We say A pleasantly different supermini that offers a lot for the money.Performance The Sirion’s 1.0-litre and 1.3-litre engines are both underpowered for motorway work, but the former is great in town and the latter can be pushed into a decent performance. A later 1.5 petrol added a bit more puff, but not much.Emissions The 1.0 petrol can return 57mpg combined.Driving The Sirion’s soft ride means poor cornering. Grip and steering are both on the light side and body roll pronounced, though it’s perfect for the city.Feel Both engines are raucous at high revs, but cruise reasonably. The Sirion’s cabin is well sealed from elements and its suspension favours comfort.Space There’s good space for four adults, middling boot space at 225 litres is countered by flat-folding 60/40 rear seats.Equipment Power steering, aircon, electric windows, central locking and a CD player as basic – you get a lot of Sirion for your money.Price The Sirion is cheap to buy and run but depreciation won't be too good – especially as Daihatsu doesn’t sell cars in the UK any more.Quality Daihatsu interiors and engines are generally built to last; though the car’s cabin won’t knock your socks off.Safety Front and side airbags and ABS make for a four-star Euro NCAP crash test ratingPros Good space and kit for money. Won't give you many headaches.Cons Noisy engines. Superior, if dearer, rivals.Alternatives Fiat Panda, Kia Picanto, Renault Twingo
