Toyota Verso (2009 - 2013)
TR 1.6 V-Matic 5dr

100% reliable during my 15 years of ownership

I bought this new in December 2009.
It still drives smoothly without faults and returns 40mpg.
It seats 5 adults comfortably over long distances with plenty of luggage space.
140,000 miles, original clutch and exhaust. Flies through MOT's.
Just needed a few sets of brake disc/pads, 2 rear springs and shocks and a rear anti-roll bar (was rusty).
Main dealer serviced and used premium petrol.
It now doubles as a car camper (the middle 3 and rear 2 seats fold flat into the floor = double bed).

Toyota's Verso may have 'scratchy plastics' (so say the expert reviewers), but on my experience it will easily outlast the posher German brands.

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