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many factors have to be considered when buying a car.

1/ Is it a commuter or a leisure car?

2/ Economy

3/how many passengers

4/How much can you afford?

5/ New or used?

6/terrain & distance to be travelled daily.

Hyundai Getz,Cheap to buy,cheap to run,affordable commuter.

Toyota Rav4,Virtually unbreakable all wheel drive,Good fuel economy & handy on a little rough terrain.

Mazda3 Australias top selling car 2011.

One that runs, and doesn't cost a lot.

The one you can afford. I have no idea how much you can afford or where you live. Demographics matter. 

Study up on what you need in said vehicle you pick and then sit in one to see if it fits you're comfort and room requirements and within you're price range ford makes nice cars jmo

Toyota.