Toyota Avanza Review
Toyota is now ready to launch its new product Toyota Avanza by the end of December 2015 . Replacing Toyota Innova, the company has planned to keep the product’s price low and it will come in international Multi-Purpose Vehicle (IMV) segment. The shape of the vehicle is like MUV and SUV too. It is smaller in size than its hatchback sibling which will give ease of driving in traffic jams. Toyota has unveiled petrol version of Avanza but it is expected that a diesel version will be also launched. Since Toyota Innova and Toyota Fortuner, it is the third Toyota product which will be launched internationally as Innovative International Multipurpose Vehicle.
Toyota is planning to launch Toyota Avanza as a multipurpose vehicle rather than SUV to avoid the decrease in sales of Toyota Innova. This to be launched Toyota product would attract buyers interested in compact SUV’s and that too at affordable price. Its price is expected to be around 7 lacks and comparing it to Toyota Innova, it will have a smaller size and smaller engine capacity.
Toyota Avanza will offer better fuel efficiency although its power efficiency will be low than other cars in the market. The car is expected to have features like robust design, masculine edges, sharp elegant features, rigidness and bulkiness. It is expected that it will give a tough competition to Mahindra Xylo, Chevrolet Tavera and the newest offering from Nissan NV200.
Toyota Avanza Variants
It is expected that Toyota Avanza will hit the market by the end of the year and depending upon trim levels and other options, its price will be around 7 lacs. This car is smaller than Toyota Innova and is choice of all those big families that use this type of car for daily purposes. The company has announced petrol version of the car but it is rumored that diesel engine version will hit the market too. Already being successful in Thailand, this car is expected to be a huge hit in Indian market.
Toyota Avanza Mileage and Fuel Efficiency
Variant | Mileage (City) | Mileage (Highway) |
Toyota Avanza | 11.2 Kmpl | 15.8 Kmp |
Toyota Avanza will be launched as an IMV and will be positioned below the Toyota Innova. The all new Toyota Avanza promises better mileage and fuel efficiency. The petrol version will deliver 11.2 kmpl in city region while on highway its mileage increases to 15.8 kmpl. With these features, the car will soon take over the market and will replace its hatchback cousin. The company has installed VVTi technology for better fuel efficiency and less carbon emissions.
Toyota Avanza Expected Engine
The all new dynamic Toyota Avanza which is much anticipated is expected to have powerful 1.5l petrol engine, however it is rumored that the company will launch diesel engine variant also, but no specifications are given by the company. It is believed that in addition to this powerful engine, DOHC 16 valve with new VVTI technology will be included in the package. The maximum power of the car is expected to be 109PS at 6,000 rpm and 141 Nm of peak torque at 4,400 rpm. Toyota Avanza engine capacity is expected to be 1495 cc and this figure is enough to imagine the power it produces keeping in mind the fact that the car is much smaller than Toyota Innova. VVTi stands for Variable Valve Timing intelligent and it is responsible for the car’s higher performance, better fuel economy and less emissions.
Toyota Avanza Expected Pickup and Acceleration
Engine | Variant | Max. Power (bhp) | Max. Torque (Nm) | Pickup (0- 100) (sec.) | Top Speed | Transmission |
Petrol | Toyota Avanza | 107 | 141 | 5 speed manual |
The Power packed 1.5 L Toyota Petrol Engine of the Toyota Avanza possesses a massively sheer power of about 107 bhp and a superb torque of about 141 Nm. However there is no accurate estimate of the car’s pickup and top speed; but it is sure to deliver more than the expected.
Toyota Avanza Expected Interiors and Features
Like its exteriors, Toyota Avanza is believed to have its Interiors sporty and stunning. The seven seater car is expected to have a spacious interior with a large space for leg room and head room. The interior color would be beige with fabric material seats. Toyota Avanza’s dashboard contains instrument panel, AC vents, storage box and audio system. The two storage boxes are in front of two front passengers and AC vents are placed at each side and middle of the dashboard. The steering wheel is four spoke mounted with audio controls which is really a thing to talk about. Talking about the seats, the front seats would be log separated split fold while the second row seats would be foldable bench type seats with headrests. The added comfort feature to the seats is armrest for every seat included with bottle holder. In addition to these comfort features, the Toyota Avanza is blessed with manual air conditioner, electronic adjustable rear view mirrors, rear door lock, power windows, manual seat adjusting and manual viper control system with timer. So the interior specifications tell us that the car will be spacious with overall comfort for driver and passenger.
Toyota Avanza Expected Exteriors and Features
The all new Toyota Avanza would be sporty with sharp curves and flow lines as far as exteriors are concerned. As we look at the front of the car, we get chrome finished upper grille and sporty looking headlight cluster. The front bumper comes in exclusive design and each side of the bumper sports integrated fog lights. Turn indicators and multifunctional headlamp are designed to give the car an aggressive look. At the body colored bumper, a unique lower grille is placed. The side skirts are placed lower which adds to the Toyota Avanza sporty look. Front and rear wiper will also come in distinctive style. Wheels are 15 inch alloy which enhances the sporty look of the IMV. The back of the car is also in stunning shape and design. The taillight cluster is vertical stacked and has brake light, turn indicator and reverse light. A body color rear spoiler comes with LED brake light. So with dashing sporty looks, the car will be a tough competition to its rivals.
Toyota Avanza Expected Safety Features
Toyota Avanza is expected to be included with most of the current safety systems. Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) airbag might be installed for safety for driver and front passenger. Apart from this, Toyota Avanza is loaded with crash body safety, side bar protection, ABS with EBD, safety belts and Thief Deterrent system.
Toyota Avanza Expected Driving and Handling
The company has given more attention towards the handling of car. The braking system of the Toyota Avanza will have McPherson strut with stabilizer front suspension and Four link Coil spring rear fork that ensure butter-smooth riding experience. Powerful engine, braking system and jerk and jolt resistant shock absorbers make Toyota Avanza better to handle.
Toyota Avanza Expected Accessories
The Toyota Avanza is expected to be equipped with 1 CD MP3 WMA audio system supported by 4 speakers. There would be other car accessories for Toyota Avanza such as electronic adjustable rear view mirrors, manual air conditioner, power windows, rear door lock, manual seat adjusting and manual viper control system with timer.
Conclusion
The Toyota Avanza would prove a tough competition to its competitors making its own brand image in the market consequently.
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