2009 Toyota iQ

The latest production version of Toyota's revolutionary iQ made its debut at the Paris Salon of 2008. Last seen as a short in the final design shown in Geneva earlier this year, iQ is a city car that is so innovative that - like the Toyota Prius - it stands as an important milestone for the future development of the vehicle.

The radical thinking behind Toyota iQ conventional car design becomes the head. Toyota engineers went to extraordinary lengths to redesign, re-engineering or the placement of components to achieve its goal of a car that is less than three meters long, but has four seats inside with no compromise on space, comfort and driving fun.

Toyota iQ redefines what a car should be in the era of congested cities and increased environmental awareness, not least by achieving emission levels of carbon dioxide that began in 99g/km. At the same time, it is fun to drive with excellent dynamics and advanced technology.

Hiroki Nakajima, iQ Toyota's chief engineer, explains: "For the development of iQ my research for a design concept befitting a stylish and small, sophisticated car began by providing the customer. My theory was that the group of people best suited for the style of this car, small size and premium edge would be described as "post-modern '- people who demonstrate independence in their choice of lifestyle and values."


Toyota iQ can be ordered from now on, the delivery takes place in January 2009. Every year the volume of sales for Europe is expected to be around 80,000 units.

DESIGN

Five years ago Toyota launched a program to dramatically improve vehicle packaging, focusing on solutions for the miniaturization of key developments of the vehicle. The result of this project formed the basis for the development of the Toyota iQ.

The goal was a new kind of city car that would accommodate four people within an overall length of less than three meters. The result was a milestone in the solution that will influence long-term future development of Toyota vehicles. Toyota iQ is the ultimate expression of refined, but environmentally efficient urban mobility.

The extraordinary interior space in a car that measures just 2985mm long, 1500mm high and 1680mm wide is a tribute to the determination and ingenuity of Toyota's design team and engineering.

That can carry four people (three adults and one child) in comfort and safety to highway speeds, it is only the beginning of history. From a sheet of paper, Toyota has created an ingenious new and distinctive city car. And with its large, 2000mm wheelbase, Toyota iQ is a compact yet muscular stance that is like no other car.

Toyota iQ design represents the essence of Toyota's J-factor of heritage, encompassing the best elements of Japanese aesthetics, such as miniaturization and modernism. Most importantly it provides contradictory elements into harmony, as "small but spacious" or "high-tech yet human."

J-factor is the foundation of Toyota's Vibrant Clarity design philosophy, through long-standing paradoxes are resolved, such as how to create vehicles that are powered and dynamic, but at the same time rational and ingenious.

One of the three key elements of Vibrant Clarity is FreeForm Geometrics, which can be seen in the Toyota iQ's functional design technologies, for example, the "manta ray" style of the center console.

On the outside, another element comes into play - "Perfect imbalance of proportions." Large wheels placed at the end of the vehicle to a strong position that belies the car's compact size.

True to J-factor of minimalist aesthetics, Toyota iQ will be available from launch in three exterior colors: Pearl White Metallic, Black Metallic and Amethyst Metallic (more colors will be available later).

INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS SEIS a breakthrough in vehicle PACKAGING

Toyota iQ remarkable interior volume is reduced to its long wheelbase and short overhangs 2000mm - 530mm at the front and 455mm at the rear. Internal length of the rear of the instrument panel to the hip of the rear seats is an impressive 1238mm. To achieve this breakthrough, six space-saving innovations have been developed in engineering.

The integration of the front mounted on a conventional design of differential transmission allowed Toyota iQ to be built with an ultra-short front overhang. This reduction in total length, while at the same time increasing the length of the cabin. Artfully, not only reduces the amount of space required for the engine compartment, but also allows the front wheels of large diameter which is placed in the far corners of the vehicle. This shortens the overhangs, which in turn improves the stability and maneuverability.

Use center-off steering gear and put it in as the engine bay, transmission, engine and differential could return. The engine compartment could be considerably smaller, further reducing the front overhang.

Traditionally, fuel tank is located underneath a car in the rear seats. By making the deposit of plans, reducing it to only 120 mm in height and solving the problems of rapid changes in surface fuel levels that would normally create this design, the tank could be moved under the floor. Toyota iQ's fuel tank has a capacity of 32 liters, with a wide range of driving. Fishing rear back rear shocks allow interior space to be increased.

The thinness of the seats liberates a 40mm rear passenger knee height in the room. The seats that weigh up to 30 percent less than conventional ones, contributing to the overall fuel efficiency and low emissions. Using extruded pipe materials rather than steel sheet of high strength ensures the structure is rigid. The slimmer design, with integrated headrests, save space without sacrificing comfort or safety.

Reduce the size of the heater and air conditioning by 20 percent compared to the Toyota Yaris allowed engineers to make significant savings of space without compromising performance. This means that the blower unit, usually located in front of the front passenger, which could be integrated with the main ventilation unit in a central position. This innovation allowed the front passenger area to move forward, freeing up cabin space and increased legroom.

The innovative asymmetrical panel was designed to open the entire area of the cabin. Ensuring a wide legroom for the front passenger, even when the seat is in position later. The sliding seat configuration allows an adult 190cm tall to sit comfortably in the back seat behind a front passenger of the same height. Shoulder to shoulder distance between driver and front passenger is 50 mm wider than the Yaris and bears comparison with a vehicle in the segment C. Space at all seats and the design means there is plenty of room for three adults and one child, either passenger or luggage behind the driver.

ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE

Toyota iQ Toyota's success is well established to reduce the environmental impact of its vehicles without compromising performance and driving dynamics. With CO2 emissions at the lowest level 99g/km (with manual transmission), is clearly a city car in the right place at the right time.

Its innovative, aerodynamic packaging has been achieved through a low height, low center of gravity and wheels pushed to the four corners of the car. This gives agility at low speed and unprecedented stability for a small car on motorways and winding roads. A minimum turning radius of 3.9 meters the more agile handling, even in crowded city streets.

Toyota iQ is based on a new platform with MacPherson strut front suspension and a newly developed compact torsion beam rear. Together, these provide dynamic high degree of comfort. The suspension is well adjusted to make the car hug corners at speed without losing stability.

IQ Toyota engines and transmissions have been developed under Toyota's philosophy of providing optimal unit of very low fuel consumption and emissions without compromising power and driving pleasure.

An engine at launch will be available: a 1.0 liters of gasoline VVT-i with a choice of five-speed manual or CVT Multidrive a new system.

