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sameerdhamankar

Hi there, we are looking to buy a hatchback car for up to $15k. I have come across a few that looked appealing. Can you please advise on how the below cars compare in terms of mechanical reliability, maintenance, fuel efficiency, any known major problems etc and which would be your best pick please?

2016 Toyota Aqua/Prius C - 1500cc Hybrid, 38700kms - $13920 + $595 ORC.
2014 Honda Fit - 1500cc Hybrid, 48100kms - $12420 + $595 ORC.
2014 Subaru Impreza - 1600cc Petrol Auto, 40200kms - $10500 + $?? ORC.

Many thanks - Sameer.

Anon

Hi there,
As you are looking at potentially used Japanese imports, there is really not much information available. In saying that Toyota and Subaru generally seen as very reliable, with the Aqua being a hybrid is very fuel efficient. The older Hondas had some transmission complaints, and not aware of the same issues with the later ones or if the Honda hybrid system stacks up against the Toyota system.