tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18613789370485536702024-03-12T16:02:55.750-07:00Toyota CarsPictures & WallpapersUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger156125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-50767143988631480412012-08-07T09:55:00.003-07:002012-08-07T09:57:56.251-07:002012 Toyota 86 GTS<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCiU0euvrmu6OciMY7xYHMqUK4j8cWmaYpPVatDdCgTlhCGEykNrEzZa6qisjMubAM5DTtxIOCYvRLAe3e_5VPcV8HYybjGDq1tZQ0jOR3Z9kNCCDjl5X8Oq875EYObvHKrYsICh8CKRQ6/s1600/Toyota-86_GTS_2012_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCiU0euvrmu6OciMY7xYHMqUK4j8cWmaYpPVatDdCgTlhCGEykNrEzZa6qisjMubAM5DTtxIOCYvRLAe3e_5VPcV8HYybjGDq1tZQ0jOR3Z9kNCCDjl5X8Oq875EYObvHKrYsICh8CKRQ6/s400/Toyota-86_GTS_2012_002.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5773976459904127282" /></a><br /><a 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border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5773976069041689602" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQwMivwIbGnGkqtRmMDbrcVz0sh4xHwh-dtHXx-BTagJMUDjRX9uQ1qD9fNFmNb8R91HQae1x2UvuGMYV2ghNUHRzGX_xk6NH55HzJP7ooHfQ0e8P3t6sDsNq9blmZeRZrv_pV4P8RTc_E/s1600/Toyota-86_GTS_2012_005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQwMivwIbGnGkqtRmMDbrcVz0sh4xHwh-dtHXx-BTagJMUDjRX9uQ1qD9fNFmNb8R91HQae1x2UvuGMYV2ghNUHRzGX_xk6NH55HzJP7ooHfQ0e8P3t6sDsNq9blmZeRZrv_pV4P8RTc_E/s400/Toyota-86_GTS_2012_005.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5773976086101700482" /></a><br /><div align="justify"> Toyota Australia has dramatically redefined the concept of an affordable sports car with the arrival of its eagerly awaited Toyota 86 coupe.<br /><br />Designed to delight driving enthusiasts, the compact and aerodynamic four-seater sports car is priced from an amazingly low $29,990.<br /><br />The 86 marks a return to Toyota's sporting roots with the world's only combination of a front-mounted, free-revving, horizontally opposed "boxer" petrol engine and rear-wheel drive.<br /><br />This unique powertrain format, combined with a compact design, light weight and a low centre of gravity, produces the best possible power-to-weight ratio.<br /><br />These attributes will reward 86 owners with maximum driving pleasure - lively, accessible performance and highly engaging dynamic abilities with minimal electronic intrusion.<br /><br />Toyota Australia's executive director sales and marketing Matthew Callachor said Toyota was determined to ensure the great handling and performance of the 86 would not come with a hefty price tag.<br /><br />"The 86 is meant to be enjoyed by as many driving enthusiasts as possible, and our pricing will extend its appeal to people who never imagined they could afford such a fun car," Mr Callachor said.<br /><br />"Toyota has created something that people have wanted, but didn't exist - a compact, light, basic sports car with balance and handling rated in the same league as some legendary sports cars," he said. <br />2012 Toyota 86 GTS<br /><br /><br />"The 86 will serve as a halo car for Toyota, expanding the brand into a new dimension of driving performance.<br /><br />"It is a game-changer, demonstrating Toyota's commitment to 'waku doki' - designing and engineering cars that really get your heart pumping."<br /><br />The 86 is the result of a joint development between Toyota and Subaru, bringing together the best of each company's technical know-how and their mutual passion for sports cars.<br /><br />The stylish four-seater draws on Toyota's sports-car heritage - including the Supra, MR2, Celica GT-Four and the legendary 2000GT - to create a strong emotional connection between driver and car.<br /><br />Toyota is offering the 86 in two grades - GT and GTS - both powered by a newly developed 2.0-litre flat-four engine that revs freely to 7,450rpm and has a high compression ratio of 12.5:1.<br /><br />Toyota's D-4S direct-injection technology increases throttle response, power and torque over a wide range of engine speeds without sacrificing fuel efficiency and environmental performance.<br /><br />Maximum power of 147kW - equivalent to 100hp per litre - and peak torque of 205Nm ensure brisk and engaging performance.<br /><br />The flat-four engine combines with the lowest driver hip-point of any Toyota production vehicle, 400mm, to give the 86 an ultra-low centre of gravity of just 460mm - in the league of cars such as the Porsche Cayman.<br /><br />Both the powertrain and driving position have been set as low and as far back as possible to optimise balance, giving the car a near-perfect 53:47 weight distribution.<br /><br />Fuel economy is remarkable for a sports car - 7.8 litres/100km for manual variants - and even better for automatic versions at just 7.1 litres/100km.<br /><br />CO2 emissions are 164 grams/km (auto) and 181 grams/km (manual).<br /><br />Comprehensive weight-saving measures, resulting in a kerb weight of just 1,222kg, have contributed to handling and economy as well as a power-to-weight ratio of 120kW/tonne.<br /><br />The Toyota-designed six-speed manual gearbox offers quick, precise shifting through closely stacked ratios and a tactile "flick-of-the-wrist" short-throw lever.<br /><br />A new Lexus IS-F-inspired six-speed automatic transmission, with shift paddles mounted on the steering wheel, combines direct response with an extremely fast shifting speed of only 0.2 seconds.<br /><br />A blipping downshift control automatically revs the engine for extremely smooth and rapid changes down through the gears.<br /><br />For added driver enjoyment, the smooth-revving engine sound is channelled directly into the cabin via a sound generator - the first system of this type to be used in a Toyota.<br /><br />Power is distributed to the rear wheels via a Torsen limited-slip differential (except in auto GT), optimising traction and grip under all driving conditions.<br /><br />The 86 features an aerodynamic and stylish body design built around a low, highly compact chassis for optimum handling and performance.<br /><br />It has a well-planted, sporting stance: it is wider than a Toyota Rukus, its overall length and wheelbase are shorter than a Corolla hatch, and its roof height is lower than a three-door Yaris.<br /><br />Standard equipment includes seven airbags, a five-mode stability control system, traction control, anti-skid brakes, 16-inch alloy wheels, cruise control, air-conditioning, CD sound system, daytime running lamps (DRLs) and a multi-information display.<br /><br />The Toyota 86 GTS has 17-inch alloy wheels, a 6.1-inch display screen, satellite navigation with live traffic updates, auto-levelling HID headlamps, leather-accented front seats, dual-zone climate-control air-conditioning, aluminium pedals, LED DRLs and red stitching highlights.<br /><br />The GTS is priced from $35,490. Automatic transmission costs an extra $2,500 on both grades.<br /><br />Toyota has enhanced the unique identity of its new sports car by creating a subtle yet distinct T-mesh pattern in the front grille, door-switch base, instrument panel, meters, triangular rear-centre foglamp and spare-wheel cover.<br /><br />The 86 also incorporates numerous exclusive sporting details through both the exterior and interior, including a conrod motif to the HID headlamps, twin exhausts, instrument dials, air vents and gear-lever base.<br /><br />Mounted on the car's front wing is the 86 piston logo, based on the car's unique front boxer engine, rear-wheel drive powertrain format.<br /><br />It also represents the vehicle's tyres sliding in a four-wheel drift, highlighting the perfect on-the-limit balance of the 86.<br /><br />Toyota 86 inspired by 50-year sports car heritage<br /><br />Toyota has a 50-year history of creating exciting driver-focused sports cars that have proven popular with the public and successful in competition.<br /><br />The new Toyota 86 captures the best elements of three key models from that rich heritage: the Sports 800, 2000GT and AE86.<br /><br />It also revives Toyota's passion for sports cars: not just on racetracks but on the road as well, with models such as the Supra, MR2 and Celica GT-Four.<br /><br />Like all these classic Toyota sports cars, the 86 delivers pure driving pleasure and creates a strong emotional connection between driver and car.<br /><br />While the 86 is being launched as the world's only car with a front-mounted horizontally opposed engine and rear-wheel drive package, it is not the first.<br /><br />That honour goes to the Sports 800, an inexpensive and easy-to-drive sports car that Toyota began developing in 1962 with a 790cc two-cylinder horizontally opposed (boxer) engine.<br /><br />The combination of its boxer engine, lower centre of gravity, front-engine and rear-drive (FR) layout provided the Sports 800 with great handling and excellent fuel efficiency, enabling it to achieve success in endurance races.<br /><br />The 86 has adopted this classic architecture to provide maximum driving enjoyment.<br /><br />The beautiful 2000GT, a 2.0-litre straight-six coupe first displayed at the 1965 Tokyo Motor Show, helped establish the company's global reputation.<br /><br />During development of the 86, chief engineer Tetsuya Tada placed a 2000GT in the studio next to the designers' clay model.<br /><br />The result is that the 86 is infused with the character of the 2000GT - especially the graceful side-window shape, long bonnet and rear fender line.<br /><br />Similar to the collaboration with Subaru on the 86 project, the 2000GT was jointly developed with Yamaha Motor Co., which tuned the engine and assembled parts.<br /><br />The Corolla Levin AE86's FR powertrain, responsive and high-revving engine, compact dimensions, light weight, good balance and power-to-weight ratio made it a popular choice for rallying and circuit driving - and more recently in drifting.<br /><br />The new 86 recaptures the spirit of the AE86 by delivering exhilarating driver involvement in an affordable compact car that evolves with its owner.<br /><br />The 86 also remains faithful to Toyota's long sports-engine history with the boxer engine having a square bore and stroke set-up of 86mm x 86mm.<br /><br />The legendary 3M engine of the 2000GT and the 1G engine of the Supra were both in-line six-cylinder configurations with a square bore and stroke of 75mm.<br /><br />The in-line, four-cylinder unit in the Celica and MR2 had a square bore and stroke of 86mm.<br /><br />The passion of two companies<br /><br />The development of the 86 brought together the technical know-how and shared passion for sports cars of two great companies, Toyota and Subaru.<br /><br />The "dream" project was initiated by Toyota to revive its sports car heritage and, once again, deliver the fun of driving to as many people as possible.<br /><br />Toyota invested in Subaru's parent company, Fuji Heavy Industries, in 2005 and lifted its shareholding in 2008 to more than 16 per cent.<br /><br />Around this time, Toyota's product planning and product management divisions aggressively promoted the concept of a sports car with a horizontally opposed engine with a front-engine, rear-drive (FR) layout.<br /><br />Mr Futoshi Ito, general manager of Toyota's strategic product management, said: "In 2006, we began considering how we could create a symbol of the two companies' alliance.<br /><br />"In the end, if we were going to get involved in a joint development project with Subaru, people asked what could be more natural than to create an FR layout with a horizontally opposed engine.<br /><br />"I worked out a basic approach for our joint project with Subaru wherein Toyota would be responsible for vehicle planning and design development, and Subaru would be responsible for the actual development work."<br /><br />Toyota designers went beyond their normal domain and became involved with design engineering as well, according to Mr Takayasu Furukawa, who directed the exterior design effort.<br /><br />"For example, the radiator in the initial package was mounted vertically. But keeping the bonnet low was a key priority for us, so we issued an order for the radiator to be angled and kept low by whatever means necessary," he said.<br /><br />Mr Toshiaki Noda, a senior Toyota engineer who directed development of the new car's body, said the body design process involved overcoming the unknowns imposed by collaboration between two companies with different cultures.<br /><br />"We, as team members, were products of different histories and cultures, but we shared a desire to create the ultimate sports car.