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    SUVs Starting Under $40K

    Starting between $30,000-$40,000, SUV buyers can choose between top-end small models, quite a few midsizers, and some of the cheaper 7-seat SUVs.

    Best SUVs according to our experts

    01.
    Toyota RAV4
    From
    $39,760
    make model
    8/10
    From
    $39,760

    Toyota's RAV4 order books are full to bursting and wait times are blowing out to 18 months or more, but that hasn't stopped people continuing to register their interest to buy one of these insanely popular mid‑sized SUVs.And it's no surprise because the RAV4 makes a lot of sense as a comfortable family 2WD wagon.But in a highly competitive market has this medium SUV lost its shine?

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    02.
    Kia Sportage
    From
    $32,795
    make model
    7/10
    From
    $32,795

    It's easy to see why the newly facelifted Kia Sportage SX petrol is a serious competitor for the medium SUV market. The biggest pull factor is the (very healthy) price tag. However, its restyle has pushed it from being 'just okay' in the looks department to downright stylish. Add the practicality of a spacious cabin and, while it might not take the win, it certainly gets on the podium.

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    03.
    Subaru Forester
    From
    $37,890
    make model
    8/10
    From
    $37,890

    Subaru hasn't given the Forester a facelift and it may be banking on the 'tried & tested' popularity of models gone by but in a market saturated with medium SUVs will the old‑school design still land a podium finish?

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    04.
    Honda CR-V
    From
    $35,900
    make model
    7.9/10
    From
    $35,900

    The Honda CR‑V hit our shores in 1997 and it's been a popular mid‑sized SUV for families ever since, but the recently launched 2024 sixth‑generation version sees some much‑needed updates to its technology, design and practicality. Will those changes keep it competitive in an increasingly competitive market?

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    05.
    Mazda CX-5
    From
    $36,110
    make model
    7.5/10
    From
    $36,110

    In Australia, we love Mazda, but one model is king above all others. After six years on sale though, should it be? We find out.

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