2011 New Toyota Yaris HSD Concept Review

2011 New Toyota Yaris HSD Concept Review

New Toyota yaris HSD that the concept of hybrid technology with full, especially on the European model. Hybrid technology has reached parity Yaris HSD powertrain is enough in the public perception that it is now a clear alternative to diesel or gasoline engines

Hybrid Synergy Drive ® technology at Toyota’s demanding targets urban customers who expect the new driving and ownership experience of their car. Combining low fuel consumption, emissions and cost of ownership with unique relaxed and calm driving, HSD proved that driving pleasure does not need to be reconciled with environmental responsibility and operational costs low.

the majority quote relaxation, an engaging driving experience and the learning of new driving habits as the three most rewarding characteristics of their new cars.

Several hybrid-specific styling cues indentify the Toyota Yaris Toyota HSD concept as a full hybrid derivative models.

Toyota Yaris HSD concept inherits all intelligent DNA Yaris, offers the B-segment customers intelligent combination of small, compact packaging and interior, spacious practical, while introducing, a new style that is more advanced and sophisticated exterior design.

Flanked by lights that are very contoured, upper grille opening is shallow, to help air flow smoothly over the upper body. And the Toyota logo is fully integrated into the front lip of the hood, add style articulation to the leading edge.

Toyota Yaris HSD this concept, emphasized by the line shape monoform roof, long and sweeping lines, crisp single character that runs smoothly through the length of the vehicle. Short front and rear overhangs and long wheelbase maximize the accommodation of passengers and loadspace.

Performance Of Yaris HSD Concept :
Introducing full hybrid technology into the B?segment has presented Toyota with several unique engineering challenges. The new powertrain design must be optimised for installation within the vehicle’s compact, extremely efficient packaging design, without detriment to either system quality and performance, or passenger accommodation and loadspace.

Fuel efficiency and low CO2 emissions are already key to the success of models. And further improvements to the efficiency of Hybrid Synergy Drive® will continue to deliver highly competitive fuel consumption and emissions.

With its unique capacity to offer fully electric driving, HSD is particularly effective in the urban environment. In all-electric mode, the system not only generates zero CO2 emissions, but also zero NOX and particulate (PM) emissions. Every Toyota full hybrid offers customers the lowest possible cost of ownership. Superior fuel efficiency and low CO2 emissions bring tax incentives in some countries, inner city congestion charge exemption and exceptionally low running costs.

2012 sport car toyota Lexus LFA

2012 sport car toyota Lexus LFA

LFA Lexus sports car type of Toyota Motor Corporation. this car in the luxury sport design with emphasis on comfort and solid performance. Lexus LFA many marketed in the U.S.

The price of Lexus LFA will be cc 375000$, and the future owners can’t just simply buy one from local dealer. You must send an application to Lexus if you want to buy LFA, and Lexus will decide if you can buy the car. We saw the same concept with Ferrari, but I never thought that Lexus will use the same concept in car selling business.

2011 Toyota Corolla Etios

Toyota Corolla New Etios 2011 is not only the most recent model of Toyota but also one of the best available cars in local auto market.With its enhanced capablities and features than its one who came before Toyota Corolla Etios, it grant you greatest driving experience.

This new innovation of Toyota, Etios sedan comes supply with necessary materials with 1.5 litre petrol engine. The Toyota Etios sedan's engine will produce 90 PS of peak power at 5600 rpm. The engine produce maximum torque of 132 Nm (13.46 kg-m) at 3000 rpm. This simply indicates huge power hidden in this saloon from Toyota. The shock absorbers at front are independent MacPherson strut while the rear suspension is non-independent Torsion Beam. The suspensions are very much alike to Toyota's Yari. The frames of the cars are rigid and strong with total weight of 930 kg.

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (KTM) is all set to officially launch it’s new car Toyota Etios for Indian car lovers in 2011.Toyota Etios designed in both sedan and automobile with an upward-opening rear door segment.This car will be first launched in India and after that in other countries.Both sedan and automobile with an upw

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Mazda RX-9 uses technology from Toyota

Mazda aggressively developing its technology, including next-generation car model RX-9. That said, according to international reports, sportcar uses a rotary engine that Mazda's unique and never been used in the model RX3. In fact, the heart pacemaker is ever won the Le Mans 24 endurance race at 1991 with the Mazda 787B.

Only, rotary engine RX-9 in this brand-new environmentally friendly hybrid alias, while the electric motor borrowed from Toyota. The two principals last year signed a cooperation.

However, a report from Motor Trend magazine America that leaked from Toyota's just part of the electric motor. Although the hybrid, the RX-9 will continue to use gasoline engines. In fact mentioned, the possibility of rotary engine will be equipped with technology such as KERS in F1, whose function is to charge the battery when deceleration occurs.

