TO be honest, the Hyundai ix20 is not likely to have mass appeal.

But, for people with certain needs, it’s a good solution.

This car is all about ease of access and, if you’ve got mobility problems, for example, or are looking for a family car with a bit more height and room, the ix20 is a good option.

That bit of extra height, plus a decent amount of leg room and handy things like a sliding and reclining rear seat make sure of that.

The front seats are higher than normal, with the aim of making for a more comfortable driving position, while the dual-height boot aims to make loading easier.

It’s a very simple range. In fact, there’s basically one car.

The SE gets 16in alloys, leather trim on the steering wheel and gear knob, luggage hooks and net, the sliding and reclining rear seat, air con, auto lights, electric mirrors all-round, rear parking sensors, Bluetooth and USB, steering wheel controls and stop-start.

Premium trims adds the panoramic roof, tinted rear windows and nothing more.

I drove the SE with the 1.4 Blue Drive engine, which sits alongside a 1.6 petrol and a 1.6 diesel in the range.

The 1.4 is fairly lively, although figures of 130g/km for CO2 and 50 to the gallon are a bit average. The 1.6 puffs out 150g/km and makes 43mpg.

The best option for both performance and economy is the diesel, which gets CO2 down to a far more palatable 115g/km and consumption to 64mpg.

The drive is nice and effortless, with nice light gear changes on the manual ‘box – and an auto option is also available.

As we have come to expect with Hyundai, the interior is good quality, with decent materials and a feel that belies the car’s competitive pricing.

Rear legroom is impressive for what is essentially a small car and the boot is good too.

While the ix20 might not have global appeal, Hyundai has produced a good car for those whose needs it suits.

Pricing is good – from £13,995 to £16,695.

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