The second generation Avensis (T250) was launched in February 2003, in an all new format; this time it offered more in the way of driver involvement and visual appeal. Trim levels in the United Kingdom were T2, T3-S, T3-X, T4, T Spirit, T180 and TR. There is also a special edition, based on the T2 called the Colour Collection.

Some vehicles came with a factory satellite navigation system. All the units were on the Toyota 16pin (10+6) wiring connections for power and speakers.