Should you buy a Fiat Panda?

We can see why people fall in love with the Fiat Panda – it has a cheeky character that rivals can’t dream of matching. But that can’t hide its age.

However, we can’t recommend one. The Panda’s Euro NCAP score alone should put you off, but its awkward interior and lack of up-to-date tech really drives the nail in. The fact is that you can get a better car for the same money if you go for a Kia Picanto, a Volkswagen Up, a Suzuki Ignis or our current favourite city car, the Hyundai i10.

What we like

All Pandas have an endearing style and inherent character that goes a long way towards masking its flaws. They’re good value and economical too.

What we don’t like

A poorly thought-out interior is irritating given the Panda’s clear nods to utility, but it’s the zero-star Euro NCAP score that’s really unconscionable here.