Running costs
What a first car really costs each month once fuel, servicing, tax and insurance group are in.
Cheapest Cars to Insure for New Drivers in the UK, 2026
The car you pick does more to your premium than any deal you find. A ranked guide to the lowest-insurance-group first cars in the UK, with real group numbers and monthly running cost data.
The First-Car Trap: Cheap to Buy, Expensive to Run
A car that is cheap to buy can quietly cost more than its sticker price in the first year alone. Here is how two £4,500 cars end up £1,500 apart, and how to spot the trap before you commit.
Affordable to Buy, Expensive to Run
A first car can look affordable to buy and still be the expensive choice once running costs, fuel, servicing and reliability are in. Here's how to spot the trap before you commit.