Car Buyer you are so far off the mark with this car, and scoring it 2.5 out of 5.0 is ridiculous, its not a sports car and wasn't designed to be, solid, economical, reliable, looks good, good warranty, space for the whole family, most buyers aren't looking for cars that handle like sports cars, wake-up please

@aquadelic8457

7 жыл бұрын

Not if you avoid the disastrous diesels and go for the 1.8 vvt-i and the even more pornographic 2.0 vvt-i that goes toe to toe with BMW and whatever Germoney has to offer... Oh and one more thing : Drove the 2.2D-Cat 170 bhp Avensis T25 and that car was everything but sedate

@freesaxon6835

7 жыл бұрын

"most buyers aren't looking for cars that handle like sports car" I think you are wrong on that score.................2.5 out o 5 correct, it is ridiculous

@propanbutan4634

4 жыл бұрын

Exactly its a family cruiser. I own the 1.8 and its slow yes but I bought it for reliability and also I like the looks

@asensibleyoungman2978

3 жыл бұрын

@@freesaxon6835 I don't want a sporty car, I want a comfortable, reliable, relaxing car. The Avensis is on top of its game. Superb cars.

@freesaxon6835

3 жыл бұрын

@@asensibleyoungman2978 fair enough

Hahaha, I love it. "Reliable up to 100k" yeah that is nothing compared to what Toyotas can achieve. 2004 model priuses are coming back to Toyota with nearly half a million miles on the clock, on their original batteries and they are still running. An avensis will run up to 300,000 miles with little to no problems. Fords are not quality products and are not built to last. They never have been.

I`d rather have a "boring" car that goes forever and is well built than one which is unreliable and will cost a fortune to fix when the reverse helix CO2 sensor, or whatever, gives up (which the dealer insists never happens even though its a regular posting on that cars web forum). My fourth Toyota is a gem. Long may they continue to make superb cars.

@eternalhalloween1

10 жыл бұрын

Overall, this is a nice car. What I found especially great is that Matt pointed out that all around visibility is great. What surprises me is that Matt often complains about hard interiors. I also thought it was rather classy design. He doesn't do it too often, but here it looked like he was just trying to find not so nice things to say about it.

@eternalhalloween1

10 жыл бұрын

***** Well, Toyota has always been known for their 'badge of reliability.' It's also worth noting that the Japanese were careful not to over engineer their cars or make their parts so exclusive that it would be hard for your average mechanic to get them. American: My Ford broke down so much, it should have had a warning label on it. My Dodge on the other hand was MUCH better. Some European cars are good. But you take your chances that it will be hell for your mechanic whenever he has to order something.

@THUMBSUPBITCHify

Жыл бұрын

These UK reviewers always put down Japanese cars because they’re paid to!

@ikramshahar44

4 ай бұрын

​@@THUMBSUPBITCHifyIs that actually true?

I drive a 2009 Toyota Avensis T4. Loads of extras and is the most reliable car I ever owned. It's fast enough in the low revs when I need it and is very comfortable. A number of people I know are very impressed with all the extras on it. I happen to love the look of the car and mine is looked after better than the wife. I have no intention of trading up anytime soon.

@muhammadimran8206

6 жыл бұрын

Charles Mc Carthy Hi , there , looking to buy it , 2009 , I test drove it from Toyota dealer , m a bit disappointed with lots of cable noise , otherwise m happy with the specs, so a bit confused , what will you suggest me to go for it

@Boodles2007

6 жыл бұрын

Muhammad Imran Hi Mohammad, I agree the cabin insulation could be better, but to be honest like anything in life, after a short time one doesn't even notice it. The deal breaker for me are the things that actually affect the finances. At 09 a lot of cars will start developing issues that's where Toyota comes into their own. Your decision really comes down to use and can you live with the car. I travel long journeys and its very comfortable. I would have no problem recommending this car. Best of luck whatever you decide!

@Boodles2007

4 жыл бұрын

Yup, still driving 2009 Avensis, other than servicing it's still going strong.

@2009bigchief

4 жыл бұрын

i just bought a 2014 20.d4d one its the business edition saloon nice car i always wanted a toyota and well i bough one now

@goranpavlovic9051

Жыл бұрын

@@2009bigchief lucky you, i want one too so bad.

