The problem with these stylish new super-size small cars is ...

at 4m they're not significantly roomier in the back than the 3.75m super-mini. Style seems to be more important than visibility. Most of the smaller engine entry models are pretty slow and fuel consumption and CO2 emissions aren't significantly improving.

When the Renault Clio was announced in 2006 I could accept the above because it was 5-star Euro NCAP rated which is very important. I thought the same when the new Vauxhall Corsa was launched.

But since then the new Fiat 500 has achieved a 5-star rating and it's only 3.5m long. I know it's got no room in the back or boot. However the 500 is

• small and easy to park as it should be.
• Stylish with good visibility.
• Performs well whilst having low fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.
• AND it's 5-star rated.

Now we have the very stylish Ford Fiesta with its sweeping window line and small rear windows. See how it measures up side by side with other small cars for sale in the UK at Ford Fiesta car comparisons.

Regards
Ralph