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Just be careful when doing that. The nose weight of a bike carrier, plus the weight of an electric bike usually means you can only legally carry one bike as the nose weight is exceeded with two bikes

Many thanks for all your help regarding this. I went to my local dealer who was very helpful. as it turns out when I was adjusting some settings I must have changed something, there is a setting on the tablet Menu- vehicle and scroll down it switches the smart entry and start feature off and on, this is to prevent someone cloning your key. it effectively disables the key remotely so the car will only open with one of the buttons pressed and only start when the fob is in very close proximity to the start button. A bit embarrassing really but new car it would be rude not to have a fiddle. anyway it’s all sorted and I can hopefully get on with enjoying it. Thanks again

The fact that Toyota still have a reputation for reliability when almost every other manufacturer has lost theirs, esp. other japanese manufacturers, and even the germans, does say something...! Because of that I can't really fault them for concentrating on the core important areas (i.e. the drivetrain, safety), at the expense of other things (e.g. interior and infotainment).

In my previous jobs I worked for a number of component suppliers to a number of car makers - including Toyota at Burnaston. When I decided to go self-employed the car I chose to buy was as a (used) Toyota. Why? - because Toyota was my most demanding customer. Components were tested to death - and no changes, no matter how small, were allowed without very thorough testing and approval. However, problems do sometimes occur, despite the best efforts of both Toyota and their suppliers. It’s not always due to cost cutting. Rest assured that the supplier of these bushes will have been put through the wringer to resolve the issue - most probably at a large cost to the supplier - both financially and in terms of reputation. But as we all know, s…. happens. And it’s how you resolve the issue that is important.

I also like the old Lexus Landcruiser models like the LX470 etc.

In fairness it is very much luxury at the back, especially with the captain seats, the DVD and tinted windows. Only thing the Estima lacks is the swivel seats.

Hah, this reminds me of when we went looking for one for my dad - For some reason there are loads of Estima dealers on the A13/A127. I think TM UK was one we visited, as well as Autobuddies, Goodmayes Motors and Toho (Which turned out was a bit weird as the address just took us to an industrial unit and the only person there was the mechanic (?) who was preparing the cars after import for sale!) They all seemed generally okay to talk to, but then they would as they're trying to sell you a car! Don't know what they'd be like post-sale as we didn't get one in the end; Dad didn't want to deal with the potential issues with parts and insurance. They'd usually have recommendations of insurers who will insure imports (Be sure to ask for the list!), and often offer options like the aforementioned headunit retrofit. Definitely think up and write down any questions you have beforehand and try not to get too distracted; I do remember the Toho mechanic kept trying to big up the larger vehicles like the Elgrand and Alphard but they were even more ridiculous (I've seen camper vans smaller than those behemoths! ) The Estima itself is an ostentatiously luxurious land barge - The MPG is gonna be garbage no matter which one you get - Even the hybrid is just a token effort, probably just to get the CO2 rating down, as it isn't much better than the petrol ones in terms of power or economy, but it's got Lexus-levels of refinement and luxury and sooo much space. Your passengers will have the time of their lives, esp. in the more ridiculous ones like the ones with reclining 'captains seats' and electric everything It's a lovely place to leisurely cruise around in. Try and look at as many as you can as there are a mindboggling number of variants, drivetrains (2.4, 2.4 hybrid, 3 v6, AWD, eAWD etc.) different trim levels between different models and even just the seating you have 7 seats, 8 seats, captains seats, swivel seats...! I think the biggest downside the Estima has (Aside from being quite thirsty) will be the insurance as we've had quite a few members struggle to find an insurer who wasn't quoting for not only both arms and legs but also a selection of internal organs too. I don't know why Toyota never homologated them for use here - If they made a modern one, esp. with the new more powerful hybrid drivetrains, I'm sure they'd sell pretty well and insuring them would be far easier!

Some are activated carbon filters and some are just ordinary paper filters. I can buy either for my Avensis and I suppose that will apply to every car. Usually, the carbon filter is the dark grey one and the ordinary filter whiteish. They are activated for a reason. And the activation doesn’t last forever.

True... but more tread/road/contact causes inefficiency too. I found it best on a previous Yaris Hybrid to have inflation at 2 psi more than recommended. Reason for this was the tyre wear was on both inner and outer on all tyres for the first year of driving - then after 2 psi more the 2nd and 3rd year was constant even wear. So on my Corolla i have the same.

On older models is much better positioned next to the even better joystick gear shifter. I use ev mode button every day as I drive constantly downhill and have my hybrid battery topped up so often 🔋👍

There are two main types of tyre noises from car tyres: 1. The faulty wheel bearing noise (whining) - this comes from under inflated tyres or some all season and winter tyres. Usually happens on very smooth asphalt and or at lower speeds . 2. The rumble noise - this is happening when tyres are over inflated or too hard as been aged, or has protector deformed, the noise can be more prominent at rough asphalt and at all speeds. Best to stick close to the recommended values. Correct tyres pressures are responsible not only for safety, better efficiency and handling but also for suspension, bearings and shocks longevity and perhaps your plastics inside the interior. Make the tyres rock hard and you will kill all of those above 😬

My guess you tried either a GR Sport or an Excel. Design and below have less hugging seats.