<br /><br />"You could say that the design of the 86 is the crystallisation of both our companies' passion," Mr Noda said.<br /><br />Toyota 86 chief engineer Tetsuya Tada stunned Subaru when he announced targets that included a naturally aspirated, high-revving sporty engine capable of developing 100hp per litre while also achieving good fuel economy.<br /><br />Mr Tada sought advice from Mr Takamitsu Okamoto, who led engine development for the Lexus LFA, and he advised a redline around 7,600rpm and a bigger bore than the 84mm proposed by Subaru.<br /><br />After some animated discussions within Toyota, it was decided to combine Toyota's D-4S direct-injection know-how with Subaru's engine, and to reconfigure the engine from the bore and stroke proposed by Subaru.<br /><br />This decision was extraordinary because it would require disclosing to Subaru all Toyota's technical information related to the next-generation D-4S, which was still under development.<br /><br />Mr Motoki Ohtani, who worked on D-4S for Toyota, said: "It was a major decision that involved both companies sharing their crown jewels. It must have felt like a real leap in the dark."<br /><br />The resulting joint development involved Subaru engineers setting up shop at Toyota at one point, and Toyota engineers setting up shop at Subaru at another.<br /><br />The prototype engine with the next-generation D-4S achieved the 100hp per litre output goal on its first bench test, revving smoothly beyond 7,000rpm.<br /><br />"That's when we all breathed a little easier," said Hirohisa Kishi, general manager of Toyota's engine control system development division. "I guess you could say it's when we began to trust one another."<br /><br />The project was also characterised by a meticulous focus on the transmissions.<br /><br />Subaru had not developed a suitable unit for an FR-layout vehicle, so Toyota redesigned an existing six-speed manual transmission.<br /><br />Development work was performed by both Subaru and Aisin, but the process ran into unexpected difficulties.<br /><br />With just one year to go before production was due to begin, the team had still not achieved the ideal six-speed manual transmission feel.<br /><br />The team virtually poured in engineers from Toyota, Subaru and Aisin, creating five different prototypes and making major design changes to shorten the shift stroke without creating an unacceptably heavy feel.<br /><br />Another team developed a six-speed sport automatic transmission based on Toyota technology, achieving an extremely fast shift speed of two-tenths of a second.<br /><br />Toyota provided the hardware and the basics in terms of expertise, technology and control while Subaru added the right "flavour" - control that was specialised for the driving experience.<br /><br />In striving to deliver the ideal FR sports car, a single prototype was built by hand - shortening the wheelbase of an existing sedan and combining a horizontally opposed engine with an FR layout.<br /><br />It demonstrated the car's potential and convinced executives from both companies that the project could be successful.<br /><br />To promote a shared understanding of the team's goals, Toyota members were forbidden from driving the car alone.<br /><br />They had to bring Subaru people with them so they could convey their thoughts about the vehicle. Even at the Nurburgring, they had to ride in the car together.<br /><br />Engineers, as with any car, established objectives for individual aspects of the vehicle's performance, such as driving stability and ride comfort.<br /><br />However, the emphasis was on harmony - if one aspect of performance stood out from the rest, the two companies worked to raise the others.<br /><br />As a result, Toyota and Subaru succeeded in contributing all of their resources to the 86 development project.<br /><br />The benefit of this synergy is described as: 1+1=3.<br /><br />Toyota 86 is well specified<br /><br />Toyota's new 86 sports car is offered in two model grades - 86 GT and 86 GTS - with the choice of six-speed manual or six-speed direct-shift automatic transmissions.<br /><br />All four models have the 2.0-litre D4-S "boxer" type engine and are well specified.<br /><br />Both grades have a comprehensive safety package, including seven SRS airbags, ABS brakes with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist, traction control, vehicle stability control with sports mode and a lever-type parking brake.<br /><br />Standard equipment also includes air conditioning, tilt and telescopic steering wheel adjustment, cruise control, CD tuner with Bluetooth™, voice recognition and AUX and USB inputs, multi-information display, walk-in passenger's seat, united folding rear seat-back and power windows with auto up/down.<br /><br />The 86 GT also has an analogue speedometer, premium three-spoke steering wheel, shift lever and shift knob, and urethane-covered parking brake lever.<br /><br />The 86 GT exterior includes 16-inch alloy wheels (with full-size steel spare wheel), daytime running lamps, halogen headlamps, UV-cut glass, power-folding mirrors and rear foglamp.<br /><br />The manual transmission GT 86 has a limited-slip differential.<br /><br />The Toyota 86 GTS has 17-inch alloy wheels with full-sized alloy spare wheel, and a limited-slip differential on manual and automatic models.<br /><br />Additional equipment on the high-grade model includes auto-levelling HID headlamps with integrated daytime running lamps, windscreen top shade, front foglamps and smart entry/smart start.<br /><br />Inside, Toyota 86 GTS has the additional features of leather-accented front seats with Alcantara® fabric inserts, front-seat heaters, dual-zone auto climate-control air conditioning, aluminium pedals and door scuff plates.<br /><br />It also has a premium three-spoke steering wheel and parking brake lever, premium (carbon-look) instrument panel finish, frameless interior rear-view mirror and red stitching interior highlights.<br /><br />The Toyota 86 GTS audio head unit includes 6.1-inch LCD touch screen, satellite navigation with 3D map display, RDS-TMC (SUNA) traffic information and safety camera warning, SMS and email text to voice, FM radio text and SD card slot.<br /><br />The steering wheel in GTS 86 automatic has paddle shifters.<br /><br />The speedometer in GTS 86 is digital, with premium T-mesh finish.<br /><br />Toyota 86 engine is all new<br /><br />The Toyota 86 sports car engine is all new and combines the leading-edge technologies of Toyota and Subaru.<br /><br />The two-litre engine is Toyota's first volume-production four-cylinder horizontally opposed engine, helping to give 86 its low centre of gravity.<br /><br />It has the highest specific power output and the highest operating revolutions in the Toyota range.<br /><br />It delivers 147kW of power at 7,000rpm and 205Nm of torque at 6,400 to 6,600rpm on 98-RON fuel, with a maximum engine speed of 7,450rpm.<br /><br />Toyota chose natural aspiration for 86 to optimise acceleration response - the 'connection' between throttle application and power to the rear wheels.<br /><br />The engine follows the tradition of successive Toyota sports car engines of 'linear power delivery up to redline speeds' coupled with environmental friendliness.<br /><br />It has a 'square' bore and stroke relationship of 86mm by 86mm for a combination of optimum balance, high power and torque, high revolutions and optimum fuel economy.<br /><br />The compression ratio is 12.5:1 for maximum performance across the revolution range.<br /><br />Special features include a system to optimise the engine induction sound heard in the cabin, creating a linear intake sound in response to throttle application.<br /><br />The intake system includes a sound creator and a damper, with a thin rubber tube to carry intake pulsations to the cabin.<br /><br />When the intake pulsations reach the sound creator, the damper resonates at certain frequencies to optimise the intake sound heard within the cabin.<br /><br />Various sound levels are produced, based on the driver's throttle inputs.<br /><br />City driving produces a pleasant, stress-free sound, while wide-open throttle acceleration produces a true sports-car sound.<br /><br />The engine has a 'boxer' type crank pin arrangement in which the opposing pistons move in and out together.<br /><br />The crank pins are 50mm in diameter for optimum rigidity at high engine speeds.<br /><br />Specifications such as the big-end bearing bolt size were reviewed according to the newly designed crank pin to ensure reliability at high revolutions.<br /><br />To raise the revolution limit the connecting rod shape and piston length have been optimised and the piston weight has been minimised.<br /><br />Toyota 86 is first with dual injection<br /><br />The two-litre horizontally opposed four-cylinder engine in 86 is the first in the world to combine Subaru's traditional 'boxer' layout and Toyota's unique D-4S dual injection system.<br /><br />The new 86 is the first Toyota in Australia with the D-4S system (Direct-injection 4-stroke gasoline engine Superior version), for optimum performance and fuel economy.<br /><br />The Toyota D-4S system combines high-pressure direct injection into the combustion chamber and port injection into the intake port.<br /><br />It mixes and matches fuel delivery from the two sets of injectors to provide the ideal fuel/air mixture for all engine-load conditions.<br /><br />The D-4S system boosts performance across the revolution range compared with a port-injection engine, boosting power by up to 10kW and torque by up to 20Nm.<br /><br />The two injection systems have their own fuel supply systems: low pressure for the port injectors and high pressure for the direct injectors.<br /><br />Both systems are used when the engine is running under medium-to-high load at lower engine revolutions.<br /><br />This creates a homogeneous air-fuel mixture to stabilise combustion, improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.<br /><br />In high-load situations the engine uses the direct injection system only, taking advantage of the cooling effect of injecting fuel directly into the combustion chamber, and as a result improving the efficiency of each charge.<br /><br />The precise injection control also allows for a high compression ratio (12.5:1 in Toyota 86) by reducing the chance of pre-ignition or detonation.<br /><br />When the engine is cold, the injection system uses both sets of injectors to ensure quick warm-up of the catalyst and therefore achieve optimum purification of exhaust emissions.<br /><br />Two transmissions for Toyota 86<br /><br />Toyota 86 has the choice of two new transmissions developed by Aisin, part of the Toyota group of companies.<br /><br />The two transmissions are a six-speed manual and a six-speed sequential automatic with Lexus IS F technology, including highly responsive direct shift and automated throttle blips for down changes when in Sport mode.<br /><br />Both are matched to a performance 4.100:1 final drive ratio.<br /><br />Toyota 86 GT manual and both 86 GTS models have a Toyota-produced Torsen limited-slip differential.<br /><br />The Toyota 86 GTS automatic has the added feature of steering-wheel mounted paddle shifters.<br /><br />The six-speed manual transmission is all new and designed for crisp movement and a precise, exhilarating shift feel.<br /><br />It has a short-throw shift lever and triple-cone synchromesh on the first three gears, for smooth shifting and increased durability.<br /><br />The manual transmission has a lightweight alloy bell housing and a smooth yet firm operation feel without unpleasant stiffness when gears engage.<br /><br />The gear-ratio spread combines driving and environmental performance, with ratios of: first, 3.626; second, 2.188; third, 1.541; fourth, 1.213; fifth, 1.000; sixth, 0.767; and reverse, 3.437.<br /><br />The Toyota 86 automatic transmission provides direct, agile shifting - including IS F-style direct shift.<br /><br />Advanced transmission electronics provide for manual (M mode) shifting, auto-blipping on down changes and flex lock-up to save fuel.<br /><br />Flex lock-up is enabled from low speeds to provide a direct shift feeling with agile driving, while also minimising friction losses for improved fuel economy.<br /><br />Off-throttle flex lock-up has been adopted to expand the fuel-cut range to include lower vehicle speeds, further increasing fuel economy.