Toyota UK Launches Auris SR Versions

The Toyota Auris is now becoming a familiar sight on UK roads. It replaced the Toyota Corolla – the world’s best-selling car –and has received some criticism for looking very similar to its predecessor. However, it fits neatly into the manufacturer’s model range, complementing the Yaris’s “big small” with “short and tall”. The Toyota Auris SR adds 17-inch alloy wheels, rear tailgate spoiler, smoked glass headlamps and dark-tinted rear privacy glass over other models in the range to enhance the car’s sporty credentials.

The Toyota Auris SR is no less practical than the versatile regular Toyota Auris, sharing the same generous boot space of 354-litres, rising to 761 litres with the rear seats folded down. Also, within the cabin there are ten storage areas which contribute a further 32 litres of space. People are equally well-served in terms of space with good head and legroom for drivers and passengers.

The Toyota Auris SR is only available with the 175bhp 2.2-litre (there are four further engines – two petrol and two diesel - available for other models in the range). The D-4D 180 engine used in the SR comes from Toyota’s Avensis model with power delivered through a six-speed manual gearbox. It helps the car cover 0-62mph in 8.1 seconds and can achieve a maximum speed of 130mph. This performance is the biggest single difference between driving the SR and one of the other models in the range. Putting your foot down produces an instantaneous, powerful response.

Toyota has given the SR a different suspension system to other models in the Toyota Auris range. The multi-link rear suspension aims to support “high performance stability” and we found the nimble handling markedly better than other versions we had driven. The car would still benefit from sharper steering, especially on this sportier model. However, the quality of the ride makes the Toyota Auris a very comfortable car.

The Toyota Auris scores very well when it comes to interior space, with great headroom and plenty of room for passengers. This gives the cabin a nice, airy feel. The central console protrudes and runs back to the distinctive Auris handbrake and back to the gear stick and central storage area. There are few differences between the SR model and the level of specification which comes with the previously range-topping T Spirit trim.

The Toyota Auris SR returns an average of 45.6mpg and with CO2 emissions of 164g/km falls into car tax band D, an annual expense of £140. Some other Toyota Auris models fall into category C which cut that cost to £115 a year. The SR provides economical motoring, especially considering the powerful engine. As a sporty model the car attracts Group 13 insurance.

The SR trim is the top-of the range specification with the others available from entry-level upwards being T2, T3, TR and T Spirit. The SR trim includes 17-inch alloy wheels, rear tailgate spoiler, smoked glass headlamps and dark-tinted privacy glass. Vehicle stability control and traction control are also included. Sat-nav is an option

The Toyota Auris is a new model which replaces the world’s best-selling car, the Toyota Corolla. As such there is not enough data to analyse this model’s reliability. However Toyota appears in ninth place in the Reliability Index and though we experienced one problem with our long term loan, the car meets the Toyota image of being very well made with quality materials.

2010 Toyota Prius Hybrid New

We're counting hours for the official debut of the new 2010 Prius, a new photograph of Toyota's highly anticipated hybrid model has made its way into the net. The third generation Prius is scheduled to go on sale worldwide from this spring. Compared to the current model, Toyota's new hybrid car is said to have grown a bit in size and that it will feature a more powerful, yet more fuel efficient and tightly packaged hybrid drivetrain system.

For now, the new Prius will stick with nickel-metal hydride batteries but Toyota is said to be developing more powerful lithium-ion batteries for use in the near future - quite possibly, during a mid-life facelift.

2010 Toyota Camry (Us market) get a facelift and new 2.5 liter VVT-i engine

The American’s 2010 model year cars are here and it’s time for the Toyota Camry to get a facelift. Both the Camry and Camry Hybrid facelifts made their debut at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show at the same time, so let’s look at the car’s features.

The Toyota Camry 2.4 has been replaced by a Camry 2.5, using the same 2.5 liter inline-4 VVT-i engine that was introduced with the Toyota RAV4 facelift. This engine is available in two states of tune in the Camry - 169hp in the LE and XLE models while the Toyota Camry 2.5 SE gets a unit that produces 179 horsepower. This engine is mated to either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed auto, which is another upgrade over the 2.4 liter engine which was matched to an automatic transmission that only had 5 gears.

The Camry Hybrid and the other engines/models of Camry stay largely the same, and the only other differences are a redesigned grille and front bumper with new fog lamps, new wheel cover and wheel designs, larger projector headlamps, and restyled tail lamps. The Camry Hybrid has additional differences on the inside, namely a new instrument cluster and a new material for the seat trim called Fraichir, which is said to be a combination of silk protein and synthetic fiber.

Look after the jump for more photos of the new Camry facelift. Please note this is not the same car as the Camry we get here. Our ASEAN Camry is actually the Australian Toyota Aurion, which has yet to be facelifted. Hopefully our facelift gets the new 2.5 liter and 6-speed auto too.

