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Toyota Aygo X

(2022 - present)

Expert Rating

New car score:

70
%
B

Used car score:

76
%
A

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

54
%
E

Safety Rating:

79
%
B

Eco Rating:

72
%
A

Reliability Rating:

-

Running Costs:

83
%
A

How are our Expert Rating scores calculated?

Expert Rating

New car score:

70
%
B

Used car score:

76
%
A

Expert Rating report card

Media Rating:

54
%
E

Safety Rating:

79
%
B

Eco Rating:

72
%
A

Reliability Rating:

-

Running Costs:

83
%
A

Summary


First arriving on UK roads in Spring 2022, the Toyota Aygo X (pronounced ‘Aygo Cross’) is a crossover city car that challenges compact supermini rivals like the Fiat 500 and Hyundai i10.

The Aygo X will soon become the cheapest model in the Toyota line-up, as soon as the Japanese manufacturer sells the last of its Aygo models, which are no longer in production. The Aygo X is both longer and wider than the out-going Aygo, as the Aygo X is built on the same platform as bigger Toyota models like the Yaris and Yaris Cross.

“It’s clear the underpinnings from the Toyota Yaris have made the Aygo X a more mature car to drive all-round”, Carbuyer comments, adding that the Aygo X is more comfortable on the road than its predecessor, while Parkers explains that its slightly larger frame makes it “deceptively roomy” by city car standards.

That said, Parkers and several other publications comment that it is a tight squeeze for adult passengers sitting in the rear seats, and that the Aygo X’s small 71hp engine can feel out of its depth on a steep incline or when accelerating. As well as there only being one petrol engine on offer, Heycar are also surprised that the Aygo X is not offered as a hybrid or electric car, especially considering Toyota’s wide range of electrified models.

However, Heycar explains that the Toyota Aygo X’s petrol-only powertrain makes it a very affordable proposition, which undercuts electrified rivals like the Fiat 500 Electric by several thousand pounds. The majority of reviewers also state their enthusiasm for the Aygo X’s raised ride height and SUV-style bumper cladding, but there are more practical options available for around the same price tag.

As of January 2025, the Toyota Aygo X holds a New Car Expert Rating of B, with a score of 70%. It scores top marks for its low running costs and CO2 emissions, while its safety rating is also good for such a small car. However, its media review scores have been poor.

Aygo X highlights

  • A well-equipped value-for-money package
  • Smoother ride than the Aygo
  • Low running costs
  • Decent amount of safety features for a city car
  • Ten-year warranty

Aygo X lowlights

  • Underpowered engine struggles at higher speeds
  • Cramped rear seats
  • Limited rear visibility
  • Top-spec models seem expensive
  • No plug-in hybrid or all-electric models

Key specifications


Body style: Compact city car
Engines: petrol
Price: From £16,140 on-road

Launched: Spring 2022
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA


Media reviews


Highlighted reviews and road tests from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.

The Car Expert

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Auto Express

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Auto Trader

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Car

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Car Keys

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Carbuyer

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Heycar

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Honest John

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Parkers

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The Scotsman

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The Sun

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The Telegraph

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Top Gear

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Safety rating


Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

Overall score: 4 stars
Date tested: July 2022
Read the full Euro NCAP review

Adult protection: 78%
Child protection: 78%
Vulnerable road users: 74%
Safety assist: 81%

Euro NCAP crash tested the Toyota Aygo X in Summer 2022, and was awarded a four-star rating – a good rating for a city car of this size. Most notable is its high safety assistance technology score, indicating that the Aygo X is more capable than avoiding accidents than some far larger and more expensive cars.

Eco rating


Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

No eco rating

As of January 2025, the Toyota Aygo X has not been lab tested by Green NCAP. This is a new initiative, launched in 2018 as a sister organisation to Euro NCAP.

Reliability rating


Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy

No reliability rating

As of January 2025, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Toyota Aygo X to generate a reliability rating.

The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively for us using extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy. As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Aygo X, we’ll publish the score here.

Running cost rating


Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data

Fuel consumptionAverageScoreVariationScore
Petrol models55 mpgB55 – 58 mpgB – B
CO₂ outputAverageScoreVariationScore
Petrol models112 g/kmA109 – 114 g/kmA – A
Insurance groupAverageScoreVariationScore
All models6A5 – 7A – A
Service and maintenanceCostScore
Year 1£165A
Year 2£466A
Year 3£744A
Year 4£923A
Year 5£1,218A
Overall£3,516A

The Toyota Aygo X is an exceptionally cheap car to run in pretty much every way. Its fuel consumption is very good, with a ‘B’ score, and that’s the worst result here. Road tax (which is based on CO2 emissions), insurance and servicing are all excellent.

There are fewer new cars on the road that will cost you less to own than a Aygo X, regardless of which version you choose.

Awards


Trophies, prizes and awards that the Toyota Aygo X has received

2023

  • UK Car of the Year Awards – Best City Car

2022

  • News UK Motor Awards – Best City/Small Car

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The Toyota Aygo X is a stylish and well-equipped city car, but journalists agree that the lack of electrification across the range is a shame.Toyota Aygo X