Toyota Verso is a 7-seater car designed with families in mind, which is evident in its provision of the small-sized third row of rear seats suitable for small children. The Verso faces intense competition from viable alternatives, such as the Renault Grand Scenic or the Ford S-max, which arguably offer more sophistication. However, the Verso scores high on simplicity, safety and reliability. It is limited to only 3 engine power options: 2 petrol options and 1 diesel engine. The smallest is a diesel engine that offers a leisurely speed acceleration of 0-60 mph in 12.7 seconds and a top speed of 115 mph. The higher-performing petrol motor completes the sprint in just 11.1 seconds.
What should you expect to find in a Toyota Verso?
The Toyota Verso comes in 3 different trim levels: the Active 9, the Icon and the Design. The Active 9 trim comes with the following standard features:
- 4-speaker stereo system with CD player
- Automatic headlights
- Daytime running lights
- Electric-adjusted and heated mirrors
- Manual air conditioning
The mid-range Icon trim offers a better compromise between cost and equipment. It comes with cruise control, DAB digital radio and other essential features, such as:
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Automatic wipers
- Centrally-mounted Toyota Touch2 infotainment touchscreen
- Dual-zone climate control
- Fold-down tables
- Folding door mirrors
- Reverse parking camera
The top-spec Design trim comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, satellite navigation with 3D maps and voice recognition, privacy glass and a panoramic sunroof. Design trim-line owners also get free 3D map updates for 3 years. The Verso offers limited upgrade package options, but there is a pack with essential safety features, such as front and rear parking sensors. If you plan to use it for towing cars, you'll have to purchase an optional detachable tow bar. However, most of these features come as a standard in the Verso's main rivals, minus the tow bar.