The TOYOTA IQ (2009-15) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.0 VVTI 68 EU5 is a tiny city car designed to make busy streets and tight parking less daunting. In the UK it sits among compact urban hatchbacks, but its short body helps it stand out from conventional small cars. mycarcheck.com has recorded 2,567 checks covering 835 distinct VINs, a substantial sample of real-world interest. Its data shows an average private-sale valuation of £1,800, average recorded mileage of 92,000 miles and annual use of 6,000 miles; cars had around three to four previous keepers on average. The 1.0-litre petrol engine and compact footprint suit commuters, first-time drivers and couples wanting an easy-to-manoeuvre runabout, rather than families needing roomy rear seats or luggage space. Against rivals such as the Fiat 500, the iQ is notable for fitting four seats into a small car. It is an economical-feeling choice for urban driving; check the car’s history and condition before buying.