I used to like the Jam, the Clash, Stranglers etc. Now I have a Honda Accord and every time I see the new Avensis I think - I would really like one of those.
People won't agree I know., but for me the Toyota badge has more kudos than a Merc or Beemer. When I see the German marques, I think nice car but what a waste of money.
When I see the Avensis I think great car, great value, I want one.
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beauty, as always, in the eye of the beholder ... I am seeking a Japanese replacement for my Lexus (I want front wheel drive and hatchback). I cannot warm to the external appearance of the new Avensis, altho not quite as ugly as the Primera. Am now edging twds the Mazda 6 - reliability looks assured, just a case of quality of interior and ride etc, all to be tested when I try one.
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I have had a test drive in the Avensis Tourer and Mazda 6. The Mazda was good to drive and the steering was excellent but it seemed a lot noisier inside than the Avensis. I was pretty impressed with the Avensis, the ride was good, it was quieter than the Mazda, although I don't think it'll be as fun to drive. My taller partner felt she had more room in the Avensis both in the driving seat and at the back. There is also a touch more boot space. I do a lot of motorway driving and currently, if I have my partner with me, she'll be sitting in the back looking after our toddler so this swings me in favour of the Avensis.
I think both cars look good, the Avensis looks a bit like a Passat. The Mazda salesman that I dealt with was much more knowledgeable and interested in selling me the car. He was also more prepared to give me a good trade in price for my car and cut a deal on the list price. The Toyota salesmen didn't seem to want to talk discounts until I bought hard evidence.
The Avensis works out more expensive but you can get good discounts on the list price and if you put down enough cash interest free credit.
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I've just ordered a new Accord Tourer diesel and I wouldn't change it for an Avensis, although I had considered an Audi A4 Avant.
Can't wait to get it.
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A female Penang Chinese friend of ours thinks my long term Avensis is a really good looking car. HJ
What\'s that they say about Chinese women?
I dunno, but I bet it has nothing to do with motoring.... ND
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Robbie does have a point there - but probably not the one he had in mind.
Considering the cultural differences, e.g. architectural etc., something which appeals to Eastern eyes may not be the first choice of a Westerner.
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architects from the company I work for have come up with with a classic English village design for a "new town" in China - seems they admire many Western images these days.
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Having owned my new Corolla since early 2003, I would warn people to think twice about the "supposed good quality of Toyota cars and it's dealers". I'm still trying to get minor issue sorted NOW, let alone a few months ago when I told my dealer about them.
I've heard the Avensis is better, and I must admit to liking the car-and prices are starting to be discounted big time.
But I still like the Accord-in a few years there will be more Avensis than Accords, and I believe the Accord is better built.
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>>I used to like the Jam, the Clash, Stranglers etc. Now I have a Honda Accord and every time I see the new Avensis I think - I would really like one of those.<<
Maybe it's a (very) delayed subconscious response to the launch TV campaign which used Iggy Pop's the Passenger as the backing track. Mr Pop you should be ashamed of yourself!
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Yes, that ad convinced me to consider the MkI Avensis and following an initial drive I went for it. Big mistake. Dull dull dull dull dull with side order of seasickness due to the choppy ride. Never again.
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