Toyota Carina 'E' Hatchback 1992-
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent value for money.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    For a car of this age, I was expecting to pay out more than I have.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    The drive itself is excellent. The only annoying thing is the turning circle.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Performance is very good. 0-60 in well under 8.8 seconds.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Reliability is outstanding, even after ten years it's still runnung on original cluth, original exhaust and original HT leads.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Stick a good set of alloys and wide tyres on it and it takes on a whole new look!

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I like my comfort and this motor is as good as, if not better than, any BMW I have driven.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    I have fiited an immobiliser for peace of mind, but did come with fitted alarm as standard.

    Service

    2 out of 5 2.0

    My local dealer couldn't really be bothered when I enquired about the cost of a new door mirror.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Driver's side electric window not working.

    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