2012 Toyota Vitz

2012 Toyota Sport Cars FT-86 Concept II

2012 Toyota Sport Cars FT-86 Concept II

2012 Toyota FT-86 II Concept, a new concept debuted at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, the second generation prototype and according to Toyota, 2012 Toyota Sport Cars FT-86 Concept II take a step closer to final draft coming sports car. Toyota designers restyled 2012 Toyota FT-86 II Concept coupe profile by removing the lower fold line and add a new line, which starts from the front fenders with air vent and the theater round at the top of the rear window, which itself grew in size. In addition, Toyota is split windshield and took Blackout column surface, while the rear wheel arches are pronounced, and new side rocker panels.

2012 Toyota Sport Cars FT-86 Concept II

This concept cars measures the length 4235 mm, width 1795 mm and 1270 mm high, with wheelbase, length 2570 mm.yang same for I-86 FT. The FT-86 will come with a six-speed manual transmission and rear wheel drive in standard form. While Toyota has not stated what power plant will be in the FT-86, Subaru announced this week that their version of the car will feature a 2.0 liter flat-four boxer engine in base models. A turbocharged variant akin to what is available in the WRX models is a logical possibility. An automatic transmission and all-wheel drive are also possible, though not listed as options at this time.

2012 Toyota Sport Cars FT-86 Concept II

Production version of Toyota’s FT-86 II, developed in conjunction with Subaru, will using free gasoline boxer engine-revving with a manual transmission compact and lightweight 6 -speed and low center of gravity to achieve the best possible resources for the ratio weight.

2012 Toyota Sport Cars FT-86 Concept II

The car says Akio Toyoda is inspired in part from the vintage Toyota 2000 GT and Corolla Levin AE86. ‘When the Toyota 2000 GT was built, I was eleven years old – and I loved it. I said: “I want to drive something like this when I grow up”. My dream came true when I drove a 2000 GT in a vintage car rally. That was a really great experience.  I want young people to feel those same desires when they see a new Toyota sports car. I want to transfer the thrill of the race track to our vehicles, and make driving fun and exciting for our customers.’  Akio Toyoda, President of Toyota Motor Corporation.

2012 Toyota Sport Cars FT-86 Concept II uses petrol boxer engine which is paired with 6-speed transmission. 2012 Toyota Sport Cars FT-86 Concept II will have better strength and will be offered in both FWD and RWD configurations. No official statement about the power output. Toyota FT-86 prototype will undergo phase II testing in various street characters of the world. This is to get the 2012 Toyota Sport Cars FT-86 Concept II as a model that is ready production.

Since Toyota began the development of its 2-cylinder boxer engined Sports 800 in 1962, the company has maintained a long history of creating exciting, driver-focused sports cars that have proved as popular with the public as they have been successful in competition. The beautiful 2000 GT helped establish the company’s global reputation as a sports car manufacturer.

2012 Toyota Sport Cars FT-86 Concept II

With its reputation for delivering pure excitement and embodying the fundamental joy of driving, the Corolla Levin AE86 is the inspiration behind Toyota’s latest sports car concept, the Future Toyota-86 II.

With the proportions of its long, low bonnet, high wings and rear-set cabin paying homage to Toyota’s illustrious sports car history, the dynamic power of the 2012 Toyota Sport Cars FT-86 Concept II gives the clearest indication yet as to the final design of Toyota’s next sports car. The 2012 Toyota Sport Cars FT-86 Concept II is an entirely driver-oriented concept, designed to give form to the intrinsic joy of driving through precise, instantaneous responses to even the smallest throttle or steering input, for those who regard driving as a passion rather than a necessity. Based on the ‘Functional Beauty’ concept, its bold, sweeping form has been generated entirely through the constraints of function, and aerodynamics developed from F1 technology.

2012 Toyota Sport Cars FT-86 Concept II

Both powertrain and driving position have been set as low and as far back as possible to optimise balance for maximum poise, high speed stability and dynamic agility. Allied to a front engine, rear-wheel drive format, this awards the FT-86 II lively, accessible performance, highly engaging, readily-exploitable dynamic abilities and maximum driving pleasure.

European sales of Toyota’s new sports car will begin in 2012.

2012 Toyota Sport Cars FT-86 Concept II

Toyota Etios Liva Launch Delayed to June

Toyota’s much-anticipated Etios Liva hatchback’s launch has been pushed from April to June 2011. The step was announced to channelize the existing capacity towards production of the recently launched Etios sedan, which has been plagued with waiting periods that run as long as 7 months!

Aside from delaying the Liva’s launch, Toyota is also initiating a second shift at its plant, faster production time per vehicle and production enhancement in order to speed up the Etios’ deliveries. The second shift production will help the company dish out a total of 5,000 units a month from the current 2,500 units at its Bangalore plant. The plant has an annual production capacity of 70,000 cars.

