Faults:

Only changed the headlight bulbs.

The clutch on the diesels I was told is hard, and is the norm with these cars.

There was also a noise from the gearbox when you release the clutch pedal; it was diagnosed as a pilot bearing. The dealer was very accommodating, and changed the bearings in the gearbox, and fitted in a new clutch and dual mass flywheel. It's still a little hard, especially when in traffic, but I was told this is normal because it's a diesel.

General Comments:

It's my first diesel, it's a Corolla D4D, and I'm enjoying it. I like the power band when the turbo kicks in from 1800 RPM, and before you know it, you must worry about the speed traps. You can cruise at 160kms with this car and not even feel it.

This car is very spacious and comfortable for both the driver and passengers, and it has all the interior bells and whistles, leather seats, speedo, and a nice sound system. It's a luxury sedan with good performance and excellent fuel consumption.

The handling is pretty decent with the 205/55/16 tyres as standard. The braking is good as well (EBD).

The fuel consumption is brilliant; on the open road (highway) you can average 6.0L/100k.

I did a trip where I had to travel 1100km to my destination, and I managed 1050km on a full tank. I think I would have got more if there weren't so many hills and curvy roads.

Very pleased, and I think Toyota did well with this one, especially now with the high fuel prices.

Faults:

No problems since purchase.

General Comments:

Efficient, comfortable, classy small sedan.

Quiet interior with lots of amenities.

Quick, powerful engine.

Stable, comfortable ride.

I've recently purchased this car after shopping for an efficient used commuter vehicle, and am very impressed. I'm still regularly surprised at how quick the car is. I cannot imagine needing any more power from a commuter vehicle.

It rides firmly but comfortably, and corners well. I'm very impressed with the quietness of the interior. I've recently driven larger, more expensive vehicles with more road noise than this car. Gas mileage is good, as I'm averaging 28 city and 35 highway.

The JBS stereo lacks an AUX input, but has a 6-disc CD changer and sounds very good.

Interior build quality is very high. Great seat fabric and soft touch surfaces. Switches have a quality feel, and I love the high class dash lighting.

A telescoping wheel would make for a more comfortable driving position, but I've adapted.

The car has several safety options that have since become standard on the newer models, such as side curtain airbags, traction control, stability control and anti-lock brakes.

I test drove this car as well as a 2012 Honda Civic, and chose this car for its excellent seating position (high and easy to see out), its quieter ride, more upscale interior, quicker acceleration, and lower price.