It does show a difference in culture between a japanese horn and, say, a german one. Definitely more of a polite "Pardon me sir" than a "GET THE F*** OUT THE WAY YOU **$&$%& *%$£& OR I'LL &$"$%$£ YOUR WHOLE FAMILY!" I sometimes feel I need a variety of horns for different situations, e.g. "Hello is anyone on the other side of this single-lane blind corner??" and "Excuse me fellow driver but the lights have changed!" and "Pardon me fellow driver but if you could pull forwards just a touch I'll be able to get past you into this left turn" and the always useful "I'M RIGHT HERE USE YOUR *$£#@#%£ EYES INSTEAD OF TURNING INTO THE SIDE OF ME WITHOUT LOOKING YOU BLIND **$%&$* IT'S MIRROR SIGNAL MANOEUVRE YOU IGNORANT #@+=$£&!!"

I've tried it a few times in the past 4 weeks that i've had my car and i love it. I have to force myself to go back to normal. My advice, don't try it.. 😂

Just for info: Had my GR Sport 2 months... and about 2 weeks ago noticed an annoying clunking sound from the drivers front suspension area. Only noticeable at 5 to 15 mph... either straight or turning... and generally when going over slightly uneven road surface or when going over a grate, etc. Toyota had it this morning and after a little searching and checking they have tracked it down to anti-roll bar bushes - a known issue with these as there is an upgraded part for it. So it will be done on Thursday morning. Here's hoping that fixes the clunking sound.

Presuming you bought it from a dealer, I'd query the fault with them with regard to them sorting it.

What I find with my Yaris is it's lots of hard acceleration that hurts the mpg; Once I get it up to speed and let it settle down to cruise, it seems to run the engine around 2000rpm whether I'm doing 40mph or 70mph, so it can still remain pretty efficient at higher speeds - Much more so than the previous one. I was on an airport run on the weekend, set cruise control for 70mph with a Yaris full of people and luggage and the car was at 2100-2200rpm for almost the whole run except for the hilly bits. I think I actually gained some of the mpg back that I'd been burning off during my work commute previously in the week as I was up 4mpg at the end! One thing I have found in the car is I'm usually a lot less bothered about how fast I'm going, esp. on the motorway, as I usually just flick on the cruise control and let the car follow whoever's in front of me. It's partly because the car has so much instant burst acceleration I know if I get bored I can overtake whenever I like, but also with the CC on I don't have to concentrate on controlling the speed and sortof mentally off-load that onto the car while I concentrate on stopping the LTA/auto-steer from trying to kill me

If you don't need space, go for HB. Also most cab driver drive TS, so please be aware if this affects you.

Ours was a stock Design, but if sensors were available without the 17” rims and sports suspension we may have factory ordered. I think it is listening to customers rather than replacement for Dynamic as the GR Sport replaced that.

If you have an obd adapter like Carista and android phone you can download app that allows you to check battery temperature, modules , voltage , cooling fan speeds etc, all these may help you out. Android apps : Hybrid Assistant, Dr. Prius . iOS app Carista works great 👍 When is hot outside temperatures 20C° and more you have to use AC to keep your cabin cool and the cooler air will also cool down the hybrid battery.

In this particular car the estate wins by all means, although hatchback is still very good car with a limited rear leg room. I can do with hatchback for my needs as we have two cars but if we are done to one car then estate has to be for more comfort on the rear seats and extra boot space.

Sorry we couldn't help with a competitive quotation. Regards, Dan.

Which is the later/upgraded head unit with Apple Carplay/Android Auto as standard. See the following re the retro fit arrangements -

Yea, and e.g. for me it's not practical as I am usually parked on a slope, so I'd rather risk the rear brakes getting stuck than the parking pawl being torn off!

That's something I had'nt thought about so will have to do some calculations. The batteries weigh 2.15KG each and can be removed and carried in the boot and I can remove the seats from each bike but that's about it really. I am not sure yet what the max nose weight is for the Aygo but I suspect it's around 50KG like the Yaris according to what I found on a website earlier. If that's the case then I don't see this as an option to be honest, thanks for bringing it to my attention.

Update The washer fluid tank was indeed empty, I refilled it and all is working as should

Yes , that’s the one. 👍

Thank-you all, I did not order the protection pack as I didn’t require all that it contained. I will keep an eye out on the Toyota eBay for rubber mats … you never know my dealer might throw in a set for free as they did for Peachysheff above 🙂

I have seen plenty of fuel filler pipes rotten these, you get fuel spills from the neck when going around corners, that certainly would not help the MPG, check that out The fuel tank thing was USA specific, it did not affect European cars

Thanks for the update John and I’m glad everything was sorted out. The reason for me asking for an update was because I’ve had the same problem. I’m happy to advise that Toyota have also agreed to resolve the issue which was coolant leaking into the exhaust system via a part which has since been upgraded.