Toyota Kirloskar Motors (TKM) Managing Director Hiroshi Nakagawa said that Toyota is thankful for the positive consumer responses to the Etios and for the resulting demand. He added that Toyota’s consumer-first philosophy has meant that they put the customers’ needs ahead of everything else. Further, the consumer-first philosophy has helped Toyota manufacture quality products and maximize customer satisfaction, said Nakagawa.

TKM’s Deputy MD Sandeep Singh was apologetic about the Liva’s postponement saying, “We would like to sincerely apologize to people eagerly awaiting the hatchback – Etios Liva, for the postponement of the launch. We will do everything we can to limit the inconvenience caused to our customers.”

Toyota Etios Liva launch, price and competition

Toyota Etios Liva, which will now be launched in June 2011, is the hatchback version of Etios, and will be powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine. Price around Rs. 4.5 lakh, the Liva will be the cheapest Toyota in the country and will take on Maruti Swift and Ritz, Hyundai i10 and i20, Tata Indica Vista, Ford Figo, Volkswagen Polo, Nissan Micra and Fiat Punto. But Toyota will have a mammoth task ensuring deliveries of the Liva are met promptly. Also read: Toyota Etios Liva vs Honda Brio vs Suzuki Swift and the rest

Toyota Etios launch, price, demand and waiting period

The Toyota Etios, launched on December 1st 2010, is the cheapest compact sedan in India starting at a competitive price of Rs. 4.96 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) that’s slam bang in the Swift Dzire and Tata Manza price bracket. Toyota has received bookings for more than 26,500 cars, which has led to waiting periods stretching as much as 7 months!

Toyota delivered 1,651 units and 2,686 units of Etios sedans during January and February 2011 respectively. The number of cars to be delivered in the following months will increase gradually once the second shift at Toyota’s plant begins. Related: Toyota Etios vs Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire

The Etios is powered by a 1,496 cc, 16-valve, DOHC, 4-cylinder engine that churns out 90 PS of power at 5,600 rpm and 132 Nm of torque at 3,000 rpm. It’s mated to a 5-speed manual transmission that doesn’t need frequent shifts.

During the Toyota Etios road test, we found the sedan to be a practical, budget saloon that’s easy to drive, great on interior space with enough leg room at the rear (550 litres boot space, too). Powered by a peppy engine that offer’s quick acceleration, the Etios returns a mileage of 17.6 kmpl (as per ARAI).

Toyota Etios Price of Different Variants: (ex-showroom, Delhi)

Model Colors Interiors Price

Etios J White, Silver Black Rs. 4.96 lakh

Etios G All six Black Rs. 5.46 lakh

Etios G + ABS, EBD All six Black Rs. 5.96 lakh

Etios V + ABS, EBD All six Black & grey Rs. 6.41 lakh

Etios VX + ABS, EBD All six Black & red Rs. 6.86 lakh

Via: dancewithshadows.com

2012 New Land Cruiser Troop Carrier

Toyota will release two types of cars new Toyota Land Cruiser. Marketing Director of PT Toyota-Astra Motor said, the provision of the Land Cruiser is the latest kind is done due to the needs of mining companies for the benefit of its mining operations.

There are two types of Land Cruiser, which will launch the new Toyota Land Cruiser Troop Carrier manual diesel and Toyota Land Cruiser C & C manual diesel workmate.

Latest Toyota Vitz: the Most Efficient Car in Japan

Latest Products Toyota Vitz (Yaris named in some countries), which is marketed in Japan with a 1.3 liter gasoline engine and a stationary Stop & Start system, claimed to earn title of "Most Efficient Cars in Japan." It was announced today by Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC).

TMC also announced that the new Vitz which will be launched in Japan by the end of this year has a comparison of fuel consumption of 26.5 km per liter in 10-15 cycle test method of Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism (MLIT).

Fuel consumption of new Vitz said 25 percent better than the national standard of Japan, which is 21.8 km / liter. Meanwhile, CO2 emissions car is only 88 grams / km with test method MLIT and 106 g / km with JC08 test.

NOx and hydrocarbon emissions are also 75 percent lower than 2005 standards set by the MLIT. The announcement of these emissions are used by the Japanese Government to determine the tax for environmentally friendly vehicles. In this case, Vitz obtained a 75 percent tax reduction for heavy and acquisitions and 50 percent for car tax.

New Face on New Toyota Vitz

Redesign of Toyota Vitz or call it a redesigned all-new meaning, aka a new total.

At first glance, the appearance of a compact hatchback is not changed drastically compared to its predecessor, Vitz Gen-2. However, as the curve of body parts, bumpers, and other forms of lights (front and rear) redesigned. As a result, this Vitz appear more stylish and sporty.

