One of the best looking city cars on sale, the Matiz also offers ultra-cheap motoring. But even with the 1.0-litre engine available from 2003, the Matiz isn't cut out for long motorway journeys. However, with its low running costs, tiny dimensions and three-star Euro-NCAP crash test score, the Matiz makes a great used buy. But be wary of well-travelled cars, because the Matiz doesn't like high mileages.