Toyota Auris reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Toyota Auris is a family hatchback. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 115 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 174 of 442, and 27.5% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is stop lamp (3.9% of tests).
Ranked 174 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League, and 9 of 30 family hatchbacks
In 2024, 153,795 Toyota Aurises aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 27.5% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Toyota Auris is 13% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
27.5%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
9,300
Typical age at test: 10 years
Toyota Auris MOT failure rate by age
Most common Toyota Auris MOT faults
- Stop lamp: not working3.9% of tests
- Position lamp: not working3.8% of tests
- Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively2.5% of tests
- Headlamp: not working on dipped beam2.3% of tests
- Registration plate lamp(s): inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps2.0% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm1.9% of tests
What the Toyota Auris fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 14.5% | ▲ 1.1× as often |
| Brakes | 7.0% | About average |
| Suspension | 6.2% | ▼ 41% less often |
| Tyres | 5.7% | ▼ 16% less often |
| Visibility | 4.2% | ▼ 13% less often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 1.5% | ▼ 59% less often |
| Body and structure | 1.5% | ▼ 60% less often |
| Steering | 1.0% | ▼ 55% less often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.4% | ▼ 55% less often |
| Wheels | 0.3% | ▼ 35% less often |
What MPG does the Toyota Auris do?
Official economy for the Toyota Auris ranges from 39.8 to 80.7mpg across the 62 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2008–2018). A typical petrol version manages 51.4mpg and a typical diesel 68.9mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
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Any Toyota Auris first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Toyota Auris registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £325 a year.
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Official figures for 62 versions sold in the UK between 2008 and 2018.
Fuel types
Diesel, Hybrid, Petrol
Official economy
39.8–80.7 mpg
CO2
81–166 g/km
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auris Touring Sports, MY2017 1.4 D-4D 6-speed Manual with 15'' steel wheels6MT · listed 2018 | Diesel | 68.9 mpg | 106g | £200 |
| Auris Touring Sports, MY2017 1.4 D-4D 6-speed Manual with 15'' alloy wheels6MT · listed 2018 | Diesel | 72.4 mpg | 100g | £200 |
| Auris Touring Sports, MY2017 1.4 D-4D 6-speed Manual with 16'' alloy wheels6MT · listed 2018 | Diesel | 68.9 mpg | 106g | £200 |
| Auris Touring Sports, MY2017 1.6 D-4D 6-speed Manual with 16'' alloy wheels6MT · listed 2018 | Diesel | 67.3 mpg | 108g | £200 |
| Auris Touring Sports, MY2017 1.6 D-4D 6-speed Manual with 17'' alloy wheels6MT · listed 2018 | Diesel | 65.7 mpg | 110g | £200 |
| AURIS HYBRID, MY2018 Icon 1.8 VVT-i Auto with 16 inch alloy wheelsE-CVT · listed 2018 | Hybrid | 78.5 mpg | 82g | £200 |
| AURIS HYBRID, MY2018 Icon Tech Auto with 16 inch alloy wheelsE-CVT · listed 2018 | Hybrid | 78.5 mpg | 82g | £200 |
| AURIS HYBRID, MY2018 Touring Sports Icon 1.8 VVT-i Auto with 16" alloy wheelsE-CVT · listed 2018 | Hybrid | 78.5 mpg | 83g | £200 |
| AURIS HYBRID, MY2018 Touring Sports 1.6 Icon Tech VVT-i with 16" alloy wheelsE-CVT · listed 2018 | Hybrid | 78.5 mpg | 83g | £200 |
| AURIS HYBRID, MY2018 Design 1.8 VVT-i Auto with 17 inch alloy wheelsE-CVT · listed 2018 | Hybrid | 72.4 mpg | 91g | £200 |
| AURIS HYBRID, MY2018 Excel 1.8 VVT-i Auto with 17'' wheelsE-CVT · listed 2018 | Hybrid | 72.4 mpg | 91g | £200 |
| AURIS HYBRID, MY2018 Touring Sports Design 1.8 VVT-i Auto with 17 inch alloy wheelsE-CVT · listed 2018 | Hybrid | 70.6 mpg | 92g | £200 |
| AURIS HYBRID, MY2018 Touring Sport Excel 1.8 VVT-i with 17 inch alloy wheelsE-CVT · listed 2018 | Hybrid | 70.6 mpg | 92g | £200 |
| Auris Touring Sports, MY2017 1.8 hybrid CVT with 15'' alloy wheelsE-CVT · listed 2018 | Hybrid | 80.7 mpg | 81g | £200 |
| Auris Touring Sports, MY2017 1.8 hybrid CVT with 16'' alloy wheelsE-CVT · listed 2018 | Hybrid | 78.5 mpg | 83g | £200 |
Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Showing the 15 most recent of 62 versions.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Toyota Auris reliable?
Its MOT record is better than average: the Toyota Auris is 13% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 115 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Toyota Auris?
The most common MOT fault is “Stop lamp: not working”, found in 3.9% of tests.
›What MPG does the Toyota Auris do?
Official economy for the Toyota Auris ranges from 39.8 to 80.7mpg across the 62 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2008–2018). A typical petrol version manages 51.4mpg and a typical diesel 68.9mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Toyota Auris?
Any Toyota Auris first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Toyota Auris registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £325 a year.
›How many Toyota Aurises fail their MOT?
27.5% of Toyota Aurises aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Toyota Auris combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.