Toyota Aygo X (Generation I - AB70) The Toyota Aygo X (pronounced "Aygo Cross") marks a significant departure from its predecessors. Following the end of the joint venture with Peugeot and Citroën, Toyota developed the Aygo X entirely in-house. It is built on a shortened version of the highly acclaimed TNGA-B platform, which it shares with the Yaris and Yaris Cross. Positioned as an A-segment "micro-crossover," it features raised ground clearance, large alloy wheels (up to 18 inches), and rugged plastic cladding to appeal to modern urban buyers. While it boasts excellent chassis dynamics, top-tier safety equipment (Toyota Safety Sense comes standard), and a modern infotainment system, it remains a strict city car. Rear passenger space is notably cramped, and it relies on a single, modest,
The Toyota Aygo X is a triumph of pragmatic engineering. By resisting the urge to fit complex mild-hybrid systems or downsized turbochargers, Toyota has created a virtually indestructible city car. The 1.0L 3-cylinder engine is an automotive cockroach—it will survive anything. While it is undeniably slow and the rear seats are best reserved for shopping bags or small children, it excels exactly where it is designed to: the urban jungle. The addition of the S-CVT makes it a fantastic daily commuter, and the TNGA-B platform gives it a ride quality that punches above its weight class. Buying Advice: Buy with absolute confidence. Opt for the S-CVT if you face heavy daily traffic. Ensure the 2022 shock absorber recall has been completed if buying an early used model.