What's the best first car to buy?
What's the best first car to buy?
Asked on 19 February 2026 by graham rogers rogers
Answered by
Matt Robinson
The Toyota Aygo would be our top choice, but also look at the Peugeot 107 and Citroen C1, which are essentially the same car. The same goes for the Volkswagen Up, SEAT Mii and Skoda Citigo. It's worth getting prospective insurance quotes for any potential buys before proceeding. You can find our pick of the best first cars here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/guides/small-cars/best-first-.../
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