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Avensis Saloon
It doesn't score highly for style, but the Avenis's dashboard gets top marks for ease of use, thanks to its bold, simple controls. The only quirk is the push-button handbrake, which takes some getting used to. The driver's seat is comfortable, although the system for adjusting the backrest angle is a little fiddly. Visibility is excellent; the rear view is a lot clearer than that in many rivals'.
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Running Costs
The Avensis is comparable on price to its key rivals, but in the long-term it should hold its value better than a Ford Mondeo. You might not get a huge discount on the Avensis, but decent savings should be possible. The 2.0-litre diesel engine emits less CO2 than most rivals', which keeps company car tax bills low.
Avensis
It doesn't score highly for style, but the Avenis's dashboard gets top marks for ease of use, thanks to its bold, simple controls. The only quirk is the push-button handbrake, which takes some getting used to. The driver's seat is comfortable, although the system for adjusting the backrest angle is a little fiddly. Visibility is excellent; the rear view is a lot clearer than that in many rivals.
Running Costs
The Avensis is comparable on price to its key rivals, but in the long-term it should hold its value better than a Ford Mondeo Estate. You might not get a huge discount on the Avensis, but decent savings should be possible. The 2.0-litre diesel engine emits less CO2 than most rivals', which keeps company car tax bills low.