The SKODA RAPID (2017-19) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.4 TDI DPF SS 90 EU6 SE DSG AUTO7 is a five-door family hatchback, roomier than a city car yet easier to manage than a large saloon. Its automatic gearbox keeps daily driving simple, while the diesel engine is suited to longer trips. With useful passenger and luggage space, it suits commuters, couples and small families seeking an economical everyday car. SE equipment and the seven-speed automatic bring welcome convenience. Against Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf rivals, the Rapid is best known for value and straightforward, roomy practicality, rather than a premium feel. Mycarcheck.com’s seven look-ups cover four distinct cars, so treat this as a small-sample snapshot. They indicate an average private-sale value of £8,100, average recorded mileage of 73,000 miles and annual mileage of 16,000; the average previous-keeper count was 0.7. This Rapid is worth considering for space, diesel economy and automatic driving.