1.0-liter VVT-i engine

The 1.0 liters of gasoline VVT-i engine, the 2008 winner of the engine of the year "in sub-class 1.0-liter is a lightweight, three-cylinder unit, producing 67bhp (68 Din hp) at 6000rpm and 91Nm of torque at 4800rpm. Combined with a high proportion of five-speed manual transmission, it returns 65.7mpg in combined cycle driving and 99g/km of carbon dioxide (provisional figures before final approval). This keeps Toyota iQ in the United Kingdom under the 100g/km threshold for vehicle excise duty, a reference point which is also used for tax purposes in other major European markets, too. Multidrive specified with the transmission, the engine emits 110g/km CO2 (provisional figure).

Multidrive transmission

Toyota Multidrive uses the latest continuously variable transmission (CVT) to give a very soft, while optimizing the balance between performance feel and fuel economy. Continuously monitors and selects the best combination of speed and change of speed, automatically eliminating "shift shock" or jumps when changing gears. To maximize torque without unnecessary acceleration and smooths gear changes, for example, limiting the changes up and down to shift for maximum braking force of the motor. The system provides all of the city features an easy automatic gearbox conventional.

Models equipped with a feature Multidrive ECO driving indicator lamp on the multi-information display. This encourages more economical driving by signaling when fuel is being saved, and therefore reduces emissions. Current and average fuel consumption are also permanently on display.

Gear shift indicator

Models with manual transmission are equipped with a gear shift indicator which shows the driver when to change up or down a gear to achieve better environmental performance. The system is the driving, the pressure of the accelerator pedal and vehicle speed into account and you can return a fuel consumption saving of between 0.5 and three per cent compared with the change in normal operation, depending on the habits of each driver.

Future developments

1.33 liters of a new dual VVT-i petrol engine with Stop & Start technology will be available on the Toyota iQ later in 2009. 1.4 D-4D diesel will be offered from launch in some European markets, but is not scheduled for introduction in the UK.

Many of the innovations of the Toyota iQ will be adapted and developed for future models of Toyota. The car is a major milestone in Toyota with the environment and efforts to develop technologies for much lower emissions. It is an essential part of Toyota to meet the challenge of the Japanese Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) voluntary commitment of the fleet average of 140 g / km emissions by 2009.

STILL active and passive safety

Toyota iQ benefits from sophisticated active and passive safety technology to protect drivers, passengers and pedestrians, with a range of features rarely seen progress in the smaller vehicles.

ABS integrated with Brake Assist (BA) and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) is standard on all models. Assistant director of vehicle stability control (VSC +) combined with Traction Control (TRC) is also in the whole range and incorporates the Department of Electric Power Control to minimize the risk of under-or oversteer.

The new braking system has 255mm front discs and 180mm drums. For safety and collision braking feel, "a kind of link the brake pedal is equipped.

The body has a high strength multi-path load structure efficiently absorb and disperse the impact forces. Designed by Toyota, enhances protection of occupants in a frontal collision through six strategic elements to absorb and redistribute the energy of impact, including the suspension side rail and cross members, dashboard cross member and the front tires located as far forward as possible.

The shape and height of the bonnet and a collapsible hood construction are designed to deform in an impact to mitigate pedestrian injuries.

All models are equipped with nine airbags. The passenger front airbag has a dual chamber design with a low pressure pump to fill the space between the passenger and the dashboard.

The driver has a knee airbag, which, because of the short steering column, can be placed closer to the knees of the driver, reducing deployment time and the required amount of inflation. In the front passenger side there is a new airbag cushion to work with seat belts and to reduce the force to disperse the head, chest and upper body. This air mattress is more effective in limiting motion than conventional hip, knee airbags, because Toyota iQ's asymmetrical dashboard design.

Protection of side effects is provided by two front side airbags, designed to limit the thorax and pelvis at the same time. Two side curtain shield airbags protect all four occupants of side impact to the head and neck.

Emergency locking retractor (ELR) seatbelts are fitted on all seats, with pretensioners and force limiters for driver and front passenger.

World first rear airbag

Toyota iQ is a world first breakthrough with a rear window curtain shield airbag. This deploys from the roof behind the rear headrests to protect occupants in a rear-end collision.

Isofix child seat anchors are installed in the rear seats. A high tensile steel frame construction with integrated seat head restraints provide drivers and passengers to safety and collision whiplash protection performance equal to Toyota's latest active headrest systems.

With its 360 degree approach to safety, Toyota aims to meet Euro NCAP five stars for occupant protection.

Aspiration EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATION

In line with its innovative design and high quality finish, we offer as standard a number of features to increase the premium style, comfort and convenience, along with more modest and conventional models specified in the city car segment.

Two grades are available - one seat and an upgrade version of premium. The main features are included (according to grade) alloy wheels, electrically adjustable heated door mirrors with integrated turn indicators, automatic air conditioning, privacy glass, smart entry and start system, dusk-sensing headlamps , rain-sensing wipers and a rear view mirror auto-regulation.

To add even more luster to his Toyota iQ, owners will be offered a wide range of dedicated accessories.

2004 Toyota Prius

Toyota Prius

The Toyota Prius is the first commercial mass production and marketing of hybrid cars. Which went on sale in Japan in 1997 and worldwide in 2001. In late 2003, nearly 160,000 units had been produced for sale in Japan, Europe and North America. In Latin, prius means "before" or "first". The Prius (2000 to 2003 model years) is certified as a Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV) by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). With the 2004 model, the Prius was redesigned as a midsize gate and certified as an Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (AT-PZEV). For North America, it used to slot between the Echo and Corolla in the line, but now the slots beween the Corolla and Camry since the second generation of this vehicle was released. Prius has won numerous awards including Car of the Year Awards for Europe, Japan and North America.

How does it work?

The Prius has been called a true hybrid vehicle, designed from the ground up. Toyota Prius to the goal was to reduce the amount of pollution they produce and to be as energy efficient as possible. We used several methods to try to achieve this goal, including:
More efficient use of internal combustion engine (ICE), reducing gasoline consumption. The 1NZ-FXE engine uses the more efficient Atkinson cycle instead of the more common Otto cycle;
Two electric motors / generators, providing 50 kW (67 hp) @ 1200 to 1540 rpm and 400 N m (295 ft lbf) torque from 0 to 1200 rpm, which will contribute significantly to efficiency and economy;
50 kW IGBT inverter controlled by a 32-bit microprocessor, which converts energy efficiently between the batteries and the motor / generator.
Coefficient of friction less than 0.26 (0.29 for 2000 model), the reduction of air resistance, especially at high speeds;
Low rolling resistance tires 2000 model, reducing road friction;
Regenerative braking, a process for recovering kinetic energy when braking or traveling down a slope and storing the electrical energy in the traction battery for later use while reducing wear on brake pads;
Sealed 168-cell nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery providing 201.6 volts;
Continuously variable transmission - the Prius does not use a typical CVT, Toyota calls the division of power devices. Electric motors and gasoline engine are connected to a planetary gear set is always committed, and no change.
Fuel tank resin flexible, reducing the amount of hydrocarbon emissions in gasoline vapor escaped;
Vacuum flask coolant storage system that stores hot engine coolant, and then reused to reduce the heating time.
Weight reduction - for example, hatch and hood are aluminum instead of steel.


