The TOYOTA AURIS (2007-13) 5DR HATCHBACK 2.2 D-4D 177 SR180 is a five-door family hatchback competing with the Ford Focus, Volkswagen Golf and Vauxhall Astra. Its 2.2-litre diesel and SR180 badge make it a notably powerful, sporty Auris, blending everyday practicality with extra pace. mycarcheck.com records 543 checks across 235 distinct VINs, a useful sample for this relatively uncommon performance-focused diesel. Checked examples average 105,000 miles and 6,000 miles annually, while the average private-sale valuation is £2,700. The cars average about 4.4 previous keepers, so checking each vehicle’s history is worthwhile. The Auris suits commuters and small families wanting a roomy, easy-to-live-with hatchback, especially drivers who value strong overtaking ability for longer journeys. Compared with mainstream petrol hatchbacks, this SR180 feels brisker and more distinctive, though its age and diesel engine make condition and service history important checks. It is a niche used Toyota, not simply a standard family Auris.