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Hi there, I'm looking to spend $8-$10k on a sedan vehicle and interested in the Nissan Teana 2.3 or Toyota Avensis 2.0. Are there any blaring concerns with either of these models I should be wary of. I like the roomy size of both these cars as we have teenage children who take up as much room as an adult really when we travel together as a family. Any other suggestions of car make/model to conisder would be appreciated.
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These are both good cars, but the Nissan Teana probably has the edge over the Avensis due to the D4 engine in the evensis being prone to carbon build-up as they age.
However, the Teana is relatively thirsty, with a claimed fuel economy of 8.9L/100km, which is a couple of litres more than Toyota claims for the Avensis.
Mazda6 or Accord Euro could be worth a look too.
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Thanks very much ! Do I need to wary about any CVT problems with any of these models...I'd be looking at 2005 or 2006 models I think
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No, I've checked our database and these shouldn't have CVTs. I'm always cautious with import models though, as we've seen some oddball spec cars at times that have taken us by surprise!