Tag: Toyota Auris

  • 2013 Toyota Auris Hybrid to debut in Paris

    2013-Toyota-Auris-Hybrid-THUMB2013 Toyota Auris Hybrid will be officially unveiled at Paris Motor Show in the end of September. The new Toyota at will offer enhanced dynamics, more distinctive styling and higher equipment levels.

    With its new and more confident exterior design combined with a higher quality interior, the new Auris also benefits from improvements on the driving dynamics and efficiency enhancements to its powertrain line-up. In particular this means that it includes a full hybrid system that powers the flagship Auris Hybrid model.

    The overall height of the vehicle is with 55mm less than the current model. This and the lower front end design contribute to the perfect aerodynamic performance with a Cd0.28 drag coefficient. Furthermore, this also effects in better handling stability and lower fuel consumption.

    The new design philosophy of the Japanese brand is applied here. 2013 Auris adopts the new “face” of Toyota in the design of its grille and the sharp-edged appearance of its headlights and LED daytime running lights. This gives the car a more powerful road presence.

    Another styling change can be seen on the profile. Thanks to the extension of the side glazing into three panels. The effect will be rendered even more eye-catching in some versions with a piano black finish for the B-pillars and a dynamic treatment of the C-pillars above a stronger and more pronounced chrome-trimmed rising belt line.

    Observed from the rear, one can see a wider opening tailgate, with interplay of convex and concave surfaces, a wrap-around combination lamp design and new bumper profile, strengthening the car’s broad stance.

    What about the interior? Of course, it was completely redesigned. The new interior is now more spacious and comfortable. What is the main highlight here us the introduction of the Skyview. This is one of the largest panoramic roofs in the segment.

    Furthermore, the air vent and meter surrounds, centre console and transmission tunnel trim have high quality satin silver finish. The interior surfaces such as the steering wheel and the instrument panel’s upper surface are covered with baseball-stitched nappa leather.

    Loadspace length is now further enhanced. All hatchback versions have now 360 litres luggage space. Repositioning of the battery pack beneath the rear seat has ensured Auris Hybrid has the same load capacity as other models in the range.

    Next, efficiency and dynamic improvements have been performed on the Hybrid Synergy Drive system. The new model will also include 1.4-litre diesel and 1.33 and 1.6-litre petrol engines.

    2013 Toyota Auris Dimensions

    NEW AURIS CHANGE vs CURRENT AURIS
    Length (mm) 4,275 +30
    Width (mm) 1,760 –
    Height (mm) 1,460 -55
    Wheelbase (mm) 2,600 –
    Loadspace (l) 360 +6  (+127 for Auris Hybrid)
    Cd 0.28 -0.01

    Source: Toyota

  • Yaris HSD – Small Outside Big Inside

    Toyota-Yaris-HSD-thumbWith the introduction of the Yaris Hybrid, B-segment car fans will now be able to enjoy the low emission, refined Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive® (HSD). It’s a small packed piece of engineering that offers no compromises in terms of driving experience.

    The powertrain is a full hybrid composition consisting of a petrol engine and an electric motor with an end power output of 100 DIN hp. It is an engine that offers clients class leading CO2, NOx and particulate emissions, minimal fuel consumption and low cost of overall running costs.

    Downsizing of various components gives the Yaris more efficiency agility and space. (Small Outside, Big Inside are the principles of the Yaris). The 1.5 liter Atkinson Cycle petrol engine in the Yaris, is 16.5 kg lighter and 10% more compact than the 1.8-litre unit found in the Auris Hybrid. The electric motor, the Power Control Unit (PCU) and the transaxle have also been put on a diet resulting in 20% more compactness for the electric motor, 12% less volume for the PCU in comparison with the Auris Hybrid. The transaxle is shorter by 6% and lighter by 11 kg.

    Toyota Yaris HSD (2012)
    Toyota Yaris HSD (2012)

    Design also plays a role in the overall hybrid experience in the Yaris. The Nickel Metal Hydride battery and fuel tank have been placed under the rear seats so that there is no need to sacrifice passenger space or cargo area. The Yaris is all about looking like an everyday ordinary car and performing like the ultimate, extraordinary fuel saving machine.