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Toyota Motor Corporation

Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki-gaisha?), a multinational corporation headquartered in Japan, is the world's largest automaker. As of 2008, Toyota employs approximately 316,000 people around the world.

In 1934, while still a department of Toyota Industries, it created its first product Type A engine and in 1936 its first passenger car the Toyota AA. The company was eventually founded by Kiichiro Toyoda in 1937 as a spinoff from his father's company Toyota Industries to create automobiles. Toyota currently owns and operates Lexus and Scion brands and has a majority shareholding stake in Daihatsu Motors, and minority shareholdings in Fuji Heavy Industries Isuzu Motors, and Yamaha Motors. The company includes 522 subsidiaries.

Toyota is headquartered in Toyota City and Nagoya (both in Aichi), and in Tokyo. In addition to manufacturing automobiles, Toyota provides financial services through its division Toyota Financial Services and also creates robots. Toyota Industries and Finance divisions form the bulk of the Toyota Group, one of the largest conglomerates in the world.

Toyota was hit by the global financial crisis of 2008 as it was forced in December 2008 to forecast its first annual loss in 70 years. In January 2009 it announced the closure of all of its Japanese plants for 11 days to reduce output and stocks of unsold vehicles.

Early in 2009, although company spokespersons declined confirmation, media sources reported that Akio Toyoda, grandson of the founder, will be promoted in June from vice-president to the position of President, replacing Katsuaki Watanabe.

Car Reviews Myvi

Perodua Myvi Review Summary

The Myvi makes an excellent car for new drivers and those on a limited budget. It’s easy to drive and park and an affordable alternative to rival brands. Many buyers will opt for the more respected badges but shouldn’t eliminate the Myvi as an option without a test drive

Perodua Myvi

The Myvi is Perodua’s bargain priced supermini. Despite its low asking price and supermini status the Myvi provides a spacious and comfortable cabin. The Myvi is an economical alternative to the more costly competitors.

The Myvi is Perodua’s third model to be released in the United Kingdom and the budget price and distinctive styling is likely to be appeal to a large number of buyers.

The Myvi boasts an excellent build quality despite its cheap cabin materials. The Myvi should prove to be a dependable and durable car. The Myvi also boasts more cabin space than its predecessors.

The Perodua Myvi is great for city driving and handles and maneuvers well. The Myvi rides and performs best when kept at a moderate speed. The Myvi’s suspension and wide stance provides a decent and comfortable ride.


Practicality

The Myvi provides good passenger space with head and legroom being plentiful. The Myvi’s cabin and boot are also easy to access with space being generous it is easy to slide into the Myvi’s seats.

The Myvi provides good cabin and boot space. Rear seats provide a 60/40 split and fold system providing even more storage space. Passengers should have plenty of room for comfort on shorter trips.

The Myvi boasts a simple interior layout. The Myvi’s controls and dials have a cheap look and feel but seem to be durable enough. The cabin is composed of cheap plastics but the instrumentation is functional and easy to use.

The Myvi’s steering wheel and seats adjust for comfort. Most drivers and passengers shouldn’t have any trouble getting comfortable, especially with generous amounts of headroom.

The Myvi is an easy car to park thanks to its power assisted steering and small size. The Myvi also provides a high drive position, excellent all-round visibility, and a tight turning circle.


Life Style

The Myvi delivers a good ride through town thanks to a spry engine with lots of pep and responsive steering. The Myvi delivers a decent and composed ride even on less than perfect roads.

The Myvi is a supermini and an unlikely family car due to its small size. The Myvi is capable of seating five comfortably on short trips, but the boot is too small to accommodate a family of five. The Myvi would make a decent second car for a family.

The Myvi would make an excellent first car. It is small and easy to maneuver and drive. The Myvi steers well and is economical to buy and run. The Myvi would make an ideal first car.

Perodua sells inexpensive cars and despite the bargain cars that the Malaysian firm produces the Myvi boasts sound build quality. Perodua’s reputation outside of Malaysia is that of a bargain producer.


Safety and Security

The Myvi’s standard security features include remote central locking and an engine immobilizer. This is likely to be enough security for the Myvi but for buyers who wish to have additional security a visual deterrent may be a good idea.

The Myvi’s standard safety features include front crumple zones and a body designed to absorb the impact of a crash, driver and passenger airbags and ABS. Other standard safety features include EBD and seat belt pretensioners.


Others

The Myvi’s standard audio unit includes a radio/CD player. The unit comes with four speakers and delivers decent sound quality. The basic system includes a traffic alert feature.

The Myvi also comes standard with metallic paint and a choice between seven exterior colours. The interior has a cheap look and feel but should prove to be durable.

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