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Ford Transit Custom 340 L2 Diesel Fwd 2.0 Ecoblue 170ps Low Roof Leader Van

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Disclaimer: The Standard Equipment, Colour and Trim, Options and Technical Data shown below is provided by a 3rd party. We therefore encourage you to check this information at the manufacturer's website before you place an order. E&OE.

Standard Equipment

Easy fuel capless refuelling system Driver Convenience
Embedded modem Driver Convenience
Ford Eco mode Driver Convenience
PAS Driver Convenience
Selectable drive mode Driver Convenience
Vehicle maintenance monitor Driver Convenience
Audio controls mounted on steering wheel Entertainment
Automatic headlamps with follow me home Exterior Features
Black coloured lift/decklid exterior handles Exterior Features
Black exterior mirror finish Exterior Features
Chormed grille with 3 bars Exterior Features
Door open tyre carrier drop Exterior Features
Electric front windows with one touch facility for driver and front passenger Exterior Features
Emergency brake light flashing Exterior Features
Headlamp levelling Exterior Features
Intermittent front wash/wipe Exterior Features
Part body colour front bumper Exterior Features
Passenger side sliding load door with track cover Exterior Features
Rear door edge warn reflectors Exterior Features
Rear mudflaps Exterior Features
Rear splash guards Exterior Features
Self coloured rear bumper Exterior Features
Wide bodyside grey mouldings Exterior Features
2 adjustable sunvisors Interior Features
2 Interior grab handles Interior Features
Driver and passenger sun visors Interior Features
Front splash guards/Mud flaps Interior Features
Glove box lid Interior Features
Header mounted courtesy lights - 2 map lights Interior Features
Header mounted package tray Interior Features
Height adjustable front headrests Interior Features
Molded gear shift knob Interior Features
Partial molded headliner Interior Features
Partial rubber inside floor cover Interior Features
Passenger underseat storage box Interior Features
Reach and rake adjustable steering column Interior Features
Recirculation heater Interior Features
Tool kit Interior Features
Interior trim accent pack A- Transit custom Packs
Less rear seat pack - Transit Custom Packs
3 point seatbelts for all seats Safety
Drivers airbag Safety
Dual note electric horn Safety
Height adjustable drivers seatbelt mount Safety
Passenger seatbelt height adj Safety
Seatbelt remainder for driver and passenger Safety
Auto locking on drive-away Security
Auto relocking Security
Remote central locking Security
Speed dependent power lock group Security
2 12v sockets Technical
80 litre fuel tank Technical
ABS Technical
Auto start/stop system Technical
Diesel particulate filter Technical
ESP Technical
Extra heavy duty alternator Technical
Mechanical parking brake Technical
Roll stability control Technical
Side wind mitigation Technical
Standard duty suspension Technical
16" steel wheels Wheels
Hub cap covers Wheels

Colour and Trim

Metallic - Blue
Metallic - Diffused silver
Metallic - Magnetic
Metallic - Moondust silver
Metallic - Orange glow
Metallic - Shadow black
Solid - Frozen white
Special solid - Blazer blue
Special solid - Race red
SVO special - Custom