I feel for you.

NASY, Hayzee and AnApeNamedJoe, many thanks for the replies, all very encouraging!

Thanks for the heads up The guy I bought it off has been getting it serviced every 6000 miles . I checked the oil on the dipstick and it looks fresh. Inverter coolant still a bright pink colour Drives really nice ( better than my Mercedes E300 bluetech hybrid that dropped oil everywhere and repair costs were spiralling out of control )

Sorted 2 blown fuses , Number 5 (20 amp) and number 9 (10 amp) I don't know whose idea it was to put the fusebox under the glovebox but what a PITA to get to

That's the trouble with all these options, it's too easy to inadvertently make a change to a setting.

I get exactly the same problem with mine and it's very annoying. After i collected my car 5 weeks ago i was told by the dealer that there are some known issues with the app, which Toyota are trying to solve.

I was sure on the GR Sport specs the rev counter was in fact the power gauge... but it is a rev counter. Shame they did not allow for an adaptable choice (rev counter or gauge). But on the main display you can have the power gauge if you wish... and I always have it on the HUD.

I reckon your's will more likely be early to mid June. Can't see it being in transit but ETA 1st July!? Mines showing as the 5th July and still sat in processing.

Thanks, that's really helpful - thinking about investing in folding bikes but was uncertain about how I could take them with me on trips.

If it's the same as mine, go into the MyT app, swipe right to left on the picture of the car. Choose Car Settings and turn Privacy Mode on. If you want to turn it back on for other users, do the same and turn it back on after your journey.

I think for this car 40mpg is perhaps on the normal side for town driving and some A roads. If doesn’t start first time you may need to look at fuel air mixture, something about spark plugs again even if they look good if they have 50+ k miles better put a new oem ones, then throttle body, maf sensor check and clean. , replace air filter if it’s dirty. Also if the car burns oil it may clogging the lambda sensors and cat converter. You can try wynns catalytic converter and lambda sensor cleaner. The type of oil you have in the car, I believe the correct one is 0w20. Also you may want to try 99 E5 fuel, this later 95 E10 especially from some supermarkets is not a good fuel, my car just does not like it at all.

Not really sure what the problem is Garry, could be something drawing current from the 12v battery when the car is stationary and locked up ? The dealer should be able to pinpoint the problem using the fault codes. Interested to see what the problem is, keep us posted 👍

On my Volvo and Landrovers I always used Autoglym Leather Care Balm. Usually applied it twice a year with good results, would recommend 👍 My RAV4 has SofTex synthetic leather which does not need the same care as real leather.

The 2 litre hybrid doesn't need sport mode, it's more then quick enough in normal mode. It's basically a gimmick copied from other manufacturers ( the German ones mainly )

Welcome...good choice. Just go see as many examples as you can. They are a great vehicle, reliable and well built. I know nothing of the hybrids (I've had my V6 for 6 years and been totally satisfied on every level.).but I'm not sure that there is much difference between them in terms of mpg...but other's may have found differently. I know nothing of TM I'm afraid. Good luck with your search.

A couple of photos as it's parked right at the end of the drive - to protect from delivery guy ! ! Got 3 cars now so not much room until the Yeti finds a new home !

Smart move by Toyota, distance themselves away from Arnold Clark.

The whole situation was very difficult. I am no car tech expert (and I'm happy to be that way) so I had to go with whatever the dealer told me. I was without a car and needed to get mine fixed. I emailed the CEO having heard nothing from Toyota through normal channels. Within 48 hours I heard from a customer adviser. There was a protracted period of emails the upshot of which was; I was advised that the head gasket was blown. Coolant had got into the exhaust system and the cat converter(s) needed to be replaced. I had to take the dealers advise over this. Toyota paid for all the replacement parts and the dealer reduced the labour charge. The car was not under the extended warranty scheme due to covid and my reluctance to travel to the dealer for servicing (I'm an old guy and part of a vulnerable group). I had the car serviced locally which meant no extension to the warranty. The car was returned to me and everything now appears to be fine. As and unrelated aside, Toyota have withdrawn their franchise from the dealer (Arnold Clark). I live near Aberdeen, Scotland and the nearest Toyota dealers now are in Dundee and Inverness. Totally ridiculous!

The last puncture I had was caused by a severe pothole strike which tore the sidewall. Fortunately I had the foresight to buy a spare wheel, jack etc and keep them under the floor. I was on the move again in less than 15 minutes. The TRK is only good for simple punctures - and a total waste of time if you need to get somewhere on a deadline (which I often do). A spare wheel is the solution for me any day of the week. But as always, it’s horses for courses.

I'm very happy with Michelin Cross Climates ... but even I am getting bored with the number of times I've said so ... 😁