One of the most awaited small car of our times and one of the cheapest Toyota to be launched anywhere, the Etios Liva hatchback has been launched in India with prices starting at Rs 3.99 Lakhs to Rs 5.99 Lakhs, Ex-showroom, Delhi.

The car comes in five variants – ‘J’,'G’,'V’ and ‘VX’ and will initially come with a petrol engine only. The powertrain in question is a 1.2 litre four cylinder 16 valve DOHC petrol engine, christened 3NR-FE, with maximum power output of 80 ps @ 5600 rpm and a maximum 104 nm of torque at a fairly low 3100 rpm and is mated to a 5 speed manual transmission. Performance is expected to be pretty strong given that the base Liva ‘J’ weights a feather light 890 Kgs while the top end Liva Vx weights 920 kgs giving it a power to weight ratio of 89 bhp per tonne which is better than cars two segment higher!

Detailed variant wise specifications and pricing after the jump.

Detailed variant wise specifications below. (Click to enlarge)

Toyota Liva Variant Wise Detailed Specifications

Pricing

Toyota Liva J – Rs 3.99 Lakhs, Ex-Showroom, Delhi

Toyota Liva G – Rs 4.59 Lakhs, Ex-Showroom, Delhi

Toyota Liva  G (SP) – Rs 5.05 Lakhs, Ex-Showroom, Delhi

Toyota Liva V – Rs 5.49 Lakhs, Ex-Showroom, Delhi

Toyota Liva VX – Rs 5.99 Lakhs, Ex-Showroom, Delhi

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As we reported earlier, Toyota has launched the much anticipated Etios sedan at a shock price of Rs 4.96 Lakhs for the base model, Ex-Showroom, New Delhi.

The Etios comes with a 2NR-FE engine – 1496cc 16V DOHC engine that delivers 90ps @ 5600rpm. The car has a generous bootspace of 595 ltrs and has undergone 2,00,000 km of real world testing in India for durability.

The car has been launched in  J, G, V and VX (top of the line) variants. The variant wise  pricing will be as follows:

Toyota Etios  J – Rs. 4.96 lakhs

Toyota Etios G – Rs. 5.46 lakhs

Toyota Etios G with options – Rs. 5.96 lakh

Toyota Etios V – Rs. 6.41 lakhs

Toyota Etios VX – Rs. 6.86 ( all prices ex-showroom Delhi).

The Etios can be booked now for Rs. 50000 and deliveries will begin in Jan 2011.

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Toyota Etios Liva

Toyota will launch the much awaited Etios saloon developed especially for the Indian market, tomorrow. And while the hatchback sibling isn’t coming tomorrow, we do know that it will be called Etios Liva when it is launched in the first quarter next year.

Powering the Liva will be a 1.2 liter four cylinder petrol engine developing 80 bhp of maximum power which should also bring in the small car excise benefit. The performance is expected to be impressive given that Liva will be one of the lightest hatchback around at just 890 kgs! We just hope that lightness doesn’t come at the expense of rigidity or safety.

There will be no diesel option at launch but Toyota will plonk in the 1.4 liter four cylinder turbocharged diesel from under the hood of the Corolla Altis Diesel minus the variable geometry turbocharger. The maximum power output will be a decent 70 bhp but given the relatively light build and engine efficiency, expect decent performance and some sterling fuel efficiency figures.

The Etios Liva is expected to be priced in the region of Rs 4.5 to Rs 6 Lakhs.

As always we will be covering it extensively so stay tuned!

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Toyota Kirloskar Motors (TKM) India have roped in AR Rahman as the brand ambassador for the soon to be launched Etios Hatchback and Sedan.

Speaking on the occassion, AR Rahman, two time Oscar winning composer said “I believe real quality is created when skill meets dedication, when insight meets inspiration, when passion meets perfection. This is why I am happy to be associated with Toyota. Theg same values drive Toyota in whatever they do. Together, we aim to delight India!”

“We are extremely happy to sign on Mr. Rahman as the brand ambassador for the Etios. There is a very strong connect between the product and its brand ambassador, with both being, ‘Global’, ‘Innovative’, ‘Reliable’, and a ‘Class-above Quality’.” said Mr. Hiroshi Nakagawa, Managing Director, TKM

Source: carwale

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Toyota Etios Sedan Concept

According to our good friends at Wheels Unplugged, Toyota Kirloskar Motors will launch their much awaited small car Etios hatachback and sedan on December 1st in India.

