Kia Venga

Why it won...

Kia has broken its duck at our annual awards in fine style, toppling the Citroen C3 Picasso from the summit of the supermini-MPV sector. The Venga is a refreshingly honest machine that doesn’t rely on gimmicks or high-profile gadgets for its appeal.

Instead, it simply provides lots of cabin and load space in a handsome package that also happens to be very attractively priced and good to drive. The easy-to-understand formula extends to the model range, which comprises trims labelled 1, 2 and 3. A decent line-up of petrol and diesel engines, plus generous equipment, rounds off an impressive addition to the firm’s range.

And this is all backed up by the best new car warranty in the business, because the Venga benefits from the same seven-year protection afforded to other models in the Kia range.

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Commended:

Citroen C3 Picasso
Last year’s champ has been dethroned, but the C3 Picasso is an artful offering thanks to its unique looks and wide range of accessories. The spacious and flexible cabin has lots of space-saving tricks up its sleeve, and is packed with family-friendly goodies.

Nissan Note
THE Nissan Note is the elder statesman of the supermini-MPV sector, but it still merits serious attention. The practical and robust cabin is as versatile as ever, and the Note is still good to drive. Competitive prices and decent engines help to create a very rounded small people mover.