Regarding the Polo: "a slight refresh of the front and the back". I bet no one could tell the difference :D When it comes to looks I would rate it the most bland looking of them all.

Bought a Polo facelift this summer with a 1.2 BlueMotion and it runs and looks perfect. The interior is top notch and the ride is fantastic both in and out of the city. Though not as aggressive in drive style and design as the Ford Fiesta, it's still a head-turner. And, on the upside, WVs tend to depreciate much slower than Fords and French cars so when you sell it in 5 years or so, you can still get back a good part of your initial investment.

where is the Yaris ? The yaris had to be in this list.

I think that the fact that the Kia Rio is at the top three of it's class for the second year in a row is no surprise. Style, efficiency, space, price, generous equipment, relatively good handling , long warranty and of course great reliability are some things that this car does have. Sure there are better cars out there but a few come with all the above. And it's a huge step forward for a company that practically had no presence in this particular category!

I like these top ten reviews, keep up the good work.

We rented a 208 in Majorca and I found the steering wheel obscuring the dials annoying too...then I found the column adjuster and realised it wasn't actually a problem. Took me 3 days to finally think of that, mind you.

Mazda 2 didn't even get a mention?

Love your reviews Mat but you're wrong about the Peugeot 208 steering wheel obscuring the dials....I've got one , and the steering wheel is very small and designed to look 'over' the top at the dials. You can move it up or down and at 5' 2"ft tall I can see the dials completely. It's a gorgeous steering wheel with a sporty feel....just thought I'd say. Keep up brilliant work.

Finally Mat is back!

Well, I've driven both the Peugeot 208 and 308, both of which have that dial setup. For me, the setup worked fine and no matter how I set the steering wheel, the dials were never obscured. For reference I'm around 6ft.

The ford festa is really good, one of my college mate owns on its 5 seat but there is 7 of use that need to get it so we can stuff the 2 smallest in the boot and the 2 smallest are about 5,10'' - 6 foot and even with all that weight it's is still very quick for a 1.25

What one would be the best for driving in the city I'm just looking for a new car to get to and from work and will parallel park nicely

I picked up a brand new Seat Ibiza 3dr SOL in the new year for £10k and I absolutely love it but it is cramped in the back but drives fantastically so much better than a Polo and Fabia!

I cannot freaking believe that yaris is not part of this list. you have to be kidding us.

I know she's getting on a bit now but the Mazda 2 deserves to be here!

This countdown is perfect !!

Corsa? Mazda 2?

I am surprised the A1 is not on here! Only super mini that is comfortable on long motorway drive as well as easy to park round the city.

i have the r line new polo and its brilliant. very fast and great on fuel. the best in the class in my opinion as i have driven the fords, renaults and vauxhalls

Does the Fiesta come with pipe, flat cap and Slipper's? Or is that an optional extra?

Have you even tried the Honda Jazz/Fit, whichever may apply t your country?

how about the new mazda2? that car looks very promising

I believe that Skoda New Fabia 1.2 TSI will pop into top 3 from 2015 onwards. Had done the test drive it along with VW Polo 1.2 TSI and Ford Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost in last 2 weekends. From interior side , the equipment Polo and New Fabia offering much better martial and function, more features etc. Polo and New Fabia using the same engine, however New Fabia offering more features than Polo, and the price on Polo SE model even higher than top range model of New Fabia, also less drive fun and much more nosier than expected. Personally, after test drive, I prefer Skoda New Fabia than the other two rivals, less money, great driving experience, high quality and great value for what you paying for, although the Skoda brand comes as cheap brand in public, but seriously i strongly suggest get a text drive then you will see the difference.

What year is the volkswagen polo your showing in the video

I'm actually really impressed with the new Skoda Fabia and this is coming from a man who turned down a free Vauxhall Corsa.

Look how young Matt looks! Just 8 years ago. He has had a kid now and these days his face shows it.

What about toyota yaris? /hybrid - very cheap to run

vauxuall corsa ???

where is honda jazz?

I’m looking at getting a Peugeot 208 for my first car. Looks pretty good to me

where is the Opel Corsa (2012)?? amazing car and affordable

What about the Up! and Citigo? I'm about to buy my first car and I think it's between these two and a Fiesta. Any thoughts?? Thanks

I have to agree, I love my polo. So much quality

Totally agree

There's a new i20, and a new Corsa that has received pretty good reviews; certainly worthy of a top 10 spot at the very least. This seems like a top 10 that was made a year ago.

No Mazda 2 ?

Where is the Yaris?

Alright CarBuyer, i've always liked your reviews, but.. - In the video of "Kia Rio vs Polo vs Ford Fiesta" the Fiesta Won against the Polo, but in this video it's reversed? why`?

I have this little blue Polo, it's cool and sweet :)

I am looking for a car, i just passed driving test last 2 weeks. Can anyone please please tell me what car is right for me for now? I was told VW is good start for learner but i dont know much about car. I would be grateful if you give me tips. Thanks lot!

W h e r e is the Mazda 2 (Demio)? ?? ????????????

