The SEAT IBIZA (2006-09) 3DR HATCHBACK 1.8T 20V 180 CUPRA is a small, three-door supermini with a sporty character, sitting among the UK’s affordable used hot hatches. Its 1.8-litre turbo engine gives brisk performance in a compact car, making it a livelier alternative to ordinary Ibiza hatchbacks and a rival in spirit to the Ford Fiesta ST, Renault Clio Renaultsport and Volkswagen Polo GTI. Mycarcheck.com recorded 101 look-ups covering 39 different VINs, a useful sample for this model. In those checks, average private-sale valuation was £1,900, average recorded mileage 101,000, and typical annual mileage 4,000. The cars had averaged around five and a half previous keepers, so condition and history deserve close attention. It suits commuters and weekend drivers seeking performance in a compact car, particularly singles or couples. The three-door cabin limits family practicality; against newer hot hatches, its punchy character and affordable used-car appeal remain appealing to enthusiasts.