Toyota Avensis T270
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
150–177 PS
2.2L D-4D 177PS Diesel
Detuned top diesel
Not Really124–126 PS
2.0L D-4D Diesel
7 weaknesses
Stay Away!Body Variants
The Toyota Avensis T270 is available as Limousine and Touring Sports — choose your body type for specific insurance data:
Generations
Engine Overview
The Toyota Avensis T270 is available with 6 engine variants — from 111 to 177 hp. 1 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Toyota 1.6L D-4D (Diesel, 111 PS) has the 1WW (1.6L D-4D) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.
The Toyota 2.0L D-4D (Diesel, 124–143 PS) comes with 2 different engines: 1AD-FTV (2009–2018, Stay Away!) und 2WW (2015–2018, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.0L D-4D!
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, 150 PS) has the 2AD-FHV (2.2L D-4D 177PS) — rated: "Stay Away!", 6 known weaknesses.
The Toyota 1.8L Valvematic (Benziner, 147 PS) has the 2ZR-FAE (1.8L Valvematic) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Toyota 2.0L Valvematic (Benziner, 147–152 PS) has the 3ZR-FAE (2.0L Valvematic) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Underbody Rust from Inadequate Corrosion Protection The Avensis T270 suffers from insufficient underbody corrosion protection. Symptoms: Visible rust on the underbody, corrosion on subframes. | Medium | |
| Rust on Axles and Floorpan Surface rust on axles and floorpan appears as early as 4–5 years. Rust pockets form on suspension components and underbody cross-members, appearing earlier on vehicles from salt-treated roads. Symptoms: Visible rust spots and pitting on axle parts, cross-members and suspension components during underside inspection from 80,000 km | Medium |
Top Reported Issues
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 58 weaknesses have been documented for the Toyota Avensis T270 (2009–2018) — 47 engine-related and 11 vehicle-related. 3 problem engines: 1AD-FTV (2.0L D-4D), 2AD-FTV (2.2L D-4D), 2AD-FHV (2.2L D-4D 177PS). Typical issues affect Rust, Brakes, Suspension, HVAC.
Avensis (1AD-FTV, 2009–2018) — Stay Away!: Blown head gasket, Elevated oil consumption (despite recall), Overheating risk on cooling system failure. Power: 124–126 PS.
Avensis (2AD-FTV, 2009–2018) — Stay Away!: Hairline cracks in cylinder head, Coolant loss through cylinder head cracks, Injectors failing — biodiesel sensitivity. Power: 150 PS.
Avensis (2AD-FHV, 2009–2018) — Stay Away!: Hairline cracks in cylinder head (D-CAT), Turbocharger damage from intake hose defect, Coolant loss through head gasket. Power: 150 PS.
Avensis (1WW, 2015–2018) — Be Careful: EGR condensation water damages throttle body and engine, Recall: Fire risk due to faulty EGR, Premature timing chain failure possible. Power: 111 PS.
Avensis (2WW, 2015–2018) — Be Careful: Recall: fuel leak at low-pressure line, EGR cooler: coolant leak and carbonisation, Timing chain on gearbox side — N47 inheritance. Power: 143 PS.
Avensis (2ZR-FAE, 2009–2018) — Be Careful: Head gasket giving way, Faulty Valvematic control unit, Timing chain tensioner losing tension. Power: 147 PS.
Avensis (3ZR-FAE, 2009–2018) — Be Careful: Faulty Valvematic unit, Elevated oil consumption, Elevated oil consumption from piston rings. 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