Toyota’s Auris has a new flagship model, the 2.2 D-4D 175bhp SR180, priced from £17,995 OTR.

It features lowered suspension, rear spoiler, dark-tinted rear privacy glass and five-spoke 17-inch alloys.

The 2.2-litre diesel engine is mated to a six-speed manual transmission and pushes the car from 0-62mph in 8.1 seconds, while returning a manufacturer claimed 45.6mpg.

Standard specification includes automatic dual-zone air conditioning, dusk-sensing headlamps, rain-sensing wipers and cruise control.

The new model is on sale now with three and five-door versions available, priced respectively £17,995 and £18,495 on-the-road.