Other Toyota Avensis (2003 - 2008) models:

  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Nothing its just a car

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

    Yes they like it

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Sure. Its a really solid car, safe, secure and comfy.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Dunno!

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £9,000

    When did you buy the car?

    December 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    At the time I bought it the "new shape Avensis" wasn't cheap to buy and hard to find

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I wanted a car that was reliable spacious and confortable

    What was the dealer like?

    Not great Sat Nav disc was missing and no spare key

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Great motorway cruiser not as agile as previous cars (peugeots & skoda octavia) It maybe dull to some but I like it. Over 2000 rpm it really takes off.

    What's it like to park?

    No problem

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Starter motor failed at 65000 miles. Clutch got very heavy and Toyota dealer said it needed replacing so I got an independent garage to do the work(much cheaper

    What's most practical about your car?

    Very spacious

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    cup holder!