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How buying a used 1.2 litre car through Carwow works

Find a car

Use Carwow to browse and compare used vehicles, advertised by a network of trusted dealers. You can search by make and model, or apply filters to find the perfect car for you.

Contact the dealer

Once you’ve found a car you’d like to buy, you can contact the dealer to arrange the next steps, whether that’s asking a question or taking it for a test drive.

Buy the car

When you’re happy to buy, you can do so at a fixed price, safe in the knowledge all models sold through carwow are mechanically checked and come with a warranty.

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Used 1.2 litre cars FAQs

Is a 1.2 litre car good?

A 1.2-litre car can make a good buy. The best 1.2-litre engines offer decent performance and excellent fuel economy.

Is 1.2 litre good for the first car?

Yes. As a rule of thumb, a 1.2-litre car is a good choice for a new driver’s first car. Check the insurance group before you buy – the lower the better.

What is the most powerful 1.2 litre engine?

Stellantis (the huge car company that includes Peugeot and Vauxhall) has a 1.2-litre engine which produces 130hp, which is powerful for such a small-capacity engine.