Toyota Corolla Hatchback 2.0 D-4D T Spirit (109ps) 5d (2002/51) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
You get what you pay for.
Costs
Actually needs service every 10k miles. Fuel consumption is higher than many equivalent other makes. Mine has averaged about 54mpg (mainly long distance at 60mph).
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On the road
Driving
Drives well and is fun to drive. Handles very well at high speed.
Performance
Excellent on the motorway. Nice and torqey. Could do with higher/sixth gear though.
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Living with it
Reliability
Too new to tell (everything works). See comments in Other (I expected better considering Toyota's reputation).
Image
Generally good modern styling. Rear looks less good.
Comfort
Nice and quiet. Steering should be adjustable for reach and seat for tilt as well. Probably suits shorter drivers best. Optitron instruments are superb.
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Security and Service
Security
Lacks standard alarm. Otherwise it seems secure as any.
Service
Excellent. My dealer has helped in every way sorting niggling problems.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Rattles from various places (boot trim, door trim, dash and front bumper). Door seal replaced. FullColour sat nav unit replaced. Safety belt replaced. (My car may not be representative as it was probably one of the first off the production line).
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