Opinion:

Subaru is best known for four-wheel drive cars like the Subaru Impreza WRX or Forester SUV but the Japanese car company has a proud history of building little cars like the Justy.

Subaru has played it smart with the Justy by hooking up with Toyota (who has the controlling share of Daihatsu and a chunk of Subaru also) to deliver a town car that will help bring down the companies high CO2 average.

Outside the 50/60km/h zones the little Justy needs a clever driver behind the wheel to maximize the 68bhp on offer to best effect.

The downside to the tax efficient engine is the racket it makes. Justy is stable and comfortable on the open road and a bit of fun about town.

Inside the cabin is huge and three kids will fit in the back without complaints. The interior is well built and the materials used are in keeping with the competition. It is easy to find a decent driving position also.

Justy can deliver great fuel economy (up to 64mpg) and there is kudos in the Subaru badge.