1993 Toyota Carina Executive review from UK and Ireland
"A great all rounder, but dull. This helps to make them seriously cheap second hand buys"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
New rear suspension needed at about 110000 miles and a new water pump needed at about 90000 miles.
General comments?
This car has been fantastic. So good, in fact, that I currently own 3! A 1.6, a 1.8 and the 2.0 Executive. The 2 liter engine is very smooth and powerful. It is also very economical. On a run I can get 45 mpg and round town it averages about 30mpg. That's with a light foot. I have never had it serviced properly. I just have the oil and filters changed every 15000 miles. Strangely, the 1.6 is the least economical of the lot.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1993 |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 85000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 118000 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Cavalier |
| Date of Entry | 31st August, 2005 |