Should you buy one?

If you’re not too fussed about space, and are more concerned with fuel consumption, then yes, we can happily recommend the Toyota Yaris. We’d suggest going for cars with the 16-inch wheels as they have different suspension settings, which makes the Yaris more comfortable albeit a bit less sporting.

In our extended six-month test, Driver Gareth Evans reported back, ‘Nobody buys cars like this with cash anymore, but admittedly with a list pricing starting with a two it does look rather expensive. However, If you can afford a decently sized deposit on a PCP, I genuinely can’t think of many reasons not to. It’ll do everything you need, and do it cheerfully. I’m really going to miss it, and it’s set the bar incredibly high for the next car on the list.’

What we like

A 10-year/100,000-mile warranty, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connection, and an easy 60mpg+ when driven sensibly add up to a tempting long-term ownership proposition. It’s also surprisingly fun to drive, offering agile handling and punchy performance.

What we don’t like

The Suzuki Swift is better to drive, the Volkswagen Polo is palpably nicer inside and the Skoda Fabia is both of these things while also being more practical.