Toyota Auris hatchback 2013 review - CarBuyer

[SHARP]

I looked at the golf before I bought a diesel one of these. The golf had less gadgets, a shorter guarantee, only a 5 speed gear box, and was a lot more expensive. All this pushed me to the Toyota. It's a great car and I've never really regretted my choice. I'd agree the steering is a bit light for it to be fun, but it makes my daily 100 mile commute a breeze.

Having owned an ageing BMW before this, it’s great to have something reliable and cheap to run.

[raul]

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[klikk]

this is a very good daily driver imo. my mother has one and ive borrowed it many times. i like it, its comfortable, cheap and has everything you will need. its not a fun car or supposed to look like an awesome sportscar. Its just for getting you around cheaply and comfortably. And it does that well.

[biggerbitcoin]

Truth is German cars are better than Japanese cars in the first 4 years then Japanese cars are way better than German cars from 5 years on. I have both so I can comment fairly.

[gogutzy]

own one for some years now and 39.000 km - i would not trade it for anything else in the world as a daily driver.
it's comfortable, economical and reliable - more is honestly not needed for traveling from a to b to c and back.
oh, and the fuel consumption? i got less than what toyota states (3.58 l/100 km instead of the claimed 3.8 l/100 km (6 tanks below 3.8 until now)) - mindblowing.

[Danial]

The old Auris was much bigger than the Golf and also alot more reliable and comfortable. This new Auris is much better to look at and is better to drive.

[eddiemorris]

I got 75 MPG today by driving in power mode on my 63 plate Auris hybrid...Drive normal and you'll be fine

[eternalhalloween]

This is somewhat of an example of how we just can't have it all.

We can't have compact fuel economy, sports handling, luxury car comfort, estate car space, an affordable price, and a car that looks rich.

Don't get me wrong. I do respect Mat, and I think he gives for the most part fair evaluations. But this car, I think he was a bit harsh on.  

[EnviroMr]

Matt's got this one wrong unfortunately. I've just rented a brand new corolla/auris and it is a BIG leap forward in terms of handling and interior quality. The equipment level on the standard car is also very impressive. And no, it doesn't have 'porridge'' like steering. It handles a lot better than before and as good as, if not better than a Civic hatch!

[Olliebobalong]

You can really only take these sorts of review with a pinch of salt these days. They get so much submission and pay-outs from automakers - VW are renowned for doing it that's its hard to find a genuinely un-biased reviewer for cars. The interior quality is better than the latest golf. Toyota's plastics, leather (although fake) on the dashboard with white stitching really adds to a sense of quality. And the Lexus switchgear they are now using and Toyotas first class build quality is 2nd to none.

[fullfist]

i like the Auris design, the sharp connecting with the headlights seamlessly

[SkyValley-iqvf]

The comments about the steering are right. It is light. But we upgraded from a 1.3 yaris to a hybrid auris, and the auris has a ton more power and is way quieter. Its great for long journeys.

[Olliebobalong]

Your absolutely right. One of my friends lives in sri lanka, very hot conditions and the likes of VW with their "soft touch plastic" simply don't hold up in that heat, they melt and go slimy among with the many electrical and general durability problems.They loves Toyotas out there, in parts of Africa, all you see is helixes and land cruisers. Toyotas re proper quality cars, and their perceived quality has improved recently, but they are still as tough and as nice a car as they have always been.

[zanthony]

Toyotas look and feel cheap but can break the 500.000 km barrier unlike German cars which need overhaul at 200.000 kms or less.

[gogutzy]

3:23 very quiet until you floor it, but the scenery started moving fast enough :)

[Tednessful]

Industry has changed for Toyota as well, especially in Europe. Anyone saying the Auris isn't nice to drive is simply lying. Especially the hybrid versions with fully independent double-wishbone rear suspension. It isn't a Mégane Sport yet, but it's light years ahead from the older Auris and perfectly on par with the Astra or the Golf. This test-car has tiny 15" wheels which might contribute to lighten up the steering feel.

[gogutzy]

my pre facelift 2015 auris has already achieved 5 full tanks below the toyota declared fuel consumption (3, 58 to 3, 61 l/100 km).

[Sherukka]

I definitely don't agree with this review. The steering is miles better than anything before in a Toyota and is on par with the new Golf (better even if light), that means not the best in it's class but good enough. I actually drove these two cars after each other and I measured the noise level to be better in the Auris Hybrid than in the new Golf (road noise is terrible) on roads with bad surfaces. The Auris was actually more fun to drive! the suspension is also comfy in the Auris. Surpised!?

[JakeRoot]

I think its more along the line of "fit and finish". Generally most people 'prefer' a car that is built well and is nicely appointed. Not everyone cares, but its certainly a nice trait that Toyotas have traditionally come to be known for. My '11 Corolla is indeed quite boring but its well built and has a nice finish. Good enough for me.

[schandmaulrockt]

I am buying this Toyota. The only true negative part about the car is the very limited adjustment option of the steering wheel. you really have very limited options of dragging it out towards you and sitting a little back with the seat. this is really annoying. apart from that, it drives beautifully and the power is absolutely satisfying.

Volkswagen for example has a much better offer in that regard. But for the interior you pay 8000 more..