టయోటా ఇతియోస్ లివా 2013-2014 V SP

Etios Liva 2013-2014 V SP సమీక్ష

Toyota Etios Liva is the flagship hatchback of the Japanese automobile company, Toyota and it is available with both petrol and diesel engine options. The Toyota Etios Liva V SP is the top end petrol variant that is being sold with a safety pack. Also there are other set of features such as a multifunction steering wheel with sporty leather wrapping and Bluetooth connectivity function, which have been offered with this top end variant. As part of the safety package, this top end variant is being offered with Dual SRS Airbags, driver seat belt warning and anti lock braking system with electronic brake force distribution. Powering this particular variant is the 4-cylinder, DOHC based, 1.2-litre petrol power plant, which is capable of generating 17.71 Kmpl of peak mileage. This top end variant is being blessed with bold yet sporty body design that can steal the attention of the auto enthusiasts. This hatch from the Japanese automobile company comes with highly proficient comfort features as well as top rated safety aspects that returns best value for money. This hatch comes with great cabin space, which is good enough to host seating for at least five passengers. The company is selling this vehicle in seven exciting body paints including Classic Grey, Vermilion Red, Ultramarine Blue and other exciting color body paints.

Exteriors :

The Toyota Etios Liva V SP is the top end variant in its model series and it is being blessed with magnificent exterior features. The company has accentuated this particular variant with a lot of chrome inserts that helped the manufacturer to obtain a premium look to its exteriors. To start with, the front profile, it has a radiator grille with a curved design and it has been treated with a lot of chrome and fitted with a company logo in the center. This grille is surrounded by a radiant headlight cluster that is incorporated with powerful halogen lamps and turn indicator. Just below this grille, you can find the body colored bumper that comes with an air dam along with a pair of round shaped fog lights. The side profile of this hatch has been neatly rounded wheel arches, which have been fitted with a classy set of alloy wheels. The door handles and the ORVMs have been painted in body color while the B-pillar window sill gets a black color garnish. The ORVMs have been equipped with turn indicator that adds style as well as additional safety. When it comes to the rear profile, the bumper has a decent looking design and it houses the license plate. The taillight cluster and the chrome plated strip on the boot lid gives a dominating look to the rear.

Interiors :

The cabin section of this top end Toyota Etios Liva V SP trim has an eye-catching look with dual tone color scheme. The Japanese automobile company has obtained a premium finish inside the cabin by using top quality materials. To start with, the dashboard in the front cabin has a distinct design and it comes incorporated with several utility and convenience based equipments. The central console of the dashboard has a bolder design on top of which, there is a stylish instrument cluster that compliments the overall look of interiors. Furthermore, the steering wheel comes with three spokes, leather wrapped and mounted with audio and call function buttons. Inside the cabin the seats are covered with high quality fabric upholstery while the door panels gets a bit of fabric inserts. Inside this vehicle you can find some of the features such as assist grip with coat hook, wood grain finish on door armrest, 7 bottle holders , multifunction steering wheel and lots of other such features.

Engine and Performance:

The Toyota Etios Liva V SP top end petrol engine is powered by a DOHC based 4-cylinder 1.2-litre petrol power plant that can make 1197cc displacement capacity . This petrol engine is integrated with electronic fuel injection system that enables this motor to produce 78.9bhp of peak power at 5600rpm, while generating a peak torque output of about 104Nm at 3100rpm. This petrol mill has been skillfully coupled with a 5-speed manual transmission gearbox that sends the engine power to the front wheels and returns 17.71 Kmpl of peak mileage.

Braking and Handling:

The Toyota Etios Liva V SP is the high end petrol variant in its series and it is blessed with superior braking mechanism. Its front wheels are assembled with disc brakes, while its rear wheels are fitted with drum brakes. These brakes gets the further assistance from the anti lock braking system along with electronic brake force distribution system. This will help the vehicle to be stable even when sudden brakes are applied. This system will reduce the risk of skidding when brakes are applied at sharp curves. On the other hand, the company integrated this hatchback with a highly responsive power steering system , which makes the maneuvering simpler.

Comfort Features:

This top end variant in the Toyota Etios Liva model series is blessed with a set of exciting comfort and convenience features. The list includes features such as internally adjustable ORVMs, height adjustable driver seat, removable rear headrest, adjustable front headrest , front cabin lights, 12 V power outlet, cooled glove box, electric power steering with tilt function, power windows with driver side auto down function, and a highly proficient air conditioning system with heater and clean air filter. Also this top end variant is being blessed with an advanced 2-DIN, 1CD MP3 player with USB, AUX-In and Bluetooth connectivity and with audio controls mounted on steering wheel.

Safety Features:

As far as the safety aspects are concerned, this hatch gets very limited number of protective functions that are quite standard. However, as part of the safety package, this high end trim is blessed with an advanced anti-lock braking system with electronic brake-force distribution system as well as dual front SRS airbags , which will enhance the safety levels. Other safety aspects of this vehicle include an engine immobilizer system, central locking system, key less entry function, and door ajar warning function.

Pros : Very reasonable pricing, good comfort features.

Cons : Safety features needs to improve, poor mileage.