- Durable 2.4-litre petrol engine
- Spacious and versatile interior
- High standard of interior fit and finish
- Generally comfortable ride…
- … though slight lack of compliance when unladen
- 2.0-litre petrol engine lacks low-rev torque
- Temporary spare tyre
Review: Toyota T250.I Avensis Verso (2001-03)
Overview
Released in December 2001, the Toyota T250 Series I (T250.I) Avensis Verso was a seven-seat people mover. The front-wheel drive Avensis Verso was powered by Toyota’s 2.0-litre 1AZ-FE four-cylinder petrol engine with double overhead cams and variable valve timing (Toyota’s ‘VVTi’). The Avensis Verso was available with either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission and in two variants: the entry-level GLX and the better-equipped Ultima.
Dimensions
Compared to the XR30 Tarago , the Avensis Verso was 100 mm shorter (at 4650 mm), 30 mm narrower (1760 mm), 95 mm lower (1675 mm) and had a 75 mm shorter wheelbase (2825 mm).
Inside, the Avensis had flexible interior arrangements – the second and third rows of seats could fold flat into the floor, while the second row could also slide, tilt and recline. The third row of seats, however, was only suitable for children. The Avensis Verso had 300 litres of luggage space behind the third row seats and a 132 litre storage box under the rear floor.
Suspension
The Avensis Verso was fitted with MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear axle.
| Variant | Engine | Trans. | Years | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLX | 2.0-litre petrol I4 (1AZ-FE) | 5sp man., 4sp auto |
2001-03 | 110 kW at 6000 rpm | 192 Nm at 4000 rpm |
| Ultima | 2.0-litre petrol I4 (1AZ-FE) | 4sp auto | 2001-03 |
Safety equipment
Standard safety equipment for the Avensis Verso GLX included of dual front airbags, ABS, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist and front seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters; the Ultima was further equipped with front-side airbags and front seat curtain airbags.
Features: Avensis Verso GLX and Ultima
Standard features for the Toyota Avensis Verso GLX included a six speaker sound system with CD player, air conditioning, velour upholstery, remote central locking, power windows and mirrors, a tilt adjustable steering wheel and an immobiliser.
The Avensis Verso Ultima was further equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels, front fog lamps, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, woodgrain interior trim, privacy glass, roof rails and a rear spoiler. Satellite navigation was available as an option for both the GLX and Ultima.
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Review: Toyota T250.II Avensis Verso (2003-10)
Overview
Released in December 2003, the Toyota T250 Series II (T250.II) Avensis Verso featured a new 2.4-litre engine, new electronically controlled transmission, improved equipment levels and upgraded suspension with linear-control valve dampers.
Visually, the T250.II Avensis Verso could be identified by its new headlights, radiator grille, bumpers, body-coloured exterior mirrors and a glass radio antenna. Inside, there was a new dark grey colour scheme, seat trim, steering wheel, instruments, more supportive front seats, UV-cut windscreen glass and front row vanity mirrors.
| Variant | Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLX, Ultima |
2.4-litre petrol I4 (2AZ-FE) | 4sp auto | 118 kW at 5700 rpm | 221 Nm at 4000 rpm |
Safety equipment
Compared to its T250.I predecessor, safety equipment for the T250.II Avensis Verso was substantially unchanged, though an improved brake master cylinder improved braking performance.
Features
Features were also improved with climate control air conditioning and cruise control made standard across the range.
Brochure
Related links
- Press Kit: Toyota XA30.II RAV4 and T250.II Avensis Verso with 2.4-litre 2AZ-FE engines (November 2003)
- Wikipedia.org: Toyota T250 Avensis Verso