<br /><br />Toyota 86 drivers can use the downshift paddle shift in D-mode to increase engine braking.<br /><br />The 86 automatic transmission has Sport and Snow modes.<br /><br />It is water-cooled for increased reliability and durability.<br /><br />The ratios were chosen to combine strong acceleration from low speeds with excellent fuel economy when cruising.<br /><br />The ratios are: first, 3.538; second, 2.060; third, 1.404; fourth, 1.000; fifth, 0.713, sixth, 0.582; and reverse, 3.168.<br /><br />Sport/Snow modes<br /><br />Sport mode enables torque-converter lock-up from lower speeds, for more direct acceleration and shift feeling.<br /><br />It also heightens gear-change responsiveness and maximises acceleration in each gear.<br /><br />When combined with D-range, it prioritises vehicle response to driver throttle input.<br /><br />In M-range, it provides an even higher level of sporty driving.<br /><br />Snow mode adjusts throttle-valve opening to control acceleration characteristics on low-grip surfaces.<br /><br />Toyota 86 instruments put emphasis on tacho<br /><br />The instruments in Toyota's new 86 were designed with the tachometer in the centre, for sports-oriented driving.<br /><br />There are grade-specific analogue instrument clusters for new 86 GT and 86 GTS.<br /><br />Both feature a three-ring design, with a central tachometer and multi-information display in the tachometer dial.<br /><br />The Toyota 86 GT instruments include shift position display for both manual and automatic transmissions, as well as VSC Sport indicator.<br /><br />The manual shift position has been included as an aid to environmentally friendly driving; it flashes three times at the optimum up-shift point to help save fuel.<br /><br />The Toyota 86 GTS cluster has the added feature of a digital speedometer in the tachometer dial, so the driver can see both engine revolutions and road speed at a glance.<br /><br />In addition, Toyota 86 GTS has the unique feature of rev/red zone indicator, which can be linked to a warning buzzer set by the driver.<br /><br />The multi-information display includes odometer, two trip meters, outside temperature, instantaneous fuel economy, average fuel economy, and (on 86 GTS) rev indicator setting.<br /><br />Chassis tuned on Prius tyres<br /><br />The Toyota 86 chassis and suspension geometry have been tuned on Prius tyres so that enthusiasts will be able to appreciate the benefits of fitting their own high-performance tyres.<br /><br />Chief engineer Tetsuya Tada said the tyre on the world's best-selling hybrid strikes a great balance between performance, comfort, economy and safety.<br /><br />"The dynamic potential of the 86 should not rely on high-performance tyres," Mr Tada said.<br /><br />"While the tyres fitted to the 86 are not actually from Prius, we tuned the car using Prius tyres to find the maximum potential of the chassis and suspension.<br /><br />"The Prius tyre has very neutral and predictable properties where the increase in cornering force is linear to the increases in steering angle and load transfer to the front axle.<br /><br />"Ensuring the vehicle handles well on Prius tyres means that customers who opt to buy high-performance tyres will be pleasantly surprised at the net performance gain.<br /><br />"This decision means the chassis is buttoned-down from the factory while - in keeping with the car's philosophy - leaving plenty of room for customisation by its owners."<br /><br />Mr Tada said that, whenever a new vehicle was developed, a tyre was chosen to match the car's characteristics.<br /><br />"With that in mind, we tuned the chassis and suspension geometry for the 86 for use with Prius-specification tyres.<br /><br />"Having a base chassis and suspension tuned to be neutral and predictable allows the 86 to readily accommodate a wide variety of tyres."<br /><br />All four 86 variants are also fitted with a full-size spare tyre.<br /><br />Lightweight wheels for 86<br /><br />Toyota's 86 is fitted with the lightest production 16-inch and 17-inch cast aluminium wheels Toyota has ever produced.<br /><br />The new 16 x 6.5J and 17 x 7J wheels have sharp spoke designs with bright machine-finished highlights that create a mechanical, sports-inspired image.<br /><br />By machine-cutting a section of the painted face, the wheels display the natural bright finish of aluminium.<br /><br />The 16-inch wheels on the 86 GT are the lightest at just 7.21kg and feature a simple 10-spoke design.<br /><br />The high-grade Toyota 86 GTS has 17-inch wheels with five machine-finished twin spokes, offset by five single dark-accented spokes to provide fine detail.<br /><br />All wheels feature a small centre ornament to emphasise the spoke length.<br /><br />They are designed for optimum rigidity and functional appeal while minimising unsprung weight to ensure the vehicle maintains optimum contact with the road at all times.<br /><br />A full-size spare tyre is standard - steel for the GT and alloy for the GTS.<br /><br />Toyota 86 has two brake packages<br /><br />New Toyota 86 has two grade-specific brake packages to suit the 16-inch wheels on 86 GT and 17-inch wheels on 86 GTS.<br /><br />86 GT has 277mm diameter ventilated front discs and 286mm diameter solid rear discs.<br /><br />High-grade Toyota 86 GTS has 294mm diameter ventilated front discs and 290mm ventilated rear discs.<br /><br />Both have aluminium callipers and a lever-type parking brake.<br /><br />The brake response and vacuum booster have been fine-tuned to provide precise brake modulation.<br /><br />Toyota 86 suspension provides excellent response<br /><br />Toyota 86 was designed for high levels of handling, stability and steering response.<br /><br />It was benchmarked against Porsche Cayman during development with a view to providing quicker lateral-force response and stability, a smaller roll angle and smaller steering angle.<br /><br />Toyota 86 has a direct steering feeling on country roads and highways, with sharp steering, low body roll and high levels of grip.<br /><br />Toyota 86 has MacPherson-strut front suspension with an all-new L-shaped lower-arm design and double-wishbone rear suspension.<br /><br />It has electric power-assisted steering with a 13.12:1 steering ratio.<br /><br />The foundations for Toyota 86's impressive steering and handling are its low centre of gravity (460mm above the road), centralised mass/low polar moment of inertia, and the strong yet lightweight body structure which provides a stable platform for the suspension.<br /><br />In addition, 86 has a large footprint on the road for its overall dimensions, with a wheelbase of 2,570mm, front track of 1,520mm and rear track of 1,540mm.<br /><br />Body rigidity has been optimised while meeting strict weight targets through extensive use of high-tensile and ultra-high tensile strength steel, and optimal use of strengthening brackets and gussets.<br /><br />Reinforcements have been added to key points where load is transmitted from the suspension to the body, including the front side members and rear floor members.<br /><br />A front-strut tower bar has been adopted as well as an aluminium engine under-cover to efficiently increase rigidity.<br /><br />The 86 chassis-frame also has a rear top-mount reinforcement, rear-frame gusset between the rear frame and rocker panel, and a front lower member to reinforce the suspension.<br /><br />The body rigidity structure around the front suspension also includes a top-mount reinforcement and a reinforced apron.<br /><br />Front suspension<br /><br />Toyota designed the 86 MacPherson-strut front suspension for the levels of handling stability owners expect in a "fun-to-drive" sports car.<br /><br />The all-new design provides direct handling feel, sharp response and high levels of controllability.<br /><br />It has coil springs, gas-filled dampers and a ball-joint mounted stabiliser bar.<br /><br />The springs, dampers, stabiliser bar, steering knuckle and lower arm are all new designs.<br /><br />Special attention was paid to optimising the rigidity of the front suspension mounting points and positioning those points to create a lower roll axis.<br /><br />The struts are mounted as low as possible to achieve a low bonnet line (for improved aerodynamics) and a low centre of gravity.<br /><br />The single L-shaped lower arms have been reverse-positioned (rear to front) compared with the conventional arrangement to allow the engine to be mounted lower and closer to the centre of the vehicle.<br /><br />The steering box has been positioned behind the front cross-member.<br /><br />The cross-member has in turn been specifically designed to fit the limited space between the boxer engine's oil pan and exhaust system.<br /><br />Rear suspension<br /><br />The purpose-designed double-wishbone rear suspension in the 86 provides agile stability and high levels of rear grip.<br /><br />The roll axis has been tuned to compliment the front suspension while providing both the high level of roll rigidity expected of a sports car and the crisp turn-in of a front-engine/rear-drive sports car.<br /><br />The 86 rear suspension has new designs for the rear sub-frame, coil springs, dampers, ball-jointed stabiliser bar, lower-arm rear and trailling link.<br /><br />Special attention was paid to ensure optimum rigidity of the suspension mounting points.<br /><br />A substantial rear sub-frame carries the rear suspension and the differential, to optimise suspension rigidity while minimising unsprung weight.<br /><br />Toyota 86 is ultra-low, wide and compact<br /><br />Toyota 86 features an aerodynamic and stylish body design built around a low, highly compact chassis for optimum handling and performance.<br /><br />At 4,240mm in length the standard 86 is shorter than a Corolla Ascent hatch (4,245mm).<br /><br />Its roof height of just 1,285mm is 225mm lower than the Toyota Yaris YR three-door hatch.<br /><br />Its 2,570mm wheelbase is also shorter than Corolla Ascent (2,600mm).<br /><br />However, at 1,775mm the standard 86 is wider than a Toyota Rukus (1,760mm), providing its squat, sporting stance.<br /><br />Designers took advantage of the low centre of gravity afforded by the boxer engine and front-engine/rear-wheel drive layout to create the low, compact design.<br /><br />The flat, low bonnet signals the presence of the boxer engine.<br /><br />The bonnet has sharp, geometric surface styling above the headlamps and sweeping upward lines on either side that flow into the wheel arch profiles.<br /><br />The large, low-set grille provides generous cooling to the front radiator and front brake callipers with a shape that provides a cue to Toyota's design identity.<br /><br />The front grille also has distinctive T-mesh in place of conventional grille mesh.<br /><br />Other design details point specifically to Toyota's legendary 2000GT sports car, including the distinctive side window graphic and flared wheel arches.<br /><br />The rear wheel arches and trapezoid-shaped rear fascia give the 86 a wide, sporty stance at the rear.<br /><br />Dual circular exhaust tips with a large, 110mm outer diameter provide an additionally dynamic appearance.<br /><br />The front fenders each have the distinctive 86 emblem, which features opposed pistons to signify the boxer engine and an '86' in the middle with a design that evokes the image of a four-wheel drift.<br /><br />The 86 GT comes with halogen headlamps as standard while high-grade 86 GTS has high intensity discharge headlamps and LED (light emitting diode) daytime running lights (DRLs).<br /><br />The Toyota 86 GTS also has a headlamp washer and foglamps in the lower section of the front bumper.<br /><br />On GT grade, DRLs are fitted in the same position as the foglamps on GTS.<br /><br />Rear combination lamps with a 12-element LED tail and stop lamp and rear turn signal lamp (globe) are standard across both models.<br /><br />Two reverse lamps and a foglamp are integrated in the rear bumper, and there is a four-element LED high-mount stop lamp in the rear shelf.<br /><br />LED lamps provide high visibility, a cutting-edge appearance and use less power than traditional stop lamps.<br /><br />The sides of the rear lamps also have aero stabilising fins, which contribute to overall aerodynamic performance.<br /><br />The stay-type side mirrors of 86 have a compact and lightweight design.<br /><br />As well as providing maximum rear visibility, the door-mounted position allows for high visibility around the A-pillars.