Choosing the right small car for you
There are plenty of small cars to choose from, and that's because of how popular they are.
We've highlighted our top recommendations below, and we've divided the cars into three categories:
- City cars
- Superminis (a small hatchback)
- Crossovers (a small Sports Utility Vehicle)
The reason we've divided our recommendations is to help you find the car that's right for you.
City cars offer the lowest running costs, and their compact proportions suit congested areas. Then you have superminis and crossovers, which offer more space and versatility, making them a great choice if you're a young family.
Best city cars
Hyundai i10
It may not be the most popular car in the world, but the i10 is well made and comes with plenty of safety equipment as standard.
SEAT Mii
The Mii made the transition to all-electric power a little while ago, making it one of the cheapest city cars to run.
Toyota AYGO
We're big fans of the AYGO, which has a stylish appearance and an efficient petrol engine. It's hard to ignore Toyota reliability, too.
Volkswagen up!
The up! will be cheap to run, yet will offer refinement levels that put some cars in the class above to shame.
Best superminis
Ford Fiesta
The Fiesta has been a best-seller in Britain for a while now, and that's because it's fun to drive and affordable to run.
Renault Clio
We'd recommend the Clio if you want a small family car that has a funky interior design and is fun to drive.
Vauxhall Corsa
A popular choice among motorists, the Corsa offers low running costs in a well-rounded package.
Volkswagen Polo
The Polo is essentially a baby Golf, which partly explains why it's so refined and spacious inside.
Best crossovers
Ford EcoSport
The EcoSport is easy to drive and spacious inside. The 1.0-litre petrol engine is a popular choice because of its efficiency.
Mercedes-Benz GLA
The GLA is actually based on an A-Class, meaning it offers a refined drive. The main difference is that the GLA has a bigger boot.
Renault Captur
If you want a stylish family car that has a big boot and low running costs, then we'd recommend giving the Captur a look.
Vauxhall Mokka
Thanks to a generous equipment list, the Mokka represents great value for money while offering affordable running costs.
Our Personal Advisors are here to help you
Choosing the right car for your needs can feel like a daunting task, but it doesn't need to be.
If you haven't found the right car for you on our website, then please feel free to visit one of our CarStore Centres. A Personal Advisor will be more than happy to discuss your requirements and then make a recommendation that they think is right for you.
Alternatively, you can browse our used cars to see if there are any cars that you like the look of.
