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Best SUVs under $80k

1.Lexus NX

9.2

Lexus NX
3 badges available

$71,700 - $96,000*MRLP

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What we love

  • -Responsive and refined driving experience
  • -Well appointed without going overboard
  • -Strong value in the luxury segment
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What we don't

  • -Dark, slightly gloomy interior 
  • -Touch-tracer steering wheel controls are counterintuitive 
  • -Run-flat tyres instead of a spare
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Finalist - Best Medium SUV Under $80K
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Finalist - Best Medium SUV Under $80K
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2.Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class

8.4

Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class
4 badges available

$63,600 - $99,000*MRLP

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What we love

  • -Scintillating performance when you want...
  • -... and docile enough to pass off as a regular SUV when you need
  • -Commendable ride quality
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What we don't

  • -Hefty price premium over the A45 hatch
  • -A shame it's been aurally neutered
  • -Is 12.7L/100km fuel use a bit high for a four-pot?
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3.Audi SQ2

8.3

Audi SQ2

$70,800 - $70,800*MRLP

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What we love

  • -Fantastic performance
  • -Surety from the all-wheel-drive system in all conditions
  • -It looks great and feels a bit naughty
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What we don't

  • -Your kids will loathe the second row
  • -Head says spend money on something bigger or smarter
  • -Infotainment isn't latest-gen Audi, and repeat customers may notice
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4.Land Rover Discovery Sport

8.2

Land Rover Discovery Sport
2 badges available

$78,454 - $91,955*MRLP

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What we love

  • -Serenely quiet and comfortable cabin
  • -Refined petrol powertrain 
  • -Quality materials throughout the car
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What we don't

  • -Slow-to-respond powertrain
  • -Unresponsive steering wheel buttons
  • -Third row is difficult to slide into unless you're a gymnast
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5.Tesla Model Y

8.2

Tesla Model Y
3 badges available

$58,900 - $89,400*MRLP

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What we love

  • -Quieter, more comfortable to drive
  • -Spacious, tech-packed cabin is more luxurious
  • -Excellent energy efficiency, real-world driving range
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What we don't

  • -Still no Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • -Short four-year warranty
  • -Clever software can’t completely hide the fussy touchscreen gear selector
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6.Genesis GV70

8.1

Genesis GV70
5 badges available

$79,300 - $100,800*MRLP

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What we love

  • -Refined and powerful with impeccable ride comfort
  • -Beautifully executed interior
  • -Complimentary servicing for five years
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What we don't

  • -Fuel consumption on the high side compared with rivals
  • -Driver attention alert a touch too eager
  • -Hefty price rises (but you do get much more equipment)
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7.Hyundai Santa Fe

8.0

Hyundai Santa Fe
3 badges available

$53,650 - $77,150*MRLP

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What we love

  • -Good all-terrain tyres and a full-sized spare wheel
  • -Hardy floor mats and material in the boot increase durability
  • -Still a smooth, efficient, easy and comfy family bus around town
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What we don't

  • -In this spec, the price is right up there
  • -Don't expect it to keep up with a Prado off-road, 'cos it won't
  • -While still quite efficient, it's not as good as a regular Santa Fe
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8.Kia Sorento

8.0

Kia Sorento
6 badges available

$54,630 - $86,040*MRLP

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What we love

  • -It's excellent at being a hybrid
  • -Buttery-smooth powertrain
  • -Nicely designed cabin and tech integration
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What we don't

  • -Expensive servicing compared to main rivals
  • -Third row not especially adult-friendly
  • -No airbag coverage for third row
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Finalist - Best Large SUV Under $80K
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9.Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

8.0

Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
2 badges available

$78,031 - $101,900*MRLP

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      10.Lexus LBX

      8.0

      Lexus LBX
      3 badges available

      $47,200 - $76,490*MRLP

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      What we love

      • -Brilliantly fun and snarling powertrain
      • -Ride comfort not compromised by performance focus
      • -Nicely appointed cabin, up front anyway...
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      What we don't

      • -... lacking in second-row comfort
      • -Small boot and cargo capacity
      • -Fuel consumption a touch high 
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      Finalist - Best Small SUV under $50k
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      Finalist - Best Small SUV under $50k
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