Peugeot 107 - Pictures

A wide track helps the 107’s handling. Despite the tiny 14-inch wheels and thin tyres, grip is good and there’s plenty of bite under braking. There is a fair amount of body roll, but the speed-sensitive steering impresses.

It’s easy to see where money has been saved on the Peugeot. Metal is exposed on the doors, there’s no glovebox and the rev counter is a £30 option. The fuel door uses a cheap metal latch, although the filler cap does

This is a major weak point for the 107. To save money, the tailgate is a piece of glass, which leaves you with a high load sill and a 139-litre capacity. The split-fold seats increase this to 751 litres – 131 litres behind the Ki

Peugeot’s interior is very well finished, with no shiny cheap plastics on show. Importantly, the materials are of a far better quality than you’ll find on other budget cars. Covered stowage is in short supply, though.