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Hi there
My trusty old Mazda station wagon has breathed its last and I am looking to upgrade to something newer (2001 - 2006ish), either a hatchback or a small sw, that will last me and my small family a good long while.
The key things I'm interested in are;
Fuel economy
Safety
Reliability
Enough room in the back for 2 car seats
Enough power to occasionally pull a trailer full of hay and have a bit of zip
Good boot size
Good turning circle
Low mileage
I'm looking to spend $8 - 12K (though 12 is a bit of a stretch) and have been considering Mazda3 (Axela), Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic (though I hear the turning circle makes the hatch a nightmare to park?), Mitsubishi Lancer.
Your advice on some good options would be greatly appreciated, thanks.
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In this price range you will struggle to find everything you are looking for in one vehicle but there are some good choices to consider. A Toyota Corolla/RunX and the Mazda 3/Axela have good reputations in the used hatchback segment but you could also consider the 1.8L Toyota Caldina wagon (non-D4D engine).
If you decide to stick with a larger wagon you should consider the Honda Accord 2.4L or Mazda Atenza wagon.
Wagons will have a larger turning radius than a hatchback.
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Very helpful, thanks for your time.