What's the best car for my son to learn to drive in?

I need to buy a small car for my son to learn in, then drive when he passes. I am looking for the best combination of safety and value. What do you recommend? We're hoping to spend less than £7000.

What used hybrids are good to drive?

What are the best used full non plug in hybrids under £7K for performance, driving satisfaction and reliability and ideally with a sunroof please?

Can I buy an electric or hybrid car for £4000?

We are looking for a small electric or hybrid car, for under £4k, which can travel say 150-200 miles on a full charge and is auto. What would you recommend ?

Range Rover or Porsche Cayenne?

I'm looking to buy a one year old Range Rover D300 HSE, or a Porsche Cayenne E Hybrid. Both will be around 5k miles, and I intend to keep them until they are five years old. I'm worried about bad press...