Toyota Avensis is a Top Company Car
Toyota Avensis is a top choice in company cars because it drives very good on motorways, it is spacious and gives value for money. Its 2.0 litre engine takes most of the share of its sales which is even more improved. Further changes in body design and an enhanced suspension has given the Avensis a stylish look and the drive is more comfortable than ever. The Avensis got a facelift in 2011 with a sleek front end, sharper headlights and a changed grille similar to other Toyota cars. The interior is not that luxurious like premium cars but is great for the class. Avensis gets the leather steering wheel as standard. Though it doesnâEUR(TM)t give a premium look as some of its rivals due to the design and materials used inside, but what it does give is a very strong built impression.
The changes to the suspension has resulted in the better handling of the car. Noise isolation has also been improved which means it is very quiet when on the move. Though the steering is a bit irresponsive, overall the driving experience has been much improved. Out of all the options in Toyota engines for Avensis, the 2.0 litre diesel with 124bhp is the best all rounder. It is less thirsty for the fuel and quick enough to achieve 0-62mph in 9.7 second. The carbon emission is 119g/km, down from 139g/km. The CO2 emissions for both of the two petrol is more than 150g/km and same is the case with 2.2 litre diesel.
Avensis has been awarded with a five star Euro NCAP rating. It is equipped with front, side, curtain and driver knee airbags. The other safety features include Electronic Stability Control, Deadlock and an alarm. All of these come as a standard across the Avensis range. The previous reliability record of the Avensis is outstanding and it has scored very well in many customers satisfaction surveys. In addition, Toyota offers a five year standard warranty on all models for buyersâEUR(TM) extra peace of mind.
The Avensis offers a very spacious load area if compared to its rivals. The boot space is 509 litres which increases to a massive 1320 litres on folding the button controlled rear seats. The cabin is big enough to allow tall passengers travel very comfortably. The redesigned central console boasts a soft touch material and makes everything easy to control. Air conditioner and auxiliary input sockets come as a standard. TR trim level offers many desirable features like satellite navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, alloy wheels, dual zone climate control and electric windows. TR and T Spirit trims offer leather interior and electrically adjustable driver seats but the price rockets if opting for these. Overall, the Avensis is an easy to drive car with comfortable interior and gives good value for money. The entry level variants start from £18,965, most of the models are very well equipped and have low running costs if the right engine choice is made.
