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Fiat

Brava

 

Good looking, talented family hatchbacks that are functional but fun. Three door Fiat Bravo has a sporty character and holds its value better on the used market. Brava is the practical choice for families, with five door access and more room in the back. Both are modern and fairly reliable, but prices are surprisingly affordable. The range was improved and re-badged in early 1999, knocking the used value of earlier cars hard.
Performance 5.9/10
Practicality 7/10
Reliability 5.7/10
Value for money 5.9/10
Overall value 6/10
 
Fiat

Multipla

This radical new Fiat mini-MPV comes with a choice of two different engines: the petrol 1.6 16v and the 1.9 JTD direct injection turbo diesel, both the perfect mix of high performance, low fuel consumption, exceptional reliability, simple maintenance and respect for the environment. The completely modular six-seater allows six people to sit in comfort in their own individual seats. The front and rear central seat backs can be folded flat and used as tables with integrated cup holders. The easily removable rear seats are light and offer a number of configurations with their folding and tilting mechanism
Performance 8.7/10
Practicality 9.7/10
Reliability 10/10
Value for money 9.7/10
Overall value 10/10
 
 

Fiat

Punto

 

 

The sporty 3 door Fiat boasts contemporary dynamic styling, both at the front and rear of the car providing a striking exterior profile.

The 5 door is stylish and elegant and conveys a strong sense of space and compactness.

Its small size makes the Punto extremely maneuverable but it still has

room inside for five adults

Performance 6/10
Practicality 9/10
Reliability 8/10
Value for money 9/10
Overall value 8/10
 
 

Fiat

Stilo

 

Stilo replaced the Fiat Bravo/Brava range.

The three-door car is overtly sporty and even comes in 170bhp Abarth trim.

The five-door version is more family-orientated, with better rear access and legroom.

Performance 7.5/10
Practicality 9/10
Reliability 6.5/10
Value for money 6.5/10
Overall value 8/10
 
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 Escort

The final generation Escort is more accomplished than earlier cars to carry the name, with ride and reliability up to 1990s standards. It's a practical, undemanding choice for the family motorist, but lacks the feeling of quality and downright driving pleasure of the Focus that replaced it .
Performance 9.5/10
Practicality 9/10
Reliability 9.5/10
Value for money 5.7/10
Overall value 9/10
 
 Ford

Fiesta

Fiesta  has gone up market with posh interiors and lots of standard equipment.

An engaging driver’s car that continues the Fiesta's reputation for fine handling.

At its best in three-door 1.6 form, though the 1.4 diesel is fun and frugal.

Performance 8/10
Practicality 9/10
Reliability 9/10
Value for money 10/10
Overall value 9/10
 Ford

Focus

UK's best-selling car - need I say more
Performance 9/10
Practicality 10/10
Reliability 10/10
Value for money 8/10
Overall value 9/10

 Ford

Fusion

 

 It's a Fiesta with more headroom and luggage space.

Which, considering that lack of luggage space is the current Fiesta's biggest failing,

seems to be a very good thing indeed.

NO REVIEW YET
 

 Ford

Galaxy

 

Commanding driving position with good all-round visibility

Wind noise on the motorway is minimal and road noise is not a problem.

Will tick most of the boxes for most buyers, with air-con, electric windows and power steering standard on most models

Performance 7.5/10
Practicality 8.8/10
Reliability 6.8/10
Value for money 6.4/10
Overall value 7/10
 Ford

Ka

 

Ford Ka

Manual, 1.3 Litre, 4 Cylinder, 3 Door Hatch.  
Air Conditioning, Seats too. lol

Performance 7.7/10
Practicality 7.3/10
Reliability 8.3/10
Value for money 8.1/10
Overall value 8/10
 

 

 Ford

Mondeo

 

The best Ford of the early and mid-Nineties, the original Mondeo is still a big favorite with used car buyers.

The original 1993 models were a bit dull to look at, with shortfalls in the ride and gear change departments

Performance 9/10
Practicality 9/10
Reliability 9/10
Value for money 8/10
Overall value 8/10
 Ford

Puma

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Puma was launched in 1997 - shortly after the Ford Ka

A good sporty driving position,

Works better as a two-seater with more space in the front.

Performance 9.4/10
Practicality 7.6/10
Reliability 8.6/10
Value for money 9.3/10
Overall value 9/10
 Ford

Sierra

 

Roomy estates, practical hatches, Sapphire saloons and classic Ford Cosworth performance versions.

Easy to maintain and service1.8  and 2.0 is all most drivers will need; diesels are dull; warp-speed.

The  Cosworth is a very fast car.

Performance 5/10
Practicality 10/10
Reliability 10/10
Value for money 10/10
Overall value 9/10
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Honda

Accord

 

Honda Accord

It's an efficient executive package, with nice engines and good reliability,

Dash and controls are well placed and easy to use but in keeping with the rest of the car

Performance 9.2/10
Practicality 9.4/10
Reliability 8/10
Value for money 8/10
Overall value 9/10
 

Honda

Civic

 

Honda Civic

It may have a conservative look, but there are many innovations (as well as the engine),

such as a natural driving position, roomy interior and clear dash.

Performance 8/10
Practicality 9.5/10
Reliability 5.5/10
Value for money 6/10
Overall value 7/10
Honda

CR_V

 

The Honda CR-V 4x4 is a smooth, refined, well finished vehicle ideal for tracks but not a serious off-roader.

Engine is smooth with plenty of torque and turbo

Performance 8/10
Practicality 9/10
Reliability 9.7/10
Value for money 8.4/10
Overall value 8/10
Honda

HR_V

 

The Honda  HR-V is aimed at young buyers who want something a bit different. Typical

Honda style, everything is within arm's length from the driver. restyled deeper front and rear bumpers

Performance 9.3/10
Practicality 9.7/10
Reliability 10/10
Value for money 9.7/10
Overall value 10/10
Honda

Jazz

 

From the outside this Honda Jazz 1.4 SE l

ooks like a slightly quirky oriental runabout but don't be fooled, the secrets are inside.

The Honda Jazz is remarkably

Performance 8/10
Practicality 10/10
Reliability 10/10
Value for money 7.5/10
Overall value 9/10
Hyundai    
Getz

 

The Getz is Hyundai’s first super mini, with European looks and a spacious interior.

There’s a choice of three-and five-door hatchbacks

No reviews yet
Santa-fe

 

 

The santa Fe is still quite big and handles the family well.

Feel very safe in the car due to the build and brakes.

The car has ABS as well as sensors which apply the brakes evenly on every wheel.

This keeps it straight when braking.

Performance 7/10
Practicality 9/10
Reliability 10/10
Value for money 8/10
Overall rating 8/10
 

 

 

 

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