Toyota is generally considered to be one of the better automobiles and this one is in many respects.

However, it comes with a deal-killer. A computer controls the transmission. If you try to accelerate rapidly the car will hesitate for a second or two before it responds while the computer decides what gear to shift into. If you need to accelerate quickly, for example to get up an on ramp to merge with traffic, this becomes a dangerous flaw.

I have driven Toyotas since 1985 and have always thought they were excellent cars. Except for the problem with acceleration I would gladly rate this car 5 stars. As it is, I have to rate this car unacceptable.

Amount Paid (US$): 26000
Condition: New
Model Year: 2005
Model and Options: LE