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The best family cars under $80,000... that aren't SUVs
Sure, some families need an SUV. But for a lot of new-car buyers, there are plenty of suitable alternatives. Here are just a few.
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James, Scott and Sean sit down to discuss the new hot hatch/SUV from Lexus: the LBX Morizo RR.
The panel discusses which cars should come to Australia on the back of Smart’s return; and the new Hyundai Tucson Hybrid is in the spotlight.
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