The 2015 Toyota Avensis is now available to order, with a new design outside and in, more equipment and new engines, including a 1.6-litre diesel. Prices will start from £17,765 for the saloon, while a Tourer estate will also be available and the first customer deliveries are expected in June.
Externally the Avensis has a sharper look, with a nose inspired by the ‘X’ motif first seen adorning the Toyota Aygo supermini. Heavily sculpted side sills, new alloy wheels and re-styled rear lights complete the makeover.
Equipment is generous, with air-con, cruise control, LED daytime running lights and Toyota’s Pre-Crash Safety system all standard. Business Edition brings features like touchscreen sat-nav, DAB radio and Automatic High Beam, with LED headlights and smart entry if you upgrade to Plus.
Excel brings connected services, a ten-speaker stereo, leather upholstery and adaptive headlights. The Tourer estate also gets a panoramic sunroof. If you want to stand out, a Chrome Pack adds exterior trim highlights for £250.
A 1.8-litre petrol will also be offered with either a six-speed manual or CVT auto gearbox, averaging around 47mpg.