2000s Toyota Corolla
Everyone expects the Corolla to be rock-solid. But those early 2000s models had engine oil problems that caused way too many headaches for owners. Some also had serious engine issues way too soon. It left a sour taste for many people.
Toyota Yaris
The Yaris was cheap and tiny. But that’s about where the good stuff ends. Older models of the Yaris were weak on the road and had slow engines. Owners complained about comfort on long drives. Too many say they’d never go back to it again.
Toyota Echo
Toyota’s Echo looked quirky and cute. But people thought it felt more like a toy than a real car. It was underpowered, noisy, and not fun to drive. Inside, it felt cheap and bare. Yes, it was reliable, but most people were embarrassed to own one.
Toyota Prius C
The Prius C promised even more fuel savings than the first Prius. But this version of Toyota’s hybrid car was too small, noisy, and underpowered to stand out. The interior also felt way too cheap for the price people had to pay to own one.
Toyota Prius V
The Prius V tried to be a bigger hybrid wagon but missed the mark completely. It had sluggish performance and weak acceleration. The interior didn’t feel premium either. Sure, the gas mileage was good, but the overall driving experience was disappointing.
Toyota Matrix
The Matrix was meant to be a fun mix of a car and a hatchback. The result, however, was dull. Owners complained about its poor handling and plasticky interior. It had space, but it wasn’t comfortable or stylish. Now it’s not worth a second try.
Toyota Corolla IM
The Corolla iM looked super cool on the outside, but owners quickly discovered it was slow, noisy, and not at all fun to drive. The hatchback design had promise, but it didn’t deliver the comfort and excitement people wanted in a Toyota.
Toyota Corolla Cross
When the Corolla Cross came out, Toyota fans expected big things. What they got instead was a car with sluggish performance and awkward handling. It was also way too cramped for an SUV. Buyers complained they wouldn’t buy it again, at least until Toyota fixed the kinks.
2007 Toyota Camry
The Camry is one of the more bulletproof Toyotas. But the 2007 to 2009 models had major engine oil consumption problems. Owners had to constantly top up the oil and deal with some pretty costly repairs. It was a headache that made the brand lose more than a few fans.
Toyota Avalon
Older models of the Toyota Avalon didn’t deliver on the luxury it promised. Some had transmission problems, while others had poor interior quality that didn’t age well. The repairs were pricey, and owners felt they could have bought something more reliable elsewhere.
Toyota Cressida
The Cressida was Toyota’s stab at luxury back in the day. Some loved it, but many owners got hit with big repair bills. Parts were hard to find, and the reliability wasn’t Toyota’s usual standard. It left a lot of people saying “never again!”
Toyota Avalon Hybrid
The idea of a hybrid Avalon sounded amazing. But the early version didn’t drive smoothly. Owners reported jerky transitions between gas and electric power, and battery problems just made things worse. It wasn’t the premium hybrid people expected.
Toyota Tercel
Cheap? Yes. Reliable? Sometimes. Fun? Not at all. Toyota’s Tercel was noisy, weak, and too basic. People said it felt more like a go-kart than a real car. Sure, it got them from A to B, but nobody was really happy driving it.
Toyota Paseo
The Paseo was Toyota’s small coupe that lacked any excitement. It was slow, cramped, and boring. It might have looked sporty, but it didn’t drive like it. People who bought it hoping for fun were let down and quickly moved on to something else.
Toyota Celica
The Celica had a great run. But those later years? Well, they were rough. The styling was cool, but the car was underpowered and not very comfortable, especially on long drives. Owners expected way more from a “sporty” car and said it was all looks and no performance.
Toyota MR2 Spyder
The MR2 Spyder was a fun idea, but very poorly executed. It looked like a baby sports car, but had limited storage, weak power, and reliability issues. Owners often complained about engine troubles, and it ended up being more of a headache to own.
‘90s Toyota Supra
The Supra name is . But not all versions live up to it. The non-turbo models of the 90s, in particular, felt slow legendaryand heavy compared to what people expected. Owners who bought the base model often regretted not holding out for the turbo.
