About

essentially a large, heavy vehicle and although it’s heavily biased towards road use it is also capable of taking to the rough if the need arises.

Wind and road noise are minimal even at higher speeds and although the sound of the diesel engine comes through as the revs rise, it’s never excessive.

Behind the wheel, these cars feel much like a hatchback. The controls are easy, the cabin light and airy and the high driving position excellent.

All models get climate control along with a six-speaker CD player, aux in and USB.

They also have audio remote controls, traction control, alloys, loads of airbags, heated mirrors and excellent column and seat adjustment.

On top of all this, all Toyota’s cars have an excellent reliability record, even many years down the line.

Most available on the secondhand market are likely to be diesels, with their better economy and little loss of performance.

Pay about £10,250 for a ’15 15-reg 2 litre 122bhp Business Edition, or £19,600 for a ’17 17-reg Excel Hybrid.