You guys are absolutely right. OK the Toyota may not be as sexy to look at but I used to work in a break down company and let me tell you I used to get a Toyotas and Honda's only in a blue moon but your French, Germans and British motors on a daily basis. BMW mini 1's were the worst offenders I have ever seen in my life next to the Vauxhall insignia and the pugs, citrons and fords. If you want to pay out your backside for repairs then by all means take this guy's advice and get a good looking problem riddled sexy looking car. But if you want a car for what it was designed for in the first place then you cant go wrong with a Toyota 👍👍

I just don't understand where this nonsense comes from regarding the VW badge. What sort of people think a VW has more status than a Toyota.......and why?

@jamesgordon783

8 жыл бұрын

VW have much more upmarket interiors compared to Toyota's interiors. Also VW is more popular

@falseteeth5621

8 жыл бұрын

I agree, reliability comes way ahead of a classy interior in my book. Toyota wins for me.

@jamesgordon783

8 жыл бұрын

+False Teeth i know i agree definitely. its a shame that people put classy interiors first

@dunk8157

6 жыл бұрын

The people who think VW and Audi are better generally dont know much about cars. VAG spend their money on marketing to make an average product seem above average. Toyota /Honda etc spend the money on quality control. When a fault is found with a Japaenes car they recall the cars and fix it. With VW you have to take them to court first. Not to mention that VAG fiddle emmisions figures and test exhaust gases on humans and monkeys. I would never give money to a company that does that!

@dunk8157

6 жыл бұрын

You have to remember that Toyotas quality brand is Lexus so they have to keep some sort of differentiation between the Brand Names, ie not take the luxury sales away from Lexus.

I need this car in 2021 if you are here with me say hey

@Armaan148

5 жыл бұрын

hey

@joshuaparr3279

5 жыл бұрын

Considering one as the next purchase, saloon or tourer

@adam3049

4 жыл бұрын

They dont make them anymore

@joshuaparr3279

4 жыл бұрын

@@adam3049 plenty on the used marlet still

@oliverbrows

4 жыл бұрын

i have buy one from 2009 2.2 d4d 150 ps.. 125 000 km.. very good car...

Done over 300k miles and still solid and strong worth every penny and less cost of running, and installed lpg gas and loving every minute of it, hardly and trips to garage at all... Save me thousands of pounds. Honda and Toyota all the way! :)

It is not boring. If you think it is then get a mondeo but when it breaks down on the A303 then you will buy a Toyota the most reliable car on Earth.

@glennchinyangarara8225

10 ай бұрын

I’ve got a Kia, not as reliable as Toyota but still solid, dependable, cheap to insure, cheap to fix cars if anything does go wrong.

I gotta' admit, The Toyota holds its value well! I had a Toyota Corolla 2003 SE Saloon - Had an accident, which caused the whole right side to end up in a mess, the bumpers, headlamp, side skirts, both right side doors, side skirts, and the side seats ended up in a disaster... Yet again I was able to sell the car in 2010 in more than half its price.

My Avensis was quality that's why taxi drivers use them.

I'm a bit confused. Why is the Avensis a death trap? It has NCAP 5star rating and has done for 10 years. Sounds safe to me.

vw badge more has more prestige you havin a laugh how are the emissions

@tpzlol

7 жыл бұрын

literally who cares

what a great car - so many features for your money; air bags, sun roof, good suspension - wow.

Toyota got this car spot on I loved shape that why bought 12 model newer version this very happy with car bit boreing to drive but very realable

what about the estimated total cost of the maintenance after 120.000km? can you get less than 1100€ at mondeo? can mondeo reach 6,5l/100km? (avensis 2.0 D-4D) if you need car for fun... take the clio RS ;) don't get me wrong. avensis and mondeo are both very nice. but i'd rather choose toyota. i've got very good experience with them ;)

Still 2023 and going strong... done over 300k miles and drive like brand new .. perfect with lpg aswell, perfect taxi car...🎉 the only problem with this model 2010 and above is electric hand brake actuator...

not as classy? I thinki it's more classy than a Mondeo

Give me a spacious, comfortable RELIABLE care all day evry day. You shove the sports car with high maintenance, high repair costs where the sun don't shine.

@jgappy5643

5 жыл бұрын

True!

