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We need a small car - what do you suggest?

We need to change my wife's 56 plate Citroen C1. She only drives about 2000 miles a year, mainly local driving, but with the occasional 150 mile trip. Physical size is important as access to our house is accessible through a narrow archway. The C1 fits quite easily. Our budget is about £5000.

Can you recommend any suitable cars please?

Asked on 18 March 2025 by Terry Field

Answered by David Ross
We'd suggest a Kia Picanto - it's similar in width to your Citroen C1 and for £5000 you can get a tidy 2012 Picanto 1.25 model with less than 30,000 miles on the clock. There are lots around at that price so you can afford to be choosy. It's also very reliable and comfortable, plus your wife should find it more refined than the C1. Alternatively look at a Volkswagen Up, SEAT Mii or Skoda Citigo - which are all essentially the same car. You can get a 2016 Citigo 1.0 SE for that budget with 30,000 miles.
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