Touted advantages of the Prius in recent designs include high-energy performance never need to be connected, as ultimately all the energy from the gasoline engine. This means that the units as a traditional ICE automobile, with the onboard computer taking care and being able to change the engine and motors, and automatically determines when to charge the battery as well as more efficient use of engine or electric motors (or both) based on driving conditions. This also means you can not use electricity from external sources, and some see it as a serious drawback. The Prius recovers energy that is otherwise wasted when braking, the car's kinetic energy is partly recovered to recharge the battery instead of being wasted as heat. This also reduces brake wear.

The engine can be turned off once it is heated and the catalyst in the exhaust system has reached operating temperature. The Prius can be driven only by electricity, which is sometimes called "stealth mode" due to lack of engine noise. This further reduces gasoline consumption and wear on the engine. When conditions demand additional power the engine is started automatically.

The on-board computer ensures that the engine is running in the most efficient conditions. Normally, a gasoline engine is inefficient when the throttle is half open, creating a choking operating conditions. This effect, called pumping loss, is a major cause of the inefficiency of gasoline engines compared to diesel engines. The Prius minimizes pumping loss by running the gasoline engine senior par with the throttle fully open. Drive-by-wire throttle control technology and what Toyota calls Hybrid Synergy Drive (a torque combiner simple, relatively strong electrical and control equipment) are essential in this motor control.

Just as the immediate benefit of reducing fuel consumption and emissions, stopping the engine also improves the performance of the catalytic converter, as in a normal vehicle exhaust gas of an engine at idle tends to cool the catalyst below its temperature optimal.

Unlike conventional cars, the beginning and the frequent closure of the causes or the additional engine wear or emission problems, the engines, because they have enough power to quickly and turn the engine rpm to the maximum (around 1000) before the engine really begins to "fire." This avoids wear when the engine is "running" (with fuel and spark) at very low rpm, as in most vehicles.

For any car, aerodynamic losses due to drag is much higher on the road at low speed city driving. A hybrid car does not, however, gets worse mileage in city driving because its engine is much less efficient at low power, such as when stopped in traffic, and because they often need to dump their kinetic energy during braking stop and go driving. The Prius is improved fuel efficiency in the city because the cycles of the engine dynamometer can close instead of running at low power, and run solely on battery power at low speeds and when stopped (including the cabin air heating / cooling and steering system). Also, the car's kinetic energy during braking can be captured and stored in the battery. According to EPA tests, 2004-2006 Prius gets 60 mpg (U.S.) in the city dynamometer tests, compared with 51 on the highway, and Natural Resources Canada estimates 58.8 mpg (U.S. .) (4.0 l/100 km) in the city and 56.0 (4.2 l/100 km) on the road. (Due to the particularities of these tests, few drivers get these values in the typical suburban mileage circumstances, but the "real world" with careful driving performance can come close.) This means that the great advantages of a hybrid is found mostly in city driving, though factors including driving style, the use of air conditioning, and short trips may offset some of this advantage. The hybrid has less of an advantage in higher speed highway driving typical of intercity driving, but gets better mileage in these circumstances, and you can use a smaller, more efficient engine that would otherwise be necessary (because the battery and the electric motor can provide the extra peak power needed to pass the hill and the lack of scale).

2004 to 2006 Prius

The Prius 2004 model is a complete redesign from previous generations of Prius. The new model is based on the new (second generation) Hybrid Synergy Drive (HSD or also known as THSII), replacing the earlier Toyota Hybrid System (THS) technology. The first generation (1997 to 2003) could not run your air conditioner at 100% of the time unless the engine was running. While idling, the engine would have to start every minute, or if the air conditioning was working. In contrast, the model of 2004 introduced an electric compressor for cooling. This not only allows the use of air conditioning without starting the engine once in a while, when the car was completely still, but also allows a wider use of "stealth mode" (electric motor operation only ).

Its drag coefficient of 0.26 was the second lowest in the industry, after the smaller Honda Insight at 0.25.

Regenerative braking was improved, based on so little friction type brakes (except for panic stops) that some Toyota technicians quipped that the original brake pads could last the life of the car.

The 2004 Prius emerged as a midsize car with more room than the previous compact, redesigned as a "five-door" model (four doors and a tailgate). In general, the car remained conveniently narrow on the outside, rather flat face, and relatively tall (several inches taller than a Camry). The profile was much more, with a short nose pending transition to a highly sloped windshield and an arc of the roof that ends in a cut-off Kammback. The additional height allowed to erect a seat and a higher point of view, giving a better view of the road to the driver. There was also a surprising amount of rear seats more legroom, which resembles a much bigger vehicle. Times in the 60/40 split rear seats for easy transport of most packages.

With a smaller and lower voltage NiMH battery and an impetus to step the voltage converter with up to 500 V, the model 2004 is more powerful (2 seconds faster in 0 to 96 km / h acceleration) and is 15 % more fuel efficient than the previous generation Prius, with 60 miles per U.S. gallon (4.3 l/100 km) city and 51 miles per U.S. gallon (4.7 l/100 km) highway (according to the EPA). When driven properly, the displacement and mixed suburban drivers are reporting fuel consumption of 45 to 50 miles per U.S. gallon (5.2 to 4.7 l/100 km).

The multi-function display (MFD) shows fuel consumption bars for each segment five minutes of driving and this can encourage economical. The display also shows the instantaneous fuel consumption, which is useful for detecting when the vehicle has moved from ICE + electric power only. At this time, may be advantageous to accelerate quickly rather than drag the vehicle in an attempt to reach a more favorable position or range of speeds of electric-only mode.

A feature called Smart Key System (SKS) eliminates the traditional ignition key. The "smart key", which resembles a conventional keyless entry remote, has buttons to remotely lock and unlock the door and trigger the alarm system. There is no need to use any of the buttons to use the system for SKS. Approaching one meter in the car while in possession of the key (even inside a pocket or purse) causes the inside of the ceiling lights to disappear (if the switches are in position DOOR). When the person with the key in his possession touches either of the doors, tailgate or door, that door is unlocked and can be opened immediately. There are three areas in which the Smart Key System (SKS) operates with the driver's door unlock mode, the only way to unlock the door, and how to unlock all doors. Once inside, the car can start by pushing the "POWER" button while depressing the brake pedal, with security fob still hiding inside your pocket or purse. To stop the car, press the "POWER" button again. Once parked, the vehicle can be locked by a pushing a black button on the outside doorknob. The SKS system will detect keys left inside the vehicle when powered-off and not allow the vehicle to be locked into this situation.

There is no conventional ignition switch must be activated to start the Prius, that function had been replaced by a simple round of "POWER" button on the dashboard. Models with SKS, the driver only has to sit inside the vehicle (with the fob in your possession), press the brake with your foot and push the "POWER" to start the vehicle. On cars that are not equipped with SKS, the driver uses the lock / unlock buttons on the fob, and puts the remote fob into a slot on the board to the car to start.

The vehicle is classified as a SULEV (Super Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle), 90% cleaner than conventional gasoline-only cars. It comes with an advanced technology partial zero emission vehicle (AT-PZEV) certification by CARB (California Air Resources Board).

As an interesting note, an option package offered in Japan and Europe gives the Prius the ability to carry out parallel and reverse parking assisted by the on-board computer - the first time that this capability has been provided in a vehicle production. Eighty percent of Prius buyers in Japan have chosen this option. The system is not smart, however, lack the particular vision that allows the avoidance of obstructions or pedestrians, so it is very limited.

Passengers of the Prius (TSpirit model only, not T3 or T4) can use their Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone through the car's audio system without taking the phone from his pocket. However, not all Bluetooth phones are compatible with the Prius.

The 2006 Prius made some cosmetic changes, along with advanced air bags, a rear view camera, an improved audio system, and a new higher-resolution LCD screen.

Aftermarket upgrades

Several improvements to the Prius include batteries, chargers, stealth mode and solar panels.

Stealth Mode

When the vehicle is turned with the "Start" button, which is ready to lead immediately to the electric motor, electric pumps, while the previously saved hot engine coolant to warm the engine before the internal combustion engine starts. The delay between the car and starting from the internal combustion engine is approximately seven seconds. The Asian and European versions of this vehicle, an "EV" mode that keeps the electric car after the start, in most low-load driving conditions. The American model does not have the "EV" button, although the "EV" mode is still supported internally by the Prius high-voltage management computer. Although some have speculated that EV mode was not included in the models in North America in the interest of keeping the warranted battery life of 100,000 miles (160,000 km) in the United States and 150,000 miles (240,000 km) in California and several other states, keep in mind that engineers EV mode is automatically canceled when you need to recharge the battery from the internal combustion engine. The Prius is designed to protect the battery discharge extreme and excessive load and use the motor as necessary to maintain optimal conditions for long battery life. In addition to information on discussion groups online, the Prius + Project offers instructions for do-it-yourselfers who want to activate the button, and after-market components provider Coastal Electronic Technologies offers a kit.

Extra batteries

Evolving from the button project, The California Cars Initiative (CalCars) converted a Prius in 2004, adding larger batteries, and private enterprise systems EDrive U.S. Amberjac and projects in the UK announced plans to sell the conversion kits in 2006. Newer versions use a new, advanced security, proprietary format lithium battery technology Valencia (VLNC, NASDAQ) Saphion called. The energy density and more efficient use of these batteries provide around 20x the available power from the standard NiMH battery, but only twice the weight. The evidence shows that in terms of achieving> 30 miles (50 km) in all electric mode at speeds below 34 mph (55 kph). The internal combustion engine starts only at high speeds or when more acceleration is needed. Fuel economy (as demonstrated by several journalists) is enhanced to 100-160mpg (U.S.) (40-68 km / liter) depending on the source of the driving section. City driving can be possible without using the ICE at all, eliminating the use of almost all the liquid fuel in exchange for electricity.

Chargers

CalCars initiated efforts to promote the idea of plug-in hybrids to be built by car manufacturers, and documented the emissions benefits of plug-in hybrids not only in California, the network of clean energy, but also in the field national (50% of coal as fuel) power grid. Also, this would be relatively ineffective without the additional battery capacity or reprogramming of the management of the batteries (which could be detrimental to their service life).

Toyota recently announced that it intends to build a plug in a hybrid vehicle in the future, unspecified time.

Solar Panels

Solar panels to provide power from batteries while the vehicle is in motion or otherwise outside the network. Solar panels are also useful when the Prius is parked for long periods of time in a sunny spot, whether or not a charger is not plugged into an outlet. Some drivers have claimed up to 10% mileage improvements with the addition of solar panels, although the individual results depend on the size and efficiency of solar panels, and weather conditions. The drivers of Australia and the southwestern states, for example, see some of the biggest improvements in its mileage Prius. One of the advantages of solar panels is that they do not deplete the ICE or the redemption of the components.

2010 Toyota Verso

The new Toyota Verso is a non-election to the compact MPV customers. It is true what the term means MPV - a multi-purpose vehicle - but does not require motorists to make sacrifices to style, comfort, quality and driving pleasure is concerned. The combination of practicality and safety with the convenience, the new Toyota Verso attract customers who want and expect something more than a functional car.

New Toyota Verso is based on the strong visual appeal of the model it replaces with a more dynamic design. Also benefits from increased levels of comfort, superior safety features, more interior space for passengers and their baggage, and, thanks to a range of engines that offer the best drive technology from Toyota through the board, gives a more dynamic driving experience while retaining the class-leading levels of emission.

Masato Katsumata, Chief Engineer of the new Toyota Verso, explained the objectives of product development: "In the development of new verse that gave him an exterior design that is sporty and stability, and a new interior with excellent care and comfort to detail. With a high level of comfort and utility that we believe will be appreciated by the owners.

"New Verse has a broad range of points of internal storage and ease of use allowing the flexibility to easily respond to the different needs of different owners. Handling performance has been improved, with the support of our engineering teams The vehicle has been on the verge of giving to ensure stability and good performance in all types of European roads. "


New Toyota Verso combines modern style inside and out with the space, comfort, practicality and flexibility. Class leader in safety, quality travel comfort and dynamic acoustic match the capabilities of a conventional passenger car.

The interior is completely new, with more space, comfort and improved Easy Flat-7 system of folding the five rear seats that are easier to operate. Particular attention has been paid to the improvement of accommodation for all rear seat passengers, while there are a lot more space behind the third row of seats for cargo.

Toyota optimal drive technology has been introduced across the range, the increase in engine power by up to 20 percent, while at the same time achieving reductions in emissions and fuel economy of up to 12 percent . In the UK, Toyota Verso will be available with the new 1.6 and 1.8 petrol engines Valvematic which will have a class leading combination of power and CO2 emissions. These will provide a new six-speed manual transmission standard with an option to the new Toyota Multidrive S continuously variable transmission in the unit of 1.8. A revised 2.0-liter D-4D diesel will also be available with 2.2 D-CAT engine with new six-speed automatic transmission that will join the line later in the year.

New Toyota Verso is designed to achieve a maximum five stars in Euro NCAP crash test program, thanks to update assets, liabilities and pedestrian safety and impact of a rigid, impact-absorbing frame that makes greater use of high strength steel to traction. It is noteworthy that all models Toyota Verso is equipped with curtain shield airbags to protect passengers in the third row of seats and with the assistance of the intelligent vehicle stability control (VSC +).

Capitalizing on an investment of over € 1 billion and greater plant Adapazari reputation of exceptional quality construction, the car will be built at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Turkey.

DESIGN

Toyota 'Board Dynamics' new Toyota Verso focuses on all key attributes of a C-segment MPV to ensure the car combines contemporary style interior and exterior with the latest in space, comfort, practicality and flexibility, the main class of occupant and pedestrian safety features, and ride quality, comfort and dynamic sound capabilities of a conventional passenger car.

Room 'elements of the concept can be seen in the comfort, quality, comfort, atmosphere and interior roominess of the new, while the Toyota Verso "dynamic" is expressed through powerful external contents and interior design elements and strong driving dynamics.

Outside

Based on the dynamic nature of the current model, the new Toyota Verso Toyota takes the design of a new step forward language with a dual-zone style.

This approach is reflected in the order of the profile view, with a strong character line that flows from the edge of the front bumper, through the lower edge of the doors and swept through the C-pillar to roof spoiler -mounted. On one side of this line is in Area I in the bonnet and cabin, and the other Zone II includes the chassis and boot space.

From the front, the new Toyota Verso is characterized by the power lines and a powerful position, highlighted by the horizontal lines of the double-bar grille, the headlamps are pulled back well in the wings, a deep air dam and a central emblem of Toyota.

In profile view, the sharply delineated against wheelarches complement the double-line character, mixing at the top of the wings and generating a second character line that runs through the aerodynamics, the shooters doors of the vehicle along the waist.

Dimensions have been increased, giving a new Toyota Verso a wider and lower. Overall length is greater than 70 mm and 4440mm width is increased by 20 mm in 1790. Overall height is 1620mm and the coefficient of drag (Cd) of 0295 is the best car in the class. Verso Toyota remains one of the seven-seat compact MPVs on the market.

Toyota Verso is offered in a new range of colors, along with the new design 16-inch wheel covers 16 and 17 inch alloy wheels.

Inside

Toyota designers describe the interior as the subject of Smart Dynamic wave, expressed most strongly in the wave-like shape of the upper instrument panel, which distinguishes the functional area of the driver of the more relaxed atmosphere of the area passengers. The two areas are linked by a sharp line around the wavelength width of the strip.

The speedometer and tachometer are set in the cylinder housing, angled towards the driver and slightly offset so as not to interfere with the driver's view of the road ahead. The gear lever is mounted near the steering wheel in a central console that provides a strong definition of the vertical conductor in the area.

New puddle lights are integrated into the door mirrors which illuminate as you approach the vehicle and unlocks with the key fob, with soft orange activated LED lighting in the footwells and front doors are open.

Titanium vision inserts contained in the door handles, steering wheel and center console and is a mixture of technical grain soft touch plastic for the top of the dashboard, leather grain effect with a darker, lower, accentuating the feeling space inside the cabin.

A large panoramic glass sunroof with integrated electric blind is also available, increasing the cockpit open and airy atmosphere. It extends from the head of the windscreen to beyond the B-pillars, measuring 1160mm long and 1180mm wide. It is the largest piece of the roof of its kind in the new Toyota Verso class. The blind can be opened at any point along the length of the roof.

Toyota Easy Flat-7

New Toyota Verso offers all the versatility MPV buyers demand in a more user friendly than ever, thanks to improvements in the Toyota Easy Flat-7 system.

Toyota Easy Flat-7 allows the five rear seats to be folded individually to carry extra passengers or increase cargo space when the occasion demands it, in 32 different seating permutations.

The new Toyota Verso Easy Flat-7 has an improved mechanism that returns the second row of seats to its original position after being bent to provide access to the third row. The head in the second and third row of seats with a new low profile L-shape of the folding seat operation easier and to improve rearward visibility from the driver's seat.

The third row of seats can be stowed or erected in an easy, using one hand with a drive belt that can be reached from the back door. The third row of seats also gain adjustment.

The height-adjustable front seats with better support and a shoulder seat extended by 20 mm to improve comfort, especially on long trips, while an increase of 40 mm in height of the seat cushion forward andalusia offered driver a better view of the wheel.

Support and cushioning were also improved for the second row passengers and an increase of 30 mm in the seats "adjustment slider allows access to the third row seat easier. The longest distance between the first and second row of points of hip has increased by 50 mm up to 975mm, creating more rear legroom, and the height of the second row of seats has been reduced by 35mm to give more room and make it easier for passengers to enter and exit the car .

The boot floor is completely flat when the second and third row seats are folded and is longer than 185mm to 1830mm, making it easier to load long items. The cargo space is also larger 240mm to 1585mm, increasing storage capacity from 63 to 178 liters when the rear seats are upright, compared with the current model. The result is a seven-seat MPV that can lead to all passengers in comfort, with ample space for luggage, too.

A new management system is under the boot rear loadspace useful to keep valuable items out of sight or barrel stowage cover. Its capacity varies according to the number of rear seats in use, and whether a full-sized or space-saving, the rear wheel is specified.

Storage throughout the car also includes a large double deck glovebox, console, general proportions generous door pockets, seat folding tables with cupholders, a spacious center console box, a drawer under the front passenger seat, second row under the driver and passenger and storage pockets for holding mobile phones or music players.

Noise, vibration and harshness

Particular attention has been paid to reducing the levels of NVH new Toyota Verso to the best of its kind for the levels of C-MPV segment, comparable to those of many D segment cars.

And the use of traditional acoustic damping, Toyota Verso marks the world-first application of a two-piece top and bottom line of the passenger side of the bulkhead. Only the line density is optimized in the most critical points to avoid any weight gain. A second line noise on the engine side of the bulkhead is combined with low-insulated engine hood to further reduce noise intrusion.

Tuned silencing floor are installed beneath the panels of the seats and spare wheel, and a new acoustic material is used for the first time in a Toyota to isolate and absorb noise in the footwells.

Ensuring that cross-links the instrument panel structure to the A-pillar, beam and floor helps minimize vibration dashboard. A second beam, which bracketed the word is all the car below the rear seats. Wheelarch coatings and resin rocker moldings help reduce stone chip roar and an insulator between the A-pillar interior wing and more isolated from the cabin of the intrusion of noise.

These measures are combined with an aerodynamic package that gives you a class-leading drag coefficient (Cd) from 0295 to significantly reduce the noise in the cabin (for 2.5dBa) compared with the current model.

