Other Toyota Avensis (2003 - 2008) models:

  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Reliable, easy to get on with.

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

    Like it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes I would because of its reliability and comfort.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    It will be another Avensis.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £3,700

    When did you buy the car?

    September 2012

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Had to be sold asap to recover costs as company was in receivership.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I had a 53 plate avensis t spirit petrol, saw this deisel one and found out the company who owned it had gone bust.

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Drives beautifully has got over 100k on clock but no problems holds the road well and no suspension issues.

    What's it like to park?

    I find it easy to park but that is probably because I was a driving instructor.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Had to have a new starter motor but was told a common fault on the diesel 2.2 apart from that have got an annoying rattle from the air box which I am sorting out.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Space, economy and comfort.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Cruise control.