Car for the better half

[c1223]

After the first car I bought 2nd hand from a main dealer about 10 years ago, I haven't had anything except a lease through my business. Currently awaiting a Tesla Model 3.

Need to find a care for the better half which she'll be using for work on a daily basis (although not huge motorway miles - driving around in the community). She's not bothered about what she gets. Budget wise, she could stretch to £7k on a second hand car, or alternatively she's happy to lease something that is 12+47 for about £150 to £200 a month, and also in-stock.

What should I be looking at? To be completely honest, I'm useless when it comes to this because I just chose the car I want and go for whatever lease there is. I don't usually hunt for the best deals...

Using LeaseLoco this comes up: https://www.leaseloco.com/car-leasing/vauxhall/cor...

What alternatives should I look at? On my list is:

Hyundai i20
Seat Ibiza
Ford Fiesta
VW Polo
Audi A1
Skoda Fabia
Toyota Yaris

I'd ideally send her to a main dealer, but I don't think paying that premium is going to be worth it.

One alternative is to use somewhere like Cazoo and hire purchase/PCP a slightly more expensive car over 48 months.

[ZX10R NIN]

If you want something smart & sensible for around 7k then the Astra GTC is a very good pick:

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202204204...

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202207298...

Kia Rio 3:

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202207147...

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202205276...

Mazda2 Sport Nav:

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202206247...

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202207067...

[Martyn76]

Happy with our Clio (2018), over 300 miles out of tank around town, little 3 cylinder turbo engine is quite punchy.

New model should be available as a used option now, revised interior, etc, not sure about monthly prices on though.

[c1223]

Thanks both, will have a look at those links and the Clio.