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Buying a new small car – what would you recommend?

I have shortlisted three which meet my needs (5000 miles p.a. mainly local/urban).

Ford Fiesta 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium 5dr Hatchback
Honda Jazz 1.4 i-VTEC EXL 5dr Hatchback
VW Polo 1.4 Match Edition 5dr Hatchback

Which would you recommend? Is the long list of 'be aware of' in your review of the Polo a reason not to buy the Polo?
Thank you

Asked on 10 October 2013 by fijntjes

Answered by Honest John
The Fiesta by a long way. Great to drive. if you want a more practical car that isn't fun to drive, then the Jazz. Don't touch a Polo 1.4. Lousy engine. If you want a Polo it has to be the 1.2TSI 105.
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