Ford Ka 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 Ford Ka 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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Ford Ka Small / City car reviews

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  • Ford Ka Plus (2016 - 2019) Review

    Value-focused model aces the basics, buts lacks style

    Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
    Used price: £3,456 - £7,470

    PROS

    • Affordable and well-equipped
    • Competitive Ford finance deals
    • Comfortable but fun to drive
    • Space for four passengers

    CONS

    • Bland styling compared with rivals
    • Interior design could be bolder
    • Few personalisation options
    • Limited engine and trim choice
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  • Ford Ka (2009 - 2016) Review

    Growing up makes the Ka less cute, but a sound used buy

    Parkers rating: 3.5 out of 5 3.5
    Used price: £637 - £4,071

    PROS

    • 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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  • Ford Ka (1996 - 2008) Review

    The Ford Ka Mk1 is a great first car for enthusiasts

    Parkers rating: 3.5 out of 5 3.5
    Used price: £425 - £1,273

    PROS

    • Still looks distinctive
    • Cheap to run
    • Nimble around town, fun to drive

    CONS

    • Limited rear space
    • Dated, basic interior
    • Lacks refinement, noisy on motorways
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