Toyota Carina E Hatchback 1.8 GS 5d (1997/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Excellent car for the money and very tough.
Costs
Pretty good to run and maintainance is worry-free.
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On the road
Driving
Ok to drive. No sportscar, but comfortable and easy to drive.
Performance
Good and very economical. 45mpg easy.
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Living with it
Reliability
Excellent - just replaced original brake pads at 114,000 miles. Original exhaust and clutch still good. Some faults, but dealers excellent.
Image
Good reliable image, but nothing special to look at, although I like all its lines except the front, which is too bland.
Comfort
Smooth, roomy and very easy to get comfortable inside for passengers and driver.
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Security and Service
Security
Alarm and immobiliser as standard, no problems.
Service
Fabulous dealer service and I have used several in its time. All extremely welcoming and helpful. Service desks unstressed to reliability of the cars and owners generally very happy with Toyota.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Very tough and no problems to name.
Other
Components last for ages - still original suspension and many other components.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes