What's the best looking NEW car under $30k?

"not for canada - australian in disguise" (for-canada) 06/09/2015 at 18:22 • Filed to: None

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Both outside and inside.

For me, it’s either the Kia Optima EX, or the Mazda 6 GS.

TheHondaBro > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/09/2015 at 18:24

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The Mazda is incredibly cramped inside.

not for canada - australian in disguise > TheHondaBro 06/09/2015 at 18:26

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Really? That sucks, that would probably be my only gripe with it.

SaveTheIntegras > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/09/2015 at 18:27

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Milky > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/09/2015 at 18:28

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‘Ello

MLGCarGuy > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/09/2015 at 18:29

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The Accord is pretty handsome.

jkm7680 > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/09/2015 at 18:30

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$29,900. Come at me.

Textured Soy Protein > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/09/2015 at 18:30

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Except that’s the soon-to-be replaced Optima. Now it looks like this.

It’s somewhat better in a darker color, but, well...

KirkyV > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/09/2015 at 18:30

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It’s a difficult question, but right now I’m leaning towards the Audi A1.

TheHondaBro > Milky 06/09/2015 at 18:30

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Apparently the “launch edition” ones will set you back $30,000.

Alex B > MLGCarGuy 06/09/2015 at 18:31

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It is.

not for canada - australian in disguise > Textured Soy Protein 06/09/2015 at 18:34

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I really don’t see the hate for it, I mean, I prefer the old model, but the new one isn’t bad at all IMO.

Alex B > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/09/2015 at 18:35

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I’m partial to the HR-V.

/flame suit on

Milky > TheHondaBro 06/09/2015 at 18:38

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Eh pretty much every car here can be optioned past $30k and the ND’s base it like $24k iirc.

not for canada - australian in disguise > Alex B 06/09/2015 at 18:39

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It’s really not bad at all, although no manual whatsoever, unlike the Juke.

TheHondaBro > KirkyV 06/09/2015 at 18:41

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Those headlights are trying too hard.

AM > TheHondaBro 06/09/2015 at 18:46

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I wouldn't say it's cramped, it still fits people fairly comfortable. However, it definitely isn't as spacious as the Accord.

traderQAMobileTestAutomationMobileBoostOn > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/09/2015 at 18:49

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TheHondaBro > AM 06/09/2015 at 18:49

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Honda really does know how to package things. I have decent room in my dad’s Fit, and I’m not exactly small.

Arch Duke Maxyenko, Shit Talk Extraordinaire > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/09/2015 at 18:49

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Milky > Alex B 06/09/2015 at 19:08

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That interior is nice for a Honda …. thats the only positive thing I could come up with.

Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/09/2015 at 19:11

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2015 Challenger RT, the second entry.

AM > TheHondaBro 06/09/2015 at 19:13

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That’s because when Honda designs are car they think “American.”

I can’t think of one Honda I sat in at this years auto show that I didn’t fit comfortably in other than the backseat of a Civic coupe.

jvirgs drives a Subaru > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/09/2015 at 19:14

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AM3R shamefully returns > MLGCarGuy 06/09/2015 at 19:20

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Is that yours?

And I’ve said this before, I REALLY like the new Accord. And $24k before any negotiations/incentives for a manual sport trim is really appealing.

MLGCarGuy > AM3R shamefully returns 06/09/2015 at 19:25

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My dad’s. Soon to be mine.

Do it. The new Accord is fantastic.

TheOnelectronic > TheHondaBro 06/09/2015 at 19:26

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You can still get one for under $30k, so it still counts.

Wobbles the Mind > Textured Soy Protein 06/09/2015 at 19:27

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There is a chance we could see the other Korean front end if sales and reviews aren’t up to expectations.

TheOnelectronic > Arch Duke Maxyenko, Shit Talk Extraordinaire 06/09/2015 at 19:27

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Right car, wrong color;

Wobbles the Mind > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/09/2015 at 19:30

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Still think the Impala looks great.

