Small Cars Perth

It's not fashion-driven; rather, there are several practical reasons for our shifting habits. Our cities have become more congested and parking spaces harder to find. Small cars are easier to drive and to park, and typically more economical to run. With rising petrol prices, their frugal four-cylinder engines make financial sense. And then there's the fact that Australians are getting married and starting families later in life, so there is less need for a big car early on.

All of this means Australians' long-time love affair with large six-cylinder family cars is starting to strain at the seams; the new breed of well-priced quality four-cylinder cars is more likely to catch our eye.

Even better news for small car buyers is that the increased demand has made prices drop as car makers compete for their slice of the market.