<br /><br />Toyota 86 is available in seven exterior colours: Pegasus White, Tornado Grey, Thunder Silver, Storm Black, Velocity Orange, Sonic Blue and Mount Fuji Red.<br /><br />Toyota 86 aerodynamics provide stability and enhanced handling<br /><br />The aerodynamic design of the Toyota 86 promotes agile handling at low to mid-range speeds and superior straight-line stability at high speeds.<br /><br />An aerodynamic concept promotes stability by enveloping the car with air - above, below and along the sides.<br /><br />This principle prevents unnecessary downforce that can affect fuel economy.<br /><br />The 86 has a drag coefficient of 0.27.<br /><br />The profile from the bottom edge of the low-set front bumper to the bottom edge of the side rocker enhances stability.<br /><br />The bonnet surface is gently curved, which reduces drag and lift.<br /><br />A pagoda roof design widens towards the rear of the car, which contributes to a lower roof and in turn provides handling stability.<br /><br />The boot angle maximises airflow efficiency over the rear of the vehicle.<br /><br />The upturned rear diffuser provides additional and effective downforce for enhanced handling.<br /><br />Toyota 86 has smallest Toyota steering wheel<br /><br />The new 86 has the smallest-diameter steering wheel in the Toyota range.<br /><br />The three-spoke premium wheel has a 365mm diameter for quick steering inputs.<br /><br />Grip on the wheel and thumb stability have been maximised through the design of the steering wheel cross-section, and verified by test drivers.<br /><br />Concave-shaped grooved thumb rests are built into the inner circumference of the wheel.<br /><br />The rim thickness and the size of the horn pad have been optimised to allow a clear view of the instruments.<br /><br />The horn pad was designed with minimal offset towards the driver, to appear small when viewed from the front, optimise operability and create an easily recognised steering centre.<br /><br />The '86' logo mark is embossed on the horn pad in place of a metal badge, to minimise light reflection and hence potential distractions.<br /><br />Toyota 86 has electric power-assisted rack and pinion steering, with a quick 13.1:1 steering ratio.<br /><br />The steering column has a tilt range of 15mm (an angle 16 degrees) and a telescopic range of 20mm.<br /><br />Toyota 86 has a voice that can be heard<br /><br />The Toyota 86 development team overcame traditional corporate guidelines to produce a stirring engine note - and to channel the sound directly into the cabin.<br /><br />Led by chief engineer Tetsuya Tada, the team developed a sound creator that allows the driver to enjoy fully the boxer engine's sporty induction sound.<br /><br />"The sound creator picks up intake pulses and uses a damper that resonates at certain frequencies to optimise the sound - a principle similar to hitting a drum," Mr Tada said.<br /><br />"The selected frequencies are channelled directly into the cabin via a thin rubber tube that passes through the firewall and into the passenger footwell, just ahead of the passenger's feet.<br /><br />"When you have the throttle wide open, you get a rich, throaty sound that is sports-car to the core - especially above 4,000rpm."<br /><br />Mr Tada said driving a sports car should stimulate all five senses, such as the sight of the design, touch of the steering, the distinct smell of hot brake pads, a taste for sports-car behaviour and the sound of the engine.<br /><br />"While we aimed to address each of the senses during development, we placed a particular focus on ensuring a pleasing engine note.<br /><br />"However, our standard development procedures focus on eliminating sound, not tuning it - and we also face strict worldwide noise regulations.<br /><br />"Despite all this, we knew what we needed to do and how to get it done. It took many trial and error sessions, but we were finally able to perfect engine, induction and exhaust sound, including the feature that allows induction sound to be piped directly into the cabin.<br /><br />"Although it was an uncommon procedure, we strove to ensure that the 86 has a voice that can be heard," he said.<br /><br />Design elements evoke Toyota's heritage<br /><br />Toyota has applied design elements throughout the 86 to convey a sense of precision and high performance - as well as a dash of fun.<br /><br />The front fender proudly displays the new car's logo that is centred on a stylised "86".<br /><br />This symbolises the engine's square 86mm bore and stroke while evoking thoughts of the car's spiritual predecessor, the Corolla Levin AE86.<br /><br />Horizontally opposed pistons are placed either side of the "86" to signify the 2.0-litre boxer engine under the low bonnet.<br /><br />A T-mesh pattern in several areas throughout the car provides a subtle link to Toyota's heritage.<br /><br />The pattern is found in the front grille, instrument panel ornamentation, door-switch base and the climate-control panel.<br /><br />On the upper grade, the mesh is also etched into part of the Alcantara® fabric in the front seats.<br /><br />Even the reversing light and rear foglamp are arranged in the shape of a "T" to emphasise the global Toyota brand.<br /><br />A further design element is a connecting-rod shape, which can be seen on the headlamps, exhaust tip, shift-lever base, side air vents and the meter ring.<br /><br />Toyota 86 chief engineer Tetsuya Tada said these design features expressed the attention to detail of the passionate team of engineers who created the 86.<br /><br />"The engineers' emotions and love for performance has been transformed into a work of art," Mr Tada said.<br /><br />"Virtually every component has been fine-tuned to satisfy the most discerning driving enthusiast."<br /><br />Toyota 86 - no stone unturned<br /><br />Toyota's attention to detail with the new 86 sports car includes measures to protect against stone chips during rallying and sports-car activities.<br /><br />Enthusiast owners of the 86 are expected to enter their cars in officially sanctioned competitive events, where close racing can lead to stones and other debris hitting their car.<br /><br />In consideration of this risk, engineers undertook a chipping analysis of the 86 and developed measures to protect the paint and underbody.<br /><br />A special anti-chip paint coating has been applied to the areas most at risk - the front edge of the bonnet and roof, and the two windscreen pillars.<br /><br />In addition, other areas have benefited from a chip-resistant coating while anti-chip tape has been applied to the rear area of the door partition.<br /><br />Early testing and analysis also resulted in wide-ranging underbody rust-protection and anti-chipping measures.<br /><br />These include the use of rust-resistant steel in the underfloor area, and anti-rust wax in areas such as the bottom edge of the doors and the closed-in cross-section of the frame.<br /><br />Other measures to protect the car from damage during competition include an aluminium cover under the engine.<br /><br />The cover also acts as a contact warning, alerting the driver when the car's underbody scrapes the road surface.<br /><br />Similarly, contact guards at the rear prevent damage to the exhaust pipes.<br /><br />High-quality 86 interior engages the driver<br /><br />Toyota 86 has a dynamic, high-quality interior with features that maximise driver engagement.<br /><br />Designers trimmed unnecessary space to create a snug, cosseting cabin environment.<br /><br />It has a front-rear couple distance of 700mm which ensures the minimal amount of space for the rear seats, as befitting a compact 2+2 sports car.<br /><br />The front seats have a hip point of just 400mm.<br /><br />Seat materials were specially chosen for their light weight, strength, durability, breatheability and non-slip qualities to enhance sporty driving.<br /><br />The high grade GTS has leather-accented front-seats with Alcantara® fabric inserts.<br /><br />In addition, the GTS seats are embossed with the signature T-mesh pattern, which also appears on the instrumentation, climate control panel and door switch base.<br /><br />T-mesh evokes Toyota's rich sports car history while providing a dynamic, high-tech appearance.<br /><br />The main seat and sides of the GT grade seats (including shoulder supports) are trimmed in a soft fabric known as Prosuena.<br /><br />The predominantly black interior features contrasting colours and materials to provide a sense of sportiness and high-quality craftsmanship.<br /><br />Switch panels on the door trims are angled towards occupants and easy-to-use door grips enhance cabin operability.<br /><br />The door handles were also specially positioned to enable fitment of a roll cage for track use.<br /><br />High grade GTS comes with a knee pad to provide additional support and maintain driver pedal control under high lateral loads.<br /><br />The centre console height was designed to prevent interference with the driver's arm when shifting gears.<br /><br />An optional removable cup holder can be set in a backward position to prevent drinks from obstructing the driver's arm movement during shifting.<br /><br />On both grades, the centre console has a VSC (vehicle stability control) off switch, SNOW/SPORT switch (automatic transmission only) and VSC SPORT switch.<br /><br />Toyota 86 GTS comes standard with dual-zone automatic climate controlled air conditioning.<br /><br />The centre instrument panel of the Toyota 86 GTS also has an engine stop/start switch.<br /><br />Front seat heater controls are located in the centre console behind the VSC switches.<br /><br />GT grade comes with manual air conditioning.<br /><br />12V/120W accessory sockets are located in the centre console and glove box on both grades.<br /><br />Comprehensive active and passive safety package for 86<br /><br />The new Toyota 86 has a comprehensive active and passive safety package as standard equipment.<br /><br />The 86 was designed to achieve a five-star ANCAP safety rating and has a pedestrian-friendly front structure.<br /><br />Both model grades have seven SRS airbags, including driver's knee airbag and Toyota's latest-generation whiplash-injury lessening front seats.<br /><br />Active safety features include ABS with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist, traction control (TRC) and five-mode vehicle stability control (VSC).<br /><br />The five VSC modes are controlled by the VSC OFF and VSC SPORT switches.<br /><br />In all scenarios, the limited-slip differential function of the VSC continues to operate.<br /><br />Toyota 86's active safety credentials are further enhanced by its high grip and quick steering, powerful brakes and well-modulated brake feel.<br /><br />Toyota 86 GT has halogen headlamps and daytime running lamps (DRLs).<br /><br />The Toyota 86 GTS has HID headlamps with integrated LED DRLs.<br /><br />The Toyota 86 passive safety strategy begins with its impact-absorbing body, designed to channel frontal crash energy from the side members to the rockers, and floor and transmission tunnel reinforcement.<br /><br />Body strength and crashworthiness have been further enhanced by using five grades of high-tensile strength steel sheet as well as a series of reinforcing brackets and gussets.<br /><br />The combination of lightweight, high-strength steel and optimal positioning of body reinforcements increases body rigidity and strength while meeting strict weight targets.<br /><br />Energy from the front upper members is distributed through a large gusset to the A-pillar and rocker sections.<br /><br />The front structure also includes a radiator-support lower attachment reinforcement, as well as an oversized torque box and oversized gusset at the base of the A-pillar.<br /><br />Toyota 86 'sees red'<br /><br />The new Toyota 86 GTS has engine-revolution indicators in the tachometer to make sporty driving more enjoyable.<br /><br />One red light doubles as a pre-set rev limit indicator and the red zone warning for engine over-rev.<br /><br />The driver can set the rev indicator to illuminate when the engine speed reaches a certain rpm, which can be anywhere in the revolution range between 2,000 and 7,400rpm.<br /><br />A buzzer will sound to inform the driver.<br /><br />The red-zone indictor is located in the centre of the tacho face.<br /><br />In addition to any pre-set limit the driver inputs, it will flash red when the engine revs exceed 7,400rpm.<br /><br />Toyota 86 comes with premium audio systems<br /><br />Toyota's all-new 86 sports car is available with two audio systems, depending on the grade.