Toyota Avensis 2009-2018 used car review

The Toyota Avensis is spacious and cheap to run. It is practical to drive. It is the perfect family car.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Interior

Overall score , 4.0 out of 5

The good

Very efficient engine and transmission combination
Excellent safety specifications
Huge load capacity

The not-so-good

Soft and a little dull to drive
Could do with more power

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers' guide

New Zealand models

Japanese models

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2013 Toyota Avensis Tourer Li

Price

$14,000 to $21,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

2-litre four-cylinder, 112kW and 196NM

Transmission

CVT automatic, front-wheel drive

Safety rating

Five-star ANCAP

Servicing

15,000km or twelve months

Spare wheel

Space saver

Fuel economy

7.1-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Premium

Length

4780mm

Width

1810mm

Height

1480mm

Towing capacity

500kg (unbraked), 1800kg (braked)

Turning circle

10.8m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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