The TOYOTA AVENSIS (1997-03) 5DR LIFTBACK 2.0 GLS is a five-door family car from the late 1990s, combining the everyday practicality of a hatchback with a more spacious, saloon-like feel. In the UK market it sat among mainstream family choices such as the Ford Mondeo, Vauxhall Vectra and Nissan Primera, rather than being a small city car or premium model. The liftback body makes loading shopping, luggage and family belongings easier, while the 2.0-litre GLS is best suited to drivers wanting a comfortable, straightforward car for commuting, longer journeys and family duties. Its appeal is useful space and simple, familiar controls, backed by Toyota’s reputation for dependable everyday motoring; age and condition matter greatly now. mycarcheck.com checks for this Avensis are limited to two, so treat the snapshot cautiously: average recorded mileage is 142,000, annual mileage 7,000, three keepers and a £300 average private-sale valuation. Check its history and condition carefully.