Why is the Suzuki Alto so cheap?

Is the Suzuki Alto a good purchase? A local dealer is selling the entry model at £5995. The MPG figures and insurance grouping appear low, is it all too good to be true?

Asked on 9 August 2012 by CM, Hailsham

Answered by Honest John
This and the Nissan Pixo are often on offer for £5995. They are cheap little Indian built cars going cheap. Fair enough. Road test and video here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/suzuki/suzuki-alto.../
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