Toyota iQ

Funky, modern styling
High-quality interior materials
Impressive level of standard kit

Toyota iQ Hatchback (2008 - )

The Toyota iQ is a freshly styled and uniquely packaged city car that's distinctly cool. However, it's not the best car to drive and the high list prices are off-putting – especially when cheaper cars are more talented.

Our verdict

Is the Toyota iQ a good car?

How we rated this car out of 5 on the following

Toyota iQ interior

Space, materials, boot size and comfort.

Toyota iQ performance

Power, handling, fuel and range.

Toyota iQ how good does it look

Toyota iQ practicality

Toyota iQ drive

Toyota iQ reliability

Toyota iQ equipment

Our expert review

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Area of interest:

Toyota is marketing the iQ as a premium product, which is reflected inside the cabin. Attractive, high-quality materials adorn the dashboard and interior trim, including leather trim on the gear lever and steering wheel. As with the exterior, the interior can also be personalised with options such as custom leather trim, carpet mats and chrome sill guards. The cabin is wider and taller than you might expect, so it really does feel roomy, and the driving position is improved by every model having a height-adjustable driver’s seat. However, things would be better if the wheel adjusted for reach as well as height.