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FORD KA

Max Speed 96
BHP 60
Cylinders 4
MPG 51.4
fuel capacity 40
emission CO2 154
Insurance Group 2E
UK RRP £6350
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The Ford Ka is proof that good things really do come in small sizes. Stylish, fun to drive and not lacking in power for a car of it's size.


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BMW Z8

Max Speed 155
BHP 400
Cylinders 8
MPG 26.6
fuel capacity 73
emission CO2 358
Insurance Group 20D
UK RRP £79820
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CITROEN XSARA PICASSO

Max Speed 118
BHP 117
Cylinders 4
MPG 47.9
fuel capacity 55
emission CO2 184
Insurance Group 8E
UK RRP £13630
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There are a couple of things you notice when you first get into a Picasso. First, the 'instruments' - speedo, fuel and temp gauges etc. These are mounted at the top of the dash in the centre. It is an entirley digital affair, and the speedo is very clear for all passengers to see. This is a major disadvantage if you have the mother-in-law in the back! Secondly, the gearstick - this is located 'on the dashboard, below the radio and heating controls. Sounds quirky, but both are really effective and easy to get used to.

In the rear, the Picasso has three 'proper' seats, all with three-point belts. Because the gearstick is located on the dash, Citroen have been able to dispense with the transmission tunnel which means the floor of the cabin is completely flat. That means that if you sit in the middle of the three rear seats, you don't have to awkwardly straddle the transmission tunnel running down the centre.

The rear seats themselves fold forward or remove completely. Very easy to do, and


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MINI ONE

Max Speed 115
BHP 90
Cylinders 4
MPG 54.3
fuel capacity 50
emission CO2 158
Insurance Group 5E
UK RRP £10155
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