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	City car Information
		While small family cars and superminis grew considerably from the 1990s to the 2000s, so happened with city cars.
		After some new superminis were over 3.90m long (like the Ford Fiesta, the SEAT Ibiza and the Volkswagen Polo) some many makers designed models between 3.65 and 3.75m.
		A possiblity is to compare the price and interior room with superminis: the Yaris is definitely a supermini, whereas the Tata Indica is closer to a city car.
	www.bookrags.com /City_car (969 words)

	Supermini car - WOI Encyclopedia Italia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		The first superminis were the Fiat 500 of 1957 and the Austin Mini of 1959.
		In Europe, the first supermini is considered to be the Italian Fiat 500 of 1957, and the design was further popularized by the British Austin Mini two years later.
		The first major compact hatchback launch of the 1990s was the Renault Clio, which arrived in 1990 as successor to the long-running R5.
	www.wheelsofitaly.com /wiki/index.php/Supermini_car (747 words)

	Supermini car - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		A supermini is a European car classification that describes cars larger than a city car but smaller than a small family car.
		While twenty years ago their length was around 3700 mm, current superminis are usually around 3950 mm long in the case of hatchbacks and 4250 mm in the case of saloons and estates.
		The first major supermini launch of the 1990s was the Renault Clio, which arrived in 1990 as successor to the long-running R5.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Supermini_car (1230 words)

	Britain.tv Wikipedia - City car (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		While small family cars and superminis grew considerably from the 1990s to the 2000s, so happened with city cars.
		After some new superminis were over 3.90 m long (like the Ford Fiesta, the SEAT Ibiza and the Volkswagen Polo) some many makers designed models above 3.65 m long.
		A possibility is to compare the price and interior room with superminis: the Yaris is definitely a supermini, whereas the Tata Indica is closer to a city car.
	www.britain.tv /wikipedia.php?title=City_car (1119 words)

	City car
		Early superminis can be considered city cars because of their size, but even in the late 70s superminis were the second smallest available cars (after the two-seater microcars).
		While family cars and superminis grew considerably from the 90s to the 2000s, so happened with city cars.
		After some new superminis were over 3.90 m long (like the Ford Fiesta, the SEAT Ibiza and the Volkswagen Polo) some many makers designed models between 3.65 and 3.75 m.
	www.autos.adreviews.net /City_car.html (818 words)

	:::CARtoday.com::: - News_Headlines (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		The appeal of smaller cars is growing in the United Kingdom as the prospect of fuel economy appeals to motorists.
		Out of the superminis, the Ford Fiesta (replaced during the year by a new model) was the biggest seller in 2001, with sales of 98 221, followed by the Peugeot 206 with 97 887, and the Vauxhall (Opel) Corsa, which took third place, registering 93 792 sales.
		Many of the new superminis do not compromise safety features for fuel efficiency and also have a wide array of extras, such as air-conditioning, ABS, airbags and CD players, that were usually only offered on bigger models.
	www.cartoday.com /content/news/print_pop.asp?id=2728 (236 words)

	Datamonitor - Superminis: families shrink to fit - Comment
		UK sales of superminis are continuing to outperform the market.
		Growth in the segment is being driven partly by a focus on low-cost motoring, but the growing size of each successive generation of superminis and changing demographic trends mean that many people simply don't need a bigger car.
		Despite the overall dip in sales, the supermini segment remains strong, with sales for the month increasing by 5.4%.
	www.datamonitor.com /~684ff27f137748a0921912ca3f48c710~/industries/news/article/?pid=9B9F4489-7243-4A20-B821-F8295530ADC1&type=CommentWire (406 words)

	Modern supermini (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Well, as cars go through transitions of dimensions it's even hard to explain what a supermini is. For me it is a car that is smaller than 3,7m however there might be some exceptions, especially when the car is the smallest in a group produced by a factory.
		It is a small luxurious car rather than a supermini.
		The first conclusion is that there are too few superminis available currently.
	republika.pl /degarmo/cars/modern_supermini.htm (1740 words)