Over Length
Based on data released by Toyota Motor Corporation, the new Vitz long dimension, from 3.750 mm to 3.885. Increases the interior length of 35 mm or a 1915 mm. However, the radius of turn (turn) it is smaller, now 4.5 meters (previously 4.7 meters). Width has not changed, as well as high.

With the redesign, wind resistance or cd Vitz has become lower, 0.285. As a result, fuel consumption becomes more efficient (also derived from Toyota's Stop & Start system idling-stop).


Other changes, Vitz now use only one glass eraser (wiper) were integrated with water spray. The headlights of life and off automatically with the light outside the car. For example, so nights or enter the tunnel, the light will live. Moreover, the glass front door was given a special coating that can be lowered to 99 percent of ultraviolet rays.
Interior
The design of interior redesigned to look more and provide better comfort. Therefore, the front, the instrument panel, right down to the inside of the door is designed horizontally. The goal is to increase the relief and sense of security. The back seat can be folded with the composition 6:4.

Baggage is now also more in 145 mm. Trunk deck is placed in two heights. When set at high position, smaller items can be placed underneath. Seat can also be folded almost flat. Passenger seat is now equipped with a plastic barrier to prevent the bag or goods fell.

Furthermore, multifunctional monitors are equipped with information on fuel consumption when the car is started, the average consumption, and the distance that can be taken.

Engine
For machinery, now Vitz uses Dual VVT-i (Dual Variable Valve Timing-intelligent) that is paired with Super CVT-i (Super Continuously Variable Transmission-intelligent).

Explained, Stop & Start system idling work quickly. When the gas pedal is pressed while stopped with the engine dead, to live just took 0.35 seconds. Machines can also be directly accelerated from a stop condition.

All variants are equipped with electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) and ABS. Also there are SRS airbags for driver and front passenger.

In addition to variants of the F and U, when it launched, Toyota also directly introduce RS sports version that has been equipped with aerokit in front and rear.

Toyota Etios Sedan Launched in Hyderabad

- Price of Toyota Etios Sedan starts at Rs. 4,95,467 ex showroom Hyderabad

- Bookings for the sedan started on 1st Dec

- Hatchback to be launched in April 2011

- Hatchback is named 'Etios Liva'

Toyota Kirloskar Motor held a press meet in Hyderabad today to announce the company's entry into the highly competitive B Segment with the launch of the Etios Sedan, the car that has been developed specifically for Indian customers – 'World First, India First, My First'. Toyota had also announced the name of the hatchback version, the Etios Liva.

The Etios sedan will be available in four variants, J, G, V and VX, competitively priced between Rs. 4,95,467/- and Rs. 6,88,535/- ex showroom Hyderabad. The product highlights include innovative styling, best-in-class cabin and luggage space, superior comfort, impressive fuel efficiency and the legendary Toyota QDR.

Mr. Koji Nagata (Executive Managing Coordinator, TKM), Mr. Yugo Miyamoto (Senior Managing Coordinator) and Mr. Sailesh Shetty (General Manager-Sales, TKM) addressed the media.

Mr. Yugo Miyamoto, Senior Managing Coordinator, Sales, TKM spoke about the development of the product, he said: "It was very important to understand the needs of Indian car buyers and this was done by extensive research. We found that our target customers are highly price conscious but at the same time want good mileage, space and style. One of the strong points of the Etios is its True Sedan design. The Etios has been designed as a Sedan platform and not as a Hatch with a boot. It is smartly packaged with all the attributes for Indians who love to travel with their families – boasts best-in-class cabin and luggage space, ergonomic interiors and superior ride comfort."

Talking about the Etios Sales and Marketing strategy in India, Mr. Koji Nagata, Executive Managing Coordinator, Sales & Marketing, TKM, said: "We have an elaborate Marketing strategy planned for the Etios and it all started with the roping in Mr. A.R.Rahman as our brand ambassador who we believe was a perfect fit with the brand values of our product. We are also prepared to provide our customers a one class above experience, what we refer to as the Q Class Experience. In view of this effort, we have undertaken various initiatives: (a) Express Maintenance Service - Services and delivers the vehicle to the customer in 60 mins, (b) eCRB (Evolutionary Customer Relationship Building) - A tool that keeps the customer informed about the status of the vehicle that has been given for servicing, (c) A sales and service network that will be expanded to 150 dealerships by the end of this year."

Mr. Sailesh Shetty, GM-Sales, TKM added by saying, "We started taking bookings for the car on the 1st of December with a booking amount of Rs. 50,000, and as of today we have received 8000 bookings. The deliveries will begin in January 2011. "

The Etios is very important for Toyota and the company believes this launch marks the beginning of a new era for Toyota in India. In fact this launch will enable Indian customers in the middle income group to own an aspirational Toyota vehicle for the first time. The production of the Etios will begin as planned in the new plant which is the most environmentally friendly automobile manufacturing plant in the country today.