    Hybrid Synergy Drive layout (Yaris)
    Hybrid Synergy Drive layout (Yaris)

    Source: Toyota

  • Toyota Auris Hybrid at the Goodwood Festival of Speed

    The small hatchback will mark its official on-sale date in in a new curtain-raising attraction for the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Five of the Full-hybrid models will be exhibiting in Goodwood’s Moving Motor Show on 1 July. A hundred prospective owners attending the event as Toyota guests and enjoying an exclusive test drive

    80 of the test drivers will be drawn from those expressing early interest in the car via the Toyota customer web site. They will be the first, who will experience Toyota Auris Hybrid’s high efficient performance. The driving route includes the famous hillclimb course. (more…)

  • Key highlights for Toyota at Geneva 2010

    Toyota FT-86Hybrid Technology Development and Enhanced Product Appeal are the leading themes for Toyota’s presentation at the Geneva motor show, represented by a range of concept and production models that will be making their first appearance in Europe.

    The occasion will mark the world-first appearance of the showroom-ready Auris HSD (Hybrid Synergy Drive), a model which marks a major milestone in Toyota’s programme to introduce its full hybrid powertrain technology across its entire model range by the early 2020s. (more…)

  • Toyota Announces Auris 2010

    Toyota has launched its new Auris 2010, with a sharper appearance inside and out, higher quality materials throughout the cabin and a suspension system tweaked for extra ride comfort and stability. As well as packing much more visual appeal, the range of three and five-door hatchbacks continues to deliver a class leading combination of performance, fuel economy and low CO2 emissions from its line-up of Toyota Optimal Drive powertrains. (more…)

  • Toyota Auris HSD Full Hybrid Concept

    The best selling type of car in Europe is a five door hatchback, so developing a full hybrid Auris is a logical step by Toyota. The new concept will be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show this week.

    The main goal is achieving extraordinary low fuel consumption and emissions. The expected acceleration is around 10 seconds from 0 to 62 mph, which is good enough. (more…)

  • Toyota at Frankfurt Motor Show

    Looks like Toyota is planing strong presence for the upcoming Frankfurt Motor show. The Japanese brand will introduce to the world the all-new Toyota Auris HSD Full Hybrid Concept. This concept car represents a milestone in Toyota’s strategy: introducing Toyota’s full hybrid technology to a mainstream model, and the first step in the deployment of Hybrid Synergy Drive across the company’s model range. (more…)

  • Toyota Auris

    Auris is the latest Toyota model range to reap the benefits in performance, fuel economy and emissions from Toyota Optimal Drive technology.

    Following the introduction late last year of the Toyota Optimal Drive 1.33-litre Dual VVT-i engine with Stop & Start, Auris gains the new 1.6-litre Valvematic engine and revised versions of its established 1.4 and 2.0 D-4D and 2.2 D-CAT 180 units. The result is cleaner, more fuel-efficient motoring with no compromise in performance or driving pleasure, plus significant savings in ownership costs compared to its market rivals. (more…)

  • Toyota Auris gains the environmental edge

    The Toyota Auris gains a competitive advantage in the C-segment hatchback market with the introduction of a new engine that delivers lower emissions, better fuel economy and improved power and torque. And with the benefit of Toyota Stop&Start technology, environmental performance is further enhanced, with particular benefit in urban traffic. (more…)

  • H&R Toyota Auris

    Just in time for the official presentation of the new Toyota Auris, H&R can already deliver several suspension modifications for the successor of the Corolla.

    High tension sport springs lower the body of the car which name comes from the latin “aurum” = gold, approx. 30-35mm and lead to a more sporty and dynamic optic.

    Additionally TRAK+ wheel spacers in different widenings will be available soon. They are driveable with the original as well as with other wheel/tyre combinations.

    All H&R suspension components are produced using ISO 9001 and have been TÜV approved.

    H&R Toyota Auris
    H&R Toyota Auris