	Indiacar News-New batch of superminis from VW Group
		A batch of new superminis are on their way from the Volkswagen Group, and we've got a sneak preview of how they're all going to look.
		Skoda is tipped to be the first of the group to use the new supermini platform when the next-generation Fabia goes on sale next year.
		Chrysler is talking to the manufacturer about using it for its own supermini, based around the Hornet concept car.
	www.indiacar.com /xnewdet.asp?id=n36129 (341 words)

	Used Car Guide \| MSN Cars UK - Top 10: Used Superminis under £5,000 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		That failure was replaced by the Jazz, a car that’s become something of a darling among the supermini set.
		The most recent cars are decent enough all-rounders, with a solid build a neat interior and competitive pricing and equipment levels new, but they simply lack the zest of some of their European rivals on the road.
		The undisputed daddy when it comes to smart superminis the Polo is a class act.
	cars.uk.msn.com /Usedcarguide/article.aspx?cp-documentid=475275 (1890 words)

	cars - Car classification
		This class, known as superminis in Europe and sub-compacts in North America, covers the next smallest vehicles.
		The Hot hatch is a small performance vehicle based on standard superminis or small family cars, with improved performance, handling and styling.
		Generally confined to the U.S. market, the PLC was an upmarket, two-door, four to six seater vehicle which was usually mechanically related to the manufacturer's four-door lineup but had its own body, name, and image.
	www.carluvers.com /cars/Car_classification (989 words)

	Warranty Direct rates superminis for reliability - News - Auto Industry
		Nissan’s Micra (1998-02) is the least problematic supermini to own, according to Warranty Direct’s latest Reliability Index report.
		The Top Five Supermini selection is completed by the Fiat Punto, which is just behind the Corsa with a rating of 48.65, and Volkswagen’s Polo (2000-on).
		Supermini-sized cars are said to tend to suffer axle- and suspension-related failures; the biggest source of extended warranty claims for five out of the ten cars whose owners’ claims were analysed by Warranty Direct.
	www.autoindustry.co.uk /news/26-01-06_6 (253 words)

	Review of CITROEN C3 (2002-TO DATE) - Citroenâs C3 was the car that proved that superminis (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Citroen?s C3 was the car that proved that superminis didn?t need to be outrageously sporty in order to succeed.
		Concentrating instead on offering keen value for money and an unthreatening family oriented appeal, the C3 notched up significant sales and the diesel models in particular are some of the best superminis around.
		As more and more superminis began to ride and handle like GTi pocket rockets, Citroen took a different tack.
	www.car-guides.co.uk /868.html (1623 words)

	Daihatsu Sirion - the new Japanese supermini
		In 2004 Daihatsu sold 840,000 vehicles, of which only 30,000 were in Europe, but with the ambition of reaching 70,000 by 2008 thanks to the launch of a full and "trendy" range with the Sirion as its emblem.
		This 3.60 m-long supermini was designed for European tastes, on the platform of the Yaris.
		With equal equipment, the Sirion aligns itself with the prices of European superminis: from £7,460 to £7,960 for the 1-litre engine, and from £8,090 to £9,290 for the 1.3-litre engine.
	www.viamichelin.com /viamichelin/gbr/tpl/mag5/art20060901/htm/route-daihatsu.htm (385 words)

	Auto Trader Ten Point Test : Honda Jazz - Auto Trader UK — Features - News and Reviews Hub
		Back in the Eighties a well-equipped supermini was rarer than a refined van.
		When you sit inside, it’s easy to forget you’re in a supermini because it feels more like a family hatchback, such is the amount of interior space.
		For a supermini the Jazz is well equipped with power steering, air conditioning, electric mirrors and remote entry.
	www.autotrader.co.uk /EDITORIAL/CARS/FEATURES/HONDA/32494.html (823 words)

