Toyota has solved an almost impossible equation of size, room, functionality and safety in the iQ, a niche Premium city car. It has done so by cleverly engineering tricks in transmission, steering and interior, with thin seat backs and a non-existent dashboard/glovebox in the front occupant side… and a record number of airbags. In theory, four people –or three and a half- can fit in the cabin, but then cargo area is nil. Looks are dictated by function, ant the iQ seems unusually wide for the size, with an overall length below 3 metre. Manoevrability is excellent, roadholding less so. If anything, engine performance exceeds the vehicle’s needs.