Options

Automatic headlamp control off
Electric windshield defroster
Washer fluid level indicator
Driver seat with armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height and tilt)
Dual passenger seat
Electric windshield defroster
Power heated signal mirrors
Washer fluid level sensor
Washer tank level warn lamp
Driver seat with armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height and tilt)
Fixed dual passenger seat with table and split lift up seat cushion
Vinyl seat trim
Heated driver seat with lumbar support, armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height, tilt)
Heated dual passenger seats
Tray table
Heated driver seat with lumbar support, armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height, tilt)
Heated dual passenger seats
Side curtain airbags
Tray table
Heated driver seat with lumbar support, armrest and multi-way power controls (fore/aft, recline, height, tilt)
Heated single passenger seat without armrest with multi-way controls
Driver seat with armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height and tilt)
Dual passenger seats
Glazed bulkhead
Glazed bulkhead
Heated driver seat with lumbar support, armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height, tilt)
Heated single passenger seat without armrest with multi-way controls
Driver seat with lumbar support, armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height, tilt)
Dual passenger seat
Driver seat with armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height and tilt)
Drivers seat with lumbar adjustment
Dual passenger seat
Glazed bulkhead
8" Colour TFT multi-touch screen
DAB Radio
Emergency assistance
FordPass Connect
Mini Multimedia Hub 2 USB port
8" Colour TFT multi-touch screen
DAB Radio
Emergency assistance
FordPass Connect
Mini Multimedia Hub 2 USB port
Navigation system
4" Colour TFT multi-touch screen
Bluetooth connectivity
DAB/AM/FM radio with 2 x USB
ICE Mid audio with BVC
ICP Mid Extented and 6 Radio speakers 2 Woofers/2 Tweeters
Microphone
SYNC Emergency Assistance
4 speakers
AM/FM antenna
Delete radio/single CD
Delete bulkhead
Heated driver seat with lumbar support, armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height, tilt)
Heated single passenger seat without armrest with multi-way controls
Adaptive speed control
Collision mitigation braking system
Front parking aid
High series cluster
Intelligent emergency brake
Lane keeping aid
Leather wrapped steering wheel
Delete bulkhead
Driver seat with armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height and tilt)
Dual passenger seats
2nd 10 Radio speakers
6 Radio speakers 2 Woofers/2 Tweeters
8" Colour TFT multi-touch screen
Bluetooth
DAB Radio
Emergency assistance
ICE- Dual screen radio with TMC
ICP Mini EFP
Intelligent adaptive cruise control
Microphone
Mini Multimedia Hub 2 USB port
Navigation system
Driver seat with armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height and tilt)
Passenger seat deleted
Kerbside side load doors
Load area protection kit
Load floor covering
Rear climate control
Rear compartment trim panel
Rear compartment, heating
Black powder coated roof rack (BLYBB)
Deleting roof mounted turn signals
Extended length running boards (BLBBL)
Latch shields protect from external puncture attempts to override Mechanism
RepLock prevents driver door lock
Slam handles with integrated slam lock
Specifically designed slam locks to courier sector
Independently operate hook locks on the side/rear and release secure hooks doors
Independently operated deadlocks between the door and B pillar security on both front doors
Loom guards on both front doors prevents the cables and prevent access to vehicle
RepLock prevents driver door lock
