Small car reviews

Like the Toyota Yaris on which it's based, the Mazda 2 Hybrid has plenty to recommend it. It's efficient, comfortable and extremely easy to drive – and not bad to look at either. It's just that, on paper at least, the Toyota seems to make a bit more sense.

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 Yaris has lots to recommend it. It's attractive, efficient, and has a comfortable and relatively spacious interior. However, it's not the most fun to drive, and can be more expensive than some of its rivals.

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.