We say The Savvy is cheap, but similarly-prices rivals are far superior.Performance The Savvy’s sole 1.2-litre petrol develops 75bhp through a lazy engine and awkward automated manual transmission so go for the manual. 60mph in 14 seconds.Emissions Nearly 50mpg and 134g/km is a decent effort from Proton.Driving The Savvy’s handling is competent and offers a smooth ride.Feel The Savvy is poorly refined: the noisy engine and lots of wind noise make it an annoying place to be.Space The Savvy has a decent boot at 207 litres – and it extends to over 900. Room for two only in the back, and they will be rather cramped, despite the fact the Savvy has five doors.Equipment CD player, parking sensors and remote central locking as standard. Aircon and alloys for a grand more.Price The Savvy is very cheap and offers decent running costs.Quality The Savvy looks looks cheap inside but the Savvy comes with a generous warranty from Proton.Safety ABS with brakeforce distribution and two airbags as standard.Pros Very cheap, decent handling.Cons The Savvy's a pretty poor quality car all-round.Alternatives Kia Picanto, Daihatsu Charade, Fiat Panda