Independently operate hook locks on the side/rear and release secure hooks doors
Independently operated deadlocks between the door and B pillar security on both front doors
Loom guards on both front doors prevents the cables and prevent access to vehicle
RepLock prevents driver door lock
Independently operate hook locks on the side/rear and release secure hooks doors
Independently operated deadlocks between the door and B pillar security on both front doors
Loom guards on both front doors prevents the cables and prevent access to vehicle
RepLock prevents driver door lock
Independently operate hook locks on the side/rear and release secure hooks doors
Independently operated deadlocks between the door and B pillar security on both front doors
Loom guards on both front doors prevents the cables and prevent access to vehicle
RepLock prevents driver door lock
Designed armourshell security pack by TVL
Independently operated deadlocks between the door and B pillar security on both front doors
Loom guards prevent cables to prevent access to vehicle
RepLock prevents driver door lock
Visual deterrent armourshells robust security with interlocking shell design and supporting bolt mechanism
Designed armourshell security pack by TVL
Independently operated deadlocks between the door and B pillar security on both front doors
Loom guards prevent cables to prevent access to vehicle
RepLock prevents driver door lock
Visual deterrent armourshells robust security with interlocking shell design and supporting bolt mechanism
Enhanced security lock
High security anti-pick cylinder
Latch shields protect from external puncture attempts to override Mechanism
RepLock prevents driver door lock
Slam handles with integrated slam lock
Specifically designed slam locks to courier sector
Driver seat with armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height and tilt)
Dual passenger seats with multi-way controls (fore/aft and recline)
Special coloured seat belts
Driver seat with armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height and tilt)
Dual passenger seats with multi-way controls (fore/aft and recline)
Special coloured seat belts
Driver seat with armrest and multi-way controls (fore/aft, recline, height and tilt)
Passenger seat deleted
Special coloured seat belts
Aux Fuse panel-6
Configurable internal light/Battery saver - 30 mins
Delete tachograph
Registration Fee On The Road 55 0
Delivery On The Road 550.83333333333337 110.16666666666663
Twelve Months Road Tax On The Road 290 0
Automated parking system includes parking slot measurement, front and rear parking aid sensors, front foglamps Driver Convenience 795 159
Blind spot monitor Driver Convenience 0 0
BLIS (Blind spot information system) with Cross traffic alert, includes power folding door mirrors Driver Convenience 200 40
Configurable front parking aid contains reverse parking aid and front fog lamps Driver Convenience 100 20
Front and rear parking aid + front fog lamps Driver Convenience 495 99
Lane departure warning contains electric windshield defroster, Automatic headlamp control Off and Mid series cluster Driver Convenience 335 67
Lane keeping aid (includes Lane departure warning) Driver Convenience 590 118
Low series cluster Driver Convenience 0 0
Parking slot measurement includes front and rear parking aid sensors, front foglamps Driver Convenience 595 119
Police wiring harness Driver Convenience 150 30
Programmable CAN Interface Module Driver Convenience 300 60
Rear view camera with trailer hitch assist incudes front and rear parking sensors, and front fog lamps Driver Convenience 650 130
Smart tachograph Driver Convenience 500 100
Speed control contains leather wrapped steering wheel Driver Convenience 150 30
Trip computer Driver Convenience 0 0
Tyre pressure monitor Driver Convenience 100 20
4 speakers Entertainment 0 0
Aux input socket Entertainment 0 0
180 Degree rear cargo check arms Exterior Features 0 0
2nd row flip open windows Exterior Features 400 80
Dual side load doors Exterior Features 300 60
Fixed window in rear cargo doors/liftgate Exterior Features 100 20
Front fog lamps Exterior Features 96 19.2
Halogen headlamps Exterior Features 0 0
Halogen projector headlamps with LED daytime running lights and Adaptive cornering front fog lights Exterior Features 150 30
Metallic paint Exterior Features 650 130
Power fold mirrors Exterior Features 175 35
Power heated signal mirrors Exterior Features 100 20
Privacy glass Exterior Features 80 16
R/H 2nd Row window linked glazing Exterior Features 60 12
Rear cargo door check arms - 90 degree Exterior Features 0 0
Rear cargo liftgate door Exterior Features 250 50
Rear ladder Exterior Features 200 40
Rear spoiler Exterior Features 275 55
Roof flasher wiring 3/Enhanced touch screen control Exterior Features 255 51
Roof rack integrated stowable Exterior Features 550 110
Solid paint Exterior Features 0 0
Special solid paint Exterior Features 300 60
SVO special paint Exterior Features 800 160
Tinted glass Exterior Features 0 0
Trailer tow attachments Exterior Features 325 65
Trailer tow electrics Exterior Features 100 20
Trans linked rear washer/wiper Exterior Features 150 30
8 Load compartment tie down loops Interior Features 0 0
Blue tie down hooks Interior Features 50 10
Cargo Stowage Rail Interior Features 325 65
Cloth upholstery Interior Features 0 0
Electronic high visibility panels Interior Features 1200 240
Front manual air conditioning Interior Features 800 160
Full htg load area protection kit Interior Features 1250 250
Full width unglazed steel bulkhead with through load hatch Interior Features 0 0
Heavy Duty load area protection kit Interior Features 1400 280
Leather steering wheel Interior Features 0 0
LED load compartment light Interior Features 150 30
LED load compartment rail light Interior Features 230 46
Load area protection kit wth easy clean floor, full height load compartment trim boards and 8 tie down loops Interior Features 275 55
Load compartment interior light Interior Features 0 0
Mini overhead console Interior Features 0 0
Moulded cab floor liner Interior Features 125 25
Rear interior overhead stowage contains hinged rear cargo door Interior Features 300 60
Wood load floor cover with aluminium integrated airline rails, fixed two piece wooden floor, slip resistant and easy to clean Interior Features 950 190
Wooden load floor Interior Features 300 60
Adaptive speed control pack - Transit Custom Packs 1145 229
Armour shell security pack (TVL) - Transit custom Packs 940 188
Armour shell security pack (TVL) with code [SSLD] - Transit custom Packs 750 150
Enhanced security lock (TVL) - Transit custom Packs 110 22
Front seat pack 11 - Transit Custom Packs 420 84
Front seat pack 2 - Transit Custom Packs 0 0
Front seat pack 4 - Transit Custom Packs 60 12
Front seat pack 4 - Transit Custom with delete bulkhead Packs 0 0
Front seat pack 4 - Transit Custom with Glazed bulkhead Packs 60 12
Front seat pack 7 - Transit Custom Packs 0 0
Front seat pack 7 - Transit Custom with Glazed bulkhead Packs 70 14
Front seat pack 8 - Transit Custom Packs 200 40
Front seat pack 8 - Transit Custom with Glazed bulkhead Packs 200 40
Front seat pack 8 - Transit Custom with delete bulkhead Packs 200 40
Front seat pack 9 - Transit Custom Packs 180 36
Hook lock security pack (TVL) - Transit custom Packs 680 136
Hook lock security pack (TVL) with code [SSLD]- Transit custom Packs 575 115