<br /><br />The head unit on high grade Toyota 86 GTS has a black fascia with deep orange illumination for high visibility and a dynamic, sporty appearance.<br /><br />The Toyota 86 GTS also has a 6.1-inch touch-screen display with satellite navigation including 3D map display and SUNATM GPS traffic updates.<br /><br />This system keeps the navigation system updated with current road conditions and suggests an alternative to the planned route in the event of accidents or heavy traffic.<br /><br />A safety camera warning also features on the GTS model's satellite navigation system.<br /><br />The 86 GT head unit has a black fascia with amber illumination, and a three-line dot matrix display.<br /><br />Both systems have a single CD player and six speakers for premium sound output.<br /><br />The speaker layout includes two 25mm tweeters on the instrument panel, a 160mm speaker in each of the front doors and two 65mm rear quarter speakers.<br /><br />Both audio systems come with a USB input for connecting an iPod®.<br /><br />GTS features an external USB/Auxiliary jack while GT has USB/Auxiliary input on the head unit fascia.<br /><br />Both systems have a range of BluetoothTM services, including audio streaming, hands-free phone and phonebook access profile.<br /><br />The GTS unit additionally offers BluetoothTM message access profile capability.<br /><br />Each system has voice recognition for audio and phone and FM radio text display.<br /><br />GTS has the added features of SMS and e-mail with text-to-speech and an SD card slot for viewing photos.<br /><br />Toyota 86 seats are light and comfortable<br /><br />The new Toyota 86 has a lightweight front-seat design, with the driver's hip point just 400mm above the road.<br /><br />Special attention was paid to minimising seat weight and seat-back thickness, while optimising comfort and whiplash-injury protection.<br /><br />The seat cushion and side bolsters were designed to support the driver and front passenger against longitudinal and lateral G-forces.<br /><br />The driver's seat cushion was designed to provide ample thigh support, while the front end of the seat is rounded to enhance pedal operability.<br /><br />Key Toyota 86 front-seat design features include:<br />a shape that supports the occupant with its surfaces, so the vehicle's behaviour can be felt through the lower torso<br />a shape that supports occupants without pressing uncomfortably against their bodies, preventing a cramped feeling<br />a sense of the driver being together with the vehicle when the steering wheel is turned and preventing the driver's vision from being affected, even if the vehicle shakes<br />ample support around the driver's left elbow, without compromising gear-shift operation, and<br />sculpted seat-backs to minimise weight.<br /><br />Toyota designed 86's sports seats for optimum safety in the event of a rear-end collision.<br /><br />The seat frame suppresses rearward pressure from the occupant's body, simultaneously restraining the head and chest to help lessen whiplash injuries.<br /><br />The front passenger's seat has a walk-in mechanism to allow for rear-seat access.<br /><br />It can be activated by either the seat recline lever or a strap on the rear of the seat.<br /><br />A seatbelt guide on the seat shoulder makes for easier access to the seatbelt.<br /><br />Toyota 86 has a versatile single-piece folding back seat providing 2+2 seating or space for leisure equipment.<br /><br />The seat can accommodate two occupants up to 170cm tall.<br /><br />Alternatively, it can be folded flat - creating space to carry four standard wheels for a track day, or two golf bags.<br /><br />The rear seat-back is single piece, to minimise weight.<br /><br />There are lock release knobs on top of the seat-back.<br /><br />Toyota 86's luggage area has a cargo height of 391mm.<br /><br />The 86 is fitted with two ISO-Fix child seat mounting points and two child-restraint anchorages.<br /><br />Frameless rear-view mirror a world first<br /><br />Toyota developed a world-first frameless rear-view car mirror to enhance the sporty character of the 86 while ensuring good vision for the driver.<br /><br />The chic and stylish solution overcomes the sports-car challenge of having a small mirror to ensure maximum visibility through the windscreen without compromising rear vision.<br /><br />The 86 development team, led by chief engineer Tetsuya Tada, tried to overcome this challenge by examining as many mirrors as possible.<br /><br />He said all the mirrors they reviewed were wrapped in a black resin frame, mainly to comply with safety regulations that specify the edges must be rounded.<br /><br />"Using a curved mirror would result in a distorted image, so we wondered if the regulations could be met simply by rounding the outer edges of the mirror itself," Mr Tada said.<br /><br />"We were told this was impossible and that, as standard mirrors are very inexpensive, it did not make sense to develop something new.<br /><br />"These comments only increased my motivation to develop an exclusive, world-first mirror."<br /><br />Toyota 86 cabin uses ultra-high strength steel<br /><br />The new Toyota 86 uses a combination of high-tensile steels and state-of-the-art body construction techniques to ensure cabin integrity.<br /><br />The 86 cabin side and roof section is designed to maximise protection in the event of a side impact and meet the strict requirements of the roof-crush test.<br /><br />The 86 cabin structure achieves both targets while helping to create a low centre of gravity and meeting strict weight targets.<br /><br />The cabin structure includes reinforced roof side rails and a reinforced B-pillar, as well as a roof centre brace manufactured from 1500MPa hot-press steel (the highest tensile strength steel in the entire vehicle).<br /><br />The roof header and roof side rail outer are made from 980MPa steel, while the B-pillar outer is made from a combination of 980 and 590MPa high-tensile steel.<br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-41310801084942888852012-07-26T02:04:00.003-07:002012-07-26T02:07:45.872-07:002013 Toyota Prius Plus<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTUm2g8_mUv-2DyvDHr3IXp166bAvmfhx2FdJM8sEojCtoNxapot06XmmDupjdpVlwBpdhwofF3Y4L2MGjvWR9r5yFPV7rbj252_jpHkOTEpSP2h9VEILOiYZsMth_a0T6_RPBt6YcZ8NJ/s1600/Toyota-Prius_Plus_2013_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTUm2g8_mUv-2DyvDHr3IXp166bAvmfhx2FdJM8sEojCtoNxapot06XmmDupjdpVlwBpdhwofF3Y4L2MGjvWR9r5yFPV7rbj252_jpHkOTEpSP2h9VEILOiYZsMth_a0T6_RPBt6YcZ8NJ/s400/Toyota-Prius_Plus_2013_002.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5769402234405310818" /></a><br /><a 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alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5769401888210940994" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-y10Bg6dNeA4/UBEIeXvkWnI/AAAAAAACbbo/Efv9mSzrHoM/s1600/Toyota-Prius_Plus_2013_005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-y10Bg6dNeA4/UBEIeXvkWnI/AAAAAAACbbo/Efv9mSzrHoM/s400/Toyota-Prius_Plus_2013_005.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5769401915500943986" /></a><br /><div align="justify"> The Toyota Prius+ is a new vehicle, designed from the ground up. Its advanced, cutting-edge exterior design hallmarks it as an evolution of the original Prius.<br /><br />Though still compactly sized to optimise its aerodynamic performance, the Prius+ provides, as its name suggests, a significant increase in space and passenger accommodation. It is 135 mm longer than a standard Prius, 30 mm wider, and 85 mm higher, with a wheelbase extended by 80 mm, making it possible to accommodate 7 people in three rows.<br /><br />Instantly recognisable as the latest member of the Prius family through its characteristic, triangle silhouette, the new Prius+ combines Toyota's Under Priority frontal design language with painstaking airflow management to give the new 7-seat full hybrid uniquely clean, advanced and cutting-edge styling.<br /><br />To gain the full benefit of its lightweight, high tensile steel and aluminium construction and its uniquely quiet Hybrid Synergy Drive® powertrain, the Toyota Prius+ exterior design focuses on maximising aerodynamic efficiency to improve fuel economy, handling stability and quietness.<br /><br />The front of the new Prius+ features the latest representation of Toyota's trapezoidal, Under Priority design. Featuring chrome-plated horizontal trim, the upper grille opening has been kept as small as possible to maintain a smooth airflow over the upper body. In contrast, the lower grille has been enlarged to increase engine cooling efficiency. <br />2013 Toyota Prius Plus<br /><br /><br />The tops of the sharp-edged, halogen headlamp clusters feature an adaptation of the curved line detail first seen on the current generation Prius, reinforcing the new full hybrid's position within the Prius family line-up.<br /><br />Housing LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs), the flat, vertical surfaces of the bumper extremities not only reinforce the car's broad stance and driving stability, but also create 'aero-corners' which correct the airflow as it passes over the front wheels to minimise turbulence within the wheelarches.<br /><br />In profile, the iconic, Prius family triangle silhouette is instantly recognisable. The Toyota Prius+ evolves this design DNA with a strong spindle shape created by the long, seamless flow of the bonnet, A-pillar and roofline, the clean sweep of full-length side glazing emphasised by blacked-out B- and C-pillars, and a rising crease in the lower bodywork which flows smoothly into the rear bumper.<br /><br />Distinctive rear styling is highlighted by a practical, top hinged tailgate flanked by large combination lamp clusters with Synergy Blue ornamentation, which flow round the corners of the bodywork to enhance visibility. The rear combination lamps are spaced as widely as possible, not only maximising tailgate opening width but also reinforcing the vehicle's broad, stable rear stance.<br /><br />The smooth convergence of airflow from the roof and sides of the bodywork is important to the aerodynamic efficiency of the new Prius+. The body itself tapers in plan form, and the flow of air away from the vehicle is smoothed by a roof spoiler optimised for length and angle, an 'air kick' shape built into the rear combination lamp clusters, and aero corners to the rear bumper.<br /><br />In addition, front and rear spats fitted at the front of each wheel arch suppress airflow changes around the tyres, improving straight-line stability and steering performance.<br /><br />In combination, these comprehensive aerodynamic measures award the new Prius+ a class leading drag coefficient of just Cd 0.28.<br /><br />The presence of Hybrid Synergy Drive® is denoted by hybrid blue lamp ornamentation and Toyota badging, and the front wing 'Hybrid' badge. The new Prius+ is available in a range of seven exterior colours, including Toyota's unique White Pearl finish.<br /><br />The 16" alloy wheels with aerodynamic wheel caps and the 17" aluminium alloys both feature tyres with a 5% lower rolling-resistance than those fitted to the standard Prius.<br /><br />All-new Interior Design<br /><br />The dynamic architecture of an all new interior design features a horizontal dashboard which encompasses the centre console, centre cluster and instrumentation in one flowing form. Combined with concave door trim and a well-defined centre space between console and cluster for connecting driver and front passenger, this creates an unprecedented sense of spaciousness.<br /><br />The console flows into a dashboard-top mounted centrally position instrument binnacle, allowing for excellent visibility. Within the binnacle, the Hybrid System Indicator, speedometer and gear shift indicator are positioned close to the steering wheel, minimising driver eye movement from the road.<br /><br />Instrumentation and switchgear within the centre console and centre cluster is clearly divided between driving operation controls and all other functions. All driving related switchgear is positioned adjacent to the steering wheel, and mounted within a metal-like surface finish.<br /><br />The Toyota Touch multi information screen -incorporating audio, navigation and vehicle information systems- and the air conditioning controls are mounted within a high quality black background finish. The air conditioning system features a new, single dial controller, which allows for the adjustment of temperature, mode and fan speed through the simple, intuitive action of a single knob.