Toyota Avensis Saloon 1.8 VVT-i T3-X 4d (2003/03) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Lot of car for your money.
Costs
Great fuel economy don't have any service cost experience yet...
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On the road
Driving
Not much power in the 1.8 engine. But this isn't a sports car so it will do. Steering was quite spongy at firs, took time to get used to.
Performance
Not a performance car, great on fuel consumption, very sluggish though, I had a 2.5 v6 cougar before this one and it took some time adjusting to the lack of power.
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Living with it
Reliability
Squeaky breaks and also had front lights replaced under warranty due to condensation. Engine reliability so far has been great though, although I must say it does not like the cold mornings...
Image
Not the kind of car you'd by for image purpose. This is a good cheapish reliable family car, if you want image then this isn't the one.
Comfort
Most comfortable car I have driven.
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Security and Service
Security
Not been nicked yet and don't think it will. Standard security comes with audible alarm deadlocks and immobiliser...plus which kid would want to nick it, it would not do their street cred any good...
Service
Octagon in Reading are great, they offer pick up and delivery service and are very friendly, cant knock them (YET).
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Squeaky front breaks - replaced pads under warranty. Also front lights replaced under warranty due to condensation.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes