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Toyota · Micro Car · 2014–2022

Toyota Aygo AB40

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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

Generations

Engine Overview

The Toyota Aygo AB40 is available with one engine variant at 65 hp.

1.0L · Benziner· 68–72 PS
2014 2022
Good Choice 6 weaknesses

The Toyota 1.0L (Benziner, 68–72 PS) has the 1KR-FE (1.0L) — rated: "Good Choice", 6 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
●Rapid Brake Disc Wear in City Use

Brake discs wear above average with frequent stop-and-go driving.

Symptoms: Squealing under braking, vibration in the pedal.
from 40,000 km
Ad Brake discs Aygo AB40
 Low

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 16 weaknesses have been documented for the Toyota Aygo AB40 (2014–2022) — 6 engine-related and 10 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Brakes, Electronics, Gearbox, Body. 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 AB40 have? +
The Toyota Aygo AB40 has 6 known engine weaknesses and 10 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Toyota Aygo AB40? +
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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 AB40 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Toyota Aygo AB40. 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 AB40 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Toyota Aygo AB40 — 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 AB40 worth buying used? +
The Toyota Aygo AB40 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 AB40? +
The Toyota Aygo AB40 is available with engine variants from 65 to 72 hp. Petrol: 1KR-FE (1.0L).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee