Tag: Toyota
Should you buy the new Toyota Aygo X Hybrid, or save money on an older petrol one?
The Toyota Aygo X has changed in the UK. Here is when the new hybrid is worth the extra money, when a cheaper used petrol car still makes sense, and the checks to make before you buy either.
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Used Toyota or Lexus hybrid on the shortlist? Check the battery cover, not just the fuel economy
A used Toyota or Lexus hybrid can be a smart UK buy, but the fuel economy is only half the story. Here is how to check the hybrid battery cover, health-check paperwork and service history before you agree a price.
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6 small automatic cars older UK drivers should shortlist in 2026
The best small automatic cars for older drivers in the UK, from the Honda Jazz to the Skoda Kamiq, with the comfort, access and gearbox points that matter.
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Used Toyota C-HR checklist: the hybrid checks and costly mistakes to know before you buy
Shopping for a used Toyota C-HR? Here are the common trouble spots, the best engines to target and the checks that matter before you hand over your money.
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Used Toyota Yaris buyer’s guide: the faults that matter before you buy
Buying a used Toyota Yaris in the UK? Here are the common faults, hybrid checks, warranty points and model choices worth knowing before you buy.
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The EV grant list is finally getting interesting — and the £37,000 rule is not what it seems
The latest Electric Car Grant list is expanding into more interesting territory, but the really useful detail is buried in the pricing rules rather than the headline discount.
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Toyota Yaris exhaust emissions fail: what usually causes high MOT readings
Worried your Toyota Yaris could fail its MOT emissions test? Here’s what the MOT actually checks, why ‘CO2 fail’ is often the wrong phrase, and what to inspect first.
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Which family cars are best for motorway driving in the UK? 5 relaxed long-distance picks
These 5 family cars suit UK motorway miles best, with the comfort, refinement, safety tech and luggage space that matter on long trips.
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Used estate cars for family trips: 7 UK picks that still beat many SUVs
Looking for the best used estates for family trips in the UK? These seven picks stand out for boot space, rear-seat comfort, motorway manners and sensible running costs.
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Toyota Yaris headlight aim MOT fail: what to check before test day
A Toyota Yaris can fail its MOT on headlight aim if the dipped beam points too high, too low or produces the wrong beam image. Here is what to check before the retest.
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Best used hybrid SUVs under £15,000 in the UK: 5 smart buys for 2026
The best used hybrid SUVs under £15,000 in the UK include the Toyota C-HR, Kia Niro, Renault Captur E-Tech, Toyota Yaris Cross and Lexus NX 300h.
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Best used small automatic cars under £10,000 in the UK
The best used small automatic cars under £10,000 in the UK are usually a Toyota Yaris, Honda Jazz, Hyundai i10 or Kia Picanto, with the Polo, Fabia, Swift and Clio also worth a look if you buy carefully.
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