Is a Toyota Avensis a reliable car?
Toyota has an excellent reputation for reliability and the Avensis boasts a strong track record in this department. It comes with a five-year warranty, too, which should help to alleviate any doubts that may have been created by the high profile recalls that have hit Toyota’s brand in recent years.
What problems do Toyota Avensis have?
Problem: The Avensis has known problems with the DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) getting blocked up. If this gets blocked up you may smell fuel in the cabin. Other symptoms include: the car may run very roughly and/or issues with the car stalling.
How many miles can a Toyota Avensis do?
The Avensis also scores highly in customer satisfaction and dependability surveys. A well-maintained Avensis should manage 200,000 miles without a problem, which has given them a cult following amongst long-distance drivers.
What engine is in 2015 Toyota Avensis?
The Avensis gets two new diesel engines: a new 1.6-litre D-4D and a 2.0-litre D-4D – both sourced from BMW. The 1.6-litre version replaces a 2.0-litre diesel, and is 20kg lighter than the old unit. It gets the Avensis from 0-62mph in 11.4 seconds and has a 112mph top speed.
Is the Toyota Avensis worth the money?
Many drivers will appreciate all the changes Toyota has made to the Avensis – it feels like a much more competitive option as a result, but it lacks standout features. It has a bit less boot space and slightly higher CO2 emissions than its closest rivals.
What kind of engine does the Toyota Avensis have?
Toyota’s new Avensis range comprises a saloon and estate, badged the Toyota Avensis Tourer, with a 1.8-litre petrol engine and 1.6-litre or 2.0-litre D-4D diesel making the engine line-up. The 1.8-litre petrol is available with a manual or automatic gearbox, while the diesels only come with a conventional six-speed manual.
What are the alternatives to the Toyota Avensis tourer?
While new pretenders to the segment such as the Hyundai i40 and Kia Optima both offer good-looking, well-equipped alternatives. Toyota’s new Avensis range comprises a saloon and estate, badged the Toyota Avensis Tourer, with a 1.8-litre petrol engine and 1.6-litre or 2.0-litre D-4D diesel making the engine line-up.
How much boot space does the Toyota Avensis have?
Space in an essential feature of any family estate, the Toyota Avensis might not be the king of outright boot space (it’s maximum capacity of 1,609 litres is smaller than both the Ford Mondeo and VW Passat estates) but it does make the most of what it’s got.