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What's the best back to basics hatchback?
I need to replace a basic Renault Twingo after 13 years. The car needs to be petrol, manual, preferably with steel wheels, a full size spare, cheap to maintain and service, five doors, size up to Vauxhall Corsa or similar, boot size to hold a weekly shop for four and up to £10000 and four years old. Simple controls would be useful as I'm not into complicated tech devices.
Asked on 5 July 2023 by ernest ward
Answered by
Andrew Brady
We'd recommend a Dacia Sandero. It's a back-to-basics hatchback that represents excellent value for money on the used market. Also consider a Suzuki Swift.
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