Kia Cee'd

The new Kia Cee’d is more of a rival than ever before for the Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf. It's a stylish, spacious small family car with a quality interior, lots of equipment and economical engines. And, of course, there's Kia's excellent buying package that includes a seven year warranty. The ride errs on the side of comfort rather than sportiness, which is no bad thing, but there is a slightly firm edge to it on poor road surfaces. Engines available are two petrols and two diesels – a 1.4s and 1.6s in both – while there's only the one five-door body style at the moment. The boot is bigger than in a Ford Focus, while space in the back for adults is above average – there's lots of leg and head room. The biggest disappointment is the steering, which feels overly light.