Toyota Carina E Hatchback 2.0 CDX 5d (1996/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Recent depreciation hurts, but the car doesn't owe me a penny!
Costs
After 88,000 miles, nothing and I mean nothing has gone wrong with this car!
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On the road
Driving
Bodyroll unpleasant - poor driver seat design for anyone 6-foot and over. Steering column lacking reach adjustment is the main problem. Does everything I've asked of it in all other respects.
Performance
Perfectly adequate, but uninspiring! Fuel economy good if driven sensibly!
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Living with it
Reliability
Simply astonishing!
Image
Never likely to set anyone's pulse racing - 14" rims were always too small for the wheel arches. 16" transforms the appearance significantly!
Comfort
Fine if you're not 6' and not in the driving seat.
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Security and Service
Security
No problems - reliable locking. Always find it where I left it.
Service
No complaints. Toyota servicing and personel have always been helpful and diligent.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Silly bumper headlamp washer units susceptable to damage from careless reverse parking by others.
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