Hunting the best used small SUV under $10,000 in Australia? Champagne taste, beer budget—fair enough; you’re mostly shopping 2008–2014 vintage with 150–250k km, but tidy buys exist.
Shortlist the usual suspects: Nissan Dualis, Mitsubishi ASX, Hyundai ix35, Suzuki SX4/Vitara, older Toyota RAV4 (slightly bigger), and early Holden Trax.
Reality check: Dualis rides nicely but needs careful CVT servicing; ASX is simple and cheap to run yet a bit noisy; ix35 is abundant value though a touch thirsty; SX4 is tough with optional AWD but snug inside; older RAV4s feel near-indestructible but command a premium; Trax is city-friendly yet can feel underpowered.
Prioritise full service history, recent tyres and brakes, timing belt/chain status, and an ANCAP 5-star rating where possible; get a pre-purchase inspection and a PPSR check.
At this money, condition beats badge—test the auto for smooth shifts, listen for suspension clunks, budget $1–2k for the first tidy-up, and cast a wide net on Tradingpost.
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