Toyota Avensis Tourer (09 on) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on 20 January 2009

Last Updated: 21 February 2011

The Tourer is expected to be the more popular model in the line-up of the third-generation Avensis. There's no hatchback so anyone needing the versatility of a rear hatch will need to opt for the estate. It has all the appearance of a top quality product both inside and out, and ticks all the right boxes for anyone who chooses their cars rationally over emotionally. There's little here for people who enjoy driving their cars on twisty roads, but the Avensis Tourer is supremely comfortable, spacious and refined - which is more than enough to make it an appealing estate car. Toyota's superb reputation for reliability and customer service make it even more convincing when compared to the alternatives.

4 out of 5

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3.5 out of 5

Buying new

It's usually quite difficult to get much of a discount from Toyota main dealers unless a car is about to be replaced by a new model, and cars like the Avensis rarely turn up at car supermarkets. Comparing like-for-like with similar cars, the Avensis appears good value, although a bigger discount is likely on models like the Ford Mondeo and Vauxhall Insignia, so there would probably be little to choose in terms of how much cash you hand over to the dealer. The TR and T4 specification offer excellent levels of equipment for the money.

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4 out of 5

Buying used

Diesel versions will be more expensive on the used market, but don't overlook the excellent 1.8-litre petrol. It is very economical for a 145bhp engine and has low emissions.