We need a small and cheap automatic - what do you suggest?
We have a Ukrainian guest who would like to buy an automatic car for around £5000. We are worried about all the extra costs so a good start would be something likely to be reliable. Where to start?
Asked on 17 April 2023 by Susan Lamerton
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A Honda Jazz should be a fairly reliable choice. Look for one with the CVT automatic gearbox rather than the i-Shift transmission briefly offered between 2008 and 2011. A Hyundai i20 could be a good alternative, although you might struggle to find an automatic within budget.
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