Need a cheap and reliable hatchback for £2k

I've got a maximum of £2250 to spend and am looking at buying a used Volkswagen Golf, Audi A3 or Ford Focus. I want a car that will be reasonably cheap to run as my daily commute is only about five miles. Is there a particular model you would suggest? Also which engine should I go for for each of these cars

Asked on 16 October 2014 by mrjohnwatts

Answered by Honest John

It's unlikely that £2250 will buy a very reliable Golf, A3 or Focus. It puts you into the Golf Mk V, and 2004-2008 Focus models and they both have bad histories. See www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar

Ford Fiesta 1.25s are better. Toyota Yaris are better. Honda Jazz are better. If you want something bigger, then maybe a Toyota Corolla or a Honda Civic.

Tags: fuel economy buying a used car

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