# Toyota Verso-S — Used Car Buying Guide

AutoScout's analysis of the Toyota Verso-S on the UK used-car market. Backed by 33 million DVSA MOT tests, current AutoTrader pricing, and depreciation curves derived from CAP/Glass's Guide data.

Live interactive report: https://autoscout.fyi/cars/toyota-verso-s

## Verdict

- **Best value year**: 2015
- **Ideal trim**: Icon
- **Target mileage**: 60,000–80,000 miles
- **Max previous owners**: 3
- **Target price**: £6,250

## Why this model

The Toyota Verso-S is a fantastic choice if you're looking for a super practical, incredibly reliable, and economical small MPV. It's essentially a stretched Yaris, offering surprising interior space and flexibility for its compact footprint. It's cheap to run, easy to drive, and Toyotas are known for just keeping going and going, making it a sensible used buy.

## What you should pay

Prices for the Verso-S have largely stabilised due to its age and reputation for reliability. You're looking at a car that's already taken its biggest depreciation hit, so what you pay now should hold its value relatively well for a few more years. It's a budget-friendly option that offers a lot of car for the money compared to newer, smaller hatchbacks.

## Which trim to buy

The Icon trim hits a sweet spot. It adds some nice-to-have features like alloy wheels, a touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth, and a reversing camera over the basic T2, without pushing the price up too much. It feels a bit more modern and comfortable without sacrificing the core practicality and economy.

## What to check before you buy

- Age-related wear on suspension components (bushes, shock absorbers)
- Exhaust system corrosion (check for rust)
- Air conditioning system efficiency (may need re-gassing on older models)
- Minor interior rattles

## Running costs

Running costs are low. The 1.33-litre petrol engine is very fuel-efficient, typically achieving 50-55 mpg in mixed driving, which at current UK petrol prices (around £1.45/litre or £6.60/gallon) works out to about 12-13 pence per mile. Road tax (VED) for models registered before April 2017 would typically be in the £30-£135/year range, depending on the exact CO2 emissions. Insurance is generally group 8-12, making it affordable for most drivers.

## Key stats

- **Fuel Type**: Petrol
- **Horsepower**: 98 bhp
- **Mpg**: 51-54 mpg
- **Reliability Score**: Excellent
- **Safety Rating**: 5-star Euro NCAP (2010, good for its time)

## Trim comparison

| Trim | Price new | Price used | Key features |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| T2 | £14,500 | £5,000 | 15-inch steel wheels; Manual air conditioning; Electric front windows |
| Icon | £15,500 | £6,250 | 16-inch alloy wheels; Touchscreen infotainment system; Bluetooth connectivity |
| T Spirit | £16,500 | £7,000 | Automatic climate control; Keyless entry and start; Panoramic glass roof (optional) |

## Depreciation forecast

| Year | Estimated value | Retention |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2026 | £6,250 | 100% |
| 2027 | £5,900 | 94.4% |
| 2028 | £5,500 | 88% |
| 2029 | £5,100 | 81.6% |
| 2030 | £4,700 | 75.2% |

You're buying the Verso-S well past its steepest depreciation curve. It's now in a phase where it loses value much more slowly, mainly due to age and mileage rather than initial market value drops. This means you'll likely retain a good percentage of your purchase price when you come to sell it in a few years, making it a smart financial move.

Total value lost since new: 25%.

## Alternatives to consider

- [Honda Jazz](https://autoscout.fyi/cars/honda-jazz.md)
- [Nissan Note](https://autoscout.fyi/cars/nissan-note.md)
- [Kia Venga](https://autoscout.fyi/cars/kia-venga.md)

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Source: AutoScout (https://autoscout.fyi). Part of a review of the UK used-car market across 500+ models.