Motoring: Sporty C2.

CITROEN is about to unleash its new sporty supermini, the C2 VTS, on the UK public, offering real hot hatch handling and performance -- thanks to a specially-tuned chassis and new, up rated engine.

The C2 VTS makes a very clear case for high-value, performance motoring, with a Group 8 insurance rating -- an impressive 7 groups less than Saxo VTS , a price tag of just pounds 11, 995, as well as a comprehensive standard equipment list. At launch Citroen's latest hot hatch includes one year's free insurance for buyers aged 21 to 80.