The First Impressions of Toyota Etios

by  |  On June 29th, 2013  |  In Auto Reviews, Toyota

Toyota Etios is clearly an attempt by Toyota to crack the important mid-size segment of the Indian market. This is the cheapest car from the world’s biggest car company and with an aim to woo the Indian middle class. The model that was introduced in 2010 has set a new benchmark for affordability. The sedan has been tested across the Indian roads and has covered thousands of kilometres.  The company has played safe, keeping in mind the needs of the Indian customers, their need of space and comfort while keeping the prices competitive.

Toyota has certainly made things interesting with Etios, keeping it competitively priced and the Toyota Etios price in Chennai for petrol version starts at Rs 4.96 and this has given a new dimension for competition among other sedans on the Indian roads. Its closest competitors in the market are Ford Fiesta, Maruti Dzire, Mahindra Logan, yundai Verna Transform and Maruti SX4.

Let us take a look at a brief review of Toyota Etios.

Exterior and interiors

Toyota Etios has well-proportioned and balanced looks. You will find the Etios grille is typically Toyota and the long wheelbase and sharp curves give it some character. The crease swooping up in the lower half lend a terrific touch and sophisticated look with a dignified style. The mild cosmetic changes in the fascia reminds one of the Toyota Vios running in South-East Asian markets. Although there are not much differences in the exteriors, you will find the interiors looking different from the predecessors. The two-tone ash brown interiors and the new dashboard will certainly force you to take notice of the interiors. Etios is one of most comfortable car in its segment with spacious interiors. The genuine five-seater can accommodate three people easily and is very comfortable. The driving position has been raised thus offering excellent visibility. However, power adjustment for the outside mirrors go missing. Other features include blue backlit speedometer, new music system and leather-wrapped steering wheel for a better grip.

Toyota Etios

Engine and performance

You will find that the powertrains and mechanicals of the Etios remain more or less the same. There are options of two engines, 1.4-litre diesel and 1.5-litre petrol. Get 88bhp of power and a torque of 132Nm of torque from the petrol version and 67bhp of power and 170Nm torque from the diesel. What make the Etios quick and responsive is the power to weight ratio. The fuel efficiency is great and so is the drivability. 11km/l in city under normal driving is impressive and there is no turbo lag. Toyota engines have always been good and the automakers doesn’t like to make much alterations. The ride is commendable and you will not find the engine undergoing any stress or strain.

Safety features

The sedan boasts of different active and passive safety features and one will find driver and passenger airbags, energy absorbing body shell, Power Steering, Low Fuel Warning Light, anti-lock braking system as well as and electronic brake distribution. Other features include driver seatbelt warning, keyless entry and door ajar warning.

Pros

  • Responsive steering
  • Great on road visibility
  • Spacious Passenger Cabin
  • remote controlled DVD/Audio player
  • Great luggage space

Cons

  • Outdated Looks
  • Average interiors
  • No rear speakers

Concluding on Toyota Etios review, this is one of the most affordable and practical sedan one will come across. With spacious interiors and boot space, well-powered engines lending good fuel economy, Toyota offers great quality at an affordable price. Toyota Etios price in Chennai offers still competition to its rivals in the segment. The sedan has been developed keeping the India customer and the Indian roads in mind. This is just the perfect car for the family man looking for space, practicality, fuel efficiency and affordability.

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