OPTIMAL MANAGEMENT OF TOYOTA powertrains

New Toyota Verso Toyota Optimal Drive benefits, adoption of innovative technologies to minimize fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, increase power and maximum driving pleasure.

These various technologies are focused on three aspects of power:
Weight loss of power through the use of super-lightweight and very compact engine components and transmissions.
Minimizing mechanical losses, by taking Valvematic (development of a VVT-i), new technology roller rockers, pistons smaller and lighter, low-viscosity oil and new six-speed manual transmissions and Multidrive.
Maximizing combustion efficiency, achieved through the adoption of high compression ratios, improving the intake port and the design of the combustion chamber and the introduction of oil-jet piston cooling. All diesel engines from Toyota Verso benefit of an improved fuel injection system.

Three engines are available in the new Toyota Verso at launch in the UK: two petrol engines, 1.6 and 1.8 liters Valvematic units, which give a better segment its combination of power and CO2 emissions, and a revised 2.0-liter D - 4D 130 diesel. A 2.2 liters D-4D D-CAT 150 diesel will join the range later in 2009 with a new six-speed automatic.

The new 1.6 liters Valvematic adjusts to a new six-speed manual transmission. Compared with the 1.6 VVT-i engine in the previous generation Toyota Verso, power has increased by 22bhp (22 DIN hp) to 131bhp (132 DIN hp) and maximum torque of 10Nm to 160Nm at 4400rpm. Provisional figures show CO2 emissions by 17g/km to 161g/km and fuel consumption combined cycle improved from 37.7 to 41.5mpg.

The 1.8-liter engine Valvematic offers the choice of the new six-speed manual gearbox or Multidrive S, Toyota-art continuously variable transmission. These are significant improvements in power, torque, emissions and fuel economy over previous Toyota Verso 1.8 VVT-i unit: the power is 18bhp (18 DIN hp) to 145bhp (147 DIN hp), torque increases by 10Nm to 180Nm at 4600rpm, CO2 emissions have been reduced 19g/km to 165 g / km (manual), and fuel consumption combined cycle of 36.7 improved to 40.4mpg (provisional CO2 and mpg figures ).

With the transmission Multidrive S, CO2 emissions are expected to 164g/km and 40.4mpg combined fuel consumption figures that represent the system of advantages over conventional automatic transmissions.

Toyota Verso also gains a revised 2.0-liter D-4D diesel engine which develops up to 125bhp (126 DIN hp) and 310Nm from 1800 to 2400rpm, with 140 g / km of CO2 emissions, the best in its class to the central 110-140bhp power in the area of the seven-seat MPV C-segment.

The 2.2-liter diesel engine prominently in the existing range of Toyota Verso is carried out for the new model will be available to customers in the UK after 2009. The output is increased 148bhp (150 DIN hp) and a maximum of 340Nm of torque available from 2000 to 2800rpm. Equipped with Toyota D-CAT clean diesel technology, produces 178g/km of CO2 and returns 41.5mpg in combined cycle driving (provisional figures). This engine is for a new six-speed automatic.

Ride and handling

New Toyota Verso has been designed for ease of handling, body control, stability and passenger comfort of a conventional car with its brand new high-rigidity frame, more wheelbase, wider front and rear tracks and extensively revised the suspension geometry.

Aerodynamics

New Toyota Verso has a class leading drag coefficient of 0.295 with a carefully thought out design, which is essential for the control of the body of the car, high speed stability and reducing wind noise.

Particular attention has been paid to the airflow under the car, with good Underfloor, wheel spats and wing-shaped vertical fins that help control the vertical body movement and the optimization of the front and rear lift coefficients. The result is a flat walk straight, more controlled and better guidance post response stability, especially in crosswinds.

Suspension

The MacPherson-type, has a new front suspension mounting brackets double principle: a rigid, locating external mounting of the spring and a soft interior to locate the shock mount. With the increased caster angle and roll stiffness, the new format provides optimal management of low transmission of noise and excellent comfort.

The compact and lightweight torsion beam rear integrated combat bar has also been revised to conform to the laggards to improve the angle of the steering arm in response. The spring and shock mounts have been removed to improve the efficiency of packaging, handling and comfort.

Directorate of Electricity

For the first time in Europe, Toyota has added active steering force a variable compensation to his assistant director of Electric Power in the new Toyota Verso. If the system detects an input speed of direction that is too high for vehicles in response to automatically reduce the power of providing assistance to limit entry and to promote smoother driving.

When the steering column torque sensor detects the vibrations of the wheels, an active control of vibration with the ECU can produce a compensation signal to reduce vibration before it reaches the wheel.

Brakes and tires

New Toyota Verso is equipped with the latest ABS and VSC + braking systems and stability, the incorporation of electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA) to the much shorter distance to stop.

SECURITY

New Toyota Verso receives update active, passive and impact safety of pedestrians and has a very rigid, impact-absorbing frame with a higher proportion of steel high tensile strength. These elements are designed to achieve five stars in a new, more stringent Euro NCAP crash test program.

Active

A full range of active safety systems are available for new Toyota Verso, including the latest generation ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA).

The assistance of intelligent + VSC system, installed as standard under counteracts oversteer or independently by the application of braking force to any of the four wheels at the same time, generate the pair of direction to help the driver keep the car under control. Traction Control (TRC) contains wheelspin and steering torque assist accountants vehicle yaw moments under braking or accelerating.

-Assist Hill Start Control (HAC) provides more control when pulling away on a slope to prevent the vehicle rolling backward.

Passive safety

Seven airbags are fitted as standard: driver and passenger side front airbags, front passenger airbag knee and curtain airbags protect that extend the full length of the cabin to protect occupants in both rows of rear seats - a feature which is rare in the compact MPV segment.

The front seats have anti-whiplash seats and all restraints are linked to a system of safety belt reminder in the instrument panel. Additional protection against injury of the leg is for driver and front passenger for energy absorbing pads built into the front footwells.

Lateral impact forces, are channeled through the floor and ceiling through strengthening the members and, in a first for a Toyota vehicle, energy absorbing pads are on the back of the belt line and the passenger hip place to reduce injuries.

A high strength rod seat is placed under the rear seats and secured on each side of the cabin, plus help absorb side impacts.

Impact of pedestrian safety

New Toyota Verso bonnet has a structure and an energy absorbing hood crushed in his rear end. The wiper motor and linkage have been moved farther down the firewall, beyond the point of impact should be hit a pedestrian.

The hood lock is set well below the upper surface of the bonnet and the construction of the front of the vehicle and the lower leg superior impact absorbers, more absorbent, located in the rear of the bonnet meets the top of the fender.

