TOYOTA Auris Hybrid 1.8 VVT-i Icon CVT Add to compare

Sales of Toyota and Lexus hybrids have passed more than 200,000 in the UK over the last 15 years, but while the Auris delivers a relaxing drive it doesn't move the hybrid game on and at times the lack of acceleration is frustrating in today's busy traffic conditions. Reliability should not be an issue though as Toyota says 95 per cent of its hybrids are still running. Like most, the Auris Hybrid makes most financial sense as a company car because of low benefit-in-kind tax. Cabin refresh is a big improvement and makes the car a more pleasant space in which to spend time.

Review by Russell Bray