“I wanted to look at the Dolphin because it might be a viable alternative to my wife’s“The interior is beautifully finished, and I like the fact that there’s a row of controls under the touchscreen. Physical buttons are easier to use than icons on a touchscreen.
“I also like the toggle switch that is the gear selector; it’s chunkier and feels more robust than the slim switch in our Corsa. “The digital instrument panel is attached to the top of the steering wheel, so it moves with it. This would work well for us, because my wife is only 5ft tall and finds it difficult to find a good steering wheel position that doesn’t obscure the instruments.
“The driver’s seat also has plenty of adjustment so both my wife and I should be able to find good driving positions. The seat is comfier and better padded than those in many small cars, and the flat bottom on the steering wheel is a sensible design feature, because it means you’re less likely to knock your legs on it getting in and out.
“My only criticism is that the boot isn’t as long as our Corsa’s. Although it’s deeper, I’m not sure it would be as practical.”For all the latest reviews, advice and new car deals, sign up to the What Car? newsletter