Toyota Aygo

Andrew Ryan, New & Used Car Sales Manager,

Peugeot Banbury

"In a world where superminis are rapidly morphing into bulked-up crossovers, the Toyota Aygo 1.0 VVT-i X-Play reminds us why compact can still be king - especially if your kingdom includes narrow city streets, urban congestion, and parking bays designed for something the size of a suitcase. The Aygo might be Toyota's smallest offering, but it punches well above its weight in charm. The X-Play trim gives you the Aygo's unmistakable "X" front-end signature styling, body-coloured bumpers and mirrors, and 15-inch wheels that strike a balance between stance and economy. Under the bonnet lies Toyota's tried-and-tested 1.0-litre VVT-i petrol engine, a zesty three-cylinder that produces a modest but eager 72bhp. It's not built to set speed records, but it'll zip happily through traffic and hold its own on the motorway - all while returning over 50mpg with ease. The five-speed manual transmission is light and slick, and the whole package feels tailor-made for darting through town, squeezing into parking spaces, and navigating mini-roundabouts without fuss. The front seats are surprisingly roomy, and while the rear seats are best reserved for shorter journeys or smaller passengers, the 5-door layout makes access easy and keeps the Aygo genuinely practical. The Toyota Aygo X-Play is the perfect solution for drivers who value simplicity, reliability, and charm. It's lightweight, low-cost to run, cheap to insure, and - being a Toyota - likely to run for years without breaking a sweat. If you're looking for a dependable, frugal, and characterful runabout for urban life, the Aygo is a pint-sized hero with a big heart."