Toyota Avensis T220
The dependable British-built successor to the legendary Carina E.
- Power
- 110 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 10.5 s
- Top speed
- 121 mph
About the Toyota Avensis T220
Launched in 1997 to replace the venerable Carina E, the first-generation Toyota Avensis (T220) was designed specifically for the European market and built at Toyota's Burnaston plant in Derbyshire. While it prioritised comfort, refinement, and legendary reliability over driving excitement, it successfully established Toyota as a serious contender in the D-segment. The 1.8-litre engine featured 'lean burn' technology to improve fuel efficiency, a key selling point for fleet buyers and families alike. Though conservative in styling, its exceptional build quality and spacious interior made it a staple of British roads for over a decade.
Toyota Avensis T220 specs
The Toyota Avensis T220 produces 110 bhp (82 kW) and 155 Nm (114 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 10.5 seconds and has a top speed of 121 mph (195 km/h).
| Make | Toyota |
|---|---|
| Model | Avensis |
| Generation | T220 |
| Trim | 1.8 VVT-i |
| Years | 1997–2003 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 1.8-litre 16v inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,762 cc (1.8 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 110 bhp (82 kW) at 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 155 Nm (114 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,200 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 10.5 s |
| Top speed | 121 mph (195 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,180 kg (2,601 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 93 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Toyota Avensis T220 rarity in CarSpot
The Toyota Avensis T220 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Toyota Avensis T220 fun facts
- The Avensis name is derived from the French word 'avancer', which means 'to advance' or 'to move forward'.
- The estate version of the T220 Avensis was essentially a rebadged second-generation Toyota Caldina from the Japanese domestic market.
- In Greece, the Avensis was initially badged as the Toyota Corona for taxi use because the Corona name was synonymous with the taxi trade there.
