Toyota Avensis Saloon 1997-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Bought at 2 years old low miles ~ £11K

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seems ok so far. MUCH better fuel economy if you don't drive like your pants are on fire!

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Handles well. Traction control a real benefit.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Acceleration nothing special - good on motorways.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Good so far.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Bland anonymous (just what I wanted) - pity about the ugly front//back.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Ok - I don't really like leather seats but there's no other option on CDX model with Sunroof.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Seems good to me.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    I do not trust the Bristol Arriva Toyota garage as far as I can throw them!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Minor rattle on sunroof.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes