Skoda Fabia<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nSkoda has come a long way, and the Fabia is proof. It\u2019s not just a cheaper alternative to a Polo-it\u2019s genuinely good in its own right. There’s loads of space for passengers and shopping bags, and it feels sturdy without being heavy. Lower trim levels are usually in the lower insurance groups, so you won\u2019t be paying silly money to keep it covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kia Picanto<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nFor a small car, the Picanto punches well above its weight. It looks sharp, it\u2019s fun to drive around town, and it\u2019s got a decent amount of kit inside. Insurance-wise, it\u2019s easy on the pocket, especially if you stick to the 1.0-litre version. Plus, Kia\u2019s seven-year warranty doesn\u2019t hurt either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Toyota Aygo X<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Aygo X adds some character to the world of small cars. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
With its wonky design and elevated driving position, it has more of a baby SUV feel to it than a typical city car. But despite appearances, it’s still very cheap to insure-principally because the engine is small and it’s loaded with safety equipment. It’s perfect for nipping round the city and fitting into tight parking spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Volkswagen Caddy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you need something practical that isn\u2019t your typical hatchback, the Caddy could be the answer. It’s van-based, so there’s lots of room on the inside, but the smaller engines make it remarkably cheap to insure. It’s particularly useful for families or people who want to transport equipment but don’t want to drive around in a clunky SUV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fiat 500<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can’t discuss small, budget cars without mentioning the Fiat 500. It\u2019s got charm by the bucketload and is perfect for city life. The 1.0-litre mild-hybrid versions are usually the cheapest to insure. Sure, it\u2019s compact-and the back seats aren\u2019t exactly spacious-but it makes up for it with style and simplicity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dacia Sandero<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThis car is all about keeping things straightforward. It’s one of the cheapest new cars available to buy in the UK, and it delivers in the best possible way. Entry-level trims are sparse on gadgets, which makes maintenance and insurance prices low. If you’re not fussed about high-end extras and just need something reliable and tough, the Sandero is your ticket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Renault Clio<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Clio strikes a nice balance-it feels more upmarket than you\u2019d expect, but it\u2019s still cheap to run. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Smaller engine variants keep insurance costs low, and it handleswell whether nipping in and out of town or putting it on the motorway. It’s a solid all-rounder with a bit of panache.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
SEAT Arona<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you like the look and feel of an SUV but don\u2019t want SUV running costs, the Arona\u2019s worth a look. It\u2019s based on the Ibiza underneath, so it\u2019s still compact and easy to drive, but with that extra height and space. Lower-powered ones keep it in the lower insurance brackets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nInsurance prices may not be the thrill of choosing a car, but they certainly do count. These ten vehicles prove you do not have to break the bank to have something comfortable, competent, and easy to insure. Stick with the lower trims, drive sensibly, and you\u2019ll be off to a good start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Generally, the lower the insurance group, the cheaper the insurance is. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
To find out the insurance group for any car in the UK for free, just enter the registration number into a car checker<\/a> service. This will give you the information you need. If you want more details, you can upgrade for a small fee to get the full history of the car.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Let\u2019s be honest: car insurance in the UK isn\u2019t cheap. And if you\u2019re a new driver or trying to stick to a budget, the last thing you want is a car that pushes your premium through the roof. Luckily, not all…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4737,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4735","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-iu"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.iuemag.com\/inspi-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4735","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.iuemag.com\/inspi-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.iuemag.com\/inspi-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.iuemag.com\/inspi-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.iuemag.com\/inspi-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4735"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.iuemag.com\/inspi-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4735\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4740,"href":"https:\/\/www.iuemag.com\/inspi-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4735\/revisions\/4740"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.iuemag.com\/inspi-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4737"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.iuemag.com\/inspi-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4735"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.iuemag.com\/inspi-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4735"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.iuemag.com\/inspi-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4735"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
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