TOP FIVES FOR JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING

TG TIP Entry level Red trim is all the Panda you really need – and it comes on cool white steel wheels

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CITY CARS

FIAT GRANDE PANDA

PRICE: £20,975–£23,975 The Panda was distinctly endangered for a while there (though you can still buy the old petrol one in Italy), but it’s been given a new lease of life with an electric powertrain. It’s cheap, sure, but it’s really well thought out and plenty stylish Aimed at: dolce vitas

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KIA PICANTO

PRICE: £16,065–£19,615 Fizzy, frugal and fun to drive, the tiny Picanto has really evolved over its three generations. The latest version is stylish and surprisingly well kitted out too Aimed at: learners

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DACIA SPRING

PRICE: £14,995–£16,995 This is the cheapest electric car on sale, and despite the low price you get a whole lot for your money. It’s efficient, but 140 miles won’t be enough for some Aimed at: frugalists

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HYUNDAI INSTER

PRICE: £23,505–£28,755 This is the car for people who want to downsize from something bigger but don’t want to sacrifice any of the kit. Check out the sliding rear seats for instance Aimed at: techheads

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FIAT 500e

PRICE: £24,975–£33,975 One of the original retro tribute acts has matured into an EV while holding to its roots. Back’s cramped, but there’s still room for soft toys on the parcel shelf Aimed at: millennials

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TG TIP Techno trim with the 52kWh battery is the best all rounder and starts at £27k

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SUPERMINIS

RENAULT 4

PRICE: £26,995–£27,995 This is the Renault 4 (Luca de Meo’s version), a modish small SUV with a retro jacket on that offers a smidge more practicality than the smaller 5 hatch. It’s also our reigning EV of the Year. Vive la France!

Aimed at: young French farmers

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RENAULT 5

PRICE: £22,995–£29,995 There’s a delicate line to tread with a retro modern take on a stone cold classic, but Renault has managed it well with its new 5.

Aimed at: retrospectives

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SUZUKI SWIFT

PRICE: £19,699–£22,049 Latest version of the Swift shows that cheap can still leave you feeling cheerful, especially with low monthly costs and the right kit levels Aimed at: bargain hunters

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RENAULT CLIO

PRICE: £18,995–£25,095 The hybrid version works out a bit expensive, but the Clio is as solid a buy as it ever was – a proven package with a bit of added French flair Aimed at: Nicole, papa,toute la famille

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MINI COOPER

PRICE: £25,265–£34,905 New Mini takes the car on in all the right ways, with a sharp exterior design and tech-focused interior that’s fun but still useful. Ride’s a bit firm, though Aimed at: young professionals/estate agents