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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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: £642 - £4,590

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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Alfa Romeo Mito (2009 - 2018) Review

Stylish small premium car that’s ageing gracefully
Parkers rating: 3 out of 5 3.0

Used price: £732 - £11,308

PROS

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

Parkers rating: 3 out of 5 3.0

Used price: £457 - £2,535

PROS

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
Parkers rating: 4.5 out of 5 4.5

Used price: £1,144 - £12,700

PROS

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 onwards) Review

Still chic but starting to show its age
Parkers rating: 2.3 out of 5 2.3

New price: £8,665 - £19,265

PROS

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

Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0

Used price: £495 - £4,330

PROS

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

Parkers rating: 2.5 out of 5 2.5

Used price: £504 - £2,613

PROS

Good value for money, low running costs

CONS

Heavily based on ageing Kalos, no diesel option

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Renault Clio Sport Tourer (2008 - 2012) Review

Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0

Used price: £710 - £3,042

PROS

Smooth refined diesel, practical, light and easy to drive

CONS

Overly light steering, ESP only optional, sluggish petrol engines

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Mitsubishi Colt Ralliart (2008 - 2013) Review

Parkers rating: 3.5 out of 5 3.5

Used price: £757 - £3,163

PROS

Great fun to drive, good value for money, buzzy turbocharged engine, affordable running costs

CONS

Tiny boot, cramped rear seats, noisy at motorway speeds

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Skoda Fabia Estate (2008 - 2014) Review
Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0

Used price: £530 - £5,080

PROS

Very good value for money
Huge boot for a small car
Easy to drive and park
Low emissions version available

CONS

Not big enough for larger families
Noisy diesel engines

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