The TOYOTA AVENSIS (2009-12) 5DR TOURER 1.8 V-MATIC 146 T4 MDRIVE CVT AUTO is a practical mid-size estate, offering more luggage space than the Avensis saloon. In the UK used-car market, it competes with family-focused alternatives such as the Ford Mondeo and Volkswagen Passat estates, for everyday family use. mycarcheck.com records 129 look-ups covering 39 different VINs, giving a useful snapshot of examples checked. Their average private-sale valuation is £2,900, with average recorded mileage of 121,000 miles and annual mileage of 7,000. Cars had about 3.3 previous keepers on average, so check each car’s history and condition carefully overall. The 1.8-litre petrol engine and automatic transmission suit commuting and family trips, while the estate body helps with holidays, shopping and loads. It is best for buyers wanting comfort and versatility. Compared with rivals, the Avensis is known as a sensible, understated choice; an inspection matters at this age.