<br /><br />The new Toyota Prius+ interior is hallmarked throughout by contrasting finishes and soft touch materials, combining an advanced look and feel with operational practicality. A choice of two interior colour schemes -Aqua and Grey- may be combined with two grades of fabric upholstery, or 'Toyota E-Tex' - a highly durable synthetic material which has the texture of leather yet is 30% lighter and may be readily wiped clean.<br /><br />Spacious, Three Tier, 7-Seat Packaging<br /><br />At 2,780 mm, the new Prius+'s wheelbase is 80 mm longer than that of a standard Prius. The vehicle rear overhang is also 50 mm longer, ensuring that both passenger accommodation and loadspace are significantly more spacious that those of the standard Prius.<br /><br />The new Toyota full hybrid's seven-seat format features three, independent, sliding/split/folding second row seats and a 50:50 split/folding third tier. The adoption of third row seating has been made possible by the installation of a highly compact, space-saving lithium-ion battery pack within the vehicle centre console between the front seats.<br /><br />The couple distance between front and second row seats is 965 mm, 35 mm longer than Prius. And the couple distance between first and third row seats is a class-leading 1,635 mm. Both second and third tier knee room has been further improved by 25 mm through the use of a thin, curved front and second row seatback design.<br /><br />Clear forward visibility for all occupants has been realized by raising the seating height of each row by 45 mm over that in front, while maintaining ample head clearance in every row.<br /><br />Featuring a 25 mm increase in headroom, 27 mm more shoulder room and 18 mm more hip room than those of the standard Prius, the front seats incorporate 260 mm slide adjustment, 60 mm height adjustment, and are fully reclineable. A next generation frame design offers improved fit, feel and lateral hold. The driver's seat features power-adjustable lumbar support, and both front seats may be equipped with heaters.<br /><br />With easy-to-use release levers mounted on the shoulders of all five rear seats, the new Prius+ offers genuine MPV levels of seating flexibility, combined with generous loadspace.<br /><br />Offering occupants 75 mm greater headroom and 59 mm more shoulder room than Prius, the second tier features three seats which may be independently slid, folded and reclined. The outer seats have a sliding range of 180 mm, the centre seat 165 mm, allowing for a staggered seating plan to further increase adult shoulder room. All three seats may be folded fully flat to maximise the Toyota Prius+'s loadspace capacity and, for additional comfort, reclined by up to 35 degrees.<br /><br />Folding independently to lie flat and level with the loadspace floor, the third row seats may also be reclined by up to 33 degrees.<br /><br />The Toyota Prius+ provides 232 litres of cargo space, even with seven passengers on board. With the third seating row stowed, this figure rises to 784 litres, and with all second and third row seats folded flat, increases to a maximum 1,750 litres. A 1,105 mm wide and 730 mm high tailgate opening, 95 mm wider and 85 mm higher than that of the standard Prius, facilitates easy loading and unloading.<br /><br />Storage flexibility is enhanced through a large 345 mm deep, 60 litre storage tray beneath the luggage deck. Shopping bags can easily be stored under the cargo deck and a suit case or baby stroller can be stored vertically by flipping up the deck board.<br /><br />Fundamental to any multi-purpose family vehicle, the Prius+ is also comprehensively equipped with a variety of storage compartments catering for every seating tier.<br /><br />The instrument panel incorporates an 8.5 litre glove box, a 4.5 litre passenger upper box and an accessory space on the driver's seat side. A side-opening 2 litre centre console box can accommodate up to 8 CDs, and may be operated from both front and second row seats. A mobile phone or USB-connected iPod can be stored in a dedicated centre console tray.<br /><br />An A4 sized document or plastic bottle can be stored in both front and rear door pockets. And a map lamp-integrated accessory box and front seatback pockets are also available. A total of five cupholders are divided between all three seating tiers.<br /><br />Optimised Full Hybrid Powertrain Featuring a new Lithium-ion Battery<br /><br />The Toyota Prius+'s full hybrid system features a 1.8 litre VVT-i petrol engine, a powerful electric motor, a generator, a high performance lithium-ion battery, a power control unit, and a power split device.<br /><br />The HSD system uses power from both the petrol engine and electric motor in tandem, as well as alone, maximising the efficiencies of both units to achieve the optimum balance of driving performance and fuel efficiency.<br /><br />During deceleration and under braking, the electric motor acts as a high-output generator to effect regenerative braking. Normally wasted as heat, kinetic energy is recovered as electrical energy for storage in the high performance battery.<br /><br />The system's seamless, E-CVT electric continuously variable transmission is controlled by Shift-by-Wire technology, using an electronic shift lever system.<br /><br />As in the standard Prius, the Prius+ features three 'on-demand' drive modes to increase the capabilities of the full hybrid powertrain, including a full hybrid-unique, EV mode which allows for ultra-quiet running on electric motor power alone, resulting in zero fuel consumption and CO2, NOx and PM emissions.<br /><br />Compact, High Output Lithium-ion Battery<br /><br />The Toyota Prius+'s lithium-ion battery replaces nickel-metal hydride technology within a non-plug-in Toyota full hybrid for the first time. Located within the vehicle centre console between the front seats, the new battery is significantly lighter and more compact than that of the Prius.<br /><br />A new cell structure design equips the lithium-ion battery with just 56 cells arranged in a vertically double stacked structure. This occupies significantly less volume than a Prius battery and, at 34 kg, is 8 kg lighter.<br /><br />Despite these reductions in both size and weight, the Prius+ battery has the same rated voltage of 202 V, and has an identical maximum output.<br /><br />1.8 Litre Atkinson Cycle Engine with Improved Exhaust Heat Recirculation<br /><br />The lightweight, highly compact, 4-cylinder 1,798 cc Atkinson cycle petrol engine develops 98 DIN hp/73 kW at 5,200 rpm and 142 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. Combined with a cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation system, the adoption of the Atkinson cycle offers significant gains in fuel efficiency and the reduction of emissions.<br /><br />Because the intake valves close late in an Atkinson Cycle engine, compression is delayed. This creates a high expansion ratio for less compression, reducing intake and exhaust energy losses and converting combustion energy to engine power more effectively. As a result, the exhaust temperature is lower than that of conventional engines. Cooled Exhaust Gas Recirculation reintroduces cooled exhaust gas into the intake system, further reducing engine operating temperatures.<br /><br />Together, these technologies minimise situations when the cooling effect of 'fuel enrichment' is necessary to protect the catalytic converter from overheating damage, thereby improving fuel economy and lowering emissions.<br /><br />Improving cold weather fuel economy and cabin comfort, an engine heat management system combines an improved Exhaust Heat Recirculation system with an electric water pump. To reduce mechanical losses, an electric system replaces the conventional water pump drive belt. As a result the coolant flow rate can be controlled with greater precision, contributing to greater fuel efficiency.<br /><br />Via a valve built into the exhaust assembly, the revised Exhaust Heat Recirculation system redirects exhaust gases to heat up the engine coolant at start up.<br /><br />The new system is 33% lighter and 27% more efficient than that of the standard Prius engine. Specifically, a greater amount of heat can now pass from the exhaust to the coolant in the heat exchange system. This significantly reduces engine warm up times, particularly in cold weather. It allows a more rapid delivery of effective cabin heating, and improves hybrid system efficiency and fuel economy.<br /><br />E-CVT Hybrid Transaxle<br /><br />Housing the electric motor, generator, power split device and double-motor reduction mechanism in one lightweight, highly compact transmission casing directly comparable in size to that of a conventional gearbox, the transaxle lies at the heart of the Hybrid Synergy Drive® system.<br /><br />The transaxle features a multi-function gear train integrating four types of gears including a double-motor reduction mechanism, making it lightweight and highly compact.<br /><br />Compensating for the Prius+'s weight increase over the Prius, the final drive gear ratio has been lowered from 3.498 to 3.704, maintaining similar acceleration performance to that of the standard Prius.<br /><br />60 kW Electric Motor/Generator<br /><br />The high performance, permanent magnet, synchronous 60 kW electric motor/generator works in tandem with the petrol engine to boost acceleration and power the driven wheels alone when the Toyota Prius+ is operating in EV mode.<br /><br />In order to maintain optimum efficiency despite a vehicle weight increase over Prius, the motor cooling system has been changed from air to liquid.<br /><br />The motor generates instant power from 0 rpm and a maximum 207 Nm of torque. A maximum drive voltage of 650 V DC allows for a lower operating current and, hence, a reduction in heat, improving HSD system efficiency.<br /><br />Power Control Unit<br /><br />Similar in size to a 12 volt battery, the Hybrid Synergy Drive® power control unit consists of a voltage boost converter, an inverter and a DC/DC converter.<br /><br />Controlled by the motor control ECU from the Power Management ECU, the Power Control Unit boosts the DC voltage level from the hybrid battery and converts it to AC electricity to drive the electric motor.<br /><br />A conventional, non-hybrid vehicle is equipped with an alternator to charge the auxiliary battery. However, because an alternator cannot operate during engine cut-off driving mode, a full hybrid vehicle requires an alternative system. Hybrid Synergy Drive® incorporates a DC/DC converter to reduce the high voltage of the 202V system battery pack to 14V, supplying power to the accessory systems and charging the auxiliary battery.<br /><br />Performance<br /><br />The Prius+'s Hybrid Synergy Drive® powertrain combines the 99 DIN hp/73 kW output of the 1.8 litre petrol engine with the 60 kW output of the electric motor for a maximum system power output of 136 DIN hp. The Prius+ will accelerate seamlessly from 0-100 km/h in 11.3 seconds and has a top speed of 165 km/h.<br /><br />Its environmental performance enhanced by the Toyota Prius+'s class-leading aerodynamic performance and low weight, the full hybrid drive system returns both class-leading fuel economy and CO2 emissions of 4.1 l/100 km and 96 g/km respectively.<br /><br />Hybrid Synergy Drive® in Operation<br /><br />Over the course of any journey, Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive® system operates in several different modes to maximise the Prius+'s overall efficiency.<br /><br />At rest, the engine stops automatically to conserve fuel. Under operating conditions of low engine efficiency such as start up and low to mid-range speeds, the vehicle automatically runs in EV mode, on the electric motor alone, thus eradicating CO2 and NOx emissions.<br /><br />Under normal driving conditions, power allocation is constantly adjusted between engine and electric motor to combine optimum performance with maximum fuel efficiency.<br /><br />Via an Electronically Controlled Brake system (ECB), the electric motor acts as high-output generator during deceleration and under braking to effect regenerative braking, optimising energy management in the Hybrid Synergy Drive® system by recovering kinetic energy (normally wasted as heat under braking and deceleration) as electrical energy for storage in the high performance battery.