Toyota Avensis 2003 1.6 16v VVT-i

Toyota Avensis 2003 1.6 petrol description

Sedan Toyota Avensis 2003 1.6 16v VVT-i has been produced from January, 2003 to July, 2006. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 110 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 150 Nm (Newton metres) on 3800 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 180 000 to 300 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Toyota Avensis 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.7 litres.

Toyota Avensis 2003 1.6 16v VVT-i has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Toyota Avensis 2003 1.6 16v VVT-i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Toyota Avensis 2003 1.6 16v VVT-i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.2 litres per 100km (13.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 9.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 820 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1020 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Toyota is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Toyota Avensis fuel consumption.

Toyota Avensis safety

During safety testing Toyota Avensis has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Toyota Avensis is evaluated with five stars, and for pedestrian protection Toyota Avensis got one star.

Toyota Avensis 2003

Toyota Avensis 2003 1.6 16v VVT-i technical data

Model: Toyota Avensis 1.6 16v VVT-i
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2003. January ... 2006. July 
Engine: 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 172 g/km
Power: 110 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 150 NM ON 3800 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 195 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.2 (combined) 9.5 (urban) 5.8 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.4 l/100km (31.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres (15.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.63m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.48m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters
Gross weight: 1300 kg

Toyota Avensis 2003 1.6 16v VVT-i engine 3ZZ-FE

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 180,000 to 300,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1598 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 79 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 81.5 mm
Compression ratio 10.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Toyota Avensis 2003 1.6 16v VVT-i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.7 litres (3.9 quarts)
Power 110 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 150 NM ON 3800 RPM
Start of production (year) 1997
Duration of production 12 years
Engine also used on Toyota Corolla Toyota Corolla Verso

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Toyota Avensis sedan [2003 - 2006] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Toyota Avensis 2003 1.6 16v VVT-i

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 110 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Toyota Avensis 2003 1.8 16v VVT-i

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 129 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Toyota Avensis 2003 1.8 16v VVT-i 1.8 Petrol 129 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (4)
Toyota Avensis 2003 2.0 16v VVT-i D4 2.0 Petrol 147 HP 8.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Toyota Avensis 2003 2.0 16v VVT-i D4 2.0 Petrol 147 HP 9.2 l/100km Automatic (4)
Toyota Avensis 2003 2.0 D-4D

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 116 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Toyota Avensis 2005 2.2 D-4D Apr 2005 — Jul 2006

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.2 Diesel 150 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (6)
Toyota Avensis 2005 2.2 D-4D D-CAT Apr 2005 — Jul 2006

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds

2.2 Diesel 177 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6)
Toyota Avensis 2003 2.4 16v VVT-i D4 Jul 2003 — Jul 2006

Most powerfull petrol version (163 HP)

2.4 Petrol 163 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (5)
Toyota Avensis 2003 reviews
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