Toyota Carina E Hatchback 1.6 GLi 5d (1993/L) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
A lot of car for the money (bigger than Mondeo).
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On the road
Driving
Does what it says on the tin - not a fantastic ride, but it's not designed to be a sportscar.
Performance
1.6 does surprisingly well.
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Living with it
Reliability
Oxygen/lambda sensor an achilles heel (£300 and they're rare to find at breakers).
Image
Ok - you don't buy for the image, you buy because they are good cars.
Comfort
Does the Devon run ok (250+ miles).
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Security and Service
Security
No problems.
Service
Don't use main dealer - it doesn't go wrong...
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Oxygen sensor.
Other
None - it doesn't go wrong.
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