<br /><br />Battery power level is constantly managed via an engine driven generator to obviate any requirement to recharge the system from an external source.<br /><br />Three 'On-Demand' Driving Modes - A Unique Eco Driving Experience<br /><br />Supplementing the NORMAL drive mode of the new Prius+'s seamless, E-CVT electric continuously variable transmission, three alternative, 'on-demand' drive modes -EV, ECO and POWER- may be selected to further increase driving efficiency, performance and fuel economy.<br /><br />These drive modes also incorporate comprehensive Eco driving support for those who wish to adopt more environmentally-friendly driving techniques.<br /><br />From start with the NORMAL drive mode selected, the new Toyota Prius+ automatically operates in EV mode, driving under electric motor power alone to give instant power and an extraordinarily smooth, quiet ride with minimal NVH. This driving experience is unique to full hybrid technology and is not available to drivers of mild hybrid vehicles.<br /><br />In NORMAL mode, the full hybrid system can operate on electric motor power alone at vehicle speeds up to 70 km/h, the petrol engine smoothly starting in higher speed ranges when its output is required.<br /><br />The driver may also select EV mode manually. Though the petrol engine will still start if the system judges that its output is necessary, this switchable EV mode allows for significantly greater throttle inputs without engine start up. Hence, with vehicle range dictated by battery charge, the EV drive mode allows for urban driving with minimal noise and zero CO2, NOx and PM emissions as often as possible.<br /><br />Its full hybrid powertrain helps Prius+ deliver significant levels of zero-emissions operation. The powertrain is optimised to operate in the most efficient mode, eliminating the need for the petrol engine as often as possible.<br /><br />Toyota's own evaluations illustrate this potential. Data from several urban and extra urban trips show that the cumulative effect of the full hybrid powertrain leads to high proportions of zero-emissions operation, averaging up to 61% of journey time and 50% of total distance travelled.<br /><br />Because the use of only light to medium throttle inputs keeps the petrol engine switched off throughout its operation, the EV drive mode contributes to a significant reduction in the new Prius+'s overall fuel consumption.<br /><br />In ECO mode, throttle response to aggressive accelerator pedal inputs is reduced and air-conditioning control optimised for improved fuel economy. Depending on driving conditions, the ECO mode can help drivers achieve around a 10% reduction in fuel consumption.<br /><br />A POWER mode also modifies the response of the Toyota Prius+ to throttle inputs, here boosting power to improve acceleration and enhance driving pleasure. The POWER mode provides a 25% higher throttle response to accelerator pedal input.<br /><br />Complimenting these three on-demand drive modes, an Eco Drive Monitor helps drivers maximise the fuel efficiency of Toyota's full hybrid powertrain. Via the Toyota Touch multi-information screen, drivers may monitor the flow of energy within the Hybrid Synergy Drive® system for each driving mode. This helps them develop relaxed, fuel efficient driving techniques and maximise system efficiency.<br /><br />A Flat Ride Combined with Smooth Handling<br /><br />The Prius+'s bodyshell combines the high torsional rigidity fundamental to greater ride comfort with the light weight essential to maximising the efficiency of its Hybrid Synergy Drive® Powertrain.<br /><br />The use of high tensile steel in components such as the B-pillar and rocker reinforcement, and the use of hot press materials in the roof reinforcement and front door impact beams offers significant weight savings. The use of an aluminium bonnet and front bumper reinforcement brings further weight reductions.<br /><br />Particular attention has been paid to torsional rigidity, with reinforcement and bracing optimally positioned throughout the bodyshell.<br /><br />Improving frontal body rigidity, the front suspension spring supports are coupled with a straight shaped cowl front. Lateral rigidity is improved by the adoption of a cross section which couples the left and right inner wheel housings. To the rear, the cross section member surrounding the back door opening incorporates circular reinforcement to optimise rigidity.<br /><br />Driving stability is enhanced by the reinforcement of the front suspension tower through the coupling, with a brace, of the front spring support, cowl and front pillar.<br /><br />In combination, these measures have increased torsional rigidity of the Prius+ bodyshell by 15% over that of a standard Prius. This enhanced body rigidity allows for the adoption of a softer spring setting to improve ride quality with no detriment to handling stability.<br /><br />Revised Suspension<br /><br />The Prius+ features the MacPherson strut front and torsion beam rear suspension systems of the standard Prius. However, both front and rear systems have been revised to combine greater agility with increased ride comfort.<br /><br />To the front, a high caster angle of 6.5 degrees and an optimised stabiliser layout offer excellent stability and steering feel. The shock absorber features a specially designed piston valve with expanding oil paths. This allows for reduced damping force at high piston velocities, thereby reducing impact shock to maintain excellent handling.<br /><br />The characteristics of the multipass upper support structure have also been optimised for the Toyota Prius+. The structure separates coil spring and shock absorber inputs into two pathways, allowing the spring input to be transmitted to the body without going through the upper support. This allows the rubber section to be designed specifically to manage shock absorber input, making it more efficient, and contributing to an ideal balance of handling and ride comfort.<br /><br />In the case of the Prius+, a reduction of dynamic spring rate in the radial direction of the upper support has reduced road noise, while a 25% increase in the vertical damping coefficient helps realise an even more supple ride for greater comfort.<br /><br />To the rear, the torsion beam suspension also benefits from an expanding oil path shock absorber. Shock absorber and coil spring mounting location shave been separated to widen the loadspace, and the shock absorber upper mounting has been set 42 mm lower than that of the Prius to further maximise luggage volume. Angled carrier bushings allow for neutral handling, with an understeer tendency to help enhance steering precision.<br /><br />Improved Electric Power Steering (EPS)<br /><br />The Prius+ shares the speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS) of the standard Prius, but it has been tailored to the specific handling characteristics of Toyota's new 7-seat full hybrid.<br /><br />The system incorporates a high rigidity intermediate shaft design, and the steering gearbox is attached directly to the front suspension member for optimum system rigidity and steering response.<br /><br />Specific to Prius+, a new control logic and a revised steering gear ratio of 18.1 further enhances the smooth, natural feel of the EPS system.<br /><br />New Pitch and Bounce Control<br /><br />The Prius+ introduces the world's first application of a new Pitch and Bounce Control system in a hybrid model. By automatically adjusting electric motor torque in direct response to road surface conditions, the system is able to reduce the pitching motion of the body, improving both ride and handling.<br /><br />The system uses wheel speed sensor information to establish when the nose of the vehicle is either lifted or lowered. When the nose is lifted, the HSD system's ECU momentarily reduces motor torque to compensate. When the vehicle nose dips, the system adds torque to compensate in a similar manner.<br /><br />Though system adjustment of electric motor torque is measured in extremely small quantities, it has a noticeable effect on ride and handling. Ride comfort is improved through the perception of a flatter ride due to reduced body movement. And steering feel around the centre line is improved through better ground holding of the tyres.<br /><br />Enhanced NVH for Uniquely Quiet Driving<br /><br />Reinforcing the extensive Noise Vibration and Harshness (NVH) suppression measures inherent in the Toyota Prius+'s aerodynamic styling and ultra-quiet Hybrid Synergy Drive® system, particular attention has been paid to noise and vibration reduction.<br /><br />As with the standard Prius, road and engine noise have been rigorously suppressed through the comprehensive use of high-performance sound proofing materials throughout the engine and passenger compartments. Full thickness glazing and an acoustic windscreen design further reduce wind noise for improved quietness at cruising speeds.<br /><br />The dashboard inner silencer has been redesigned to improve acoustic separation from the engine bay, and layers of thinsulate up to 23 mm thick have been applied to the back of the instrument panel and the undercovers.<br /><br />In addition, reducing the spring rate of the upper front suspension mount rubber bushings and adopting newly developed tyres has reduced the amount of road noise, making the cabin even quieter.<br /><br />As a result, the new Toyota full hybrid sets the highest standards in Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) reduction, sound absorption and vibration damping. This ensures customers enjoy a cabin environment of unequalled calm and quietness at all vehicle speeds.<br /><br />High Technology Equipment<br /><br />As with every vehicle in the new Prius family, the Prius+ is a front-runner in the field of cutting-edge technological innovation.<br /><br />Its comprehensive standard equipment specification includes highly fuel-efficient air conditioning, a Head-up Display system linked to steering-wheel mounted Touch Tracer control switches, a smart entry system, Hill Start Assist and Toyota Touch -the world's most affordable touch screen multimedia interface.<br /><br />Just as in the Prius, customers are offered a range of advanced convenience and safety features to choose from. Options include a panoramic resin sunroof, LED headlamps, a Pre-Crash Safety system incorporating Adaptive Cruise Control, Intelligent Park Assist, Toyota Touch & Go Plus and Toyota Touch Pro navigation systems, and a JBL Matrix Premium Sound System featuring GreenEdge technology.<br /><br />Highly Efficient, Single Dial Air Conditioning System<br /><br />As in the Prius, the main air conditioning system components have been made as compact, lightweight and efficient as possible to minimise energy consumption and enhance fuel efficiency.<br /><br />The system uses an electric inverter compressor, allowing the air conditioning to be activated without depending on the engine. A control system coupled with the Prius+'s Eco driving mode reduces the impact of air conditioner activation on fuel consumption.<br /><br />The air conditioning system features a new, single dial controller, which allows for the adjustment of temperature, mode and fan speed through the simple intuitive action of a single knob.<br /><br />Head-up Display with Touch Tracer Control<br /><br />Fitted a standard to all Prius+ models, a head-up display projects key vehicle information on to the base of the windscreen, where the driver can read it without taking his or her eyes off the road ahead. The data presented include a Touch Tracer display, vehicle speed, turn-by-turn navigation instructions and adaptive cruise control system safety warnings.<br /><br />The Touch Tracer switches are touch-sensitive controls mounted on the steering wheel that let the driver operate a number of on-board features without having to look down or take his hands off the wheel. The switches can be used to select and control the audio system, air conditioning, trip meter and Drive Monitor.<br /><br />A first in the Toyota Prius+, a touch of the switch illuminates a control function map on the head-up display. A highlight moves in line with the driver's fingertip to the desired function, which can then be selected by pressing the switch. When, for instance, the driver has changed the air conditioning temperature setting, an answerback facility temporarily displays the new setting.