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What small, family cars can I tow behind a motorhome?

I've just bought a motorhome and I want to tow a small-ish car behind it (in UK). It must also act as a family car (2 adults and sometimes grandchildren). I'm quite tempted by the Ford Fiesta, Ford Focus and Hyundai i30. I currently have a 14 year old diesel Ford Galaxy with returns over 45mpg. Diesels preferred but not mandatory. Any other recommendations?

Asked on 17 January 2017 by Martyn Reason

Answered by Honest John
I think these are a bit big to sling behind a motorhome. Your cheapest option is a new Citroen C1 (now from under £6,000). The trendiest is probably a Smart ForFour, but a Renault Twingo is basically the same thing for less money. Avoid autos, DCTs and CVTs for towing by an A-bar.

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