The Toyota Auris II (E180) marks a turning point for the Japanese manufacturer in the European C-segment. Gone is the consensual design of the first generation; the Auris II adopts sharper lines and more dynamic road behavior. The real strength of this model is the popularization of the hybrid powertrain (1.8 HSD), which accounted for over 60% of sales in Europe. This technology, inherited from the Prius 3, offers exceptional reliability thanks to the absence of traditional wear parts (clutch, alternator, starter, timing belt). A major facelift (Phase 2) occurred in 2015, bringing a modernized dashboard, improved soundproofing, new suspension settings, and the introduction of new powertrains (1.2T gasoline and 1.6 D-4D of BMW origin). Available as a 5-door hatchback and a wagon (Touring Sp
The Toyota Auris II is an extremely rational and reassuring purchase choice, provided you target the 1.8 Hybrid (HSD) powertrain. It is in this configuration that it reveals its full potential: smooth driving, fuel savings, and almost unrivaled reliability in the used car market. Gasoline versions (1.2T and naturally aspirated) are very good alternatives for smaller budgets. However, diesel versions (D-4D) offer little interest compared to the hybrid, especially as they suffer from the usual ailments of this type of powertrain (DPF, EGR, chain on the 1.6). Opt for a Phase 2 model (after 2015) to benefit from a more upscale interior and better soundproofing.