As a young driver, it is important that you have the right car to kickstart your driving career. Ideally, this will be a car that is easy to drive, safe, reliable and comfortable. You also need to factor in the cost of the car, which will include the cost of the vehicle along with insurance (which is high for young drivers), road tax, fuel and maintenance. So, what are some cars that are well-suited to young drivers?
Volkswagen Up!
The Volkswagen Up! Is a great car for a young driver and an affordable way to get behind the wheel of one of the most reliable brands. The Up! Is a small car with a small engine, so you can enjoy low costs in terms of both buying and running this car. As a VW, it is well-built, easy to drive and highly reliable too.
Ford Fiesta
There is a reason why the Ford Fiesta is consistently the top-selling car in the UK. The subcompact ticks all of the boxes that you want in a car in that it is practical, easy-to-drive, safe and also cheap to buy and run. It is perfect for young drivers looking to get started as a car that won’t break the bank and the popularity of the Fiesta means that it is never too hard to find one for sale in the used car market.
Volkswagen Polo
The Polo from Volkswagen is another great option for a new driver and is more affordable than the iconic Golf. The most recent Polo is slightly bigger and comes with plenty of great tech and a comfortable cabin with decent space for a small car.
Vauxhall Corsa
The Vauxhall Corsa is another UK favourite that is consistently one of the best-selling cars. The Vauxhall Corsa has a long history and has become known for its dependability, low costs and safety. It is one of the cheapest small cars to run but also one that provides a solid driving experience with a surprising amount of interior space for a small car.
Skoda Fabia
Skoda is a brand that gets more popular with each passing year and the Fabia is a major reason why this is. This is because it is a small car that has plenty of character, comes with plenty of tech to make it a practical car and it is also cheap to both buy and run.
If you are in the market for a vehicle as a young driver then these are a few of the best options and all cars that would make for an excellent first car. As a young driver, you want something that is cheap to buy and run but also comfortable, enjoyable to drive and dependable and these automobiles tick all the boxes.




