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Toyota · Micro Car · 2005–2014

Toyota Aygo AB10

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
5.0 / 5.0 · Based on 1 engine variants

Generations

Engine Overview

The Toyota Aygo AB10 is available with one engine variant at 65 hp.

1.0L · Benziner· 68–69 PS
2005 2014
Good Choice 6 weaknesses

The Toyota 1.0L (Benziner, 68–69 PS) has the 1KR-FE (1.0L) — rated: "Good Choice", 6 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!Brake Lines Corrode

On older AB10 models brake lines corrode above average.

Symptoms: Pressure loss under braking, wet spots under the vehicle
from 130,000 km
Ad Brake line Aygo AB10
 Low
●Brake Discs Wear Quickly

Brake discs on the Aygo AB10 are soft-spec and wear above average in city use.

Symptoms: Brake noise, increased stopping distance, visibly worn brake discs
from 60,000 km
Ad Brake disc Aygo AB10
 Low

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 16 weaknesses have been documented for the Toyota Aygo AB10 (2005–2014) — 6 engine-related and 10 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Brakes, Electronics, Gearbox, Rust. Considered reliable: 1KR-FE (1.0L).

What to watch out for with the Toyota Aygo? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Toyota Aygo AB10 have? +
The Toyota Aygo AB10 has 6 known engine weaknesses and 10 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Toyota Aygo AB10? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: 1KR-FE (1.0L). The most reliable engine is the 1KR-FE (1.0L) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the 1KR-FE (1.0L).
Which Toyota Aygo AB10 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Toyota Aygo AB10. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 6 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Toyota Aygo AB10 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Toyota Aygo AB10 — rated: "Decent". {description} 50 kW in an 840 kg featherweight — surprisingly direct and nimble around town. On country roads the three-pot gets loud; motorway driving is endured, not enjoyed.
Is the Toyota Aygo AB10 worth buying used? +
The Toyota Aygo AB10 is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 1 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Toyota Aygo AB10? +
The Toyota Aygo AB10 is available with engine variants from 65 to 72 hp. Petrol: 1KR-FE (1.0L).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee