Toyota Avensis Hatchback 1997-

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Poor residuals reduce the value of this car.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Fine apart from heavy depreciation, which would put me off buying this car again.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Great everyday workhorse that wont let you down.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not bad, good cruiser on MWay but doesn't enthral you on A roads.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent car, done 90,000miles without blinking

    Image

    2 out of 5 2.0

    bit of an oap image, flat cap, driving gloves etc

    Comfort

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Front seats could do with being firmer.

  • Security and Service

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Staff friendly but serving bit pricy

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Needed new bottom half engine under warranty.

    Other

    Needed brake disks and drums replaced at each service under warranty due to corrosion. This is the only concern I have buying another.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    New

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes