Toyota Kirloskar took the covers off its brand new offering for India. Set to launch in mid 2018, the Toyota Yaris compact sedan will jump into a highly competitive segment.
Toyota Yaris Expected Launch
Set to launch in mid-2018, the Toyota Yaris compact sedan will jump into a highly competitive segment. We have waited for this car for ages now
Toyota Yaris Expected Price
Toyota has been cautious pricing its non-premium cars and hopefully, it will continue to follow the tradition. The outright denial of introducing a vehicle below Rs 4 lakh by the company of late cleared the intent to not compromise on the quality to mint numbers. Keeping that in mind, the new Yaris is likely to be priced along the lines as its competitors in the segment. Agreed that aggressive pricing is requisite but Toyota will try to restrict price within Rs 7 lakh to Rs 12 lakhs.
Toyota Yaris Exteriors
Toyota Yaris’ exteriors are based on the new design language embraced by Corolla and Camry. Nose features sleek chrome radiator grille reminiscent of Corolla saloon. The sleek front grille is flanked by the lean swept-back headlamps. The india-bound model could also feature daytime running lights. The lower side of the bumper gets large air intake which is ringed by the hexagonal grille. The large fog lamp housing could feature the splash of chrome used neatly. Side profile appears aggressive too highlighted by the sharp shoulder line. Arches and wheels are spaced well; subtle creases are evident on the side profile. Rear could feature a chrome strip running across the boot lid. Wrap around tail lamps and fog lamps could ornate the rear as well.
Toyota Yaris Interiors
Low quality of material used in the cabin of Etios was a huge put off in the sedan. Thankfully, Toyota has worked on the interiors of Yaris which appear very similar to the 2014 version of Corolla saloon. Especially the design cues have been borrowed from the Corolla sedan along with a number of features. Utility space has been given prominence to avail generous storage room within the cabin. A dual-tone colour scheme is likely to be enveloped inside. Among the features expected to be packed in the cabin steering mounted controls, climate controls, 2-DIN music system and rear AC vents are included.
Toyota Yaris Expected Price
Toyota has been cautious pricing its non-premium cars and hopefully, it will continue to follow the tradition. The outright denial of introducing a vehicle below Rs 4 lakh by the company of late cleared the intent to not compromise on the quality to mint numbers. Keeping that in mind, the new Yaris is likely to be priced along the lines as its competitors in the segment. Agreed that aggressive pricing is requisite but Toyota will try to restrict price within Rs 7 lakh to Rs 12 lakhs.
Toyota Yaris Specifications
The new Toyota Yaris is offered with only one engine - a 1.5-litre petrol with dual VVT-i that produces 107bhp and 140Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a CVT gearbox which sends power to the front wheels.
The new Toyota Yaris is based on the Japanese carmaker's Global 'B' platform and measures in at 4,115mm long, 1,700mm wide, and 1,475mm tall. The Toyota Yaris has a wheelbase that is 2,550mm long and weighs in at just over a tonne (kerb weight).
To ensure the Yaris survives on India roads, Toyota has raised the ride height of the sedan. The wheels are smaller - 15 inches - to deal with bad Indian roads fitted with 180 section tyres to help enhance fuel efficiency.
