireless smartphone mirroring, cloth upholstery, six-speed sound system, and dual-zone climate control.
As with all Subaru models sold in Australia, the WRX is covered by a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.
| Model | Price before on-road costs |
|---|---|
| Subaru WRX manual | $47,490 |
| Subaru WRX auto | $49,990 |
| Subaru WRX Club Spec manual | $52,590 |
| Subaru WRX RS manual | $52,990 |
| Subaru WRX RS auto | $55,490 |
| Subaru WRX tS auto | $57,990 |
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