Nissan Micra

Price: From R108 400

The brand new Nissan Micra is an enticing and intriguing little car. We say this because it is spacious and comfortable inside, yet compact outside (so it’s really easy to park). Go for the 1.2 Visia+ model – it boasts the 1.2-litre petrol motor, which we just adore (think enough power plus terrific consumption and low emissions). The bottom-of-the-range model is well spec’d (it has ABS plus passenger and driver airbags). But the Visia+ has aircon, and side airbags (it’s the only car in its class with this potentially life-saving feature).