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Best Cars Under $45,000
in Australia

33 models available under $45,000 driveaway. Including 7 electric vehicles. Plus 14 hybrid options.

33

Models

13

Brands

7

Electric

5

Body Types

hybrid5★ ANCAPsuv
Chery

2026 Tiggo 4 Hybrid Urban

Australia's most affordable hybrid SUV. Small SUV with hybrid efficiency under $30k.

From$29,990to $29,990
petrol5★ ANCAPsuv
Chery

2025 C5 Urban

Formerly Omoda 5. Affordable small SUV with modern styling and 7-year warranty. Great entry-level value.

From$29,990to $29,990
electric5★ ANCAPhatchback
BYD

2026 Dolphin

Fun and affordable electric hatch. Great city car with decent range.

From$31,210to $40,325
electric5★ ANCAPhatchback
MG

2026 MG4 Urban

unlimited

From$31,990to $46,000
hybrid5★ ANCAPsuv
Toyota

2025 Yaris Cross Hybrid

Small hybrid SUV perfect for city driving. Affordable entry to Toyota's hybrid range.

From$32,990to $42,990
hybrid5★ ANCAPsuv
Chery

2026 Tiggo 4 Hybrid Ultimate

Higher-spec Tiggo 4 Hybrid with synthetic leather, 360 camera, and more features.

From$32,990to $32,990
electric5★ ANCAPsuv
BYD

2026 Atto 2

Australia's cheapest electric SUV. New affordable option from BYD.

From$33,210to $39,195
petrol5★ ANCAPhatchback
Mazda

2025 Mazda3 G20 Pure

Premium small car with striking design and engaging driving dynamics.

From$33,990to $45,000
hybrid5★ ANCAPsuv
Kia

2026 Seltos Hybrid

Small SUV going hybrid-only in Australia. Good value with Kia's 7-year warranty.

From$33,990to $45,000
petrol5★ ANCAPhatchback
Suzuki

2025 Swift Sport

Fun and affordable hot hatch. Lightweight with turbo power and great handling.

From$33,990to $35,990
electric5★ ANCAPsuv
MG

2025 ZS EV

unlimited

From$33,990to $38,990
phev5★ ANCAPsuv
Chery

2025 Tiggo 7 Super Hybrid

Australia's most affordable PHEV. Medium SUV with 93km electric range and strong combined power.

From$34,990to $38,990
hybrid5★ ANCAPsedan
Hyundai

2026 i30 Sedan Hybrid

Small sedan with hybrid option. Great value for a hybrid with strong fuel economy.

From$34,990to $46,290
petrol5★ ANCAPsuv
Chery

2025 C5 Ultimate

Top-spec C5 with synthetic leather, 360 camera, power driver seat and more features.

From$34,990to $34,990
petrol5★ ANCAPsuv
Mazda

2025 CX-30 G20 Pure

Stylish small SUV slotting between CX-3 and CX-5. Premium interior for the class.

From$35,990to $49,350
hybrid5★ ANCAPsuv
GWM

2025 Haval H6 Hybrid

Affordable hybrid SUV with strong features. Chinese brand with 7-year warranty.

From$36,490to $42,990
diesel5★ ANCAPute
GWM

2025 Cannon Ute

unlimited

From$36,990to $49,990
petrol5★ ANCAPsuv
Kia

2026 Sportage 2.0 MPi

Entry-level Sportage with 2.0-litre petrol. Strong value with 7-year warranty.

From$37,990to $45,000
electric5★ ANCAPhatchback
Chery

2025 E5 Urban

Affordable electric hatchback. 430km range with LFP blade battery design for safety.

From$38,990to $38,990
hybrid5★ ANCAPsedan
Toyota

2025 Camry Hybrid

Australia's favourite mid-size sedan. Hybrid-only range with strong efficiency and comfort.

From$39,490to $52,990
hybrid5★ ANCAPsuv
Honda

2025 HR-V e:HEV

Compact hybrid SUV with unique dual-motor setup. Good city fuel economy.

From$39,900to $45,000
petrol5★ ANCAPsuv
Mitsubishi

2025 Outlander

7-seat SUV with 10-year warranty. Practical family choice with decent value.

From$39,990to $52,990
hybrid5★ ANCAPsuv
Toyota

2025 Corolla Cross Hybrid

Compact hybrid SUV sitting below RAV4. Strong fuel economy and Toyota reliability at a lower price.

From$39,990to $47,990
petrol5★ ANCAPsuv
Mazda

2026 CX-5 G25 Pure

unlimited

From$39,990to $55,000
hybrid5★ ANCAPsuv
Subaru

2025 Forester Hybrid

Rugged AWD SUV with standard hybrid. Great for outdoors with symmetrical AWD.

From$39,990to $50,990
petrol5★ ANCAPsuv
Hyundai

2026 Tucson 2.0 MPi

Entry-level Tucson with 2.0-litre petrol engine. Affordable family SUV option.

From$40,990to $46,990
electric5★ ANCAPsuv
BYD

2026 Atto 3

The EV that put BYD on the map in Australia. Practical electric SUV with quirky interior.

From$41,210to $49,270
petrol5★ ANCAPwagon
Subaru

2025 Outback AWD

Raised wagon with permanent AWD. Unique alternative to SUVs for active families.

From$41,490to $51,490
electric5★ ANCAPhatchback
Chery

2025 E5 Ultimate

Top-spec E5 with heated front and rear seats, ambient lighting, and premium features.

From$42,990to $42,990
phev5★ ANCAPsuv
BYD

2026 Sealion 6

PHEV medium SUV with strong value. Combines electric driving with petrol backup.

From$44,210to $58,126
hybrid5★ ANCAPsuv
Kia

2026 Sportage Hybrid S

Updated mid-size SUV with fresh styling and better hybrid. 7-year warranty class-leading.

From$44,490to $57,490
hybrid5★ ANCAPsuv
Hyundai

2026 Tucson Hybrid

Updated mid-size SUV now hybrid-focused. Bold design with comprehensive tech and safety.

From$44,990to $62,990
petrol5★ ANCAPsuv
Volkswagen

2025 Tiguan

European mid-size SUV with refined driving dynamics. New generation with more tech.

From$44,990to $62,990

Finding the Best Value Cars Under $45,000

With 33 vehicles priced under $45,000 in Australia, there are excellent options across 5 body types from 13 brands.

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Best Cars Under $45,000 in Australia 2026 | RealGuide