January 24, 2025

Should You Buy An SUV Or A Sedan? Here’s What You Need To Know

Are you shopping for a new car in Brisbane and trying to decide between an SUV and a sedan? 

In Australia, both are popular vehicle types. Maybe you have a firm favourite, maybe you’ve previously owned both. SUVs have recently become the most popular types of vehicles in Australia, making up more than 50% of vehicles sold in 2022. Mazda’s SUVs and sedans are both bestsellers, with SUVs like the Mazda CX-60 and sedans like the Mazda 2, 3 and 6 offering excellent standards of quality. 

If you know you want that “zoom-zoom” feeling but you need a little help deciding what kind of form it should take, Aspley Mazda can help. Our new and used cars in Brisbane include makes and models with high-grade safety features and sleek combinations of balance and style. 

Here’s what you should know about SUVs and sedans before shopping for new cars in Brisbane. 

SUV

The SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) is the evolution of what was one known as the 4WD. These vehicles combine off-road capabilities with the chic style of road passenger cars. 

Advantages

Roomy

An SUV has a larger interior than a sedan, with plenty of headroom and legroom. 

Engine power

SUV engines come with extra grunt and torque for some impressive pulling power. 

Off-road capabilities

SUVs are designed for adventure and for going off the beaten track, so they can easily handle rocky paths and steep climbs. 

Large cargo areas

SUVs offer additional space in their cargo areas, making it easier to fit more luggage and other items in while travelling. 

High towing capacity

If you need to tow heavy loads, an SUV is a reliably strong choice. 

All-wheel drive option

Many SUVs come with AWD either on standard models or available as an optional extra. 

Sedan

A sedan is a car with seats for four or more, a fixed roof and a boot that’s separate from the part of the car with seats. While SUVs are extremely popular, sedans remain sought-after for benefits of their own. 

Advantages

Affordability

Sedans often have lower price tags than SUVs, making them an appealing option for the budget-conscious. 

Fuel efficiency

Sedans are small and light compared to SUVs, which makes them more fuel-efficient. 

Easy to drive

Sedans’ compact size makes them easy to drive and park, easily meeting the needs of drivers that stick to the city. 

Cheaper insurance

As more affordable vehicles, sedans typically have lower insurance premiums than SUVs. 

What to Consider

When choosing between SUVs and sedans, there are a few different factors to choose from: 

Comfort

If having a spacious interior is important to you, SUVs are definitely the roomiest option, with plenty of space for both your passengers and luggage. They also have extended wheelbases and suspension systems which make for a smoother ride over uneven ground. While sedans have less interior space and leg room, they also handle winding roads more gracefully.  

Affordability

Cost is a factor in any major purchase. But while sedans are usually cheaper than SUVs, that’s not always the case. A luxury high-end sedan can cost just as much as an SUV. For many drivers, the powerful off-road capabilities of an SUV make the price more than worthwhile. 

Lifestyle

It’s important to choose the right car for your needs. If you live in the city and you’re single or have a small family, a sedan may be enough to get you by. On the other hand, if you love adventure, the great outdoors and unspoilt places that are out-of-reach in a sedan, SUVs are definitely the right choice for you. 

Find the Right SUV or Sedan at Aspley Mazda

Whether you’d prefer an SUV or a sedan, you can find the right car for you at Aspley Mazda. 

Our line-up of new cars in Brisbane consists of Mazda’s entire vehicle range, including powerful SUVs like Mazda CX-90 and CX-60 and classy sedans like Mazda2, Mazda3 and Mazda6. All of these vehicles are designed to provide you with a first-class experience no matter your lifestyle, and we offer fast and competitive financial and insurance options to meet your needs too. 

Our used car super centre offers used cars in Brisbane of all makes and models, including Mazda. With these cars, you can enjoy one years’ roadside assistance and warranty plus fast and affordable servicing for life. 

Aspley Mazda has been providing quality cars with a quality customer service experience to the people of Brisbane’s northside for over 50 years. A family owned and operated business, we remain as dedicated as ever to providing you with the ideal vehicle and exceptional customer service. 

Pay us a visit at 1441-1461 Gympie Road, Aspley so we can find the right SUV or sedan for you, and book a test drive.