	Cars - Supermini car (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		To be a supermini, the length of the car should be around 3.90 metres (12.8 ft) and have seating for four adults and a child.
		In Europe, the first supermini is considered to be the Italian Fiat 500 of 1957.
		The design was further popularized by the British Austin Mini two years later (from which the class takes its name).
	listing-index.ebay.com /cars/Supermini_car.html (719 words)

	CITROEN C1 - Style
		Citroën superminis reveal their character through their exterior and interior styling.
		The C1 radiates good cheer, the C2 expresses a dynamic stance, the C3 an emphasis on well-being and the C3 Pluriel a focus on leisure.
		With its fluid lines and generous volumes, the C1 subtly states its identity as a Citroën supermini, while also bringing its own personality to the fore.
	www.citroen.com /CWW/en-US/RANGE/PrivateCars/C1/default/C1_Style.htm (357 words)

	Superminis have a smashing time - News - Autocar Online (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Renault and Peugeot engineers should be feeling smug after their new Clio and 1007 superminis returned five-star performances in the latest round of Euro NCAP crash tests, announced in Tockholm, Sweden, today (June 28).
		Innovations such as intelligent seat belt reminders for rear seat occupants helped the Peugeot 1007 achieve the highest ever score for adult occupant protection, with three-star child protection and two-star pedestrian protection taking it straight to the top of the supermini class.
		The third-generation Renault Clio also managed a five-star occupant protection rating, the eighth Renault to receive the top award.
	www.autocar.co.uk /News_Article.asp?NA_ID=215775 (182 words)

	Car News \| MSN Cars UK - Top 10 superminis (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Traditionally vying with the Corsa for top spot in the supermini sales charts, and this year doing rather better, the Fiesta has just had its mid-life facelift.
		The new Yaris is still one of the smallest superminis, though this isn’t reflected in the price.
		It is a pleasing car in both town and country, though, an easy car to drive with a stylish and comfortable interior.
	cars.uk.msn.com /news/car_news_article.aspx?cp-documentid=838189 (840 words)

	Daewoo Page
		These days there are few differences between any superminis.
		Both exterior and interior dimensions are close to Hyundai Getz thus matches the biggest European and Japanese superminis.
		You won’t name it as the best-built or best-looking interior, but the plastics is decent while every piece of them is solidly built in place.
	www.autozine.org /html/Daewoo/Kalos.html (420 words)

	Audi A2
		given that the A3 is a rebodied Golf, the A2 must rival the superminis such as Fiat Punto and Toyota Yaris.
		However, the target arch-rival is Mercedes A-class instead of superminis, otherwise the high cost of Aluminium Space Frame chassis would not have been paid off.
		Sophisticated styling of the headlamps, grille, front bumpers looks classy, without looking similar to any other superminis.
	www.autozine.org /Graveyard/html/Audi/A2_2000.html (1751 words)

	Why Fuel Costs Will Drive New Plate Sales - Science - RedOrbit (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Diesels and superminis will be leading the car industry's September "55 plate" sales drive, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders is predicting.
		Total registrations are expected to be down by about 2.5 per this month compared with last year with the industry expecting sales of about 420,000 compared with 430,763 last time.
		In 1997, superminis accounted for 575,597 units at a time when the average price of petrol was 61.8p per litre.
	www.redorbit.com /news/display?id=226986&source=r_science (574 words)

	Kauf eines Superminis - Branchensieger
		Da in Superminis das Schleudertrauma-Risiko höher ist, sind gute Kopfstützen äusserst wichtig.
		Wer Kinder transportiert, sollte einen Supermini kaufen, der mit einem Isofix-Verankerungssystem ausgestattet ist.
		Dank diesen Halterungen können Sie den (obligatorischen) Kindersitz einfach und sicher montieren.
	www.branchensieger.de /www/as_de/index/print.php?sid=97 (268 words)

