Is Toyota Estima a reliable car?

Reliability. This generation Estima is considered very reliable, especially later model versions – with its long life cycle Toyota has managed to perfect the vehicle. The engine uses a timing chain which will not require regular replacement.

How many miles will a Toyota Estima last?

You can expect an Estima to last from 270,000 to over 300,000 miles. The minivan can last way longer once given the required maintenance and the engine type. Estimas can have gasoline or diesel engines, with the later cheaper to maintain and longer lasting.

Is Toyota Estima fuel efficient?

The Estima wasn’t sold new in Australia by Toyota, so official fuel numbers aren’t readily available. From our research I would expect that you could get on average 10.5-11.0L/100 km.

Is Toyota Estima a 4wd?

The third generation Estima Hybrid, only sold in Japan and Hong Kong, is powered by Toyota’s 2.4-liter E-Four hybrid system with all-wheel drive. It is said to be similar to that of the Lexus RX 400h, but a generation behind.

Can a car last 30 years?

Another way of looking at it: “The average lifespan [of a car] is now almost 12 years,” says Eric Lyman, chief analyst at TrueCar. “It’s been a slow and steady climb over the past decades.” That’s because cars are smarter, better designed and better built than they were 20 to 30 years ago.

What engine does Toyota Estima have?

The Toyota Estima is mated with 3 engine options, the 2AZ-FE 2.4-liter engine, the 2GR-FE 3.5-liter engine, and 2AZ-FXE 2.4-liter I4 (hybrid) engine, which is available in both normal and hybrid versions. These are mated to either a 6-speed automatic, a 7-speed Super CVT-I, or a CVT automatic.

How many cc is Estima?

3,456cc
Toyota Estima: Basic Specifications

Is Toyota Estima still in production?

In October 2019, the stylish minivan Toyota Estima / Estima Hybrid disappeared from Toyota Website. Production has been discontinued as previously announced. The long model life of about 13 years has come to an end.

Is the Toyota Estima a good used car?

The system is complicated and very expensive to fix if faulty. The 2000–2006 Estima carries a four-star Used Car Safety Rating, the same as the Honda Odyssey and Kia Carnival launched slightly before it. Another alternative is the newer-generation Honda Odyssey sold from 2004, which carries a five-star rating.

When did the second generation Toyota Estima come out?

The motive behind the production of the smaller Emina and Lucida models is a lower tax band as the vehicle tax system in Japan is based on the product of length and width of the vehicle. The second generation Toyota estima replaced the first generation Toyota estima in 2000. It was a front wheel drive vehicle.

What was the difference between a Toyota Estima and a Tarago?

In a nutshell, the Toyota Estima offered amazing combinations of passenger accommodation and cargo carrying plus considerably more equipment than was available to buyers of the local Tarago version. For 2006 Toyota modernised the Estima/Tarago design and included even more features.

What kind of trim does Toyota Estima have?

The light tan trim in our 2004 Estima, the mid-range ‘Aeras’ version, makes this MPV feel even more spacious than it is, and it already has plenty of cabin space. The fake wood trim on the steering wheel and curvaceous dashboard also help, though sadly the light colour doesn’t hide wear and grime as can be seen in our images.