Good review mat

Best small car is polo....been driving it and it's super 😍

glad hes back

Do a video about small/mid-sized hybrid cars! ;)

The super cute 208 should be the first, the steering wheel is SO cool and makes everything so much easier, beautiful on the outside and the inside, at least in my country is a bit expensive but the equipment is amazing, gps, auto a/c, 2 USB ports, the trunk is small but it's a small car. Lol I'm a proud owner i guess XD lol

what happened to the Skoda Fabia better than some of the cars here I do think that the polo is the best all round small car. The Audi A1 is good but just to much money

Who tops the sales worldwide ? Swift or Toyota Yaris ?

How is the renault clio is in the 7th position please say me and Kia Rio is on the 3th position. What's the smart guy do that top ten

Why did the polo only come 2nd in the hatchback group test with mat and Rebecca?

I love that polo the colour is sooo nice it's called mayan blue.

Nahh in Malaysia we use mostly was Perodua Myvi. Can use it to race, easy parking, can even use it to fly. Some accident i don't know how they just end up on roof of house with no higher ground nearby. Can drift and also use it as bumper car. Annnnnd also very durability And body quite hard though had some harder crash just knock back the plastic and u are ready to go xD ohh and also extremely cheap.

Yes Honda jazz it my first car , I impressed easy to drive 🤩🤩😅😍

This is a new review but already out of date. You have the new Skodâ Fabia, the new Hyundai i20, the updated Vauxhall Corsa with new engines, a new Mazda 2 all been recently launched and they all look very promising. Probably more that I'm forgetting to mention. You'll probably review the new i20 and make it your carbuyer car of the year like you did with the i10. You should have got the 2015 models and then decided your top 10. P.S. I'm not a Hyundai nut . . . I drive the car you placed 2nd here

Tell you what? I have had 3 jazzes and they are amazing. They are roomy, reliable..... actually they are fab. You have not included them at all. Unfortunately my last one has been written off by yet another rear shunt. They were a tad pedestrian, so in a late life crisis I have a Golf GTI on order. Until it arrives I will use my Peugeot Boxer van which never gets shunted. It's the best city vehicle going.

Hope you consider test driving Alfa Romeo Giulietta 1750 turbo soon

Fabia for it's sheer size inside ist unfortunately forgotten. Has new Motors as well.

What about the Honda Jazz/Fit ?

Where's Yugo?

"The Rio feels cheap on the inside, it's slow and a bit boring to drive." Yet you still gave it 3rd place above the Mini? Despite the Mini's drawbacks it's a hell of a lot nicer to drive than the Rio which I reckon is quite important in a 'which is the best' type test. I don't own a Mini or a Rio but I've driven both and the Rio was utter pants!

Mazda 2, Toyota Yaris and lbnl the Honda Jazz, the only one with decent room in the back!

Please review latest Skoda Fabia

When you consider reliability and cost of repair this list is completly reversed.

Try the new Abarth 500. Ive got one and its great in town or on country roads and refined on the motorway.

The best small car is the Peel P50

What my mum has a top model fiat 500 sport and that isnt on there ? She got rid of her corsa and bought a brand new top spech sport for way less than most of theese plus hers is a 65 plate to

1 should be Toyota Aygo 2014 because that is more smaller than volkswagen polo but it comes with a five door, it is very stylish and spacious inside

Where's Skoda Fabia?!?! :((

I love my Fiesta ^_^

what about merc a class??!

Alfa Romeo Mito? Fantastic first car. Looks good and is fairly quick if you get the twin air version

opel corsa?

2 skyactiv

what about nissan micra?

I'm just a stupid American but is the Polo a Golf or a Jetta hatch or is it an independent vehicle?

What about new Skoda Fabia?

What about Honda Fit hybrid

Erm...whr are the alfa mito and julietta?

... Friend I just made myself a demo that belonged to VEHICULOS DEL CAMINO (agency in Medellin) ... Gran Touring LX Sedan (red mazda) ... 2020 model with only 4 thousand kms .....! I am happy ! ... and you know that I am fascinated by everything: it also has a CD system ... ¿ where did you hide it ?

Hey, how about the smallest 4seater, the TOYOTA IQ3?:) Have it, love it

What about a peel p50

... What about the Mazda 2?

My favorite car is Peugeot 207 and I'm gonna buy it when I'm older and have my driving license so 5 years 😅

What about the Vw up

Prefer Honda Fit/Jazz or Mazda 2. But my dream car is Mini.

Missed out the Jazz, Mat. Not in the top 10? You're havin' a laff !

Peugeot 208 GTI 😍😍

It really bothers me that Matt still thinks the 208's steering wheel blocks the view of the dials! Man, you just have to adjust it properly! In the 208 you're supposed to look OVER the steering wheel not through it. I've driven one and I've loved this driving position.

How come FIAT is completely ignored?? I thought Punto will be in Top5...

Come on when video whith the corsa D new vid

Mini would be my winner

Yes polo is the best , I love my polo

.... wow .... I proudly own a FORD FIESTA TITANIUM HB .... bought it in 2015 ...

where is honda jazz? :)))

What about mazda toyota or nissan.

No Corsa ? That car is EVERYWHERE in the UK for decades !

I owned my first car about a year ago and Im very disappointed (it is a nissan march/micra), because it is my first car I dont know i f it is spected to hear a lot of cracky noises from the dashboard when I pass trough pavement imperfections in some cars??? Or maybe my car was not well built...

SEAT Ibiza or Kia Rio?

No Skoda Fabia and Audi A1 too bad ... but i do agree with first place as Polo

Seat Ibiza 👍🏻👍🏻