Used Toyota Verso MPV 2006 - 2009 reliability review
Clever and practical seven-seater MPV
MPV
Jump to:
What's the used Toyota Verso like?
Ownership cost
Our recommendations
Reliability
Stuart Milne
Updated: 1 January 2006
How we test cars
What should I look for in a used Toyota Verso?
When it comes to customer satisfaction surveys, the lower half of the league table is somewhere Toyota just doesn't go. Indeed, the Japanese company traditionally occupies a podium position, and strong results for the Corolla hatchback and impressive build quality bode well for the Verso's future.
It hasn't been without its faults, though. As you'll see on the Vehicle and Operator Safety Agency website at www.vosa.gov.uk, there have been recalls to deal with faulty airbags. In some instances, the passenger bag has gone off on its own, while more worryingly, some airbags have failed to deploy. Ensure that the vehicle you are looking for has complied with any recalls it may have been subject too.
However, the good news is that, so far there is little evidence of any recurring mechanical problems. But, as always, check all electrical components fully and pay attention to the gearchange and clutch.
Tips & Advice
Don’t miss a recall
If your car is to be recalled, you should arrange the work to be carried out quickly. Sign up to our recall alerts to ensure you’ll not miss a thing
Check for outstanding recalls
Many cars are recalled so that faults can be put right. Recall work shouldn’t cost you a penny, and they’ll make your car safer or more mechanically robust. Checking if your car has been recalled is easy
Ensure you have breakdown cover
Thousands of What Car? readers deliver their verdict on the best breakdown companies helping you to choose the best cover
About the writer
Name: Stuart Milne
Title: Digital editor
Follow Stuart Milne on
Stuart has been a motoring journalist for more than 25 years, writing and editing for a wide range of consumer titles. Today, Stuart is responsible for the smooth running of whatcar.com and all of its related social and digital channels. And he’s the man responsible for making sure you're able to find What Car?’s industry-leading content whenever you search for it.
News & Advice
News
2015 Toyota Verso gets trim and engine upgrades
The Toyota Verso gets some upgrades for 2015, with a new trim level and more equipment
Mon May 11 2015
News
Toyota Verso gets engine and spec upgrades for 2014
* Toyota Verso gets new 1.6-litre diesel engine
* New 'Trend' trim also being introduced
* Deliveries to start in March 2014
Thu Jul 12 2018
News
Readers review new Toyota Verso
* Readers rate the Verso's mid-life upgrade
* Watch the video verdict, here
* On sale this month from 17,495
Mon Feb 11 2013
News
2013 Toyota Verso preview
* Rate the Versos mid-life upgrade
* Decide if this is the MPV for your family
* On sale this month from 17,495
Tue Jan 15 2013
See all latest advice