Earlier this year Toyota had announced its plans to begin production of engines and transmissions at the Toyota Kirloskar Auto Parts in the third quarter of 2012 that will help in increasing the localisation content of the Etios.

Toyota Etios Features & Specifications:

Vehicle Outline:

(a) Exterior

A distinctive front grille with a smile line, sculpted surface and dynamic character-line in the front and rear, enhance the presence of the Etios. The rear has a fluent flowing C pillar, rounded end and three-dimensional combination lamps that enrich the vehicle's exterior from different angles.

(b) Interior

The seats are ergonomically designed units with integrated head rests. An instrument panel clearly divided into the information area and operation area with a large centre meter provides excellent visibility. The Etios has class best cabin and luggage space of 595L, a spacious 13L cooled glove box, seven one litre bottle holders, mobile holder and many more such useful storage spaces inside the car.

(c) Performance and Comfort

A newly developed 1.5L, 16V DOHC engine coupled with a 5-Speed manual transmission that produces high output for best-in-class driving performance. The torque is available at low rpm for less gear shifting and stress-free city driving.

The Etios has a superior mileage of 17.6kmpl which is ARAI tested.

Electric power steering for excellent maneuverability and tilt steering ensures a good ergonomic driving experience. The steering comes with audio controls for comfort at the driver's fingertips.

The flat type rear floor design offers ease of movement for rear seat passengers. With its rigid body structure and world class Mac Pherson Strut, the Etios has superior dampening performance providing superior ride comfort.

A class-first 'clean air filter' which is standard across all grades for purified air in the cabin.

(d) Safety

The Etios has various active and passive safety features ensuring the car matches global safety standards. The various safety features are (i) Energy absorbing body shell (ii) Driver & Passenger Air bags and (iii) ABS with EBD.

Its centrally located combimeter reduces eye movement and hence the driver can concentrate on the road.

(e) Special Treatment

To adopt to the various diverse climate and usage conditions in India, special treatment and countermeasures have been implemented:

- Good ground clearance of 170mm

- Under body protection to prevent damage to fuel and brake lines

- Anti-corrosion steel sheets at areas prone to rusting and stone hits

- Chipping resistant paint on rocker mould & fender

Source: Toyota Kirloskar Motor

Toyota Etios Sedan Launched in Mumbai

- Price of Toyota Etios Sedan starts at Rs. 4,96,330 ex showroom Mumbai

- Bookings for the sedan started on 1st Dec

- Hatchback to be launched in April 2011

- Hatchback is named 'Etios Liva'

Toyota Kirloskar Motor held a press meet in Mumbai today to announce the company's entry into the highly competitive B Segment with the launch of the Etios Sedan, the car that has been developed specifically for Indian customers – 'World First, India First, My First'. Toyota had also announced the name of the hatchback version, the Etios Liva.

The Etios sedan will be available in four variants, J, G, V and VX, competitively priced between Rs. 4,96,330/- and Rs. 6,82,519/- ex showroom Mumbai. The product highlights include innovative styling, best-in-class cabin and luggage space, superior comfort, impressive fuel efficiency and the legendary Toyota QDR.

The Etios was launched by Mr. Yoshinori Noritake, (Chief Engineer, Toyota Motor Corporation) in the presence of Mr Hiroshi Nakagawa (Managing Director, TKM) and Mr Sandeep Singh (Deputy Managing Director,TKM) Mr. Koji Nagata (Executive Managing Co-ordinator, TKM).

Mr. Yoshinori Noritake, Chief Engineer of the Etios spoke about the development of the product, he said: "It was very important to understand the needs of Indian car buyers and this was done by extensive research by me and my colleagues. We found that our target customers are highly price conscious but at the same time want good mileage, space and style. One of the strong points of the Etios is its True Sedan design. The Etios has been designed as a Sedan platform and not as Hatch with the boot. It is smartly packaged with all the attributes for Indians who love to travel with their families – boasts best-in-class cabin and luggage space, ergonomic interiors and superior ride comfort."

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Hiroshi Nakagawa, MD TKM, said: "The Etios is very important for Toyota and the company believes this launch marks the beginning of a new era for Toyota in India. In fact this launch will enable Indian customers in the middle income group to own an aspirational Toyota vehicle for the first time. The production of the Etios will begin as planned in the new plant which is the most environmentally friendly automobile manufacturing plant in the country.

Earlier this year Toyota had announced its plans to begin production of engines and transmissions at the Toyota Kirloskar Auto Parts in the third quarter of 2012 that will help in increasing the localisation content of the Etios."

