2009 TOYOTA Avensis Wagon 2.2L D-CAT 6MT FWD (180 HP)

Vehicle Overview

Toyota introduced the third generation of the Avensis in 2008 at the Paris Motor Show with a choice of three bodyworks: a sedan, a liftback, and a station wagon.

The European economy was still troubled by the world financial crisis. Still, Toyota didn’t want to wait and replaced the Avensis lineup. Since it had to make drastic changes for the upcoming (then) Euro 5 emission standards, it completely replaced the car. Even though it didn’t look like it invested too much in the design, it still performed enough upgrades to name its vehicle a new generation.

Sporting a big pair of headlights, swept-back on the sides, the Avensis looked bolder. The car’s profile looked sportier than before, with an ascending beltline and blackened B- and C-pillars. At the back, the raked-forward tailgate sported a roof spoiler at the top. Thus, the entire vehicle looked slightly sportier than its predecessor, which was kind of bland in terms of design. Thanks to the wide taillights extended from the rear quarter panels to the tailgate, the Avensis Wagon took a step further to a fresh, younger-looking vehicle.

The interior design was about the same as the 2007 model, but with some differences in the infotainment and safety systems. The rain and light sensors were available from the mid-trim level. Like its predecessor, the 2009 model featured a split-folding rear bench that expanded the trunk area.

Under the hood, Toyota installed only Euro 5 emission standards-compliant engines. In addition, it introduced a new 125 PS turbo-diesel engine that provided excellent fuel efficiency for its class. All versions were paired as standard with a six-speed manual gearbox, while a six-speed automatic was available for specific engines.