With diesel issues affecting new car sales, and us all destined to driver around in small engine cars, I decided to get the most basic car and see if we could ever be seen dead in one.

Having now won the Auto Express New Car Award in this category twice, Howard Ritchie explores why this supermini keeps winning awards, alongside finding out why this eco champion is the best car especially for Mum.

There are 10 VW engines, and 14 models making this not just a good car for parents and grandparents but also, for everyone!

This car does come with all the relevant safety features and a DAB radio.. which works, most of the time!

Everything else is exceptionally basic, but as you will see. VW are working hard on quality.