RRP: £14,150

This end of the market is typically not where flair tends to live. But the C3 drops a dollop of verve on to this list with its recognisably Citroën nose, Airbumps dashed across the side and a ‘floating’ roof design – a touch borrowed from much larger and more expensive SUVs.

There are two engines to choose from. Top choice is the 108bhp 1.2-litre petrol. A sub-10sec 0-62mph time means it’s one of the faster cars on this list, ultimately making it a bit more suited to motorway schleps.

The cheapest C3 is an online-only model called the You, which comes only with the slower 83bhp 1.2-litre engine.

The ultra-soft, ultra-long suspension is really well suited to low speeds, hopping over sleeping policemen with ease, and the deep, soft seats make it one of the most comfortable cars at this price range.