The TOYOTA COROLLA (2002-07) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.6 VVTI COLOUR COLLECTION AUTO is a compact, three-door family hatchback from Toyota’s Corolla range. It suits drivers wanting a straightforward everyday car rather than an SUV, with a petrol engine and automatic gearbox offering an easier, relaxed option for town traffic and commuting. The Colour Collection trim gives this Corolla extra personality, while its compact size and hatchback layout make it useful for shopping, commuting and passengers. It is best suited to singles, couples or households who value dependable transport; the three-door body is less convenient for rear-seat access than a five-door rival. Mycarcheck.com has 102 look-ups across 47 different VINs, a useful sample; these show an average private-sale value of £1,500 and mileage of 74,000, with 4,000 miles added yearly and just over three previous keepers. Against the Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra, the Corolla is known for sensible ownership and reassuring reliability.