My Tribute to Toyota Etios, AR RAHMAN
A.R.Rahman has composed the theme song for this car. And Chinmayi, Javed Ali and our Madhushree has sung it.
The Etios sedan was launched by Akio Toyoda, President of Toyota Motor Corporation and scion of Toyota's founding family. Etios marks Toyota's entry into the highly competitive 'B segment' or mid-segment car market in India. The car has been developed specifically for the Indian customers with the slogan 'World First, India First, My First'.
Vehicle Outline:
(a) Exterior
A distinctive front grille with a smile line, sculpted surface and dynamic character-line in the front and rear, enhance the presence of the Etios. The rear has a fluent flowing C pillar, rounded end and three-dimensional combination lamps that enrich the vehicle's exterior from different angles.
(b) Interior
The seats are ergonomically designed units with integrated head rests. An instrument panel clearly divided into the information area and operation area with a large centre meter provides excellent visibility. The Etios has class best cabin and luggage space of 595L, a spacious 13L cooled glove box, seven one litre bottle holders, mobile holder and many more such useful storage spaces inside the car.
(c) Performance and Comfort
A newly developed 1.5L, 16V DOHC engine coupled with a 5-Speed manual transmission that produces high output for best-in-class driving performance. The torque is available at low rpm for less gear shifting and stress-free city driving.
The Etios has a superior mileage of 17.6kmpl which is ARAI tested.
Electric power steering for excellent maneuverability and tilt steering ensures a good ergonomic driving experience. The steering comes with audio controls for comfort at the driver's fingertips.
The flat type rear floor design offers ease of movement for rear seat passengers. With its rigid body structure and world class Mac Pherson Strut, the Etios has superior dampening performance providing superior ride comfort.
A class-first 'clean air filter' which is standard across all grades for purified air in the cabin.
(d) Safety
The Etios has various active and passive safety features ensuring the car matches global safety standards. The various safety features are (i) Energy absorbing body shell (ii) Driver & Passenger Air bags and (iii) ABS with EBD.
Its centrally located combimeter reduces eye movement and hence the driver can concentrate on the road.
(e) Special Treatment
To adopt to the various diverse climate and usage conditions in India, special treatment and countermeasures have been implemented:
- Good ground clearance of 170mm
- Under body protection to prevent damage to fuel and brake lines
- Anti-corrosion steel sheets at areas prone to rusting and stone hits
- Chipping resistant paint on rocker mould & fender
Vehicle Specifications
Toyota Etios
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Engine Type
2NR- FE, Gasoline, 4-Cylinder 16V, DOHC
Size
1496 cm3 (cc)
Max. Power
90 PS (66 kW) @ 5600 rpm
Max. Torque
132 Nm (13.46 kg-m) @ 3000 rpm
Fuel Supply System
EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection)
Transmission Type
5 Speed Manual
Suspension Front
MacPherson Strut
Rear
Torsion Beam
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Rear
Drum
Dimensions Overall Length x Width x Height
4265 mm x 1695 mm x 1510 mm
Wheelbase
2550 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 Litres
Turning Circle Radius
4.9 m
Boot Space
595 Litres
Tyre Size
175 / 65 R14
185 / 60 R15
Kerb Weight
900 kg
915 kg
930 kg
Toyota Launches the Etios Sedan
December 1, 2010, Bangalore:
By saying Pehli Baar ...Pehli Baar.. Rahman Pehli Baar Sare Duniya Ko Heart Touching Tune Diya... This is the Magic Of AR..
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