2012 Toyota Avensis V-Matic TR 1.8 petrol from UK and Ireland
Summary:
Quality car
Faults:
ABS sensors.
Engines uses a bit of oil, but not excessively so.
Wheel bearings.
Small amount of sub-frame corrosion, but has never failed an MOT test yet.
General Comments:
The Avensis is known for being a reliable car, and after owning mine for a while now and just went past the 110K mark with mostly just minor faults and wear and tear plus services, I certainly agree, it is an easy car to own and if looked after, returns with reliability. Perhaps a little overrated - if abused it would surely break down like any car, so avoid rough examples or cars with missing history if buying in the used market.
Quite good looking in white with window tints. TR model gets nice alloy wheels.
Inside you'll find very comfortable seats and plenty of electric features. Every journey in this car is a pleasure. Smooth and quiet. Refined to drive. Spacious. Boot is huge.
Not a fast car by any means, but take it easy and you will see around 38 mpg or more. Classic mediocre performance and economy 1.8 petrol standard engine. Arguably more reliable than diesels however.
It is 12 years old now and shows no sign of stopping. Hope to keep this one a long time.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 19th February, 2024
30th Nov 2023, 22:10
You must use high quality oil and fuel in this car. Most problems come from diesels when people do not service them correctly, and use cheaper supermarket fuel and do too many short journeys.