It has been ten years since the slide in 2003, Toyota Vios became the best-selling compact sedan in Indonesia. Its presence when it is...
It has been ten years since the slide in 2003, Toyota Vios became the best-selling compact sedan in Indonesia. Its presence when it is able to continue the success of Toyota Soluna with menggungguli competitors like the Honda City and Suzuki Baleno. Even a number of new entrants such as the Mazda 2 sedan, the Ford Fiesta sedan, up Kia Rio sedan Vios can not interfere in its class domination. More powerful, the car is also used as taxis at Limo name is not affected by its image as a taxi car.
Departing from the optimism that, Toyota brought the latest generation of Toyota Vios to Indonesia. Cars produced in Thailand comes with a face that is far more aggressive than its predecessor. Just look at tech projector headlights are designed together with the front grille. Likewise with the front bumper bumper ter inspiration from the concept car Toyota Corolla Furia.
This dashing display supported by a firm line on the side of the body and the new larger diameter wheels (16 inches). Likewise with the rear combination lamps that successfully juggle the back become more attractive and more interesting than before.
This design is not just intended to enhance the aesthetic elements, but also to generate value better aerodynamics. That is why Vios apply catamaran roof are commonly found in high-performance sports cars now.
Not only the outside of the turn, the interior was changed. Vios now appear more luxurious interior with dualtone theme is divided by the instrument panel in black and silver. Moreover, long melarnya car into a 4,410 mm makes the room feel more spacious cabin than previous generations.
In addition, there are different from the interior of this Vios Vios than we saw at the time of his first appearance globally in Bangkok some time ago. The cause is, specifically for the Indonesian market, Toyota embed multimedia features and sophisticated modern form of the head unit touch screen.
Information systems and entertainment devices that can be connected to the mobile phone via a Bluetooth connection. head unit can also store contact numbers available on the phone.
Like tablet computers, entertainment devices can also be connected to the internet via a WiFi connection. We tested directly by connecting a wireless modem that has been supplied by Toyota. the results, the ability berselancarnya very good and fast. great again, all this can be operated via the feature '1 voice recognition'. In addition there are also audio controls on the circumference of the wheel is wrapped in leather.
Indeed, these features have not been equipped with navigation capabilities, but it is clear system of entertainment and information is very supportive of the needs of young consumers who spirited dynamic and always follow good progress while in the vehicle though.
Latest Vios cabin thanks to the presence of more advanced features 'automatic climate control'. Likewise with the feature 'stop start button' that is not just easier when you turn on or turn off your vehicle engine, but also adds an element of security.
Safety and security Vios also has diting by build- presence of dual SRS airbags and brake ABS + EBD and BA. Besides its highest variant has features 'smart entry'. with this feature drivers no longer need to spend the ignition of pocket because simply by pressing a button on the door handle, the computer will detect the presence of the key automatically.
Toyota Vios still wearing his old machines, namely 1NZFE with a capacity of 1.5 liters. A powerful engine 109 hp / 6,000 rpm with a maximum torque of 141 Nm / 4,200 rpm is very economical and reliable. Our own try when driving in Puncak, feel how responsive the engine is. That is why thousands of taxis still believing and faithful menggu nDo services.
Combined with a manual transmission 5speed we tested, these mountains to climb in the area of ​​Puncak, Bogor can dilibas very well. Type of gear ratios makes every turn of his teeth tightly into a quick and almost without pause though, as compensation for the displacement is noticeably less smooth. Nevertheless Toyota Vios also still offers a 5-speed automatic transmission. to offset this performance, the highest variance Vios supported by disc brakes for the front and rear wheels.
Cars imported from countries langung maker in Thailand is targeted to be sold more than 300 units per month. all New Vios given a starting price Rp242,5 million for the E-type manual transmission up to its highest variant all New Vios G automatic transmission is priced Rp272,5 million. Although relatively expensive, up about Rp30 million compared to the previous generation, but the abundance of information and entertainment systems owned makes the target may be surpassed easily. Precisely Toyota has now admitted hassles meet consumer demand because of the limited quota given to the Indonesian market.
Finally, Toyota plans to bring the Vios TRD Sportivo. The latest news says that the Vios with additional body kit made in Indonesia will be ready for launch in the second half of this year, or in the event the 2013 Indonesian International Motor Show (IIMS) next September.
Price ranges
Ex-showroom price
Machine
Installation 4-cylinder, 1497 cc
Power 109 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque 141 Nm @ 4,200 rpm
Dimension
1,075 kg Luggage volume
Chassis
Tires 195/50 R16
Fuel consumption
Size 42 liter tank
