Toyota Avensis Saloon (09 on) - Review

Review Date: 20 January 2009
Last Updated: 21 February 2011
4 out of 5

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Upmarket looks and feel, impressive refinement, high comfort levels, low-emission diesel

Struggles to shake off 'worthy-but-dull' image of previous Avensis, uninspiring to drive

Toyota's Avensis has struggled to stand out in a highly competitive market of large family cars. As people downsize into smaller cars, models such as the Avensis, along with favourites like the Ford Mondeo, have been forced to move upmarket. As a result they're better value alternatives to premium-badge cars like the BMW 3-Series and Audi A4. For the 2009 model, Toyota has dropped the hatchback version of the Avensis, perhaps in line with this loftier image (Volkswagen doesn't offer a Passat hatchback, nor Honda an Accord hatch). The Avensis looks rather more elegant than its predecessors and the interior quality is as good as any other in this class. Other notable highlights include impressively low carbon dioxide emissions from the 2.0-litre diesel and excellent overall refinement. There are few thrills to be had though.

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Used Toyota Avensis Saloon (09 on) 2.0 VVT-i T4 CVT 4d Auto

Toyota Avensis Saloon (09 on)
5 out of 5

 parking sensor, climate control  

john starson