The TOYOTA YARIS (2014-17) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.5 VVT-H 101 EU6 EXCEL TSS SNAV E-CVT AUTO is a compact five-door hybrid city car, designed for easy everyday driving rather than carrying a large family’s full holiday luggage. In the UK, the Yaris is a familiar alternative to the Ford Fiesta, Honda Jazz and Volkswagen Polo, with Toyota’s reputation for dependable, practical small cars. Its petrol-electric system and automatic transmission suit stop-start traffic and make commuting, errands and urban parking straightforward; it can also handle regular motorway journeys. The Excel trim adds useful comfort and convenience, while Toyota Safety Sense, navigation and five-door access make this particularly well-equipped for a small hatchback. It should appeal to commuters, couples and first-time buyers wanting an easy-to-drive car, as well as small families prioritising low running costs and reliability. mycarcheck.com records 173 checks across 71 VINs; examples typically average 41,000 miles and £10,900 private-sale value.