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![belynda_g](themes/aaAle/images/interface/profile-pic-placeholder.47cf740a.png)
Hi there, We're looking to buy a small(ish) 1.5L runaround for around $5k. Should we be focused more on the age of the car or the mileage when all other factors are equal? We are currently looking at either a Toyota IST, a Mitsubishi Colt or a Nissan Tiida. Which of these would you rate the highest in terms of reliability and are there any others we should consider?
![Anon](/assets/aa/aa-avatar.png?m=1466990309)
Hi there,
The Toyota ist would seem the best and most popular of these vehicles, with a Suzuki Swift, Toyota Vitz, or Mazda Demio as other options. Low mileage is usually more attractive with resale in mind and component condition.
![belynda_g](themes/aaAle/images/interface/profile-pic-placeholder.47cf740a.png)
Thanks. We hadn't considered Suzuki Swift because they seem a little too small and we were after at least a 1.5L engine. Do you think if we pushed our budget up to 7k it would make a big difference in the quality of the car/ driving experience or would we need to make a bigger jump to have any real impact?
![Anon](/assets/aa/aa-avatar.png?m=1466990309)
Hi there,
Yes I think it might open up a vehicle that would be newer, or have less km's both of which is a good thing.