In the ever-changing landscape of automotive engineering, the Suzuki Swift stands out like a sore thumb as one of the few cars that has maintained its simplicity. This simplicity however comes at a cost as simpler cars are often less safe than the complex ones. It’s a double-edged sword and a dilemma that most buyers grapple with. Should you choose a simpler car that is reliable but less safe or should you choose a complex car that is safer but less reliable? Nowhere is this dilemma more acute than when buying a Suzuki Swift. Worry not, this is the main question that we address in this guide. We go into detail on the safety of the Swift and tell you about its safety and reliability. We delve into the engines that come with the Swift, these are the 1.2-Litre DualJet K12C Engine (Petrol), the 1.0-Liter BoosterJet K10C Engine (Turbocharged Petrol) and the 1.2-Liter DualJet Hybrid (Hybrid). We tell you about their performance and efficiency in real life scenarios. We compare the Swift with its closest rivals such as the Toyota Vitz, Honda Vitz, VW Polo and Mazda Demio.  At the end of this guide, you will be empowered to make the right decision.

The Mazda Axela has had a rapid ascent to the top of New Zealand’s hatchback tree and it’s now one of the most sought after compacts in the market. It strikes a perfect balance, blending exceptional features and world-class driving dynamics into one package. It comes with a wide range of engine options both petrol and diesel that can fit many applications such as the normal school runs to more demanding ones such as track-tearing speed runs. This wide range of options presents a major challenge for many buyers and it’s quite daunting to make the right choice especially when presented with such a wide array of engines. There’s nothing as worse as getting stuck with the wrong car that doesn’t fit your needs or that comes with a host of issues you didn’t know about. This is what this guide will help you to navigate the complexities of buying a used Axela and equip you with the information you need to make the right decision.

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The Mitsubishi Outlander strikes all the right notes making it one of the few compact SUVs that ticks all the boxes when it comes to interior space, fuel efficiency, off-road capability, and affordability. It’s the Swiss army knife of the SUV world, so to speak. This has propelled it to the top of New Zealand’s SUV kingdom where it outperforms its rivals such as The Toyota Rav4, Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester and Mazda CX5. The secret to its success was in its simplicity but modern technology has made it evolve to become a complex SUV. The Outlander PHEV, which is the electric-hybrid version is an example of this complexity and most buyers struggle to figure out the right Outlander to buy. Making an informed decision is critical when buying an Outlander. In this guide, we help you navigate the minefield of buying a used Outlander. We give you actionable information to help you approach a dealership confidently and go about evaluating the Outlander systematically.

Long before Tesla became the cool trend in electric mobility, the Nissan Leaf was making major inroads in the electric car segment and it carved out a name as the first electric car to achieve commercial success. In New Zealand, it has achieved great success thanks to the growing concern for the environment and demand for efficiency. The Nissan Leaf, like all electric cars is inherently complex and nowhere is this more prevalent than the used car market. The amount of conflicting information on the Leaf out there is overwhelming and it can be quite daunting for buyers to get to the facts.

The Toyota corolla is a time-tested icon that has straddled decades of history and remains one of the most popular cars in the New Zealand market. It has a long history that is intricately intertwined with the trust that we Kiwis have in Toyotas. It comes with various engines and body types which makes it a versatile and practical car that can fit many applications. But with modern technology, the Corolla has become ever more so complex with the introduction of modern engines such as the 1.2-Litre 8NR-FTS turbocharged engine and the 1.8-Litre 2ZR-FXE hybrid engine. This presents buyers with a challenging landscape to navigate when buying a used Corolla. A slight mistake can lead you to make a choice that you will regret. It’s now more important than ever to pay attention to the car you are buying.