The CHEVROLET MATIZ (2005-10) 5DR HATCHBACK 0.8 SE AUTO4 is a small five-door city car aimed at affordable everyday motoring. Its compact shape and automatic gearbox suit town streets, tight parking and drivers who prefer an automatic for everyday local journeys, with less hassle in stop-start traffic and limited space. Across 817 mycarcheck.com look-ups covering 403 different VINs, the average recorded mileage is 57,000 miles, with around 6,000 miles added annually. The average private-sale valuation is £500, and cars have had about four previous keepers. These figures offer a useful snapshot, though each car’s condition and history will vary between examples. Against rivals such as the Hyundai Atos and Kia Picanto, it stands out mainly for its easy-to-use automatic in a small package; expect modest performance, not motorway pace. It suits first-time drivers, singles or couples seeking a simple town runabout, but check service records, rust and gearbox operation before buying.