Toyota Avensis T250
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
150–177 PS
2.2L D-4D 177PS Diesel
Top diesel with bite
Decent124–126 PS
2.0L D-4D Diesel
7 weaknesses
Stay Away!Body Variants
The Toyota Avensis T250 is available as Limousine and Touring Sports — choose your body type for specific insurance data:
Generations
Engine Overview
The Toyota Avensis T250 is available with 7 engine variants — from 124 to 177 hp.
The Toyota 2.0L D-4D (Diesel, 126 PS) has the 1AD-FTV (2.0L D-4D) — rated: "Stay Away!", 7 known weaknesses.
The Toyota 2.2L D-4D (Diesel, 150 PS) has the 2AD-FTV (2.2L D-4D) — rated: "Stay Away!", 7 known weaknesses.
The Toyota 2.2L D-4D 177PS (Diesel, 177 PS) has the 2AD-FHV (2.2L D-4D 177PS) — rated: "Stay Away!", 6 known weaknesses.
The Toyota 1.8L (Benziner, 129 PS) has the 1ZZ-FE (1.8L) — rated: "Stay Away!", 6 known weaknesses.
The Toyota 2.0 D-4 (Benziner, 147–152 PS) has the 1AZ-FSE (2.0L D-4) — rated: "Stay Away!", 7 known weaknesses.
The Toyota 2.0L (Benziner, 147–152 PS) has the 1AZ-FE (2.0L) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Toyota 2.4L (Benziner, 163 PS) has the 2AZ-FE (2.4L) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Underbody Protection Inadequate, Rust Pockets Underbody protection on the T250 is only moderately applied. Rust pockets form at welded joints, subframes and sills. Symptoms: Brown discolouration on the underbody, bubbling paintwork on sills and wheel arches from 120,000 km | Medium |
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 55 weaknesses have been documented for the Toyota Avensis T250 (2003–2008) — 45 engine-related and 10 vehicle-related. 5 problem engines: 1ZZ-FE (1.8L), 1AD-FTV (2.0L D-4D), 2AD-FTV (2.2L D-4D), 2AD-FHV (2.2L D-4D 177PS), 1AZ-FSE (2.0L D-4). Typical issues affect Rust, Suspension, Electronics, Brakes.
Avensis (1AD-FTV, 2005–2008) — Stay Away!: Blown head gasket, Elevated oil consumption (despite recall), Overheating risk on cooling system failure. Power: 126 PS.
Avensis (2AD-FTV, 2005–2008) — Stay Away!: Hairline cracks in cylinder head, Coolant loss through cylinder head cracks, Injectors failing — biodiesel sensitivity. Power: 150 PS.
Avensis (2AD-FHV, 2005–2008) — Stay Away!: Hairline cracks in cylinder head (D-CAT), Turbocharger damage from intake hose defect, Coolant loss through head gasket. Power: 177 PS.
Avensis (1ZZ-FE, 2003–2008) — Stay Away!: Short-block issue: extreme oil consumption, Faulty valve stem seals, Water pump leaking. Power: 129 PS.
Avensis (1AZ-FE, 2003–2008) — Be Careful: Head gasket failure, Cylinder head bolts coming loose, Water pump leaking or failed. Power: 147–152 PS.
Avensis (2AZ-FE, 2003–2008) — Be Careful: Systematic oil consumption due to faulty piston design, Head gasket failure, Balance shaft plastic gear wearing out. Power: 163 PS.
Avensis (1AZ-FSE, 2003–2009) — Stay Away!: Elevated oil consumption from piston ring coking, Head gasket failure due to material defect, Intake valve carbon build-up from direct injection. Power: 147–152 PS.
What to watch out for with the Toyota Avensis? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee