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What's the best small car for £6000?

I am looking to buy a used car and have a £6000 budget. I do a lot of miles, most of which are motorway driving and am torn between three models (all 2013 plate) - the Hyundai i10, the Volkswagen Up and the Seat Mii. Which would be the better out of the three?

Asked on 20 July 2016 by Susan James

Answered by Honest John
As long as it is the i10 1.2 then it has a bigger engine than the Up and Mii and should have balance of 5 year warranty. Not as trendy as an Up or as much fun to drive, but likely to be more reliable and, of course, 4 doors. The KIA Picanto is similar, but doesn't steer as well.
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