Toyota is traditionally perceived as a reliable, unpretentious and easily repairable brand whose cars are valued in the aftermarket for their durability and high marketability.
This creates the impression that every Toyota model is a car with guaranteed quality for long-term use. However, among the brand's models there are also less successful options, the most striking example of which is the Aygo model.
Experts do not recommend buying a used Toyota Aygo due to several significant drawbacks. First, this car is equipped with a one-liter engine with a power of only 67 hp, which, unlike the rest of the units of the brand, is not famous for reliability. In city traffic jams and on the highway Aygo also does not have good acceleration.
The small resource of the engine is the main reason for these recommendations, but there is more. The low quality of the plastic in the cabin very quickly makes the cabin uncomfortable. After only two years, noises and creaks start from the dashboard and door frames.
In addition, the interior space of the hatchback leaves much to be desired. The rear seats are uncomfortable for adult passengers and the boot capacity of only 168 liters is very small for family trips or road trips. This design makes the Aygo a less practical choice compared to other Toyota models or competitors in the market.
In addition, the Aygo is not the most common model, and when you have to look for spare parts, you can often experience difficulties. They can be expensive on the aftermarket and in stores, and in some cases you'll have to pay extra for shipping.
These characteristics should be taken into account when choosing a used car to avoid unpleasant surprises and unnecessary costs in the future.