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For It's cheap to buy and well made
Against The ride feels as lumpy as the gearchange
Verdict
Build quality is definitely solid, but many of its rivals are much better to drive
Go for… 1.3 GLX
Avoid… 1.6 GLS
- 1. Passenger space in the rear is cramped because of tight head- and legroom
- 2. The boot is significantly smaller than that of some rivals
- 3. Cars built before 2001 needed crankshaft work and some cars built between June and August 1997 had brake problems. Check the recall work has been done
- 4. The 74bhp 1.3 is the best engine. It's cheaper to run than the 89bhp 1.6 and not that much slower
- 5. The Colt was only ever available as a three-door hatchback, whereas some rivals had the option of a five-door body
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