The SKODA RAPID (2012-17) 5DR SPACEBACK 1.4 TDI DPF SS 90 EU6 S is a compact five-door hatchback, sitting between a city car and a larger family hatch. Its practical shape and roomy cabin make it a sensible choice for buyers wanting useful space without a bulky car. In mycarcheck.com data, this version attracted 199 look-ups covering 76 different VINs, a useful sample of shopper interest. The average private-sale valuation was £6,400, with average recorded mileage of 68,000 miles and annual mileage of 12,000. Cars had around two previous keepers on average. These figures describe vehicles checked, rather than guaranteeing the price or condition of any one car. Its 90hp diesel suits economical daily driving, commuters, small families and first-time buyers. Against rivals such as the Ford Focus, it is less sporty but offers practical space and easy-going manners, making the Rapid a sensible used-car all-rounder for many buyers today.