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Buying a new small car - can't decide which one!

I'm looking to change my 54 plate clio (which I've loved) for a new supermini with 5 doors. Budget is about £9,500 so have been looking at nearly new cars. I've found a Renault Clio Dynamique TomTom (61 plate) for £9,400 but am wondering if it's worth paying a bit extra for a new Drive-the-Deal Fiesta Zetec (£9995)? I'm planning on keeping the car for 5-7 years.

What would you advise and are there any other cars I should consider? I've looked at a Picanto and i20 but didn't like them as much.

Asked on 8 February 2012 by suzyyzus

Answered by Honest John

Yes, a Drivethedeal Fiesta Zetec 1.25 is a good deal at £9,995. Also consider a Mazda 2 1.3TS2. Huge fun to drive and low emissions do £30 tax.

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