RockThrillz89 > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/09/2015 at 19:45

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Civic Si. Fully kitted out it’s less than $30k, it’s fun and I think it looks fantastic. Plus you don’t have to buy the bottom trim to keep it under $30k. Not risk in pulling up beside the V8 model or anything. You already have the top of the line.

Also, because I have a new Civic Si.

AM3R shamefully returns > MLGCarGuy 06/09/2015 at 20:17

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How does it drive? V6 or the 4 cylinder (which I hear is pretty good)? My dad has an ‘07 V6 with 115k on it and it runs perfect. He picked up a fun daily driver since all the kids are grown now and it still always starts whenever we need it to.

I went the tavarish route and instead picked up a used BMW for less than the price of an accord haha. Then I bought a Benz.. I'm pushing my luck now lol.

facw > TheHondaBro 06/09/2015 at 20:26

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Doesn't feel that way to me. I was riding in the back of one (with the seat in front all the way back) a couple days ago, and I had tons of room. I think as long as you are not super tall, or travelling with more than four people, you'd be perfectly comfortable.

facw > Textured Soy Protein 06/09/2015 at 20:28

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I like the Optima a lot, except for that weirdness it has going on with the C-pillar/rear glass.

facw > jkm7680 06/09/2015 at 20:31

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Sorry can’t stand the A3 as a sedan. The hatch/wagon was great looking, but the sedan just appears misshapen.

WhiskeyGolf > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/09/2015 at 20:40

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Homer pick, but I’m going with the GTI, especially in white 3 door (which I’m saving for!). Love the contrast.

Tartan cloth and thick steering wheel is so boss too.

uofime-2 > traderQAMobileTestAutomationMobileBoostOn 06/09/2015 at 20:57

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Agreed. Dunno about interior but exterior....dayum

AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC > MLGCarGuy 06/09/2015 at 21:05

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Wait, these are under 30? Holy cow I thought they cost a lot more! My friend’s mom has one of these and they are actually really nice and comfy in the back. Quite a good buy if I’m honest.

Twism > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/09/2015 at 21:05

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Went out of the box for this one:

2015 RAM 1500 Express with the Black Express appearance group.

You can get a 2-door, 2WD version with the Pentastar V6 for $29,230.

Or you can go a little over budget and get the HEMI, the 3.92 axle ratio and the limited-slip diff for $31,255, ensuring that your truck is as fast as it is mean.

(unless you specifically meant CARS?)

Then...

MLGCarGuy > AddictedToM3s - Drives a GC 06/09/2015 at 21:22

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My dad’s is 28k.

MLGCarGuy > AM3R shamefully returns 06/09/2015 at 23:14

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4 cylinder is smooth, has decent power. Not the quietest, but that doesn’t matter. Exhaust sounds relatively good, VTEC makes no difference. My dad tells me it handles well.

Most importantly, the CVT can’t be heard (looking at you Nissan), and if you stretch it you can get 42 mpg highway.

AM3R shamefully returns > MLGCarGuy 06/09/2015 at 23:27

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Great to hear, hope you enjoy it when it becomes yours. Supposedly they do handle pretty well. I wouldn’t mind picking one up as a daily driver. Funny you mention the CVT, I’ve only heard good things about that transmission so far. Pretty rare with a CVT..

MLGCarGuy > AM3R shamefully returns 06/09/2015 at 23:33

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I’m looking forward to it.

The CVT is so good that honestly, if you didn’t know it was, you’d think it was a conventional auto.

If you intend on picking one up, try going for a used EX-L or Touring. The amount of equipment you can get on those trims is amazing.

Nicole > TheHondaBro 06/10/2015 at 10:47

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I just bought a 3 and cramped is pretty much the last word I would use. Fits four adults and all their stuff for a road trip comfortably. It’s not the biggest car out there but it’s not cramped.

Now, the 2-door Yaris I drove before I got the Mazda, on the other hand.

Amoore100 > KirkyV 06/10/2015 at 20:50

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You Europeans suck.

Amoore100 > not for canada - australian in disguise 06/10/2015 at 20:58

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All for 19,195. Or $29,753.79. :D