Toyota Etios Htachback Concept

This will mark Toyota’s entry into country’s burgeoning hatchback and entry level sedan segment which will help achieve its ambition of capturing 10% of Indian automobile market by the year 2015. To gauge how important this is for Toyota in India, the group preisdent Akio Toyoda himself is expected to fly down for the launch.

Toyota has pulled out all the stops in making sure that Etios matches and exceeds the market demand for quality, durability and reliability at a very affordable price tag.

Autoholiks coverage of the Toyota Etios Hatchback and Sedan At Auto Expo, New Delhi 2010.

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While they are fuel efficient and environmentally friendly, Hybrids like Prius aren’t exactly pedestrian friendly, especially for the blind… why you may ask? Well for the single reason that at low speeds they act as full electrics running on battery power alone making it difficult for the pedestrian to hear them while approaching.

To circumvent the problem Toyota has announced the sale of an onboard device designed to alert pedestrians and others audibly to the presence of a quiet vehicle just like a gasoline electric hybrid. The device goes on sale from August 30 and will cost 12,600 yen (approx $150) and will initially be available for Prius Gasoline Electric hybrid.

More details after the jump.

source: toyota japan

The device consists of a speaker mounted upfront which emits a synthesized sound of an electric motor when Prius is operating as an electric vehicle at speeds upto 25 km/hr. The sound is aimed at alerting pedestrians but not annoy by raising and falling its pitch relative to the vehicle’s speed hence also helping in judging the approximate distance and movement.

Toyota is planning to use this device in other gasoline electric hybrids, plug-in hybrids, electric vehicles and fuel-cell vehicles planned for launch.

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Toyota has launched the Fortuner Anniversary Edition to commemorate the SUV’s first anniversary in India.

The Fortuner was launched in India last year in August and has been an immediate success with waiting period running into months, trumping even the company’s own sales expectations with the vehicle. Toyota has already sold 10,000 units of the SUV so far in the country which downright impressive considering the Rs 20 Lakhs OTR price tag.

The Anniversary Edition of the Fortuner comes with the following exterior extra’s while the rest of the vehicle remains exactly the same.

Detailed specifications and pricing information after the jump.

• Body Colored Front Bumper Spoiler
• Body Colored Rear Roof Spoiler
• Body Colored Rear Bumper Spoiler
• Chrome Plated Muffler

The Fortuner Anniversary Edition has been priced at Rs 20,45,000, Ex-Showroom, Delhi and only 250 of these limited edition models will be made to retain its exclusive status.

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Continuing from our post on the Toyota Corolla Altis Diesel Launch, jump over to read the official press release.

Speaking on the occasion Mr Sandeep Singh, (Deputy Managing Director-Marketing, TKM) said,

“Apart from the spacious interiors and luxury features of the Corolla Altis, the diesel variant has the best fuel efficiency, lowest NVH and the best ground clearance in its segment. Our target customers are individuals who are business professionals, in the 35 to 45 age group looking for a perfect balance of performance and economy. The launch of the Corolla Altis Diesel has enhanced Toyota’s line-up in India, and we are looking at consolidating our leadership position in the C-segment with a sales target of 10,500 units for the Corolla Altis in 2010.”

Toyota Launches the Corolla Altis Diesel in India

Delhi, July 21, 2010

• World class D-4D Common Rail Diesel technology
• First-in-segment, newly developed 6-Speed Manual Transmission
• Best-in-class mileage of 21.43kpl as certified by an accredited Testing Agency
• Flat torque and low NVH
• Competitively priced between 10,95,000 lakhs and 13,75,000 lakhs (Ex-S/R, Delhi)

Delhi, July 21, 2010 :- Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd. (TKM) today announced the launch of the Corolla Altis Diesel in India. The latest offering from TKM has been developed keeping in mind the distinctive requirements of the Indian customer with the basic concept of ‘optimum balance of performance and economy’. India is the first Asian country to get the BSIV Corolla Altis Diesel.
The Corolla Altis is available with a newly developed 1.4L in-line 4-cylinder D-4D Common Rail Diesel Engine that generates a peak power of 88.4 PS and a peak torque of 205 Nm. Toyota’s D-4D technology also used in the Innova, Fortuner, Prado and Land Cruiser 200 has earned a reputation the world-over for its high quality, durability and reliability.