Equipment characteristics

Team grades and specifications for the new Toyota Verso in the UK will be announced nearer the car on the date of publication in April 2009.

All models will be equipped with seven airbags, including side airbags for the third-row passengers, active front headrests, assistant director of vehicle stability control (VSC +) and Hill-start Assist Control (HAC), LED taillights , puddle lamps, an overhead console, Underfloor storage, organizer of a boot and mirror so the driver can keep an eye on the young rear seat passengers.

Other features and options that are available according to the degree include Bluetooth, environmental control or manual air conditioning, cooled glove box, cruise control, 16 or 17 inch alloy wheels, rain sensors and dusk for the wipers and headlights , full map satellite navigation unit with a 10GB hard drive and monitor parking and rear panoramic sunroof.

1996 Toyota RAV4

Quite simply, the UK 4x4 market has never been the same since Toyota RAV4 was launched (the vehicle of recreational activity - four wheels) in 1994. Since the first information that would lead to its radical style in 1986 with the emergence of a concept car at the Salon in Tokyo in 1989, the gestation period of this trend-setting sport 4x4 was long. In fact, a car was completely remodeled in the Hall of Tokyo 1993 and the Toyota RAV4, finally appeared in its final production form at the Geneva Show in 1994 - the first time, Toyota has chosen to give Europe a world reveal one of its car production. It's worth the wait.

What the public saw was relatively simple, lightweight and robust urban 4x4 "monocoque design (a construction technique usually reserved for cars and not 4x4) with three doors, powered by a 2.0-liter 16v petrol engine with permanent four-wheel drive and either manual or automatic transmissions. Toyota has taken its time in the study of European markets and the UK before starting the Toyota RAV4. had been avoided delivering a "me too" product of the years eighties and in its place produce a true original product for the 'nineties. You just have to look at the multitude of sports imitating / 4x4 lifestyle to be followed in the bulk of the Toyota RAV4 wheels. Perhaps imitation is the sincerest form of flattery?


Testimony of the "rightness" of the Toyota RAV4 is the original design so that the vehicle has little changed since its introduction in 1994. Yes, a five-door version was introduced in March 1995 Top and a mild version of the three doors in January 1998 but the updates are limited to improving what was already well and of course, Toyota has added value to the vehicle as the Toyota RAV4 market segment has become more competitive.

Toyota launched the Toyota RAV4 in the UK in June 1994, just three doors. There were two versions available - the Toyota RAV4 and the Toyota RAV4 GX high specification. The GX offered two removable sunroofs, central locking, tilt steering column, electric door mirrors, driver's airbag and an alarm / engine immobilizer standard.

In March 1995 the entry-level three-door Toyota RAV4 was re-Badge GS as the RAV4 and a new five-door GX model was introduced. The five-door is 16 inches longer overall than the three-door with a capacity of five people.

Pretensioners for front seat belts were introduced in the implementation of the five-door and it was also available on Toyota RAV4 three-door model in September 1995. Lock the wheel was also added as standard nuts for all models Toyota RAV4 door at this time.

October 1996 saw a number of enhancements for all models Toyota RAV4, which included the installation of dual front airbags as standard, a large rear mount stop lamp and the 2.0-liter 16v engine was adapted for cleaner emissions, less noise and over par. Maximum torque increased to 131 pounds feet of 4600rpm peak power, while slightly decreased 126bhp at 5400RPM.

In March 1997, a new luxury five-door VX is added to the range. The VX is available with five-door manual or automatic transmission and adds the following elements to the already offered in the full level of the five-door GX: air conditioning, antilock brakes, larger alloy wheels, tires and wheel, extensions, a Connolly leather interior in either gray or burgundy, a rear roof spoiler and front to improve the handling of keys.

In December 1997, the Toyota RAV4 is lower given their first face since its launch. In connection with the facelift RAV4 range, Toyota also introduced a Soft-Top version of the three-door RAV4. The introduction of the Soft-Top Model, and the changes that were made to the range are presented in detail as follows:

The exterior of the door mirrors and door handles are now colored according to a more coherent and a new design has been chosen for the steel wheels fitted as standard with the EX and GX models. Four new exterior colors are available - Magna Red, Cool Water (blue), and British green power Green.

A multitude of detail changes keep the new Toyota RAV4 interior a fun, but to be functional. All models are subjected to textiles and cloth headrest door decorations, a titanium-finished look to the instrument panel surround and the airbag is a sporty three-spoke steering wheel design.

The instrument now has a brand of carbon fiber and the automatic transmission in cars include a selector screen now. A single electric sunroof replaced twice now manual / removable sunroofs previously available in the three-door model GX. New seat two seats, are introduced in the five-door models.

Best sounds come courtesy of a new audio system with four speakers and removable front panel for security control automatic "one-touch" installation is added to the driver's electric window function. For convenience, the locking and unlocking all the doors can be operated from the front passenger side door and the driver's side door lock.

1999 Toyota Yaris

Joining the successful 67bhp 1.0-litre VVT-i Toyota Yaris is a bigger-engined 1.3-litre version made its debut at the 1999 Frankfurt Motor Show. The 1.3 is essentially a larger capacity version of the 1.0-litre VVT-i engine which has recently won the coveted 'International Engine of the Year Award' for 1999. This new engine will be offered with the GLS and CDX specification grades plus a new, more youthful SR grade. An all-new four speed automatic gearbox will also be offered with GLS and CDX grades featuring the new engine. The Toyota Yaris is a huge success in the European market place with total customer orders in the first 3.5 months since launch exceeding 80,000 units.

1.3-litre high-tech engine

The 1.3-litre 2NZ-FE engine, with a bore of 75mm and a stroke of 73.5mm, offers the same high tech engine technology as the 1.0-litre Toyota Yaris engine. The 1299cc four cylinder engine features two overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder and the unique Toyota VVT-i system, which stands for Variable Valve Timing intelligent. This state-of-the-art engine technology offers a well-balanced combination of low emissions, quiet running, great fuel economy and sparkling performance.

The 1.3-litre Toyota Yaris engine provides a maximum power output of 63kW (85bhp) at 6000rpm and a peak torque figure of 124 Nm (91 lb ft) of torque at 4400rpm. More important than this peak figure is the flat torque curve itself, offering outstanding engine characteristics. From 2400rpm up to 5400rpm, more than 110 Nm (82 lb ft) is available. This offers the driver enormous flexibility, which is of great importance in heavy traffic and when overtaking. The flat torque curve is one of the results of careful design of the combustion chambers and the infinitely variable valve timing system.


