At a glance

Citroen C4 Shine

Base price: $39,990

Powertrain and economy: 1.2-litre turbo-petrol inline-three, 113kW/ 240Nm, 8-speed automatic, FWD, combined economy 6.8L/100km, CO2 153g/km (source: Rightcar).

Vital statistics: 4360mm long, 1800mm wide, 1525mm high, 2670mm wheelbase, luggage capacity

380 litres, 18-inch alloy wheels.

We like: Great looks, proven engine, comfortable, all-around interesting. We don’t like: Stop-start system is annoying, poor rear visibility.