The D-4D engine in the Corolla Altis is complemented by a 6-Speed Manual Transmission – a ‘first-in-segment’ offering ? to provide flat torque that would mean lesser gear shifting, leading to better fuel efficiency. The car has registered a best-in-class mileage of 21.43 km/l as certified by a test agency.

The Corolla Altis Diesel gets a differentiating sporty mesh grille, better aerodynamic characteristics, and the lowest NVH and best ground clearance in its segment. The car is available in seven colours – Silver Mica Metallic, Champagne Mica Metallic, Dark Red Mica Metallic, White Pearl Mica, Light Blue Mica Metallic, Super White and Black Mica.

The Corolla Altis Diesel comes in three manual transmission grades D-4D J, D-4D G and D-4D GL with competitive price tags between 10, 95, 000 and 13, 75, 000, ex-showroom Delhi. Bookings open today.
Speaking at the launch, Mr. Nakagawa (MD, TKM) said, “The Corolla DNA that has been handed down for 40 years is now in its 10th Generation with over 35 million happy customers worldwide. The car made its debut in India in 2003, and now has more than 60,000 satisfied owners in the country. As part of our long-term commitment to bring the best of Toyota’s technology to India, we are very proud to introduce the Corolla Altis Diesel. The Corolla Altis Diesel has Toyota’s proven D-4D technology, and I am happy to say will have the best fuel efficiency in its segment. ”

Mr. Sandeep Singh (Deputy Managing Director-Marketing, TKM) said, “Apart from the spacious interiors and luxury features of the Corolla Altis, the diesel variant has the best fuel efficiency, lowest NVH and the best ground clearance in its segment. Our target customers are individuals who are business professionals, in the 35 to 45 age group looking for a perfect balance of performance and economy. The launch of the Corolla Altis Diesel has enhanced Toyota’s line-up in India, and we are looking at consolidating our leadership position in the C-segment with a sales target of 10,500 units for the Corolla Altis in 2010.”

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The Toyota 1.4 D-4D Diesel Engine in Question

As we told you earlier, Toyota Kirloskar India has launched the much awaited Corolla Diesel D4-D in the Indian market.

The car comes powered by a 1.4 liter turbocharged common rail diesel engine producing 87 bhp of maximum power @ 3800 rpm and a healthy 209 nm of maximum torque and is mated to a 6-Speed manual transmission, a first in its segment.

Toyota is claiming ARAI Certified fuel efficiency figure of 21.42 kmpl which is very impressive. What is not impressive is the peak power output which pales in comparison to the Chevrolet Cruze which is priced almost in the same ballpark and the Skoda Laura which comes with a 140 bhp diesel. Performance figures are still not out but we believe the Corolla diesel to hit 100 kph in around 15 seconds which again when compared to the competition is considerably slow.

Keep coming for more updates!

Interiors and exteriors have remained almost untouched except for a different looking front grille and some minor aerodynamic tweaks. All said Toyota’s USP has always been consistent performance and reliability and the combination of both will be hard to beat in the value and brand conscious Indian car market.

The new Corolla Diesel has been priced at a competitive Rs 10.95 Lakhs for the base model topping at Rs 13.75 Lakhs all prices Ex-Showroom, Delhi.

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We all know VW’s ambition to topple Toyota as the no. 1 automaker on the planet by 2018 but as it turn out, VW’s CEO Martin Winterkorn no longer considers the Japanese company as its biggest rival.

In what will sound as music to Hyundai’s ears, VW sees the Korean company as its biggest rival in its quest to become the numero uno than Toyota which is struggling with recalls and quality problems lately.

“I have the most respect for Hyundai,” VW CEO Martin Winterkorn told the German news magazine Focus, naming Hyundai’s improved quality and the weakness of the Korean currency as reasons why Hyundai is on his mind. “Hyundai has now learned how to build good cars,” added Winterkorn.

source: autonews

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