The missus is in line for a new car with a budget of 3-4k. She has the following requirements:
- Cheap to run, and tax
- Reliable
- 5 door
- Low mileage
- Big enough to get a pram in the boot
- Temperature gauge
(she’s had OCD about this since her Rover had HGF)
I’ve tried to explain to her that high mileage isn’t necessary a bad thing, etc. but she ain’t having any of it. She wants something mumsy and sensible so no suggestions of MR2s, 200sx’s, etc.
She’s been looking at the following:
- Ford Fiesta (99-02)
- Ford Focus (although these seem a bit miley in this budget, well, by her standards anyway)
- Citroen C3 (I think this is currently her fave)
- Renault Clio
- Renault Megane (with the bum)
- Toyota Yaris (concerned it might be a bit small)
Are any of these to be avoided at all costs? Any other suggestions that she might like? Thanks for your help!
- Cheap to run, and tax
- Reliable
- 5 door
- Low mileage
- Big enough to get a pram in the boot
- Temperature gauge

I’ve tried to explain to her that high mileage isn’t necessary a bad thing, etc. but she ain’t having any of it. She wants something mumsy and sensible so no suggestions of MR2s, 200sx’s, etc.
She’s been looking at the following:
- Ford Fiesta (99-02)
- Ford Focus (although these seem a bit miley in this budget, well, by her standards anyway)
- Citroen C3 (I think this is currently her fave)
- Renault Clio
- Renault Megane (with the bum)
- Toyota Yaris (concerned it might be a bit small)
Are any of these to be avoided at all costs? Any other suggestions that she might like? Thanks for your help!