2007 Citroen C1 Vibe review from UK and Ireland

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I downsized to the C1 and haven't regretted it. It's a car the deserves more recognition for its many good qualities, not least its no-nonsense appeal.

It is surprisingly comfortable even at motorway speeds and on long journeys - my biggest worry before buying it. Engine noise is very modest, road/tyre noise is evident, but no more than I'd expected, on most surfaces it is very quiet even beyond 70mph.

The reliability (no problems, uses no oil, ABS very effective in a sudden snowstorm) and economy (genuine 60mpg achievable) are superb; it's fun to drive and cheap to own.

The boot is small, and I find I have to drop the rear seats most weeks for routine shopping and carting things about. I bought roof bars, a bike rack, and a collapsible roof bag/box for holidays etc, and that makes the car pretty versatile for my purposes.

I'd happily tackle a very long drive in it - crossing the alps, for example - and have travelled from the Scottish borders to London and further in a day without over-tiring the car or its driver.

Equipment is fine - the radio and heater work well, I use the i-pod socket most weeks. I'd like an interior light in the boot, but that's being really pernickety.

Do you really need any more from a car? I decided I didn't, and am delighted with my C1.