The VAUXHALL ADAM (2012-20) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.4 16V ECOFLEX SS 100 EU5 SLAM is a stylish three-door city car, sitting in the UK’s small-hatchback market alongside the Fiat 500 and MINI. Its compact size suits crowded streets, while distinctive styling gives it more personality than many ordinary runabouts. The 1.4-litre petrol engine is a sensible choice for commuting, errands and occasional longer journeys, and the ADAM’s nimble feel makes parking and urban driving easy. The Slam version adds sporty-looking details and a well-equipped feel. It is best for singles, couples or first-time buyers; rear-seat and boot space are limited for family duties. In mycarcheck.com data, 14 checks covered nine distinct cars, so figures are indications rather than a benchmark. Recorded cars averaged £5,500 in private-sale value, 43,000 miles and one previous keeper; average annual mileage was 4,000. These figures can help frame a valuation, but condition and history matter.