SEAT LEON

The Ford Fiesta is one of the nation’s favourite cars, thanks to its impressive value-for-money and variety of well-equipped trim levels. It also happens to be excellent to drive, bringing excitement to each journey no matter which engine you opt for Ford recently ditched any diesel option from the Fiesta line-up, but has contrasted this by bringing new mild-hybrid petrol variants to fill the gap.

MINI

The Mini is often seen as the go-to choice in the premium hatchback segment, thanks to its well-made interior and smart retro-inspired looks. Now, there’s the choice of three or fivedoor layouts too, giving a more practical option to those who need it. It remains brilliant fun to drive, while a new electric version means there’s a zero-emissions Mini option too.

Seat’s Leon sits on the same platform as the latest Golf, which means it too benefits from a spacious interior and plenty of high-end technologies, which really do give the cabin a spaceage feel. It also is practical and spacious inside, while a fine range of engines – including a hybrid – means that there’s a powertrain for all buyers.