The TOYOTA PRIUS (2009-12) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.8 VVT-H SS 136 EU5 T3 CVT AUTO is a practical family hatchback, best known in the UK for bringing petrol-electric hybrid motoring to the mainstream. Its roomy cabin and boot make it more versatile than a small city car, while its automatic transmission helps make driving straightforward. mycarcheck.com checks show strong interest, with 4,436 look-ups covering 1,545 different cars. Across those records, the average private-sale valuation is £3,300, while average recorded mileage is 202,000 miles and annual mileage 15,000. Cars checked had about 4.6 previous keepers on average, so condition, service history and battery performance deserve careful attention when viewing. The Prius suits commuters, taxi drivers and families seeking lower fuel use around town and on longer journeys. Unlike conventional hatchbacks such as the Ford Focus, its hybrid system is distinctive and economical, though acceleration is relaxed. It remains a sensible used automatic choice.