Petrol reviews

The MX-5 is the last of a dying breed of small, affordable petrol-powered sports cars – and luckily for us, it's as good today as it's ever been. It's got practically no rivals of a similar size and price, and as a package it would be hard to beat in the first place.

There's lots to like about the Swift, not least its relatively low price tag. It's well-equipped, spacious and is incredibly easy to drive. The interior looks and feels cheap though, and pricier rivals are more comfortable.

The Ignis is a bit of a rarity: a small, cheap car that doesn't make you feel completely miserable. It might be getting on a bit, but the design still looks fresh, and it's got enough tricks up its sleeve to stave off more modern rivals.

The Focus is a great all-rounder, combining fun handling with supple suspension and a spacious interior. But it's surprisingly expensive, and limited engine choices mean it won't suit everybody.

The Fiesta was – and is – a fantastic all-rounder. There's no electric version though, and it can be surprisingly expensive compared to some rivals.

The Discovery Sport might be getting on a bit, but there's still plenty to recommend it. It's attractive, spacious inside, comfortable, and has all the technology you'd expect in a car of this price.