Whay hybrid hatchback do you recommend?

I'm looking for a small-medium hybrid (self-charging) hatchback that I can use predominantly for 300 miles round trips once a fortnight. I'm looking for reliability, a strong safety record, efficiency, and ideally a car with minimal depreciation. I was looking at the Toyota Corolla/Auris but any other recommendations would be greatly appreciated. My budget is around £10k.

Asked on 11 June 2025 by Sara Lakhani

Answered by Matt Robinson
The Toyoyta Corolla is a great choice and worth going for over the earlier Toyota Auris, but it'd be a stretch on your budget. Also worth considering is the Toyota Yaris, which is smaller, but still a decent size, and much easier for your budget. For another hybrid option, you could look at the Hyundai Ioniq.
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