Toyota Solara
The Solara coupe and convertible were supposed to be fun Camrys, but they fell flat. People said they drove like an old man’s car with soft handling and no excitement. That resale value dropped fast, and many wished they’d never bought one.
Toyota Venza
The first-gen Venza looked great. But the performance was anything but. It had bland handling, cheap-feeling interiors, and a stiff ride. It wasn’t a true SUV, but it wasn’t a comfortable car either. Owners felt stuck in the middle with something they didn’t enjoy.
2006 Toyota RAV4
The 2006 to 2008 models of the RAV4 all had one thing in common - bad transmissions. This caused jerky shifts and resulted in some pretty expensive repairs. Add in noisy cabins and a stiff ride, and you’ve got a car that owners swear they’d never buy again.
Toyota RAV4 EV
The RAV4 EV was a cool idea on paper, but it just didn’t work for most people. Its range was poor, the charging was slow, and finding parts was incredibly tough. Way too many owners ended up frustrated with how impractical it was.
Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Early Highlander Hybrids were exciting at first, but owners learned the hard way that battery issues and high repair costs made them a pain. Not even gas mileage gains were enough to balance out the problems, and most owners said it wasn’t worth it.
2000s Toyota Sequoia
The big Sequoia was tough, but the older versions from the early 2000s had serious transmission problems. They also guzzled gas, and owners weren’t happy with the costly upkeep. People found out way too late that bigger didn’t mean better.
2000s Toyota 4Runner
The 4Runner is usually rock-solid. But those mid-2000s models had a huge problem with frame rust. Owners discovered rust so bad that it made the SUV unsafe. Toyota offered fixes, but many people walked away from the car (and the brand) for good.
Toyota FJ Cruiser
The FJ looked cool and unique. Some people just didn’t like it. It had poor visibility, awkward doors, and bad fuel economy that made it impractical. So many people admitted they loved the look but hated the everyday driving experience.
Toyota Land Cruiser
The Land Cruiser is tough and reliable. But nothing could have prepared owners for the massive upkeep costs. The repairs were expensive, and the gas mileage was awful. It was just too big for city life. Owners said it just wasn’t worth the money.
2007 Toyota Tundra
The 2007 and 2008 models of the Toyota Tundra had major recalls, especially with the driveshaft and rust problems. It also had poor fuel economy and clunky handling. It was strong and tough, but it left too many owners disappointed.
2000s Toyota Tacoma
The Tacoma is one of the more popular Toyotas - but not the early 2000s models. These had bad frame rust issues, and some were so unsafe that they needed replacements. Owners were shocked that such a tough-looking truck could rot so easily.
1980s Toyota Pickup
The classic Toyota Pickup had tons of fans. Sadly, rust destroyed many of them. Owners in snowy or coastal areas watched their trucks crumble away. Sure, they ran forever, but the rust issues made people swear off those older years.
Toyota C-HR
The C-HR had great styling, but owners said it was cramped, underpowered, and not practical. The back seats were uncomfortable, and the visibility was bad. Those who bought a C-HR regretted it when they realized it wasn’t fun or useful.
2000s Toyota Sienna
The Sienna van had a major weak spot - the transmission. Owners were saddled with costly repairs way too early. Add in road noise and cheap interiors, and you've got a Toyota that people say they wouldn’t risk buying again anytime soon.
Toyota Previa
The Previa had a cool, odd shape. But, you can’t trust a car on looks alone, and this one had big reliability issues. Owners struggled with expensive repairs and awkward design quirks. Yes, it stood out, but not always in a good way.
1980s Toyota Van
The boxy old Toyota Van looked neat, but owners found it way too unreliable. The engine overhead, the transmission failed, and finding parts for it was a nightmare. It was fun-looking, but not fun to own. Owners wished they’d never bought one.
Toyota Crown
The Crown was never meant for the U.S. market, and it shows. Owners who imported them struggled with parts and repairs. It was too much hassle, even though it looked cool. Most people said they wouldn’t go through the struggle of owning one again.
Toyota Mirai
A hydrogen-powered car sounds great, right? The Mirai was super futuristic, but super impractical. Finding a hydrogen station was a nightmare, and fueling was expensive. Owners loved the cool tech, but hated the headaches that came with owning a Mirai.
