The CHEVROLET MATIZ (2005-10) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.0 SE is a small five-door city car built for everyday motoring rather than long-distance luxury. In the UK used-car market, it is an affordable alternative to the Kia Picanto or Hyundai Getz, with compact dimensions that help make parking and narrow streets easier. mycarcheck.com has recorded 450 checks across 267 distinct VINs, a useful sample of interest in this ageing model. Those records show an average private-sale valuation of £600 and average recorded mileage of 55,000 miles; average annual mileage is just 4,000, while cars have had around 3.3 previous keepers on average. The Matiz’s character makes it a sensible choice for first-time drivers, commuters and households wanting an inexpensive second car. Its tall cabin and five doors add everyday practicality, though it is less refined and spacious than larger hatchbacks. Consider condition and service history carefully when viewing an older city car.