Talking about the Etios Sales and Marketing strategy in India, Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director -Marketing, TKM, said: "We have an elaborate Marketing strategy planned for the Etios and it all started with the roping in of Mr. A.R.Rahman as our brand ambassador who we believe was a perfect fit with the brand values of our product. We are also prepared to provide our customers a one class above experience, what we refer to as the Q Class Experience. In view of this effort, we have undertaken various initiatives: (a) Express Maintenance Service – Which services and delivers the vehicle to the customer in 60 mins, (b) eCRB (Evolutionary Customer Relationship Building) - A tool that keeps the customer informed about the status of the vehicle that has been given for servicing, (c) A sales and service network that will be expanded to 150 dealerships by the end of this year."

Toyota Etios Features & Specifications:

Vehicle Outline:

(a) Exterior

A distinctive front grille with a smile line, sculpted surface and dynamic character-line in the front and rear, enhance the presence of the Etios. The rear has a fluent flowing C pillar, rounded end and three-dimensional combination lamps that enrich the vehicle's exterior from different angles.

(b) Interior

The seats are ergonomically designed units with integrated head rests. An instrument panel clearly divided into the information area and operation area with a large centre meter provides excellent visibility. The Etios has class best cabin and luggage space of 595L, a spacious 13L cooled glove box, seven one litre bottle holders, mobile holder and many more such useful storage spaces inside the car.

(c) Performance and Comfort

A newly developed 1.5L, 16V DOHC engine coupled with a 5-Speed manual transmission that produces high output for best-in-class driving performance. The torque is available at low rpm for less gear shifting and stress-free city driving.

The Etios has a superior mileage of 17.6kmpl which is ARAI tested.

Electric power steering for excellent maneuverability and tilt steering ensures a good ergonomic driving experience. The steering comes with audio controls for comfort at the driver's fingertips.

The flat type rear floor design offers ease of movement for rear seat passengers. With its rigid body structure and world class Mac Pherson Strut, the Etios has superior dampening performance providing superior ride comfort.

A class-first 'clean air filter' which is standard across all grades for purified air in the cabin.

(d) Safety

The Etios has various active and passive safety features ensuring the car matches global safety standards. The various safety features are (i) Energy absorbing body shell (ii) Driver & Passenger Air bags and (iii) ABS with EBD.

Its centrally located combimeter reduces eye movement and hence the driver can concentrate on the road.

(e) Special Treatment

To adopt to the various diverse climate and usage conditions in India, special treatment and countermeasures have been implemented:

- Good ground clearance of 170mm

- Under body protection to prevent damage to fuel and brake lines

- Anti-corrosion steel sheets at areas prone to rusting and stone hits

- Chipping resistant paint on rocker mould & fender

Source: Toyota Kirloskar Motor

Toyota Motors Logs 8,100 Booking for Toyota Etios in Just One Week

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM), the Indian subsidiary of Japanese auto giant Toyota, has registered 8,100 bookings for its newly launched sedan Etios in just one week. The Etios was launched on December 1 in India. On an average, Toyota showrooms across the country have booked orders for almost 1,150 cars every day since the launch. The company has 130 showrooms in the country.

Speaking to FE, Sandeep Singh, deputy managing director (marketing) of TKM, said the first unit of Etios will be rolled out from the plant in Bangalore on December 20. Deliveries will start either from December end or in the beginning of January. He said the company will execute the orders, which it received in the first week, in the next four months.

He said around 90% of the bookings were registered for top three variants of Etios, which comes out with 1.5 litre petrol engine. Toyota has released four variants of Etios sedan with a price tag in the range of Rs 4.96 to Rs 6.86 lakhs. "It's good response from the customers. We are planning to manufacture 9,000 units of Etios at our Bangalore plant in the first four months," he said. He indicated that the Etios success will not affect any models of other companies. Instead, he said the 'B' segment, in which Etios sedan has been positioned, will expand further.

Abdul Majeed, leader-auto practice in PricewaterhouseCoopers said the 'B' segment has been witnessing phenomenal growth. The number of cars sold in 'B' segment increased by 44% to 8.9 lakh units in the first six months of the current financial year compared to 6.17 lakh units in the same period a year ago. During the same period, overall passenger car sales increased to 1.4 million unit from one million unit.

Source: Financial Express

Toyota Etios Diesel in India By December 2011

Thrilled by the overwhelming response received by the petrol version of its latest sensation Etios, the Japanese auto giant is now eyeing to roll-out a diesel version of this model in the Indian market by the end of next year. As per a recent statement given by Mr. Koji Nagata, Director, Marketing at Toyota Kirloskar Motors, the company hopes that Toyota Etios diesel would be launched in India by December, next year.

It is widely speculated that the upcoming diesel version of Etios will be launched with the same 1.4L, Common Rail Diesel engine that is currently doing duties in premium sedan Toyota Corolla Altis. The engine is capable of delivering a maximum power of 88.4 PS in combination with a peak torque of 205Nm

Interestingly, Nissan, which is one of the closest rivals of Toyota in its domestic market is all set to launch a diesel version of its Micra model in the country this week and it is expected to be one of the biggest competitors of Etios hatchback diesel version in coming years.

