Toyota Avensis (sedan / Wagon) · T27
Generation 3 2008–2018
The last Avensis: sedan and Wagon only, Valvematic petrols that are very reliable, a much better Multidrive S CVT, and diesels that improved over time. The 1.8 Valvematic is the one to buy; the 2.0 D-4D 1AD still needs head gasket history on early cars.
Photo: Paasea · CC BY-SA 4.0
Recognition
How to tell it apart
- •2009–2011: broad grille with horizontal bars; 2012–2014: LED DRL strips and a wider lower grille; 2015–2018: slim headlights and large trapezoidal lower grille
- •Sedan and Wagon only; no liftback
2012 and 2015 facelifts
- 2012: new front, LED DRL, revised interior; 2015: new front with slim lights, Toyota Safety Sense, 1.6 D-4D (BMW-sourced) replaced 2.0 D-4D 124
- Valvematic petrols (1.6/1.8/2.0) throughout; Multidrive S CVT on 1.8/2.0
Engines
Engines
1.6 Valvematic · 132 hp
2009–2018
Petrol · Manual · FWD
Reliable, economical, adequate; manual only.
1.8 Valvematic · 147 hp
2009–2018
Petrol · Manual / CVT automatic · FWD
The best T27: smooth, reliable, and the Multidrive S CVT is one of the good ones. LPG-friendly.
2.0 Valvematic · 152 hp
2009–2018
Petrol · Manual / CVT automatic · FWD
Slightly stronger; same reliability.
1.6 D-4D · 112 hp
2015–2018
Diesel · Manual · FWD
BMW-derived 1.6 diesel: economical and quiet; timing chain and EGR are the things to watch.
2.0 D-4D · 126 hp
2009–2015
Diesel · Manual · FWD
124/126/143 hp variants. Early 1AD units share the head gasket/oil consumption history; revised from around 2011. Proof of engine work matters.
2.2 D-4D · 150 hp
2009–2018
Diesel · Manual / Automatic · FWD
150 hp (177 D-CAT with automatic). Later revised engines are better than the T25's; still ask about head gasket and oil consumption.
| Engine | For sale now | Years | Gearbox · drive | Sought after | Robust | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1.6 Valvematic · 132 hp Petrol · 1.6 Valvematic · 1ZR-FAE | 26 | 2009–2018 | Manual FWD | Reliable, economical, adequate; manual only. | ||
1.8 Valvematic · 147 hp Petrol · 1.8 Valvematic · 2ZR-FAE | 191 | 2009–2018 | Manual / CVT automatic FWD | The best T27: smooth, reliable, and the Multidrive S CVT is one of the good ones. LPG-friendly. | ||
2.0 Valvematic · 152 hp Petrol · 2.0 Valvematic · 3ZR-FAE | 42 | 2009–2018 | Manual / CVT automatic FWD | Slightly stronger; same reliability. | ||
1.6 D-4D · 112 hp Diesel · 1.6 D-4D · 1WW (BMW N47 based) | 18 | 2015–2018 | Manual FWD | BMW-derived 1.6 diesel: economical and quiet; timing chain and EGR are the things to watch. | ||
2.0 D-4D · 126 hp Diesel · 2.0 D-4D · 1AD-FTV | 164 | 2009–2015 | Manual FWD | 124/126/143 hp variants. Early 1AD units share the head gasket/oil consumption history; revised from around 2011. Proof of engine work matters. | ||
2.2 D-4D · 150 hp Diesel · 2.2 D-4D / D-CAT · 2AD-FTV / 2AD-FHV | 139 | 2009–2018 | Manual / Automatic FWD | 150 hp (177 D-CAT with automatic). Later revised engines are better than the T25's; still ask about head gasket and oil consumption. |
Versions
What the badges mean
Active / Terra
commonbase
2009–2018
Entry: manual air-con, steel wheels.
Premium / Sol / Luna
commonequipment line
2009–2018
Mid trim: climate control, alloys, cruise, Touch 2 screen.
Prestige / Executive
uncommonequipment line
2009–2018
Top trim: leather, xenon/LED, navigation, heated seats, sometimes panoramic roof.
