Toyota boasts the Corolla is the best-selling vehicle line of all time, though it's changed a bit over the years.

What it's never stopped being, however, is a sensible, reliable and well-built small car. The latest generation Toyota Corolla offers more dynamic sparkle than previous models, while the available hybrid provides a significant increase in fuel economy for not much more money.

The Corolla hatch's styling is a bit more adventurous than usual for a Corolla which does impact practicality. The more conservatively-styled sedan, in contrast, offers considerably more boot space. Both are offered in three trim levels with a choice of hybrid 1.8-litre and naturally-aspirated 2.0-litre four-cylinder engines.