Five of the best supermini on the market

The class of small cars Soupermini (B-segment) is still a big business offshoot for many car manufacturers who bring huge worldwide supermini still make up a significant percentage of car sales.

Buyers are looking for machines with low maintenance, good looks, and the technological sophistication of a “big car” on a small scale. These cars are also ideal for the city, they should be practical, agile and easy to park. By the way, women often opt for supermini cars to emphasize their individuality and feel good about themselves on the road.

In our article, we have collected for you the best deals in the supermini category.

Ford Fiesta

Ford Fiesta - the new generation (Mk7) was presented in November 2016. Serial production of the model started in May 2017. It is built on the same platform as the previous generation and, unlike the new Volkswagen Polo, which was left without a 3-door version, it is available in both a three- and five-door body. The hatchback has grown in length by 27 mm (up to 4040 mm), added 12 mm in width (1735 mm without mirrors), and also became 10 mm lower (1476 mm). The wheelbase has grown to 2493mm, just 4mm more than the previous iteration. In addition to the standard trim levels and the "sporty" ST Line, the Fiesta lineup now includes a pseudo-crossover version of the Active and the most luxurious Vignale performance.

A five-door hatchback is available with 1.1 liter and 1.0 liter gasoline engines.

• l (85 h.p., 110 Nm). Works in tandem with a 5-speed "mechanics". Fuel consumption declared by the manufacturer (l / 100 km): 6.1 in the city, 3.9 on the highway and 4.7 in the combined cycle. Acceleration 0-100 km / h takes 14 seconds, the maximum speed of 170 km / h;
• l EcoBoost (100 hp, 170 Nm) + mechanical six-mortar. Fuel consumption (l / 100 km): 5.4 in the city, 3.6 on the highway, 4.3 in the combined cycle. Acceleration 0-100 km / h in 10.5 seconds, top speed 183 km / h;
• l EcoBoost (100 hp, 170 Nm) + six-speed automatic. Fuel consumption (l / 100 km): 6.9 in the city, 4.2 on the highway, 5.2 in the combined cycle. Acceleration 0-100 km / h in 12.2 seconds, top speed 180 km / h.

Opel Corsa

The sixth generation Corsa, introduced to the world in 2019, is based on the GMupe PSA CMP platform. Significantly different from its predecessor in all areas. The new Corsa combines modern looks, efficient engines and all modern technological amenities in the interior.

The Corsa F is available with a 1,2-liter three-cylinder petrol engine in a naturally aspirated version with 75 hp. and supercharged versions of 100 hp. and 130 hp. In addition, there is a variant of the 1,5-liter diesel engine with 102 hp. Finally, for the first time in its history, the Corsa is available in a pure electric version with a 136 hp electric motor. and a range of 337 km (WLTP).

Peugeot 208

The new Peugeot 208 was presented in 2019 and stood out from the first moment. The model has been declared European Car of the Year for 2020. The French supermini, based on the CMP Groupe PSA platform, features an attractive body design as well as a technologically advanced cockpit that adopts the latest Peugeot i-Cockpit.

The 208 series includes the 1.2 PureTech three-cylinder gasoline engine in a naturally aspirated version with 75 hp. and supercharged versions of 100 hp. and 130 hp, as well as a four-cylinder 1.5 BlueHDi diesel engine with 100 hp. In addition, it is available as an all-electric (e-208) with a 136 hp electric motor. and a range of 340 km thanks to a 50 kWh battery.

Renault Clio

The fifth generation of the Clio was introduced in 2019 with the aim of continuing the successful commercial course of its predecessor, which was a timeless bestseller in Europe. The model is based on the new CMF-B platform of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance. In terms of design, this is an evolution of the previous generation with a more mature design. The design has become more attractive, both outside and inside. The updates have hooked on technology and design.

The range of the new Clio includes a naturally aspirated 1,0-liter engine with 75 hp, a turbocharged three-cylinder 1,0 TCe with 100 hp. and the most powerful four-cylinder 1,3 hp engine. from 130 hp It is also available in a diesel version with an upgraded 1,5 Blue dCi that delivers 85 hp. and 115 hp. A hybrid version of E-Tech is expected to be released a little later with a total power of 140 hp. from a naturally aspirated 1,6-liter gasoline engine and two electric motors.

Volkswagen Polo

The sixth generation Polo was introduced in 2017 and is based on the Volkswagen Group MQB A0 platform. Thanks to its increased external dimensions that reach class limits, the Polo is one of the most spacious superminis with a cab for up to 5 adults and a luggage compartment of up to 351 liters (subject to space availability).

The German supermini engine lineup consists of an atmospheric 1,0 MPI EVO with three cylinders with 80 hp, a supercharged 1,0 TSI with 95 hp. and 115 bhp, 1,0 TGI with 90 bhp, which accepts CNG, a 1.6 TDI diesel engine with 95 bhp, a 1.5 TSI EVO supercharger with 150 PS and a top 2.0 TSI with 200 PS.