Perodua claims its 1-litre Kenari mini MPV, making a European debut at the show, competes with the best in the world in terms of design sophistication and equipment levels. It costs £5,800.

At the Birmingham motor show Iain Robertson, Perodua UK managing director, said: “The Kenari is a world-class product and offers a real alternative to the established players. It's an addition to the Nippa and offers a second purchase option continuing the Perodua tradition for economy, reliability and value for money in the A-sector.”