Toyota Previa 2000–2005 car dimensions: 4750 mm long, 1790 mm wide and 1770 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,630 kg. Braked towing is 1,600 kg.
The cabin seats seven or eight with flexible individual or bench seats that slide, tumble, fold or remove for space. Climate control air-conditioning is standard, with rear units on higher grades. Cruise control fits automatic higher trims. A six-speaker CD radio with steering controls is standard. Higher grades add satellite navigation on a multi-display, which can include a rear view monitor for parking guidance. Parking sensors are available as an accessory. Front and side airbags plus ABS with EBD and Brake Assist are standard.
Boot space starts at 495 litres behind the third row. Seats fold or remove to open up to 2370 litres of flat load space. Wide sliding doors and a low floor make loading easy.
Braked towing capacity is 1600 kg and unbraked is 600 kg. Payload is around 610 kg depending on model. The flat floor and removable seats suit family or light work duties.
The cabin offers a high driving position with good all-round visibility from large windows. Seats adjust for height and recline, with sliding second and third rows for legroom. Flexible seven or eight seat layouts include tumble-fold or removable individual seats. Climate control air conditioning is available, with rear units on higher grades. Twin sunroofs feature on top trims. Thick carpet and upholstery help keep things quiet. Eighteen storage spaces and cup holders are fitted throughout.
Petrol 2.4 VVT-i combined fuel use 9.4-9.5 l/100 km manual, 10.5-10.8 l/100 km auto.
Diesel 2.0 D-4D combined fuel use 7.2 l/100 km.
Oil and filter change every 15,000 km or one year.
Euro NCAP adult occupant 4 stars, child 3 stars.
Standard ABS with EBD, front and side airbags, pretensioner seatbelts.
Fuel economy on the combined cycle reaches 30.1 mpg for the 2.4-litre VVT-i manual and 26.2 mpg for the automatic. The 2.0-litre D-4D diesel returns 39.2 mpg combined. Tank capacity is 75 litres.
Service needs a full health and safety check every two years or 20,000 miles, with intermediate oil changes every year or 10,000 miles. Engine oil changes fall every 15,000 km or annually. Air filter every 60,000 km. Brake fluid every 30,000 km.
Safety kit includes standard ABS, EBD and Brake Assist on all models, plus driver and passenger front and side airbags. Front belts have pretensioners and force limiters. Three-point belts fit all seats. Side impact beams and energy-absorbing interiors are fitted. Euro NCAP scored 4 stars for adult protection.
A three-year or 60,000-mile mechanical warranty covers the car, with 12-year corrosion protection and three-year paint cover. Regular dealer servicing keeps it reliable for family use.
Length 4750 mm, Width 1790 mm, Height 1770 mm, Wheelbase 2900 mm (Previa 2000–2005)
Sources: manufacturer data, Toyota UK Previa brochure, Toyota media press kit Feb 2000, autoevolution confirms ground clearance.