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Rating 
SummaryRecommended. Cheap and basic doesn't have to mean boring. The Ka is still one of the finest city cars on sale: great to drive and super-cheap to run. |
ReviewIf you can live with the lack of rear seat space and boot capacity, then the Ka is still one of the finest superminis around. Amazing handling, high grip levels and a willing (if noisy) 1.3-litre petrol engine make for pure, uncomplicated fun. It's short of power on motorways, and the dashboard plastics lack any quality feel, but in town or on an empty country road, the Ka provides endless entertainment. The radical styling (which heralded the look of the bigger Focus) still hasn't dated, and very low running costs are the icing on the cake. The Sportka's more powerful 1.6 petrol engine is the best choice.
Breakdown
Styling It has aged amazingly well, and has never even been facelifted. |
Handling  The best handling car in its class - still |
Comfort  Ride is acceptable - especially considering the handling. |
Quality & reliability Pretty well screwed together - they have had lots of practice. |
Performance Just enough in the 1.3 and quite sprightly in the 1.6. |
Roominess  A strict four seater, it is mainly for urban use. |
Running costs Cheap to buy and economical to run. |
Value for money List prices are reasonable and discounts are easy to find. |
Stereo / Sat nav Reasonable if not outstanding |
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