Which three-door car is economical and good looking?

I am looking for a new car with three doors, an adjustable driver's seat (I am 5-feet tall) which is economical and good looking. Have you any suggestions? I have up to £15,000 to spend, though would hopefully not spend it all. With many thanks for your help.

Asked on 9 February 2013 by JE, via email

Answered by Honest John
Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost: www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/ford/ford-fiesta-2.../. It looks like a little Aston Martin. Or a Fiat 500 TwinAir: www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/fiat/fiat-500-twin.../. Both have free road tax and are London congestion tax exempt, for the time being.
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