Car Statistics: Toyota - Aygo Series 05 (4 stars)

Styling (4 stars)

The Aygo's well-defined front end and sculpted sides give it plenty of character.

Handling (3 stars)

Composed and competent, but not much fun to drive rapidly thanks to limited grip and lots of body roll.

Comfort (4 stars)

A good driving position and comfortable chassis settings make the Aygo an agreeable companion for both short and long journeys.

Quality (3 stars)

The cabin materials look cheap but durable construction feels up to family use.

Performance (3 stars)

Considering its tiny 1.0 litre three cylinder petrol engine, the Aygo performs impressively - decent acceleration and reasonably quiet cruising.

Roominess (3 stars)

Good for front seat occupants, although there's limited room in the back and the boot is tiny. Lack of remote release for the tailgate is irritating, too.

Costs (5 stars)

Long service intervals, group 1 insurance and outstanding economy mean the Aygo is pretty much the cheapest new car in Britain to run.

Value (3 stars)

Competitive pricing on basic versions masks near-total lack of equipment - with pricier models competing with full-sized superminis.

Stereo (3 stars)

Stereo offers decent sound quality and the auxiliary input socket is a neat idea, allowing you to plug in an iPod or similar player. Optional satnav is a very basic system.