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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Hopefully it sayes I like quality and reliability.

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

    They're not impressed until they go for a drive.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes but maybe not this model.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    A similar size car but more ecomomical.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £2,950

    When did you buy the car?

    September 2012

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    The reason I bought from the dealer was that they offered a 6 month warranty. However, when I had some issues the warranty did not cover anything and I had a £400 bill. Since then the car has been great.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Toyota reliability.

    What was the dealer like?

    A little pushy but what indepentent dealer isn't.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Excellent, nice and responsive around town and great to drive at speed.

    What's it like to park?

    Pretty easy, no blind spots.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    The traction control stopped working because the brakes were binding.

    What's most practical about your car?

    It can take five people but doesn't feel to big.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Climate control.