@flaviubratan3842

3 жыл бұрын

Kurwa

the engine on the 2008-present Toyota Avensis Engine 1.6-litre 1ZR-FAE 132 hp (98 kW) 1.8-litre 2ZR-FAE 147 hp (110 kW) 2.0-litre 3ZR-FAE 152 hp (113 kW) 2.0-litre D-4D 126 hp (94 kW) 2.2-litre D-4D 150 hp (112 kW) 2.2-litre D-4D 177 hp (132 kW)

lol "not exciting", I doubt that is on the priority list of a family person wanting a reliable, safe, and affordable workhorse...

VW badge is more prestigious than toyotas one? please...you just kill me...

@antep6157

8 жыл бұрын

+Seba Seba That's how it's in Europe SOOONNNN

@goergeibrahim6417

6 жыл бұрын

Seba Seba no

@justabagel5173

5 жыл бұрын

this isnt america bud.

@TheMrBennito

27 күн бұрын

Yeah. It's nonsense. I have a 2000 2.2 Camry, dark green. Low miles. Rare car where I live..at gas stations , people constantly ask me if I want to sell it. They know that car is good. Don't think anyone will approach a VW owner.....

@PSYTECH91 when you turn the engine off the steering wheel retracts to give the driver more space to leave the seat :-). Cool feature, was only on Lexus before I think!

i own the previous Avensis and couldn't be happier with it. This new one looks better in the flesh than it does in pictures, sadly my only gripe is the price which is crazy money compared to an insignia or mondeo

it's the best car for a fumily or someone who loves big cars

@bronzemoontr men i have an avensis model 1999 ...i have 250.000 kilometers end i never had a problem with his engine...it's fast car without turbo or somethink else like passat has,it's more economical...it's strong... it's only 1.6 end my top speed is 230 km/h..i can easyle take down an 318 or c180...it's more practical and believe me Toyota are the best car for a family or for a young person..sorry for my english but i prefer avensis 1000 times...it's 1.8 valvematic with 147 ps without turbo!

from 2010 most vw/audi/seat/skodas where made very bad resulting in very expensive garage coasts for the (gasoline models) owners. This model avensis proved once again why toyota outclass most other brands, They simply never see a garage

Why do we even need a Nissan we have Toyota

Matt Watson looks about 17! 😂

Reagrding hand brake. When You want to take it of, You just pull the accelerator. That's it! Second review with this complaining and don't get it.

@scalereality4840

9 жыл бұрын

Zirmas Correct, reviewers have failed to learn about the vehicle before reviewing it, which adds up to a poor, uneducated review Car Buyer

Can anyone please explain to me why Brits add R at the end of the word that ends with an A? Example in this video ToyotaR

the 2008-present Toyota Avensis is assembled in Burnaston, Derbyshire, UK

@JIMBOBERS333 I drive an automatic avensis. It does not release or engage automatically - it must be pressed on and off. I did read however, that if a manual car is chosen, the parking brake detects pulling away and will release, but like any other parking brake, you need to switch it on before turning off the engine, Hope this helps.

when I read most of the comments I just think: anyone can do it absolutely anyone

Who is watching this in 2021

@Andre-yd1ed

5 ай бұрын

Not me. I am watching in 2026

2:03 Honestly, the dash quality, the odd electronic parking brake and the beeping all doesn't matters honestly. Those are just small things, very small ones.

Mat. That's no way to treat a Les Paul, unless it's a copy, of course.....

Best car for taxi drivers

@danutavram831

3 жыл бұрын

Consumption high !! Skoda ways better !!

@glennchinyangarara8225

10 ай бұрын

Toyota still wins the reliability trophy

I have a 2006 Avensis which is still running solid but it has started to show it's age. I am looking for a 2012 one now. Any suggestions where to buy or alternatives?

why do all car commentators copy jeremy clarkson in saying the avensis is dull? maybe they are paid to say it? there again,as with clarkson,if you are stepping out of a lamborghini in to an ordinary persons car (whatever make)your bound to say its shit

@danmccarthy4700

10 жыл бұрын

The majority of Toyotas are more like transportation appliances than something you'd have fun in... which isn't necessarily a bad thing. Many people (especially in the US) just want something that gets them where they need to go with the least amount of trouble or effort. Put the Avensis against its main UK rivals, and yes, it's boring as hell. But it will probably outlast most of those rivals, too.

