Three ‘best used cars' under £10,000 are revealed – including aero-dynamic EV & stylish five-seater
As the cost of living crisis bites and petrol prices soar with inflation, you might want to look for a reliable and affordable ride.
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Drivers often overlook these three models as they search amongst hundreds of petrol, diesel and electric cars under £10,000.
But leading mechanic Scotty Kilmer has shared that these three vehicles are known for their reliability and reasonable price.
Toyota RAV4
If you're looking for a hassle-free car and stability, then the motor expert recommends Toyota RAV4.
According to Scotty, RAV4 can run for hundreds of thousands miles without ever breaking.
He told Express: " I've never seen one of these break yet. As long as you don't drive through six feet of water and flood the whole car out, it's a really good system.
"It's been out a while, this one is a 2015, and I've never seen one break."
Data from Warranty Solutions Group has backed up Scotty's claims as it put RAV4 at the top of their reliability list.
The study showed that only 9.68% of RAV4 owners had made car insurance claims.
You can snap up this model for around £9,000, making it a budget friendly option.
Nissan LEAF
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Nissan LEAF is perfect for drivers looking to transition to EVs without breaking the bank.
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Some models are available for under £5,000 and are still in high demand even a decade later.
The Nissan Leaf is regarded as one of the most dependable electric vehicles available.
With a reliability score of 95.6%, the model ranked second out of 18 vehicles in the WhatCar's most recent assessment of electric vehicles.
Dacia Duster
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Families looking for something a bit roomier might want to buy an SUV.
But with models like Range Rovers out of many drivers' price range, Dacia Duster can be a great alternative.
The Duster's spacious boot holds more than 1,500 litres when the seats are folded down.
The model's interior may not be particularly noteworthy, but according to WhatCar?, it has a "good" overall reliability score, outperforming competitors like the Ford Puma.
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