Many engines in the Toyota Avensis have a timing chain instead of a timing belt. These usually never need to be replaced. On this page you will find a list of Toyota Avensis engines that have a cam chain.
You will also find information about which engines that have a timing belt.
I have collected information about various popular diesel engines and petrol engines from 2003 to 2018.
The timing chains in Toyota Avensis are known to last very well as long as service and oil changes are handled.
If you hear a rattling sound from a motor with a timing chain, it may be a sign that the chain needs to be replaced.
Consult a mechanic if you hear a strange engine noise, especially if it is a rattling sound.
This can occur if, for example, the car has not been serviced properly.
If you are considering buying a used Toyota Avensis, make sure that the oil changes are made according to the car’s interval.
Toyota Avensis engines with a timing chain
Here you will find different engines in Toyota Avensis that have a timing chain. I have divided the information into different tables according to each generation and model year.
Toyota Avensis 2003 – 2006
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2003 and 2006.
Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
Toyota Avensis 1.8 VVT-i 2003 – 2006 | 129 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.0 D-4 VVT-i 2003 – 2006 | 147 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.4 D-4 VVT-i 2003 – 2006 | 163 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.0 D-4D 2003 – 2006 | 116 hp | ? |
Toyota Avensis 2.2 D-4D 2003 – 2006 | 150 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.2 D-4D D-CAT 2003 – 2006 | 177 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2006 – 2009
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2006 and 2009.
Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
Toyota Avensis 1.8 VVT-i 2006 – 2009 | 129 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.0 D-4 VVT-i 2006 – 2009 | 147 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.4 D-4 VVT-i 2006 – 2009 | 163 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.0 D-4D 2006 – 2009 | 126 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.2 D-4D D-CAT 2006 – 2009 | 177 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2008 – 2012
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2008 and 2012.
Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
Toyota Avensis 1.8 2008 – 2012 | 147 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.0 2008 – 2012 | 152 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.0 D-4D 2008 – 2012 | 126 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.2 D-4D 2008 – 2012 | 150 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.2 D-4D D-CAT 2008 – 2012 | 177 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2012 – 2015
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2012 and 2015.
Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
Toyota Avensis 1.8 2012 – 2015 | 147 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.0 2012 – 2015 | 152 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.0 D-4D 2012 – 2015 | 124 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.2 D-4D 2012 – 2015 | 150 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2015 – 2018
Here you will find information about different engines between the years 2015 and 2018.
Model | Horsepower | Synchronization |
Toyota Avensis 1.8 2015 – 2018 | 147 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.0 2015 – 2018 | 152 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 1.6 D-4D 2015 – 2018 | 112 hp | Timing chain |
Toyota Avensis 2.0 D-4D 2015 – 2018 | 143 hp | Timing chain |
Does the Toyota Avensis have a timing chain or timing belt?
Most engines in the Toyota Avensis have a timing chain instead of a timing belt. As long as you take care of service and oil changes, the timing chains in Toyota Avensis are known to last very well.