Which small manual car do you recommend for my mother?

My mother’s current car is a 14-year-old Mitsubishi Colt, which she has always been very satisfied with over the years, but it seems to be nearing its end. This is the shape of car she likes and the other requirements include manual transmission, power steering, no electric windows and a sunroof if possible. She also doesn't want low profile tyres and would like steel wheels, a hatchback, middle range seating (i.e. not low or high) and plain upholstery. Can you give us some recommendations?

Asked on 16 June 2012 by RG, Chippenham

Answered by Honest John
Here's a video test of new Volkswagen Up base model: www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/volkswagen/vw-up/. It's priced at £7995, annual tax is £20 and EC combined fuel economy is 62.8mpg.
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