The DAEWOO MATIZ (1998-05) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.0 SE+ is a small five-door city car for affordable everyday motoring. In the UK used market, it competes with budget runabouts such as the Fiat Seicento and Hyundai Atos, offering compact dimensions and easy parking for town streets. It suits short local trips. Mycarcheck.com records 124 look-ups across 85 different VINs. The data gives an average private-sale value of £600, average recorded mileage of 57,000 miles and annual use of 4,000 miles. Cars checked had almost five previous keepers on average, making a careful history and condition check worthwhile before buying any example. The five-door layout and cheerful styling suit first-time drivers, commuters and anyone seeking an inexpensive second car. The Matiz is still easy to place in town, and its modest engine suits local running. It is less roomy and refined than larger hatchbacks, but its low-cost, friendly character remains its appeal.