Volkswagen » Fox

Primarily a city car, although it is quiet enough on the motorway to not tire you on longer journeys. Based on the Polo, it's a good all-rounder as you would expect. Nippy rather than fast, it's an easy drive that corners well and cleanly, and many ladies appreciate the light power steering that is standard. Excellent all-round visibility gives a feeling of safety and (combined with a very tight turning circle) make the Fox a great car to park in a tight spot. Low insurance, running and servicing costs mean it's an economical choice, and there is a truly surprising amount of space for a small car; it will seat four adults comfortably and the boot is also bigger than many of its rivals (rear storage expands to 1,016 litres with the seats folded).