Toyota Avensis Hatchback (2003 - 2008) 1.8 VVT-i T3-X 5d (2004/54) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Typical family man or Taxi driver.

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

Like the boot space and room in the back seats, apart from that it doesn't turn any heads.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Probably not as I have to work it really hard as It's high revving and you have to really push it to make it move at pace.

What are you likely to buy next?

Estate or 4x4.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£3,250

When did you buy the car?

May 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

Yes had optional extras from original specification (parking sensors, mud guards all round, load liner and cargo net) added at no extra cost for paying cash plus £500 off the asking price on the forecourt.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

A family hatchback with Toyota's unrivaled reliability and a huge boot.

What was the dealer like?

Friendly, honest, willing to give a lot for a cash deal.

What's it like to drive?

Not so good around town, country roads, as it's light steering feels like it has a mind of it's own and is terrible in the wet, snow or icy conditions, exceptions are on A roads and Motorways where it cruises along with ease, great in a straight line.

What's it like to park?

Great with parking sensors, not sure how it'd be without them.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Not as yet.

What's most practical about your car?

The boot space (510 liters) is amazing, plenty of room for 4 6 foot plus adults with out feeling cramped.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Has to be the optional parking sensors I'd have got into a few scrapes with out them.