Other Toyota Avensis (2009 - 2018) models:

  • Summary

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Typical Toyota customer who likes a quality car.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    They all comment on the noise of the brakes. Neighbours are very impressed.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    No. It is not as reliable as previous Avensis models.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    BMW

  • Buying experience

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    September 2009

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes. I think so.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Previous Toyota owner and extra £1000 trade in for staying with Toyota

    What was the dealer like?

    Not very good. I had to do all the chasing to find out when car would be ready. I had parking sensors fitted and they made a mess of it. This caused further delay before I took delivery.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    sure footed

    What's it like to park?

    difficult without parking sensors

  • Living with it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    after 13 weeks, brakes grinding or scraping. Brake pad and discs replaced.ABS Actuator needed replaced.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Space

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    CVT auto gearbox