Are Toyota Avensis reliable?

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 is D-CAT Toyota?

D-Cat is Toyota’s name for a version of a DPF that also includes NOx reduction called a DPNR this uses an additional 5th injector to add fuel into the filter to burn off diesel particulates.

What does D-Cat mean?

A Cat D car is one that has been written off by the insurer but the damage it has suffered may be relatively light. Cat D cars often re-appear on the roads because they can be repaired to an acceptable standard for less money than it would cost an insurance company.

What are the most common problems with a Toyota Avensis?

What are the most common problems with a used Toyota Avensis saloon? In 2010, a recall was launched related to the accelerator, which may not return to its idle position, or if it does, returns too slowly. Recalled vehicles will have had the pedal assembly modified to prevent this from happening.

When did Toyota Avensis 2.0 D-Cat come out?

The Avensis 2.0 D-CAT is based on the 2.0 D-4D model, introduced in March 2003. To accommodate the D-CAT package, Toyota had to add or modify 30 major components in the D-4D engine, including the cylinder head, common rail system, exhaust manifold and turbocharger.

Is the Toyota Avensis a push button car?

T4 and T Spirit models have push button start, which solves that problem. The Avensis is a big car and only the top models came with parking sensors, which means the bumpers may have some scrapes.

Where can I buy a 2003 Toyota Avensis?

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