Toyota has long had a reputation for producing sensible cars – thanks to a combined focus on safety and reliability.

There’s also a new commitment to electric/hybrid technology, and Toyotas consistently fare well in driver satisfaction surveys. The Prius, Verso, C-HR, and Auris all came within the top 20 in the Driver Power Survey 2018 – beating Japanese rivals Nissan and Honda.

Toyota’s range of small hatchbacks – like the Yaris and Aygo – feed British demand for compact city cars. A growing range of family-friendly crossovers and SUVs satisfy buyers looking for larger vehicles. Budget-conscious buyers may initially have to work hard to find a used Toyota at a low price – but their slow depreciation rate means you’ll win in the long run.