Earlier this month, the company had launched its first ever mass segment car – Toyota Etios – in the Indian market on 1st of December. The car comes powered by a 1.5 L DOHC engine that is capable of producing a peak power of 90 bhp with 132 Nm of peak torque. It offers an exceptional mileage of over 17 km/l.

Designed with Toyota’s global quality standards, the new Etios sedan is all set to give its competitors a run for their money. The company has kept it starting price highly competitive at Rs 4.96 (Delhi ex-showroom), in a bid to give it a price edge over its rivals like Maruti Swift Dzire, Volkswagen Vento, Ford Fiesta, Tata Indigo CS and Manza, and Chevrolet Aveo.

Source: Cartradeindia.com

Toyota Cars In India To Hike Price

The Indian auto JV, Toyota Kirloskar is planning to raise the price of its certain models in an attempt to compensate the hike in input costs and the fluctuating exchange rates. Toyota Kirloskar’s MD for India said that a time has come for the company to revise the prices of its models in the wake of yen fluctuation and input cost rise.

The matter has become a great concern for Toyota Kirloskar since the cost of many components have risen to a great extent, he added. The price rise for Toyota models has become inevitable he said. He said a final decision will come off not later than 20th instant when the actual level of rise will be let known. The revision will become effective for invariably all models barring the recently launched Etios sedan. Toyota’s two plants are with the capacity of 150000 units of which the Bangalore facility delivers SUV Fortuner, Innova MUV, Corolla Altis premium sedan. The import brands are premium SUV Prado and Camry luxury sedan.

In the meantime, the country’s largest car manufacturer Maruti is contemplating an another price rise quoting the rise in the commodity costs. GM India and Hyundai Motor India also follow the suit by which they may hike the price by 2% effective January 2011.

Source: living.oneindia.in

Toyota Etios in India; Price Between Rs. 4.96 to 6.86 Lakh

Toyota Kirloskar Motor launched the Etios Sedan today, marking the company's entry into the highly competitive B Segment in India. The Etios has been developed specifically for Indian customers – 'World First, India First, My First'.

Toyota Etios Price in India:
The Toyota Etios sedan will be available in four variants, J, G, V and VX, competitively priced between 4,96,000/- and 6,86,500/- ex showroom Delhi. The product highlights include innovative styling, best-in-class cabin and luggage space, superior comfort, impressive fuel efficiency and the legendary Toyota QDR.

The Etios was launched by Mr. Akio Toyoda, President of Toyota Motor Corporation and scion of Toyota's founding family, on his maiden visit to India after taking over as the Head of the company. Also present were Mr. Akira Okabe (Senior Managing Director, TMC), Mr. Soichiro Okudaira (Managing Officer, TMC), Mr. Osamu Nagata (Managing Officer, TMC), Mr. Yoshinori Noritake (Chief Engineer - Etios, TMC), Mr. Vikram Kirloskar (Vice Chairman, TKM), Mr. Hiroshi Nakagawa (Managing Director, TKM) and Mr. Sandeep Singh (Deputy Managing Director-Marketing, TKM).

Commenting on the launch of the Etios, Mr. Akio Toyoda, President TMC said: "India is a key market for our overall strategic growth plans, and the launch of the Etios is definitely a milestone not only for Toyota in India but for Toyota globally. Toyota strongly believes in the 'customer first' philosophy, hence it was important to collect valuable feedback from our prospective customers right from the concept stage to what the Etios is today. We at Toyota believe, 'the road makes the car' and the Etios is a product of real-world testing on roads across India. Our testing has covered a hundred thousand kilometers on every kind of road that Indian drivers encounter, from Kolkata to Mumbai, from the Himalayan foothills to the tip of the Indian peninsula.

We at Toyota will continue listening carefully to Indian customers to stay in touch with their changing expectations. We will respond quickly with technological development and continue providing products that Indian customers will love."

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Hiroshi Nakagawa, MD TKM, said: "The Etios is very important to us, and its launch today marks the beginning of a new era for Toyota in India. In fact this launch will enable Indian customers in the middle income group to own an aspirational Toyota vehicle for the first time. I proudly also announce that production of the Etios will begin as planned in our new plant which is the most environmentally friendly automobile manufacturing plant in the country today.

Earlier this year we announced our plans to locally produce engines and transmissions at the Toyota Kirloskar Auto Parts in the third quarter of 2012 that will help us increase the localisation content of the Etios. Toyota in India will facilitate not just economic growth but social growth as well of the region it operates in, and in turn strive to be the most loved and admired company."

