Kia’s ascent to the top tier of manufacturers in the small hatch market continues apace with the current Cee’d five-door hatch range. Where its predecessor majored on reliability and Kia’s superb warranty to lure in customers, the present car launched in 2012 has a great many more charms.

Helping in the looks department are the current car’s longer, lower stance, though this does not impact on cabin space. Instead, there is ample room for the front and rear passengers, as well as a generous boot. The inside is also made from sturdy, good looking and pleasant to touch materials.