Toyota Aygo x-play, test drive (equipment, price, final verdict)

We close the test of the Toyota Aygo that has accompanied us these past few days with a review of its equipment and price within its segment.

If you wish, you can read the article in which we analyze its dynamic behavior, as well as our impressions of its interior and exterior design.

Equipment

In our country the Aygo is sold with three trim levels: “X-Play”, “X-Cite” and “X-Clusiv”. However, even with the x-play trim we find a comprehensive standard equipment list, with practically nothing missing for a city car.

In terms of safety, the Aygo offers ABS+EBD+BA, stability and traction control (VSC+TRC), tyre pressure monitoring (TPWS) and front and side airbags for the front seats.

The list also includes hill start assist (HAC), ISOFIX anchor points, air conditioning, a rear view camera, LED daytime running lights, front electric windows, the x-touch multimedia system with a 7″ touchscreen and Bluetooth connectivity, as well as a leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel.

However, despite the comprehensive equipment, it is true that there are some items missing from the list which, although not essential, are increasingly fitted to vehicles in every segment. For example, keyless push-button start, the Start&Stop system, cruise control and both light and rain sensors.

As for options, our test unit was well equipped with the x-mask pack, consisting of a front bumper with an “X” design, A-pillar trim and rear bumper trim painted white; the in-touch pack, which includes the air vents and gear lever surround in red; the in-touch Plus pack, with the dashboard and centre console in metallic black; the x-nav satnav, polished matt white alloy wheels and x-red paint.

Price

The Aygo can be purchased in our country from €9,550 for an Aygo “X-Play”. The “X-Cite” and “X-Clusiv” versions start at €10,850. Our test unit, in the configuration described, costs €11,400 including current promotions.

This amount is lower than that of comparable models in its segment such as the Peugeot 108, though higher than others such as the Mitsubishi Space Star or the VW up!. Comparing equipment, there are again differences: the Mitsubishi, for example, is better equipped, while the VW up! has a more limited specification.

Still within the brand, a Toyota Yaris starts at around €10,500, a difference of barely €700 between the two models. Whether it is worth stepping up or it is more sensible to stay with the “little one” from Toyota depends on personal needs.

Final verdict

We reach the end of the Toyota Aygo test with several key points: the car has improved substantially in this second generation, with a more mature and attractive design and a notable leap in interior quality.

Equipment is another strong point, as the list of available options expands considerably. The driving experience has not changed much, but it has improved, even though the engine remains the same. This is especially recommended for buyers who will mainly use it in the city, where it handles with total ease.

Photography | Daniel Valdivielso