Mr. Yoshinori Noritake, Chief Engineer of the Etios spoke about the development of the product, he said: "It was very important to understand the needs of Indian car buyers before designing an India specific car. We learnt that Indian customers are very price conscious but at the same time want space and comfort for their family, and style to enhance their status. One of the strong points of the Etios sedan is its true sedan design – designed on a sedan platform and not as a hatch with a boot – smart packaging that makes it compact at the same time spacious. More than 2000 engineers from Japan and India have worked in close collaboration over the last four years with a vision to offer Etios customers the 'joy of ownership' and 'quality of life'."

Talking about the Etios Sales and Marketing strategy in India, Sandeep Singh, DMD-Marketing, TKM, said: "We have planned an elaborate marketing strategy to warm up to our target customer and through our various campaigns we aim to successfully establish the Etios brand in India. To start with we signed on Mr. A.R.Rahman as our Brand Ambassador to establish an instant connect between the Etios values and Indian masses. We are committed to give our customers a Q-Class experience through a sales and service network that will be expanded to 150 dealerships by the end of this year. The bookings for the Etios sedan start today and deliveries will begin in January 2011.

We would also like to use this occasion to announce the name of the Hatchback version: Etios Liva, which will go on sale in April 2011."

Toyota Etios Features, Mileage & Specifications:

(a) Exterior
A distinctive front grille with a smile line, sculpted surface and dynamic character-line in the front and rear, enhance the presence of the Etios. The rear has a fluent flowing C pillar, rounded end and three-dimensional combination lamps that enrich the vehicle's exterior from different angles.

(b) Interior
The seats are ergonomically designed units with integrated head rests. An instrument panel clearly divided into the information area and operation area with a large centre meter provides excellent visibility. The Etios has class best cabin and luggage space of 595L, a spacious 13L cooled glove box, seven one litre bottle holders, mobile holder and many more such useful storage spaces inside the car.

(c) Performance and Comfort
A newly developed 1.5L, 16V DOHC engine coupled with a 5-Speed manual transmission that produces high output for best-in-class driving performance. The torque is available at low rpm for less gear shifting and stress-free city driving.

The Etios has a superior mileage of 17.6kmpl which is ARAI tested.

Electric power steering for excellent maneuverability and tilt steering ensures a good ergonomic driving experience. The steering comes with audio controls for comfort at the driver's fingertips.

The flat type rear floor design offers ease of movement for rear seat passengers. With its rigid body structure and world class Mac Pherson Strut, the Etios has superior dampening performance providing superior ride comfort.

A class-first 'clean air filter' which is standard across all grades for purified air in the cabin.

(d) Safety
The Etios has various active and passive safety features ensuring the car matches global safety standards. The various safety features are (i) Energy absorbing body shell (ii) Driver & Passenger Air bags and (iii) ABS with EBD.

Its centrally located combimeter reduces eye movement and hence the driver can concentrate on the road.

(e) Special Treatment
To adopt to the various diverse climate and usage conditions in India, special treatment and countermeasures have been implemented:
- Good ground clearance of 170mm
- Under body protection to prevent damage to fuel and brake lines
- Anti-corrosion steel sheets at areas prone to rusting and stone hits
- Chipping resistant paint on rocker mould & fender

Source: Toyota Kirloskar Motor

Latest Toyota FJ Cruiser 2011

FJ Cruiser Concept design first introduced in 2003 at the Detroit Auto Show. Three years later, 2006, the car is launched only for the North American market. For performance, the Toyota SUV designed for use on the highway and off-road. Hence, the system of 4 x 4 which is applied to part-time. At times, the system can be transformed into 4 x 2 or 4 x 4 in accordance with field conditions.

Automatic transmission
FJ Cruiser uses a gasoline engine 1GR-FE 4.0-liter capacity with the latest D-VVT-i (Double Variable Valve Timing-intelligent), suction channel which could be extended or shortened according to the engine working conditions. For transmission, Toyota's use 5 Super ECT (automatic). In Japan, SUVs are sold with prices starting at 3.14 million yen (USD 323 million) and off-road package for 3.32 million yen (USD 341 million). Mechanical power generated is not mentioned. Fuel consumption is claimed to be 8.4 km / liter to achieve CO2 emissions of 276 g / km.

From the front, this SUV looks solid because of his cabin and a large straight. Side mirrors are also large, while the front bumper comes with the center are painted silver. The combination of body color with white roof gives the impression of Toyota's special on this one product. Next door using hinges at the back so they can open a more spacious cabin, allows drivers and passengers in and out.

Special package
FJ Cruiser is equipped with LED type rear brake lights and mounted above the rear glass (rear spoiler). Interior uses analog instruments to give a solid impression. For entertainment, paired with 8 speakers. The ceiling used to place the speakers so that it can produce sound throughout the cabin. By using a double wishbone suspension in front and trailing arm at the rear, Toyota claims that the SUV steady maneuvering around the corner and provide stability in a straight line. Its shock absorbers are also set back to provide maximum comfort.