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USED Daihatsu Charade Hatchback (03 - 06)

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4 out of 5 stars

For Nippy in town and smooth-riding, the Charade is well equipped, pretty roomy and cheap

Against It's noisy on the motorway and rolls too much in bends

Verdict It's a cracking little city car from a company often overlooked, but it's a little unrefined

Go for… Five-door models

Avoid… Three-door models

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1. Build quality is solid and the dash layout is very simple
2. For such a small car, there's plenty of cabin space
3. The lightweight suspension may mean problems in the future, so listen out for worrying clonks on the test drive
4. Uneven tyre wear is a sign that suspension problems may be on the way
5. The three-cylinder engine is fine if you only drive around town, but it's a bit stretched on the motorway