The DAIHATSU CHARADE (2003-06) is a small five-door hatchback, aimed at affordable, straightforward motoring rather than space or sporty performance. In the UK used-car market, it sits among budget city cars and superminis, offering a compact choice for town streets, tight parking, everyday errands and short commutes locally. It’s best suited to first-time drivers, commuters and households seeking transport when a modest purchase price matters. Compared with rivals such as the Ford Fiesta and Vauxhall Corsa, the Charade is a less common alternative. Its compact size makes driving and parking easy, but check condition and service history carefully. mycarcheck.com records 385 look-ups covering 207 distinct VINs, a useful snapshot of interest in surviving examples. Checks show an average private-sale value of £700 and recorded mileage of 74,000 miles; annual mileage averages 4,000. With around four previous keepers on average, compare each car’s history, mileage and condition closely before buying.