	European New Car Assessment Programme: (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		The Matiz lags behind other Superminis whose results are also released today, notably the Fiat Punto and the Toyota Yaris, both of which are awarded the maximum five stars for adult occupant protection.
		All of the safety features in a car are wasted if people don’t wear their seat-belts and we now know that a reminder system is a very effective way of encouraging use.
		Results are released in the Supermini, Small Family, Large Family, Executive, Small MPV and Large Off-Roader categories.
	www.euroncap.com /content/media/press_releases/phase_17.html (909 words)

	Citroen C3 Pluriel (2003-) - 4Car Car Review Road Test from Channel 4
		The driver and front seat passenger have plenty of room, though, and where the Pluriel really comes into its own is with its boot space.
		Better than many conventional superminis with the roof in place - or even with the rear screen and fabric stowed away (these fit under the floor) - the roof structure does not compromise luggage capacity.
		With the rear seats folded, a long, flat load bay can be created - roof up or down - and whilst it's not quite the pick-up truck Citroen claimed in its original blurb, the Pluriel can double up as something quite useful if you need to transport that flatpack or go to the rubbish tip.
	www.channel4.com /4car/rt/citroen/c3+pluriel/77/9 (419 words)

	Superminis - Topic Powered by eve community (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		The Fabia I really like, again it's not really a supermini (golf+polo=a little too large) but it's so cheap and reliable, it deserves a mention.
		Ibiza is ok, styling is better than most, but the vRS is the one to go for here for those on the budget, no doubt.
		When it comes to Superminis all the major players produce good cars and its now a question of which one you want to "live with".
	community.channel4.com /eve/forums/a/tpc/f/1766037851/m/5230034515/r/5930098715 (1140 words)

	DervMan's Pick of Superminis
		he Supermini sector is one of the most important, since it is the most popular with private buyers.
		The supermini is liked because of its cheaper purchase price, lower insurance and fuel consumption, and the ease at which it can be driven.
		The cheapest superminis to run, excluding depreciation, are the Renault Clio dTi and Skoda Fabia SDI.
	www.dervman.com /supermini.htm (321 words)

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		No fewer than three of the top four cars in the overall standings come from this category.
		There’s a shock in store at the other end of the table with the Seat Arosa’s rating falling by 5%.
		It now rates alongside the MG Rover/ZR, last year’s bottom supermini, and both sit in the bottom 10 overall.
	www.whatcar.com /News_SpecialReport.asp?NA_ID=214562&EL_ID=3121178 (392 words)

	The Sun Online - Motors - Ken Gibson NO USE: Superminis and all that
		Already this year 677,704 superminis have been bought here, making them the most popular type of car in the UK.
		The new motors will be bigger, faster and offer the space and equipment you would expect in a family hatchback.
		All the things you hated about superminis are disappearing fast, especially lack of space and lack of performance.
	www.thesun.co.uk /article/0,,2001330000-2001561469,00.html (970 words)

	The Sun Online - Ken Gibson: Chrying out to be made
		Undoubtedly, the Hornet supermini is the most important of the lot.
		This road-going “hoodie” is all-attitude and ready to take on supermini stars such as the Mini, Ford Fiesta, Toyota Yaris and Fiat Grande Punto.
		So while the Hornet is aimed at the superminis it’s the width of a Ford Focus.
	www.thesun.co.uk /article/0,,2003090001-2006370122,00.html (995 words)

	Citroën C1, C2, C3 e C3 Pluriel: a complementary range of superminis
		Following the 2005 market debuts of the C1 and C3 HDi 110 DPFS, and the styling and equipment upgrades on the C2, C3 and C3 Pluriel, Citroën is now launching, from early 2006 depending on the country, the C3 1.6i 16V mated to an automatic gearbox.
		The exterior dimensions of each car are different: C1 is the easy-to-handle supermini, C2 is the modular supermini, C3 is the family hatchback, and C3 Pluriel the versatile hatchback.
		For this reason, all Citroën superminis rank among the leaders on their segment in terms of safety.
	www.duemotori.com /news/auto_news/6927_Citroen_C1_C2_C3_e_C3_Pluriel_a_complementary_range_of_superminis.php (703 words)

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