@megataurus7779

10 жыл бұрын

its only boring to some people,i happen to think its a good car in build and looks.if clarkson started to say "its really a good car all along i was only joking" sure as hell all the same assholes would agree with him!

@bighands69

9 жыл бұрын

Dan McCarthy I do not get the boring part about Toyota's. What makes fords, vauxhall or Vw exciting.

@danmccarthy4700

9 жыл бұрын

European Fords and VWs are known for their sharp handling that make them abnormally fun to drive as family cars. Toyotas are built better than both... but they have no soul.

@falseteeth5621

8 жыл бұрын

Anyone who buys a car based on Jeremy Clarkson's opinion needs their brain mending.

The car is good, I still like the previous model one before this 2003-2008, this new one, two things I dont like one having plastic and no feel to it, second is not having proper hand brake leaver why Toyota why, why did you put that stupid electric botton why not a lever like the older models had.

do u sell this one ?

What is the highest spec model of avensis range does anybody know.

@Boodles2007

4 жыл бұрын

T-Spirit and Excel.

I think you got that the wrong way round. There is no truth to what you are saying. There is a reason why Toyotas have a great reputation.

Pls Review HYUNDAI SONATA 2012! Its amazing!

EU TENHO UM AVENSIS DE 2009 E ESTOU CONTENTE COM ELE

Yeah. Do you have a first name relationship with your german car dealer? I mean VW and BMW do have the lowest reliability rate of any car according to warranty direct, but I mean what do they know they are only the largest car warranty people in the UK.

how did he do that bottle trick? There's no way I'd get a bottle that size in my Avensis' centre panel!

Is that the Chevrolet Cruz chassis?

Everyone would be buying alfa romeos if they weren't so fast at losing their price. And recently, they found that Hyundai/Kia motors aren't so reliable.

carbuyer i have a question when will you make a Toyota avensis estate/kombi review?

It is the typical British attitude it is not based on any logic. It explains why British roads are full of fords and Vauxhall's. I have had people tell me Toyota's are owned by certain ethnic groups so that is a reason not to get one.

@Boodles2007

5 жыл бұрын

What ethnic groups? Just curious

How come there are so many people buying Mercs knowing they have horrible resell value? Cmon, it doesn''t matter that much. It shouldn't! Buy the car with the heart people, otherwise you gonna hate it!

@glennchinyangarara8225

10 ай бұрын

Yes I’m seeing an entry 2014 B-class going for less than 8K, from 22K maybe at the time. It’s poor compared to Bmw and Audi

Toyota=built to last period.

@ashystyle rather neck myself than own a toyota. they offer less equipment in the small car and medium segment in terms of safety, breaking and performance.

i am thinking to buy second hand Passat 2.0 TFSI Highline 2009 or 2011 new Avensis 1.8 Elegant Extra Multidrive S but couldnt find the answer.i use an 2004 passat diesel,v6 wagon and i like the car on the road and its very nice car for passat.Because of this i can not give up from passat...is there anybody who can help me...i always go long road and i need secure car....so avensis or passat. thank you

Should I buy the Opel Insignia 2010 1.4 Ecoflex or the Toyota Avensis 2009 1.8?

@bc00per

5 жыл бұрын

joking, right?

@glennchinyangarara8225

10 ай бұрын

Avoid the insignia yo

Oh no, my family economy machine isn't premium enough.

Toyota built to last best cars when comes to reliability out classy any car giants out there and I am and was a German car man all along but now I’ve moved on to better things!

You have really brutal down sites for this car, and you sound like a kid. So I mean that's not good for reviewer such as you. Overall Toyota Avensis is sooo much good car, comfortable and materials inside of cabin is better than in Passat.

10 gig hard drive in the stereo, holds over 100 cd`s

@LuvDoco The Avensis is more european taste catcher. It's smaller, more efficient, agile and better built.

is it just me or does this car look similar to the suzuki kazashi...go check it out and somebody tell me what you think im almost positive they are similar

Lovely car!

@ashystyle I live in Belgium. and as far as I know, holland, belgium, france, UK, germany, austria get it 5 years across the range :-)

Dude, you shouldn't choose what car to buy based on the resell value.

I couldn't hear the very last part.

