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Toyota · Hatchback · 2012–2019

Toyota Auris E180 Schrägheck

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

3.3 / 5.0 · Based on 7 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

129–147 PS

1.8L Valvematic Benzin

Auris with a surprise

Fun to Drive!
Most Reliable Engine

132 PS

1.6L Valvematic Benzin

6 weaknesses

Good Choice
Problem Engine

124–126 PS

2.0L D-4D Diesel

7 weaknesses

Stay Away!

Engine Overview

The Toyota Auris E180 Schrägheck is available with 7 engine variants — from 75 to 147 hp.

1.4L D-4D · Diesel· 90 PS
2012 2019
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
1.6L D-4D · Diesel· 111 PS
2012 2019
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
2.0L D-4D · Diesel· 124–126 PS
2012 2015
Stay Away! 7 weaknesses
1.2L Turbo · Benziner· 116 PS
2015 2019
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
1.6L Valvematic · Benziner· 132 PS
2012 2019
Good Choice 6 weaknesses
1.8L Valvematic · Benziner· 147 PS
2012 2019
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
Auris Hybrid · Benziner Hybrid· 136 PS
2012 2019
Good Choice 7 weaknesses

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
Rear Brake Discs Rust on Hybrid

On the hybrid Auris the rear brakes are barely used mechanically as regeneration handles deceleration. Brake discs corrode heavily.

Symptoms: Scraping or grinding from the rear after extended standing, brake smell, MOT advisory
from 90,000 km
Low

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Toyota Auris E180 Schrägheck have? +
The Toyota Auris E180 as Schrägheck has 56 known weaknesses, 11 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Good Choice: 1ZR-FAE (1.6L Valvematic), 2ZR-FXE (1.8L Hybrid).
Is the Toyota Auris E180 Schrägheck worth buying used? +
The Toyota Auris E180 Schrägheck is a good choice as a used car — 2 of 7 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee

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