What mid-size car should I buy with a £20k budget?

I would like to purchase a mid-size car for about £22,000 - what would you recommend

Asked on 4 March 2019 by F Spiteri

Answered by Andrew Brady
Probably the new Ford Focus. It's excellent and prices start at £18,300. The Kia Ceed is also worth a look.
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