Sorry Mat, but you shouldnt carry your guitar like that, it has to be always in some kind of a bag or case.

Is it better than a Vauxhall Insignia?

@Top_Gear_Clips_Central

Жыл бұрын

I prefer the insignia, but thats just my opinion

we dont have this model in the middle east , too bad looks better than a camry !

Everybody ! Its got a flat floor for rear passengers , that should sell it .

Por que Nicolás Mora está probando autos😅

Mercs? Terrible resell value? I don't think so, the only ones depreciating fast are the High Power Petrols, but the diesels are reselling for good. And they probably have enough money to throw it away while most of us don't.

@glennchinyangarara8225

10 ай бұрын

Mercs’ resell value isn’t as good as BMW, more reliable and more solid

Not really, it's got simple styling that stay's fashionable longer than some other daring styles and the lines are sleek. There are far worse looking cars, my family owned a Fiat Multipla a few years back, practical as hell but known as the ugly bug.

из всех таёт мне больше всего понравилась эта. её скорей всего и возьму

The body style of this toyota reminds me of a Chevy Cruze.

@JIMBOBERS333 No and No you pull it up when your about to leave and when ur on a hill you push it down

i prefer the 2007 avensis

@ashystyle I checked it out and it counts in miles for the warranty , UK / US website ? anyways i've always had 5 years/100.000 kms warranty with toyota. at least for the last 5 years (wasn't that interested in cars before then, had a cheap peugeot hatchback). check out toyota.be or toyota.fr

2:51 what is that black shadow there in the back?

@Via_The_Void

4 жыл бұрын

The camera man probably.

The Toyotas here in the North American market don't feel made to last, at least the newer ones. I test drove an 07 Camry V6 and although it had a good ride, plenty of space and power the interior materials were utter garbage. You could pull apart so much trim with your bare hands and there were some squeaks and rattles.

I rented one of these while I was in Britain, and honestly, it felt a lot like the old Opel Vectra. Solid, but decidedly dull and uninteresting. That being said it feels like a mid-engined Italian supercar compared to the average Camry.

Thank you but i got wv,i know toyota is also good but it was my chance i guess.. regards

Much nicer than our Camry.

@igotwhips no. Totally different car. The two have nothing to do with each other.

well I'm really sorry for Cadillac. but there really is a resemblance between this and a Cadillac.

Wait untill you sell it ...

Lovely

Only problem i'd have is that the door and door handles are huge and oddly shaped!

Is this fast ?

@markuspekkonen9452

6 жыл бұрын

Luca Ferrigno nuttall . 205km/h 2.0 gasoline engine.

volkswagen took that title from them a while ago... might had something to do with a little pedal incident and the tsunami

güzelmiş bencede çok eleştirilecek bir yanı yok

Anyone watching 2024😢😢

@Andre-yd1ed

5 ай бұрын

No I am watching in 1990.

0:30 little details taht put me off toyota, cheap mats that stick up when you fold the seats down. And in the Wagon, no handle for the boot cover, so u gotta dirty it with ur hands

@cartouchator and even check out toyota.co.uk ! your website is actually the US website! :-)

Car buyer is always promoting the ford mondeo but overlooks how unreliable it really is

My first Toyota carina e 2l diesel.. 395 000 km no problem... 2...Toyota avensis t25 from 2003.... now 320 000 km... no problem.... my vw touran 2003 2l tdi 170ps... 132 000 km 4 injector... my ssangyoug rexton 2.7l 163ps 123 000 km auto gearbox no more work... 5000 euros.. trash.... my seat leon 1.9l 150 ps 233 000 km motor dead... OK..etc.. etc... sorry... Toyota is the Best

where do you live ?!!

believe me a Cruze is no were near a toyota.. and i'm a shameful cruze owner!.. have a 1.8 manual Cruze with only 55000 km on it.. and have already changed the flywheel twice! at one point it ran out of engine oil (almost borke the engine) ! it had an electrical problem that shut down the engine in the middle of the mountains in albania! it uses much more fuel than they say it does ! so seriosly anyone who is thinking about a chevrolet please DONT DO IT ! by a second hand toyota!!! or a VW!!

I'VE NEVER EVEN HEARD OF THIS THING BEFORE.

@Top_Gear_Clips_Central

Жыл бұрын

because avensis