Small / City car reviews
If a city car is top of your shopping list, then browse through our reviews to find out which small car would suit your lifestyle.
Nippy, compact, great for city driving, small cars are good first cars as well as handy for driving around town. With fun engines and quirky looks, city cars can hold their own for longer journeys too these days.
We have a wide range of small cars for sale listed on the site, plus expert advice about small 4x4 cars, small cars with big boots, and fun fast city cars. Read our small cars reviews, including full performance figures, running costs, practicality, safety and handling statistics and options data. Browse photo galleries and research into potential problems using thousands of owners’ reviews.
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Small / City car reviews
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SEAT Ibiza Cupra (2009 - 2017) Review
Used price: £1,394 - £10,258Read full reviewPROS
Great hot hatch styling, turbocharged performance, sharp handling, comfortable and well built interior
CONS
No manual gearbox, DSG automatic detracts from driver enjoyment
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SEAT Ibiza FR (2009 - 2017) Review
Used price: £1,041 - £8,470Read full reviewPROS
- Sporty image
- Affordable running costs
- Characterful turbocharged petrol engine
- Neat handling
- Economical TDI available
CONS
- Petrol only available with a sequential automatic gearbox
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Toyota IQ (2009 - 2014) Review
Used price: £1,157 - £6,570Read full reviewPROS
- Compact dimensions
- Ideal for city driving
- Cheap to run
- Surprisingly roomy cabin
CONS
- Miniscule boot
- Expensive automatic gearbox
- Only really a three seater
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Ford Ka (2009 - 2016) Review
Growing up makes the Ka less cute, but a sound used buy
Used price: £584 - £4,319Read full reviewPROS
- Easy to drive, refined at speed
- Enjoyable handling
- Cheap to run
CONS
- Interior plastics feel cheap
- Diesel engine unreliable
- Not as engaging as Ka Mk1
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Alfa Romeo Mito (2009 - 2018) Review
Stylish small premium car that’s ageing gracefully
Used price: £768 - £9,353Read full reviewPROS
- Distinctive exterior styling
- Strong performance from most engines
- Turbocharged petrols a highlight
- Space for four adult passengers
CONS
- Firm ride on most models
- Interior plastics are hard
- Diesels sap the fun out of it
- High boot sill
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Nissan Pixo (2009 - 2013) Review
Used price: £439 - £2,434Read full reviewPROS
Affordable and cost-effective to run, easy to drive, strong build quality
CONS
Interior feels cheap in places, tiny boot, noisy at higher speeds
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Volkswagen Polo Hatchback (2009 - 2017) Review
Used price: £1,109 - £12,316Read full reviewPROS
- Roomy interior
- Low running costs
- Good choice of engines
CONS
- Not as exciting to drive as a Ford Fiesta
- More expensive than typical superminis
- Basic versions are very basic
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Fiat 500 Hatchback (2008 - 2024) Review
Still chic but starting to show its age
Used price: £638 - £13,100Read full reviewPROS
- Cheeky retro styling
- Compact dimensions
- Efficient mild-hybrid engine
CONS
- Awkward driving position
- Noisy at motorway speeds
- Three-star Euro NCAP rating
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Vauxhall Agila (2008 - 2013) Review
Used price: £462 - £4,070Read full reviewPROS
Versatile inside, easy to drive and park, economical engines, cheap to run, good space in the back
CONS
Suzuki offers the same car - but better equipped and better value for money
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Chevrolet Aveo (2008 - 2011) Review
Used price: £460 - £2,175Read full reviewPROS
Good value for money, low running costs
CONS
Heavily based on ageing Kalos, no diesel option
