Used Toyota Avensis 2015-2018 reliability review

What should I look for in a used Toyota Avensis?

Interior

Toyota interiors are generally hard-wearing, but some of the plastics used in the Avensis are a little on the cheap and shiny side and can be easily scratched. Also, some Business Edition models have light-coloured inserts on the seats and door cards that can show up dirt.

Alloy wheels

Most Business Edition models were fitted with sensibly sized 17in alloys, but higher-spec cars had larger wheels that can be susceptible to kerb damage. Make sure you have a good look around before buying, because repairs can be expensive and a sign of potential suspension alignment issues.

DPF light

Keep an eye out for the diesel particulate filter (DPF) light. Most of the time, the trapped particulate matter will be burnt off, but the filter can clog if you do lots of short journeys, requiring you to either take a long drive or a trip to the dealer if it can't regenerate itself.

Is a used Toyota Avensis reliable?

Unfortunately, there wasn’t enough data to include the Avensis in our latest Reliability Survey, but Toyota as a whole managed a fantastic third place out of 31 manufacturers.

If you would like to see the full reliability list, head to the What Car? Reliability Survey pages for more information.

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