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Ah, the Cerato versus Corolla showdown—classic compact car clash! The Kia Cerato offers a punchy design, good tech, and a bit more bang for your buck in terms of features. It boasts up to 130 kW of power and a comfy ride, but resale and dealer network might leave you wanting. Meanwhile, the Toyota Corolla is the reliable old warhorse, famed for bulletproof longevity, strong resale, and decent fuel economy with around 90-125 kW depending on the variant.

• Kia Cerato: Pros - stylish, feature-packed, better warranty; Cons - weaker resale, fewer dealers.
• Toyota Corolla: Pros - legendary reliability, strong resale, wide dealer network; Cons - pricier top trims, less exciting design.

Prices new range roughly from $25K to $35K AUD each, with used options plentiful on Tradingpost and CarShowroom. Choose your poison!