Hook lock security pack (TVL) with tail gate code [DSLD]- Transit custom Packs 755 151
Hook lock security pack (TVL) with tailgate and code [SSLD]- Transit custom Packs 650 130
ICE Pack 17 - Transit Custom Packs 0 0
ICE pack 21 - Transit Custom Packs 405 81
ICE Pack 24 - Transit Custom Packs 1110 222
ICE pack 25 with Intelligent adaptive cruise control - Transit Custom Packs 1810 362
ICE Pack 30 - Transit Custom Packs -50 -10
Marketing CV pack 7 - Transit Custom Packs 850 170
Parcel deliery van pack - Transit Packs -90 -18
Roof flasher wiring 2/Utility vehicle switch pack - Transit custom Packs 100 20
Seat Pack SVO 3 -Special coloured seat belts Packs 10 2
Seat Pack SVO 4 -Special coloured seat belts Packs 10 2
Seat Pack SVO 5 -Special coloured seat belts Packs -90 -18
Slam handle security pack (TVL) - Transit custom Packs 1040 208
Slam handle security pack (TVL) with code [SSLD] - Transit custom Packs 730 146
Sortimo van racking pack - Transit Custom Packs 1200 240
Visibility Pack High - Transit Custom Packs 400 80
Visibility Pack Low - Transit Custom Packs 325 65
Metallic - Blue Paintwork 650 130
Metallic - Diffused silver Paintwork 650 130
Metallic - Magnetic Paintwork 650 130
Metallic - Moondust silver Paintwork 650 130
Metallic - Orange glow Paintwork 650 130
Metallic - Shadow black Paintwork 650 130
Solid - Frozen white Paintwork 0 0
Special solid - Blazer blue Paintwork 300 60
Special solid - Race red Paintwork 300 60
SVO special - Custom Paintwork 800 160
First aid kit Safety 25 5
Front passenger airbag restraint with driver/Passenger front seat belt buckle pretensioner and Passenger air bag deactivation Safety 200 40
Front seatbelt pretensioners Safety 0 0
2 Stage unlocking with slam locking Security 85 17
2nd remote key Security 35 7
Anti-theft perimeter alarm system Security 150 30
Configurable Unlocking Security 0 0
Configurable unlocking 3 Security 130 26
Configurable unlocking 7 Security 130 26
Fleet key Security 10 2
Ford MyKey Security 50 10
Multi channel door entry remote and 3 Button key fob Security 0 0
Overload protection system on board weighing Security 1350 270
Power door dead locks Security 0 0
Power door locks Security 0 0
Rear window protector Security 175 35
Thatcham category 1 alarm with 2nd remote key Security 250 50
Two step door unlock system Security 0 0
3 Pin point power converter - 230V/150W Technical 60 12
62mph fixed engine governor Technical 65 13
70mph fixed engine governor Technical 65 13
Auxiliary fuse panel Technical 45 9
Configurable interior lighting/battery saver - 30 minutes Technical 150 30
Converter high power supply system Technical 400 80
DPF manual regeneration Technical 430 86
Engiine underbody protector Technical 200 40
Engine RPM speed control Technical 55 11
Fuel filler neck without misfuel inhibit Technical 30 6
H7 AGM deep cycly battery Technical 150 30
Low series police brakes Technical 0 0
Mechanical limited slip differential Technical 550 110
Misfuelling device Technical 0 0
Non limited slip front axle Technical 0 0
Power point Technical 0 0
Rear power point plug Technical 60 12
Reduced GVM rating Technical 0 0
Single H8 AGM battery Technical 300 60
Smart acceleration control Technical 50 10
Standard duty battery Technical 0 0
Starter equipment (-20C degree) Technical 0 0
Starter equipment (-29) Technical 100 20
SVO Auxillary fuel ports Technical 250 50
Cloth - Quadrant in dark palazzo grey/city in ebony Trim 0 0
Front seat pack 2 - Vinyl cross hatch salerno material and Dark palazzo grey Trim 0 0
15" goodyear all weather tyre - style 104 Wheels 330 66
16" goodyear all weather tyre - style 109 Wheels 330 66
Conventional steel spare wheel Wheels 0 0
Delete spare wheel Wheels -25 -5
SVO Spare wheel Wheels 140 28