The VVT-i system, which in the past was only available in luxury cars with large engines, adjusts the timing of the inlet valves according to the operating conditions of the engine. Under all driving conditions the electronic engine control unit (ECU) monitors engine speed and driver actions to increase valve overlap at low and medium engine speeds while reducing overlap at higher engine revolutions. The result is maximum available torque in combination with low fuel consumption and reduced exhaust emissions.

Direct ignition

Another feature of the all-new Yaris 1.3-litre engine is the Toyota Direct Ignition system, which again was originally developed for range-topping models, such as the Camry V6. The traditional distributor has been replaced by four individual high performance transformers operating directly on each spark plug.

Not only can each spark plug be carefully controlled and individually timed, but also direct ignition removes the need for distributor maintenance and the problem of varying spark timing between vehicle services.

The new 1.3-litre engine shares with the 1.0-litre version the offset crankshaft design, which reduces friction losses in the engine for the lowest possible fuel consumption. The 1.3-litre features a light engine as a result of very precise casting of the cylinder block, which is made of aluminium. Also, the compact cylinder head and resin intake manifold design achieves more weight reduction.

Performance

Equipped with the 1.0-litre VVT-i engine, the Toyota Yaris already offers great performance figures, with a maximum speed of 96mph (156km/h) and an acceleration figure of around 14.1 seconds from rest to 62mph.

The 85bhp 1.3-litre version now offers even better performance. Acceleration from rest to 62mph (100km/h) is achieved in 11.7 seconds. Top speed is 109mph (175 km/h).

Due to its state of the art engine technology, the 1.3-litre Toyota Yaris engine offers a unique combination between high performance and low fuel consumption and emissions. Fuel economy in the 93/116/EC mode shows a combined consumption figure of 47.8mpg (5.9l/100km) and a CO2 emission of 141g/km. The new 1.3-litre Toyota Yaris is great to drive while offering excellent fuel economy.

Automatic gearbox

Like the 1.0-litre version, the 1.3-litre Toyota Yaris is equipped with the lightweight and compact 5-speed manual transmission. However, the 1.3-litre is also available with a fully automatic gearbox specially developed for Yaris. The 4-speed overdrive automatic gearbox is of a unique compact and lightweight design and offers a very high efficiency due to low internal friction.

By adapting the latest technology in terms of hydraulic circuit control, the new automatic transmission offers 50 per cent shorter gear change time than the previous automatic gearbox offered on small Toyotas.

Toyota Yaris Servicing Schedule

Major service intervals at 20,000miles/2 years. 30-minute safety, oil and filter 'Health Checks' at one-year/10,000 miles.

Simpler, cheaper servicing for Toyota Yaris customers has been a primary consideration in the European designed Yaris from day one of its inception. Toyota Yaris requires 45 per cent less labour time (over three years/60,000 miles) than the current Starlet model, which it supersedes. Overall maintenance costs (including tyres and brakes) are reduced by 25-30 per cent. This all means cheaper servicing costs and greater convenience for Toyota Yaris customers.

Technological advances and improved maintenance processes on Toyota Yaris have enabled major services to be set at a lengthy two years or 20,000 miles. The advanced 1.0-litre 16v engine with 'first-in-class' variable valve timing features maintenance free valve lifters, maintenance free direct ignition (no distributor), 40,000 mile spark plug changes using normal plugs and a maintenance free timing chain (no cam belt change needed). The Toyota Yaris torsion beam rear suspension also features a toe correcting function which optimises tyre life.

In between major services, Toyota Yaris customers are only required to have an oil and oil filter change at 10,000 miles, when their dealer will also give the car a free 'Health Check' for safety items including lights, fluid levels, tyres and brakes. The advanced Yaris engine has been designed to use cheaper mineral grade oil instead of the more expensive semi and fully synthetic oils that some rivals manufacturers insist upon.

Toyota Yaris Easy Care

Capitalising on the low maintenance needs of Toyota Yaris, Easy Care is a stand alone two or three-year servicing plan for Yaris sold separately from the vehicle. For a one-off payment ranging in price from £140 for a two year plan to £220 for a three year plan, Easy Care covers major services, oil and filter changes and replacement parts costs meaning any unlikely unbudgeted surprises are catered for.

2000 Toyota Yaris Cabrio Concept

Toyota Yaris Cabrio Concept car was presented at the Geneva Motor Show in 2000.

2000 Toyota Yaris Verso

At just 3.86m long, 1.69m wide and 1.6m tall, Toyota Yaris Verso offers lots of interior space. With all seats in position, it is a full five-seater with 390 litres of boot space.

However, Toyota Yaris Verso also has a versatility that is unequalled by other small cars on the market today thanks to its unique design of second row 'flat-in-floor' retractable rear seats. Within seconds, any member of the family can fold away the left and right rear seats to create a low, flat floor and an incredible 2,160 litres of load space. That's more than the Renault Scenic which is a bigger car.

Toyota made the Toyota Yaris Verso's seat flexibility easy to use. Key to this is the fact that the folding seats remain in the car, eliminating the problem of storage for those without a private garage. It is this simple and practical every day benefit that makes Toyota Yaris Verso so unique. Yaris Verso offers various clever seating configurations with the removable rear centre seat acting as a tray space, play area or folding picnic table as necessary.

Clever Interior

The central instrument cluster is another intelligent application of technology, with the three-dimensional digital display that is clear and easy to read, reducing driver fatigue by minimising eye movement and refocusing. An audio system comes as standard and a turn-by-turn satellite navigation is an option.

Intelligent Technology

Toyota Yaris Verso is powered by a new 1.3-litre version of the award winning Toyota Variable Valve Timing-intelligent (VVT-i) engine first seen in Yaris. The engine develops a maximum 63kW (85bhp) of power at 6,000 rpm and 124Nm (91 lb.ft) of torque at 4,400rpm. This high technology engine, which makes use of systems first developed for luxury cars, has fully variable valve timing and direct ignition to offer outstanding performance and fuel economy. Thanks to the VVT-i, high torque is available across a wide range of engine speeds to offer excellent mid-range acceleration and easy, comfortable driveability. Toyota Yaris Verso is available with a five speed manual gearbox or a four speed automatic transmission.

Safe and Easy to Drive

Toyota Yaris Verso has a lightweight but rigid body construction, minimising the deformation of the cabin during an impact. A low centre of gravity ensures maximum stability and the car is particularly stable during high-speed changes of direction. It is light and nimble to drive in city conditions and the high seating position is excellent in terms of comfort and road visibility.

Cost of Ownership

All Yaris come with a free three-year/60,000 mile warranty plus RAC breakdown recovery included as part of the Club Toyota membership package. This includes a three-year Eurocare mobility package that provides roadside rescue as well as accident management services throughout mainland Europe. Verso is backed with a three-year paint and 12 year anti-perforation warranty. A full service is required only once every 20,000 miles or two years.