Toyota Corolla Verso (04-09) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 23 February 2011
There are more people carriers to choose from than ever before but as well as practicality and space - style is now a key requirement for many buyers. That may explain why the first Corolla Verso was only sold for two years before being replaced. The original model looked bulky, didn't drive well and lacked the practicality of rivals. Thankfully its replacement was a much better offering with a well appointed cabin, stylish looks and clever seven-seat flexibility. The third row of seats is a little cramped and difficult to access but the Corolla Verso is comfortable on the move and feels refined and well built.
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Great interior flexibility and space, well built cabin, neat styling

Small boot with all seats in place, third row is cramped and tricky to access

There are more people carriers to choose from than ever before but as well as practicality and space - style is now a key requirement for many buyers. That may explain why the first Corolla Verso was only sold for two years before being replaced. The original model looked bulky, didn't drive well and lacked the practicality of rivals. Thankfully its replacement was a much better offering with a well appointed cabin, stylish looks and clever seven-seat flexibility. The third row of seats is a little cramped and difficult to access but the Corolla Verso is comfortable on the move and feels refined and well built.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    3.5 out of 5

    "There are five different engine choices in the Verso line-up - two petrols and three diesels. The..."

  • Handling

    4 out of 5

    "Despite its name the Verso doesn’t share it’s platform with the Corolla hatchback – instead it sits..."

Comfort

  • Comfort

    4 out of 5

    "The Corolla Verso isn't ideally designed to carry seven adults. The seats in the rear are for..."

  • Practicality

    4 out of 5

    "All models get seven seats as standard and the rear two rows can be folded flat into the floor. The..."

  • Equipment

    4 out of 5

    "Entry-level T2 models get fold-flat seats, electric front windows, push button start system, leather..."

  • Behind the wheel

    4.5 out of 5

    "Finding a good driving position is easy, thanks to the Corolla Verso's reach and rake adjustable..."

Costs

  • Running costs

    4 out of 5

    "A major service is only needed every 20,000 miles (though a quick check is needed every 10,000..."

  • Green credentials

    3 out of 5

    "The Corolla Verso is a fairly green people carrier and with an average of 177 g/km CO2 across the..."

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    4.5 out of 5

    "A top five-star Euro NCAP rating makes the Corolla Verso one of the safest MPVs around. Nine airbags..."

  • Reliability

    4.5 out of 5

    "Like any Toyota the Corolla Verso will be superbly reliable, The interior is robust and well..."

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    3 out of 5

    "The Verso is rare at car supermarkets so your local Toyota dealer is the best place to go. Try to..."

  • Buying used

    3 out of 5

    "It's not as common as the rivals like the Scenic or Zafira so you may spend a little longer finding..."

  • Selling

    4.5 out of 5

    "A practical, well specified and reliable seven-seat mid-size MPV - there should be no problems..."

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