Technical

CO Emissions - ICE Not Available
CO2 Emissions - ICE 166
HC Emissions - ICE Not Available
HC+NOx Emissions - ICE Not Available
Noise Level dB(A) Emissions - ICE Not Available
NOx Emissions - ICE Not Available
Particles Emissions - ICE Not Available
Standard Euro Emissions Emissions - ICE EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb Emissions - ICE 193
Automatic Transmission Engine and Drive Train No
Catalytic Convertor Engine and Drive Train Yes
CC Engine and Drive Train 1996
Cooling System Engine and Drive Train WATER
Cylinder Layout Engine and Drive Train IN-LINE
Cylinders Engine and Drive Train 4
Engine Layout Engine and Drive Train FRONT TRANSVERSE
Engine Make Engine and Drive Train Not Available
Fuel Delivery Engine and Drive Train COMMON RAIL
Fuel Type Engine and Drive Train DIESEL
Gears Engine and Drive Train 6 SPEED
Manual Transmission Engine and Drive Train Yes
Number of Valves Engine and Drive Train 16
Valve gear Engine and Drive Train DOHC
EC Fuel Consumption - ICE No
EC Combined Fuel Consumption - ICE 44.1
EC Extra Urban Fuel Consumption - ICE 48.7
EC Urban Fuel Consumption - ICE 39.2
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb Fuel Consumption - ICE 7.3
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEH Fuel Consumption - ICE 8
WLTP - FC (l/100km) - Comb - TEL Fuel Consumption - ICE 6.4
WLTP - MPG - Comb Fuel Consumption - ICE 38.7
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH Fuel Consumption - ICE 35.3
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL Fuel Consumption - ICE 44.1
Alternative Fuel Qualifying General No
Did at least one aspect of this vehicles safety give cause for concern? General Not Available
Badge Engine CC General 2.0
Badge Power General 170
Based On ID General Not Available
Chassis Engine Number General Not Available
Coin Description General Not Available
Coin Gross Vehicle Weight Code General Not Available
Coin Power Output Code General Not Available
Coin Series General Not Available
Coin Wheelbase Description Code General Not Available
Coin Wheelbase Name Code General Not Available
Generation Mark General 1
Ghost model for valuation purposes General No
Insurance Group 1 General Not Available
Insurance Group 2 General Not Available
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection % General Not Available
NCAP Child Occupant Protection % General Not Available
NCAP Front/Side Impact - Discontinued February 09 General Not Available
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09 General Not Available
NCAP Overall Rating - LCV General Gold
NCAP Pedestrian - Discontinued February 09 General Not Available
NCAP Pedestrian Protection % General Not Available
NCAP Safety Assist % General 63
Running Cost League Headings General Not Available
Service Interval Frequency - Months General 24
Service Interval Mileage General 25000
Special Edition General No
Special Order General No
Timing Belt Interval Frequency - Months General 120
Timing Belt Interval Mileage General 150000
Vehicle Homologation Class General N1
Vin/Frame No. General Not Available
0 to 62 Performance Not Available
BHP Performance 170
Engine Power KW Performance 125
Engine Torque LBS.FT Performance 299
Engine Torque MKG Performance 41.3
Engine Torque NM Performance 405
Top Speed Performance Not Available
Emissions Test Cycle Test Cycles WLTP
RDE Certification Level Test Cycles RDE 2
Alloys? Tyres No
Automatic Clutch Tyres No
Plated 3rd Axle Tyres Not Available
Plated 4th Axle Tyres Not Available
Space Saver? Tyres No
Tyre Make Tyres Not Available
Tyre Size Front Tyres 215/65 R16
Tyre Size Rear Tyres 215/65 R16
Tyre Size Spare Tyres FULL SIZE
Wheel Style Tyres Not Available
Wheel Type Tyres 16" STEEL
Front Overhang Vehicle Dimensions 1012
Height Vehicle Dimensions 1979
Height (including roof rails) Vehicle Dimensions Not Available
Length Vehicle Dimensions 5340
Load Deck Height Vehicle Dimensions 536
Load Height Vehicle Dimensions 1406
Load Length Vehicle Dimensions 2921
Load Space Width Between Wheel Arches Vehicle Dimensions 1351
Load Width Vehicle Dimensions 1775
Lower Rear Door Width Vehicle Dimensions 1404
Rear Door Height Vehicle Dimensions 1347
Rear Overhang Vehicle Dimensions 1028
Side Load Door Height Vehicle Dimensions 1324
Side Load Door Width Vehicle Dimensions 1030
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb Vehicle Dimensions 12.8
Turning Circle - Wall to Wall Vehicle Dimensions 13.4
Upper Rear Door Width Vehicle Dimensions 1404
Wheelbase Vehicle Dimensions 3300
Width (excluding mirrors) Vehicle Dimensions 1986
Width (including mirrors) Vehicle Dimensions 2272
Boot Capacity Saloons Weight and Capacities Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) Weight and Capacities 80
Gross Train Weight Weight and Capacities 5365
Gross Vehicle Weight Weight and Capacities 3400
Load Space Volume Weight and Capacities 6.8
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down) Weight and Capacities Not Available
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up) Weight and Capacities Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Removed Weight and Capacities Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Up Weight and Capacities Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Down Weight and Capacities Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Removed Weight and Capacities Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Up Weight and Capacities Not Available
Max. Towing Weight - Braked Weight and Capacities 2500
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked Weight and Capacities 750
Minimum Kerbweight Weight and Capacities 1993
No. of Seats Weight and Capacities 3
Payload Weight and Capacities 1407
Plated 2nd Axle Weight and Capacities 2015
Plated Front Axle Weight and Capacities 1750