Options
Options that matter
uncommon
Xenon / LED headlights
Prestige; much better lights.
rare
Adaptive cruise (Safety Sense, 2015+)
Late cars only.
uncommon
Leather upholstery
Prestige trim.
rare
Panoramic roof (Wagon)
Rare.
uncommon
Touch & Go navigation
Factory navigation.
common
Heated front seats
Valued.
common
Rear-view camera
Useful.
uncommon
Smart Entry keyless
Keyless.
common
Dual-zone climate
Premium and up.
common
LPG installation (aftermarket)
Common on Valvematic petrols.
common
Tow bar
Common on Wagon.
Before you buy
What to know
Strengths
- +Valvematic petrols and the Multidrive S CVT are very durable
- +Comfortable, quiet, cheap to service
- +Good corrosion protection; few electrical faults
Expensive when they fail
D-4D head gasketDPF
Polish market
A favourite of Polish taxi fleets and cautious private buyers. Petrol Valvematic cars from private owners are the ones to hunt; diesels need paperwork.
Known weak points
- serious2.0/2.2 D-4D head gasket and oil consumption (early)Same 1AD/2AD family as the T25; revised over time but early T27 diesels still show the problem.Check: Ask for head gasket/revision invoices; check coolant, oil consumption and smoke.
- moderateDiesel DPF, EGR and injectorsShort-trip cars clog the DPF; EGR and injectors age.Check: Ask about DPF regeneration issues and EGR work.
- moderate1.6 D-4D timing chain (BMW engine)Rear-mounted chain like the BMW N47; listen for rattle.Check: Cold-start video.
- noteValvematic controller (rare)Occasional Valvematic actuator faults; otherwise the engines are excellent.Check: Look for engine warning lights.
- moderateFleet and taxi mileageMany T27s were taxis or fleet cars with 400,000+ km.Check: Compare wear to mileage; ask for inspection history and VIN.
- noteSuspensionRear shocks and bushes wear; cheap.Check: Listen for knocks.
From the market
Real cars on sale right now
From the market
Engines actually on sale
Grouped from 620 live listings: what people are selling, at what price and mileage.
| Engine | Share | Typical price | Median mileage | Gearbox · drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1.8 Petrol · 147 hp 1.8 Premium | 31% | 37 000 PLN | 181 515 km | Manual / Automatic · FWD / RWD |
2.0 Diesel · 143 hp 2.0 D-4D Premium | 15% | 35 500 PLN | 191 335 km | Manual · FWD |
2.0 Diesel · 126 hp 2.0 D-4D Luna | 15% | 15 800 PLN | 284 000 km | Manual · FWD |
2.0 Diesel · 124 hp 2.0 D-4D Premium | 10% | 22 000 PLN | 255 570 km | Manual / Automatic · FWD |
2.0 Petrol · 152 hp 2.0 Prestige MS | 7% | 39 900 PLN | 184 500 km | Automatic / Manual · FWD |
2.2 Diesel · 150 hp 2.2 D-4D Prestige NAVI | 6% | 18 500 PLN | 256 600 km | Automatic / Manual · FWD |
1.8 LPG · 147 hp 1.8 Sol | 5% | 34 999 PLN | 231 000 km | Manual / Automatic · FWD / RWD |
1.6 Petrol · 132 hp 1.6 Premium | 4% | 31 000 PLN | 181 830 km | Manual · FWD |
From the market
Price by model year
Typical price and mileage for each model year on sale.
From the market
Most common versions
- Premium56
- Prestige20
- Active20
- Premium MS13
- Sol12
- Luna11
- Prestige MS11
- Comfort10
From the market
Equipment seen most often
Radio 100%ABS 100%ESP stability control 100%Multifunction steering wheel 89%Heated door mirrors 89%Passenger airbag 89%Front armrest 89%Rear armrest 89%Electric rear windows 89%Electric front windows 78%Electric door mirrors 78%Traction control 78%Fog lights 78%Power steering 78%
Our picks
Versions worth looking for
1.8 Valvematic Multidrive S Wagon, private owner
The most sensible used family car of its era.
1.6 Valvematic manual on LPG
Cheapest to run.