Toyota Etios, a low ranged model has finally made its debut in Delhi. This hatchback car launched by Toyota India, japanese car maker has been designed keeping young generation in mind. It is going to give one on one competition to other cars in hatchback segment such as Volkswagen Polo, Skoda Fabia, Fiat Punto, Maruti Swift, Hyundai i20 and Nissan Micra.
Toyota Etios Liva Car Review:
Etios Liva is available in four variants G, J, V and VX. It is powered by 4 cylinder 1.2 litre petrol engine that can produce 50BHP of peak power. The 1.4 litre diesel engine car will be launched later. The car comes with curvy exteriors, bold styling and delivers outstanding efficiency, durability and comfort. It delivers good mileage in city as well as on highway. It is also equipped with foldable rear seats and sport steering wheel.
The car will be available in 7 shades which are symphony silver, serene blush, vermillion red, white, ultramarine blue, celestial black. The model is likely to be released on June 27, 2011.
Technical specifications:
Dimensions:
Length – 3775 mm
Width – 1695 mm
Height – 1510 mm
Power: 78.9 bhp @5600RPM
Torque: 10.6 kgm @3100RPM
Engine: 1197 cc, 16 valve, petrol
5 speed manual transmission
Wheelbase: 2460 mm
Ground clearance: 173 mm
Safety: optional airbags and ABS with EBD
Suspension: McPherson Strut (front), Torsion beam (rear)
Bootspace: 151 litre
Fuel efficiency: 13 to 18 kmpl
Brakes: ventilated discs (front), drums (rear)
Variants: J,G,V,VX
Base model: Toyota Etios Liva J
Top model: Toyota Etios Liva VX
Toyota Etios Price in India:
Rs. 399,000 to Rs. 599,000
However, the prices vary according to different locations depending on the dealer as well.
Toyota Etios Liva Car Models
Toyota Etios Liva J
Price: Rs 399,000
Average(city): 14.5 kmpl
Engine(cc): 1197 cc
Features: base variant comes with ABS(anti braking system), dual SRS airbags, driver seatbelt warning, EBD, etc.
Toyota Etios Liva G
Price: Rs 459,000
Average(city): 14.5 kmpl
Engine(cc): 1197 cc
Features: Standard features of the base variant along with power windows, tubeless tyres, central locking, electric power steering, immobilizer and keyless entry.
Toyota Etios Liva G Safety
Price: Rs 505,000
Average(city): 14.5 kmpl
Engine(cc): 1197 cc
Features: Standard features of variant G along with some additional safety features ilke ABS, EBD, driver seatbelt warning, dual SRS airbags.
Toyota Etios Liva V
Price: Rs 549,000
Average(city): 14.5 kmpl
Engine(cc): 1197 cc
Features: Most of the standard features and additional features like rear defogger, tachometer, audio controls on steering wheel, chrome garnish on bot, chrome accented air vents, door ajar warning, dual SRS airbags, remote fuel lid opener. There are alloy wheels also.
Toyota Etios Liva VX
Price: Rs 599,000
Average(city): 14.5 kmpl
Engine(cc): 1197 cc
Features: This top end model includes all the standard features and safety features. It is equipped with roof spolier and alloy wheels.
What we like?
Spacious interiors with seating capacity for 5 people
Flat type rear floor
Great mileage at 18.31 kmpl
DVD/Audio player with remote control
What we dint like?
Engine is not tuned for performance but mileage
The looks might not be liked by all
Though the interiors are spacious but it lacks plushness