Independent Review

Ten Second Review

4 door saloon, 5 door estate (1.6, 1.8 petrol, 2.0, 2.2 diesel)

Background

Here's a quick Avensis primer for those of you who need to get up to speed. The first generation car was introduced back in 1997 and made decent numbers while never really challenging the middleweight elite. In the final years of its life it developed into something quite respectable, but was replaced in 2003 with a vastly improved second generation car that was bigger and felt virtually indestructible. This second generation model might not have been exciting to drive but owners loved them and only a few problems with diesel injectors, dual mass flywheels and starter motors on ultra high mileage cars affected an otherwise impressive reliability record. The third generation model was designed to attach a little more style to the Avensis badge as well as drive down running costs still further. Improving quality, offering more dynamic handling and refined ride comfort to Toyota's European flagship model were also key targets. This Avensis was designed at Toyota's European Design Development Centre, ED2, in the south of France, with the 1.6- and 1.8-litre petrol engines produced by Toyota's plant in Deeside, North Wales. Toyota Manufacturing UK is the sole global production centre for the Avensis. Since the first generation model was launched in 1997, over 1.5 million Avensis vehicles have driven off the production line at the Burnaston Plant in Derbyshire. The range continued largely unchanged in saloon and Tourer estate guise until early 2012, when it was treated to a facelift.

Driving Experience

Toyota went to quite some lengths to get under the skin of European buyers. To this end, Chief Engineer Takashi Yamamoto drove more than 3,000 miles north to south across the continent, crossing 10 countries on the way to gain a true insight into the needs and preferences of typical customers. Nice work if you can get it. Two body styles are offered; saloon and Tourer estate. There's also a huge range of engines with an emphasis on diesel power. There's no shortage of space in either the saloon or Tourer and materials quality and ergonomics are both excellent. Although the interior design isn't particularly edgy, it feels built to last and won't date rapidly. The saloon's boot measures a gargantuan 509 litres, dwarfing that of something like a BMW 7 Series. The Tourer serves up 534 litres of space to the window line. Fold the rear seats down and you can shoehorn in 1609 litres of gear. Toyota has taken a considered approach to safety, reducing the width of the windscreen pillars to improve visibility and improving the ways the stability control, anti lock brakes and brake assist systems talk to each other. Seven airbags and ISOFIX child seat anchor points are also standard.

Design and Build

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Market and Model

The Avensis has built an enviable reputation for reliability and this third generation car builds on it. Only a few very minor issues have surfaced that are covered under warranty.

Cost of Ownership

(approx based on a 2009 Avensis 1.8 Valvematic T2) You'll find Toyota spares a bit pricier than typical Ford or Vauxhall parts but less than many French rivals. A clutch assembly will cost in the region of £185, while an exhaust is around £375. A new starter motor retails for around £175, although a replacement headlamp will be in the region of £250. Repair costs have been kept down with a consequent effect on insurance premiums.

Summary

There are 130bhp 1.6 and 145bhp 1.8-litre VVT-i petrol engines but the stars of the show drink from the black pump. Entry point is the 2.0-litre D-4D 130, followed by the 2.2-litre D-4D 150 which also gets the option of a six-speed automatic gearbox. Although the 2.0-litre diesel is no ball of fire, it's a flexible engine and emits just 134g/km. The 2.2-litre diesel doesn't fare much worse, managing 147g/km and averaging 51.4mpg yet it will get to 60mph in just 8.6s. Refinement has long been an Avensis strong point and the third generation car rides very well with low wind, tyre, suspension and engine noise at typical motorway cruising speeds. Handling is safe rather than scintillating and the steering isn't the most communicative, but for relaxing long distance work, that's probably no great sacrifice.

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