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Looks better, is safer, better equipped, goes better, is more affordable and better handling. Almost the complete hot hatch package and a great everyday driver. It would want to be with a swag of delightful alternatives from Ford, VW, Renault, Skoda and others.
Price: under $30,000
Warranty: 3 years/100,000km
Capped serivicing: $270/yr for 3 yrs/60,000km
Service interval: 12 months/20,000km
Safety rating: 5-star
Engine: 1.6-litre 4-cyl turbo petrol, 147W/275Nm
Transmission: 6-spd manual; FWD
Thirst: 5.9L/100km; 98RON; 139g/km CO2
Tank: 50L
Dimensions: 3.9m (L), 1.7m (W), 1.4m (H)
Weight: 1160kg