Not cheap, but the best: which cars are best suited for new drivers

Buying your first car is an exciting and moving experience. However, for a novice driver, choosing a model can be a real challenge due to lack of experience.

Driving is not only fun and freedom, but also a risk, so it is important to choose a car that is safe and easy to drive. What Car has prepared a list of the best vehicles that will meet all the needs of novice drivers.

Renault Clio

The Renault Clio is a fantastic all-around car for beginners.

It's powerful enough but not too powerful for those who are just starting to get acquainted with the roads.

Another big advantage of the Clio is that it offers fairly low running costs. In addition, it is equipped with automatic emergency braking, road sign recognition, and lane keeping assist.

Skoda Fabia

This car is quite compact, but has a surprisingly large amount of space in the rear seats. Three adults will be more comfortable in a Skoda Fabia than in a Renault Clio.

For beginners, the entry-level SE Comfort trim is the best option. Although it's a bit less powerful than the Clio, you'll still get alloy wheels, LED headlights, and air conditioning as standard.

Seat Ibiza

This is one of the most difficult cars to drive in its class. However, thanks to its good handling and high-quality suspension, driving becomes a real pleasure.

The Seat Ibiza is a fairly budget-friendly car, so it's perfect for beginners who want to use it not only as transportation but also as entertainment.

Hyundai i10

Despite being a small car, it is quite comfortable and practical. The rear seats have enough space to comfortably accommodate two adults.

The Hyundai i10 also stands out for its low price and running costs. It's also quite cheap to insure, but keep in mind that the i10 doesn't have a great safety record.

Dacia Sandero

The Dacia Sandero is one of the cheapest new cars you can buy. The entry-level engine (TCe 100 Bi-Fuel) can run on both gas and gasoline, which will reduce your running costs.

It's practical, with plenty of room in the back seats and trunk, and it's quite comfortable to drive. However, the car did not perform as well as the Hyundai i10 in the safety test.

Volkswagen Polo

If you are choosing your first car, it is likely that the Volkswagen Polo has already crossed your mind. It is comfortable and practical, handles well, and has a good information system inside.

The Polo is a bit more expensive than its Seat and Skoda counterparts, but it comes with a fairly rich standard equipment. All versions are also equipped with a wide range of safety features.

Peugeot 208

The Peugeot 208 is the most comfortable car on this list. It will also please you with its price, for which you get good driver assistance features and stylish design.

However, some drivers may not like the i-Cockpit position, so it's worth taking a test drive before buying a car.

Kia Picanto

If price is your main selection criterion, you'll love the Kia Picanto.

The car has a tiny 1.0-liter engine with 66 hp. As you might expect from a car with so little horsepower, it's not very fast.

But the car has a well-thought-out interior and handles quite well. It has electrically adjustable door mirrors, rear parking sensors, and an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system.

Vauxhall Corsa

For many people, the Vauxhall Corsa has already become their first car. It is popular because it has a wide range of engines and configurations, as well as a large trunk.

The Corsa doesn't have a spacious interior, but it's powerful and offers a good infotainment system.

Mazda 2

The car has a fairly comfortable interior due to a wide range of driver's seat and steering wheel adjustments. Height adjustment is available even as standard.

The infotainment system is also very easy to use. There is also a rotary knob between the front seats to control the touchscreen, which allows the driver to be much less distracted.

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