Superminis
Best small cars to buy 2026
Best small cars to buy 2026
Small cars come in all shapes, if not sizes. Here we highlight the best ones to buy
Car Deal of the Day: Just £149 a month now nets a top-spec Vauxhall Corsa
Car Deal of the Day: Just £149 a month now nets a top-spec Vauxhall Corsa
One of the UK’s favourite superminis can be had for less money than you might expect
MINI Cooper review
MINI Cooper review
The petrol-powered MINI Cooper combines the EV’s looks with existing combustion engined-tech
New MINI Cooper Oxford Edition celebrates 25 years of the modern MINI in style
New MINI Cooper Oxford Edition celebrates 25 years of the modern MINI in style
Just 125 examples of this tribute to the modern MINI Cooper are available for UK customers, with each priced from £30,120
New BYD Dolphin G arrives in the UK for a huge £6k less than key rivals 
New BYD Dolphin G arrives in the UK for a huge £6k less than key rivals
The BYD Dolphin G supermini gets big-car technology, with all versions costing less than £30,000
Car Deal of the Day: Tiny MG3 for an equally small £148 a month
Car Deal of the Day: Tiny MG3 for an equally small £148 a month
In many ways, the MG3 is the perfect affordable hybrid supermini. It’s our Deal of the Day for July 9
New MG2 previewed at Goodwood by striking MG GO! concept
New MG2 previewed at Goodwood by striking MG GO! concept
Racy small-car concept has finally been shown to the public, with new electric supermini due in 2027
Long-term test: Skoda Fabia 130
Long-term test: Skoda Fabia 130
Second fleetwatch report: Fabia 130’s simple but well executed features are making the Skoda a pleasure to live with
Vauxhall Corsa review
Vauxhall Corsa review
The Vauxhall Corsa is a smart-looking supermini with numerous engine options, but it isn’t particularly exciting or spacious
Kia EV2 review
Kia EV2 review
Cool styling, an efficient powertrain, surprising space - the Kia EV2 is a solid entry in the small EV market
Best-selling cars 2026: the year's 10 most popular models so far
Best-selling cars 2026: the year's 10 most popular models so far
These are officially Britain’s biggest-selling new cars so far in 2026, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT)
MINI Cooper Convertible review
MINI Cooper Convertible review
Fun to drive with a funky interior, the MINI Cooper Convertible is a brilliant soft-top for weekend trips
Supermini of the Year 2026: Cupra Raval
Supermini of the Year 2026: Cupra Raval
The Cupra Raval is the 2026 Auto Express Supermini of the Year, with the Fiat Grande Panda and Kia EV2 commended
Best superminis to buy 2026
Best superminis to buy 2026
It's a hard-fought class, but these are the 10 best superminis on sale right now
Car Deal of the Day: Czech out this great deal, a Skoda Scala for a bonkers £192 a month
Car Deal of the Day: Czech out this great deal, a Skoda Scala for a bonkers £192 a month
The Skoda Scala is a trusty and dependable family hatchback, and is our Deal of the Day for 30 June.
Used Ford Fiesta (Mk7 2017-2023) buyers guide: a solid second-hand supermini
Used Ford Fiesta (Mk7 2017-2023) buyers guide: a solid second-hand supermini
From £4,000 Britain’s favourite supermini still makes a lot of sense, thanks to a wide range of powertrains and specs to suit all tastes
Most reliable small cars to buy 2026
Most reliable small cars to buy 2026
We reveal the most reliable small cars you can buy, according to our latest Driver Power survey
New Hyundai i20: bigger and bolder supermini will be tweaked for Europe
New Hyundai i20: bigger and bolder supermini will be tweaked for Europe
The new Hyundai i20 has been revealed in Brazil, but will get a cosmetic makeover before it comes to Europe
Car Deal of the Day: Alpine A290 is a hot hatch for a laughably low £269 a month
Car Deal of the Day: Alpine A290 is a hot hatch for a laughably low £269 a month
The Alpine A290 is as sharp to drive as it looks, and is our Deal of the Day for 16 June
Dacia Sandero Stepway vs Fiat Grande Panda: cheap 'n' rugged small cars do battle
Dacia Sandero Stepway vs Fiat Grande Panda: cheap 'n' rugged small cars do battle
Hybrid version of Fiat’s Grande Panda takes on Dacia’s SUV-styled Sandero Stepway in our budget small car test
Peugeot E-208 review
Peugeot E-208 review
The Peugeot E-208 is a stylish electric supermini with an upmarket cabin, but it could be more practical
Car Deal of the Day: Hyundai’s Inster is a real cutie for a bargain £184 a month
Car Deal of the Day: Hyundai’s Inster is a real cutie for a bargain £184 a month
The Hyundai Inster is one of the more quirky small EVs around. It’s our Deal of the Day for 12 June.
Peugeot 208 review
Peugeot 208 review
The Peugeot 208 has eye-catching looks and a well finished interior, but rivals are more practical
New BYD Dolphin G 2026 review: PHEV power helps mask its flaws
New BYD Dolphin G 2026 review: PHEV power helps mask its flaws
Chinese manufacturer BYD’s ultra-rapid product expansion continues into the supermini segment with the plug-in-hybrid Dolphin G DM-i
New Fiat 500 Hybrid's tiny price makes it one of UK's cheapest cars
New Fiat 500 Hybrid's tiny price makes it one of UK's cheapest cars
Prices for the new petrol-powered Fiat 500 have been revealed, with UK cars due this summer
Car Hunter: cars under £200 a month that'll be peanuts to insure
Car Hunter: cars under £200 a month that'll be peanuts to insure
Our Car Hunter has a budget for £200 per month and is looking for a car that’s cheap to insure
Fiat Grande Panda review
Fiat Grande Panda review
Fiat’s alternative to the Renault 5 has the substance to match its style
Citroen C3 review
Citroen C3 review
The latest Citroen C3 is a comfortable and spacious small car that offers great value for money
Skoda Fabia review
Skoda Fabia review
If you’re after an affordable supermini with plenty of space, comfort and on-board technology, then the Skoda Fabia won’t disappoint
Honda Jazz review
Honda Jazz review
The Honda Jazz is a practical, efficient and generously equipped hybrid supermini, though it’s pricier than rivals
New Ford Fiesta comeback in detail: Renault 5 and XR2i inspiration for 2028 launch
New Ford Fiesta comeback in detail: Renault 5 and XR2i inspiration for 2028 launch
Ford’s comeback plan for Europe hinges on new models tied-up with Renault, and the Fiesta is arguably the most important
MG3 review
MG3 review
We’ve found the MG3 to be a talented and competitively priced supermini, making it a strong contender against its rivals
New Skoda Fabia facelift to transform sensible supermini with more style and hybrid tech
New Skoda Fabia facelift to transform sensible supermini with more style and hybrid tech
Skoda’s sensible hatch was due to be axed by 2027, but now it’s here to say and is due to be updated as the brand works to keep its petrol-powered car…
New Peugeot 208 electric supermini to get astonishing new tech
New Peugeot 208 electric supermini to get astonishing new tech
New vehicle architecture and cell-to-body battery pack will make the new Peugeot 208 closer to a Tesla than a Volkswagen
All-new Vauxhall Corsa set for futuristic tech, sub £25k price and no petrol engines
All-new Vauxhall Corsa set for futuristic tech, sub £25k price and no petrol engines
The next-generation Vauxhall Corsa will remain EV-only but some seriously advanced tech will be fitted