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It depends what you're going to use it for but, generally, the highest spec model is generally the best one to buy. If you're looking for something a bit more rough'n'tumble for off-road duties the base model might be the pick, however.

Turn the key while wiggling the steering from left to right.

The best for one person could be completely different for another person. Generally, the highest-specification model will be the best.

The RAV4 range offers 2WD or 4x4, diesel or petrol engines and a range of trim levels. For urban drivers doing short trips a 2WD petrol auto model would be the go, while long-distance tourers who might do a bit of sand or dirt driving would be better off with a diesel 4x4.

As for picking a trim level, that all comes down to budget.

The first things to do would be lower the suspension, fit some aftermarket 18 or 19-inch wheels, tint the windows and try finding a lip spoiler for the front. Of course, you need to have this work done by a qualified professional and check it is legal before starting work.

Now! Toyota has just launched the 12th-generation of the Corolla, with a 5-door hatch on sale now and a four-door sedan reported to be coming soon.

The fifth-generation RAV4 model, coded XA50, has just been launched so it shouldn't have an update for a few years yet.

Lifting the suspension of a Corolla won't help improve how it drives off-road. Toyota already sell a Corolla-sized vehicle with higher ground clearance, called the RAV4. Buying a RAV4 will save you navigating re-engineering the suspension on the Corolla with a factory perfect model.

Toyota recently launched the 12th-generation Corolla as a hatch model. However, when they unveiled the new-gen model at the Geneva Motor Show earlier in the year they confirmed a sedan variant will follow the hatch sometime in 2019.