Toyota Previa second generation
The Toyota Previa second generation (2000–2006): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the United Kingdom.
Model codes: XR30, XR40 · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,750–4,780 mm Traficom | 4,750 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm Traficom | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,780–1,820 mm Traficom | 1,770 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm RDW | 2,900 mm |
| Front track | 1,545 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,530 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,530–1,610 kg RDW | 1,640–2,020 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,630–1,710 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,240–2,355 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,600 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 600 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 6–7 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – |
| Fuel tank | – | 65 L |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 180–185 km/h RDW | 180–185 km/h |
| Torque | 225–250 Nm ASTRA | 130–340 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 205/65R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Wikipedia (en, de), RDW type approvals (Netherlands), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 65.5% (64.6–66.4) | 69.2% | 10,610 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 66.3% | 41.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 50.5% | 28.8% |
| Brakes | 49.6% | 36.4% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 35.7% | 17.1% |
| Tyres | 33.4% | 31.2% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 32.0% | 18.6% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 5 versions of the Toyota Previa second generation
United Kingdom 5 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002–20062.0 D-4D | 2.0 L | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 7.2 L/100 km NEDC | 191 g/km |
| 20062.4 VVT-i | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.8 L/100 km NEDC | 259 g/km |
| 2003–20062.4 VVT-i | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.4 L/100 km NEDC | 226 g/km |
| 2000–20042.4 VVTi Auto · 2.4 VVT-i Auto · 2.4 VVT-i | 2.4 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.8 L/100 km NEDC | 259 g/km |
| 2000–20022.4 VVTi Manual · 2.4 VVT-i Manual · 2.4 VVT-i | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.5 L/100 km NEDC | 228 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.