Can you recommend a small 1.2- or 1.4-litre petrol manual car?

Which cars in the 1.2/1.4 petrol category (manual gearbox) would you recommend?

Asked on 23 November 2013 by JE, via email

Answered by Honest John

Currently, the best to drive is either the Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost 125 Zetec or the Mazda 2 1.3TS2. The most practical is the Honda Jazz 1.2/1.4. The cheapest is the Dacia Sandero 1.2 Access at £5,995.

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