టయోటా ఇతియోస్ లివా 2013-2014 1.5 Sport

Etios Liva 2013-2014 1.5 Sport సమీక్ష

The Toyota Etios Liva hatchback series, which are being sold in the country’s car bazaar are said to be one of the most cost effective cars in the country. This hatchback series is made under a joint venture between the Japanese international car maker, Toyota Motor Corporation and the Indian company, Kirloskar Group. Toyota Etios Liva hatchback in the petrol version is one of the most reasonably priced cars in the Indian car market. Riding on the huge success of this impressive hatch, the company is bringing in a sportier and power packed version, which will be called as Toyota Etios Liva 1.5 Sport , which has quite a few enhanced features. The powerful version is said to be sumptuously designed by the company and it also performs exceptionally well on the Indian roads. The company has added several new features along with some very vital and critical safety features as well in this spectacular upcoming hatchback. The petrol engine is power packed and has been accustomed to generate a healthy power and torque output, which is extremely apt for the Indian road conditions. The braking is advanced and the suspension mechanism is apparently going to be re-tuned for enhanced efficacy that keeps this Toyota Etios Liva 1.5 Sport well balanced and makes it easier to maneuver on any terrain. The interiors are done up elegantly and this yet to be launched hatchback is very spacious and has lot of space for all the passengers. This hatch offers good leg room along with ample head and shoulder space and can comfortably accommodate five passengers effortlessly. The company has fitted this hatchback with a power packed 1.5-litre petrol mill that has four cylinders, which is also expected tp produce an excellent mileage and will be a pleasure to drive. Some of the exciting comfort features expected to be integrated in this Toyota Etios Liva 1.5 Sport include an air conditioner with clean air filter, cooled glove box, internally adjustable external rear view mirrors, engine immobilizer, keyless entry and many more such interesting features. Other significant safety features that might be included might be an engine immobilizer, remote keyless entry with central locking driver seat belt notification lamp and many more such aspects, which ensure the safety of the vehicle along with the occupants.

Appearance

The exteriors of this Toyota Etios Liva 1.5 Sport hatchback appears to have been done up elegantly, but at the same time has a very sophisticated and have a sporty look to it. The front radiator grille is very characteristic with the other Toyota cars in the market, then the renowned emblem of the company is embedded in the center of this grille, which also has quite a bit of chrome treatment on it. This smart grille is flanked by a large head light cluster, which is big and is powered with high intensity lamps. Apart from these bright head lights, the front body colored bumper has a neat design and adds to the overall front look of this upcoming hatchback. The side profile of this Toyota Etios Liva 1.5 Sport are expected to have body colored door handles and external rear view mirrors, which add to this hatchback’s overall appeal. While, the subtle yet neatly carved wheel arches are said to be fitted with an exclusive set of alloy wheels, which are said to be slightly wider to take the additional power in their stride. The rear end has a smartly done up tail gate with chrome garnish on it along with a bright and stylish tail lamp cluster.The overall dimensions of this roomy Toyota Etios Liva 1.5 Sport hatchback are expected to be quite liberal with a total length of 3775mm along with an overall width of 1695mm, which also includes the external rear view mirrors. While the total height of this hatch is 1510mm along with a spacious and large wheel base of 2460mm and a remarkable ground clearance of 170mm with a short and excellent minimum turning radius of 4.9 meters. The fuel tank of this upcoming hatchabck is said to be able to hold up 45 litres of petrol, while the boot space is very large and can accommodate quite a number of things in its 251 litres. The gross vehicle weight of this Toyota Etios Liva 1.5 Sport is expected to be approximately about 1430 kgs.

Interiors

The interiors of this Toyota Etios Liva 1.5 Sport hatchback are said to be refurbished. The company has said that this upcoming hatchback will have improved plastic surfaces, which will be smoother and give a premium look to the insides. The company has also given this upcoming petrol hatchback a new color scheme to make the interiors more lively and refreshing fromt he existing models and there is some change in the switchgear and also the door panels. There are a lot of storage spaces such as cup holders near the gear shift lever, a large glove box and other small storage spaces as well. All the doors of this elegant hatch also have pockets to store smaller and practical things, which come in handy while driving. The outside rear view mirrors can be adjusted from inside, while this petrol hatchback also has a day and night internal rear view mirror as well. The EPS (electric power steering) wheel is very responsive, while the gear shift knob is being treated with chrome . This Toyota Etios Liva 1.5 Sport version also has a remote tailgate and fuel lid opener to add to the convenience of the driver.

Engine and Performance

This upcoming Toyota Etios Liva 1.5 Sport version is expected to be fitted with a 1500cc petrol engine . The petrol engine is power packed and has been accustomed to generate a healthy power and torque output, which is extremely apt for the Indian road conditions. This engine is expected to be mated with a proficient five speed manual transmission gear box .

Braking and Handling

The braking and suspension systems are said to be tweaked to make this upcoming hatch more responsive and reliable on any terrain. The suspension system is expected to be more sturdy and steadfast to complement with the enhanced and power packed engine. While the braking system has been made better to augment the handling and control of the driver on this hatchback.

Comfort Feature

The comfort features that might be included into this sporty and excellent Toyota Etios Liva 1.5 Sport hatch are a proficient HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) unit, power windows for all the 4 doors, an EPS (electric power steering) that is adjustable and very responsive, remote central locking , a large glove box that cools the things kept in it, front cabin lights, a digital tripmeter and several other such thrilling convenience features, which will definitely mesmerize the customers into buying this outstanding hatchback.

Safety Features

The company is expected to equip this Toyota Etios Liva 1.5 Sport hatchback with some crucial features such as a highly developed engine immobilizer along with a remote keyless entry and a central locking as well. This charming hatchback will also be fitted with sturdy seat belts for all the seats, while the instrument cluster might be given a door open warning lamp along with a driver seat belt notification and other notifications as well.

Pros

Sporty exteriors, impressive interiors, good features.

Cons

Rear seat is slightly cramped for taller passengers, mileage might need to be worked on.