<br /><br />Panoramic Resin Sunroof<br /><br />The Prius+ may be fitted with one of the world's largest panoramic sunroofs, which has an opening size about two and half times that of the standard Prius. The two-part sunroof is the first to be fabricated by Toyota in resin, and incorporates a hard surface coating to prevent deterioration by scratching or ultraviolet light.<br /><br />The use of resin - combined with the elimination of a base structure and the adhesion of the resin panel directly to the body work itself - has reduced the weight of the sunroof by some 40% compared to that of a standard glass alternative. This not only improves fuel efficiency, but also, by helping to significantly lower the Prius+'s centre of gravity, enhances the vehicle's dynamic abilities.<br /><br />Because resin is a more highly efficient thermal insulator than glass, the new panoramic sunroof offers an 84% improvement in heat insulation across its surface over a comparable glass roof. Further improving thermal efficiency, a door lock-linked automatic shade closing function helps prevent the build-up of cabin temperature during parking in hot weather.<br /><br />Toyota Touch<br /><br />Fitted as standard in the Prius+, Toyota Touch is a 6.1 inch, full colour, touch-screen interface which represents a new approach to affordable, on-board multimedia systems.<br /><br />It incorporates AM/FM radio with enhanced FM reception through the first use of two tuners, a CD/MP3 player, Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity with a music streaming facility, and a USB port for the connection of portable music players, with the facility to display iPod album cover art. Both the hybrid drive system Energy Monitor and fuel consumption information can be displayed, and in addition, a rear view camera is fitted as standard .<br /><br />Toyota Touch & Go Plus<br /><br />Building on the Toyota Touch multimedia base unit, Toyota Touch & Go Plus equips the new Prius+ with an optional navigation system which includes all the most popular navigation functions, such as advanced traffic coverage, customisable speed limits, speed camera warnings, 3D city models and landmarks.<br /><br />Using a compatible mobile phone, via Bluetooth, the system offers on-board connectivity to Google Local Search -the largest and most up-to-date search database in the world. Via Google Maps, destinations may be input remotely from home or office, and Points of Interest may be downloaded for entry as destinations.<br /><br />Equipped with voice recognition, which includes a 'text-to-speech' message readout facility, Toyota Touch & Go Plus expands the functionality of the navigation and audio systems. It allows the driver to input a full destination, make a phone call, or to pick a specific song from a connected iPod with a single voice command.<br /><br />The system will also display SMS text messages, emails and calendars depending on Bluetooth mobile phone compatibility.<br /><br />Toyota Touch & Go Plus has been designed specifically to be both flexible and affordable. The system can be up-dated with the newest functions, as they become available. Available from launch, a Touch & Go Plus Apps function will provide fuel price, weather and parking space information. Thereafter, new App options will be rolled out, accessible via a web portal.<br /><br />Toyota Touch Pro<br /><br />The premium quality Toyota Touch Pro features a high-resolution 7.0 inch touch-screen interface with a 'home' screen, at-a-glance function displaying the most relevant air-conditioning, audio and navigation information.<br /><br />It offers a comprehensive range of advanced features including voice recognition, automatic map zoom at intersections, 3D city model and landmark graphics, an on-line Points Of Interest search facility and a supplementary driver's navigational guidance head-up display.<br /><br />The system also provides access to SMS messages and emails, and includes a 'text-to-speech' message readout facility. An HSD system Energy Monitor, fuel consumption information and a rear camera with dynamic guidance lines to help manoeuvring in confined spaces are fitted as standard.<br /><br />Toyota Touch Pro also incorporates DAB/DAB+/DMB digital radio as standard, making it compatible with a new advanced Transport Protocol Export Group (TPEG) traffic information service. Based on a digital communication channel, TPEG represents a significant improvement over existing, RDS-TMC analogue systems because it can carry far more information.<br /><br />Not only will its pin-point accuracy enable better navigation routing, but it will also supplement a basic traffic event and flow service with information on parking availability and fuel prices, adding additional information including speed limits and weather thereafter.<br /><br />JBL GreenEdge Premium Sound System<br /><br />The Toyota Prius+ introduces another Toyota first; a new, 8-speaker JBL Premium Sound System which features GreenEdge technology. GreenEdge technologies are engineered holistically to ensure that the speakers, amplifier, equalization and even component placement work together as a cohesive and efficient system, combining low electricity consumption with high sound quality.<br /><br />At the heart of the system is a JBL GreenEdge amplifier, which is 66% smaller and lighter than comparable units. Because the amplifier's Tracking Power Technology measures audio input in real time, only the necessary electricity is provided to the amplification circuit. This greatly reduces heat loss, and effects a 50% reduction in current drawn from the vehicle's alternator.<br /><br />High-efficiency JBL GreenEdge speakers generate twice the sound output levels of conventional speakers for the same power consumption. They feature custom designed acoustic lenses to spread a more powerful sound across an even wider frequency range.<br /><br />Advanced Pre-Crash Safety System with Adaptive Cruise Control<br /><br />An Advanced Pre-Crash Safety (PCS) system employs a millimetre wave radar sensor to scan the road ahead, recognising potentially dangerous objects and assisting the driver in reducing the chances of a collision.<br /><br />If there is a high possibility of a collision, PCS will alert the driver and, when he begins to brake, provide braking assistance to supplement his own braking effort, simultaneously activating the seatbelt pre-tensioners. If the driver does not brake and a collision is inevitable, the system will automatically apply the brakes to reduce impact speed.<br /><br />Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) works in tandem with the PCS system. ACC will automatically maintain a selected distance from the vehicle in front. Once the road ahead is clear, the Prius+ automatically returns to its original cruising speed.<br /><br />Intelligent Park Assist<br /><br />The new Toyota Prius+ may be equipped with an improved version of Intelligent Park Assist fitted to the standard Prius; an Easy Set function making it easier and significantly quicker to use.<br /><br />The system uses a rear camera and ultrasonic sensors on the front side-bumper to identify viable reverse and parallel parking spaces. It will then automatically apply the correct sequence of steering angles for the parking manoeuvre into the target space; all the driver needs do is control the vehicle's speed.<br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-46324450193350874652012-07-07T08:21:00.003-07:002012-07-07T08:23:50.647-07:002013 Toyota RAV4 EV<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_PAsZxf_2fE/T_hUc7Y_88I/AAAAAAACZ6A/1ah-RkFrfs8/s1600/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_PAsZxf_2fE/T_hUc7Y_88I/AAAAAAACZ6A/1ah-RkFrfs8/s400/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_002.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5762448579176166338" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AJZDlVhWS_4/T_hUcvik8RI/AAAAAAACZ50/UeTpT5bhk5k/s1600/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_003.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AJZDlVhWS_4/T_hUcvik8RI/AAAAAAACZ50/UeTpT5bhk5k/s400/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_003.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5762448575995113746" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gIJ3H1mbfos/T_hUcanH_0I/AAAAAAACZ5o/shEcd6qadAI/s1600/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_004.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gIJ3H1mbfos/T_hUcanH_0I/AAAAAAACZ5o/shEcd6qadAI/s400/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_004.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5762448570377043778" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-eK93KTgOnUU/T_hUdP-E4zI/AAAAAAACZ6M/Fp8ZZjY6O10/s1600/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_001.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-eK93KTgOnUU/T_hUdP-E4zI/AAAAAAACZ6M/Fp8ZZjY6O10/s400/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_001.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5762448584700388146" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mek4v0XjL_8/T_hUPOMUFEI/AAAAAAACZ5Q/oRphLXr4o6I/s1600/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_006.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mek4v0XjL_8/T_hUPOMUFEI/AAAAAAACZ5Q/oRphLXr4o6I/s400/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_006.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5762448343705064514" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-YH8liS8UBe0/T_hUOySZ7_I/AAAAAAACZ5E/7K06oEf6clY/s1600/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_007.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-YH8liS8UBe0/T_hUOySZ7_I/AAAAAAACZ5E/7K06oEf6clY/s400/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_007.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5762448336214421490" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WrKv7rj35Fw/T_hUOZblTRI/AAAAAAACZ44/jue-ODkkd2w/s1600/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_008.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WrKv7rj35Fw/T_hUOZblTRI/AAAAAAACZ44/jue-ODkkd2w/s400/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_008.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5762448329542028562" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-slY1pL5sIF4/T_hUONZ2exI/AAAAAAACZ4s/6bgV0WINdP4/s1600/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_009.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-slY1pL5sIF4/T_hUONZ2exI/AAAAAAACZ4s/6bgV0WINdP4/s400/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_009.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5762448326313540370" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-AGlpDLHr9Eo/T_hUPQAnlbI/AAAAAAACZ5c/mZCCGDCJvE0/s1600/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-AGlpDLHr9Eo/T_hUPQAnlbI/AAAAAAACZ5c/mZCCGDCJvE0/s400/Toyota-RAV4_EV_2013_005.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5762448344192882098" /></a><br /><div align="justify"> Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. revealed the highly anticipated all-new Toyota RAV4 EV at the 26th annual Electric Vehicle Symposium in Los Angeles. This all-electric SUV has an expected driving range rating of approximately 100 miles and charging time of approximately six hours on a 240V/40A charger. The Toyota RAV4 EV's driving performance, dynamics and cargo capacity are equal to or exceed the gas powered RAV4 V6. Arriving fully-equipped with an MSRP of $49,800 the Toyota RAV4 EV doesn't compromise on performance, comfort or versatility.<br /><br />"It's all about blending the best of two worlds," said Bob Carter, group vice president and general manager of the Toyota division. "The all-new RAV4 EV marries the efficiency of an EV with the versatility of a small SUV - in fact, it is the only all-electric SUV on the market."<br /><br />The Toyota RAV4 EV is the product of a unique collaboration with Tesla Motors spurred by Akio Toyoda, president and CEO of Toyota Motor Corporation. Twenty-two months after the project announcement, Toyota and Tesla engineers have succeeded in bringing an outstanding product to market in record time.<br /><br />The Toyota RAV4 EV combines a Tesla designed and produced battery and electric powertrain with Toyota's most popular SUV model. The collaborative team set its sights on refining the customer experience. From advanced charging options to interior comfort to interactive displays, the vehicle has been designed for customer ease of use and maximum vehicle range. <br />2013 Toyota RAV4 EV<br /><br /><br />The front wheel drive Toyota RAV4 EV allows drivers to select from two distinctly different drive modes, Sport and Normal. In Sport mode, the vehicle reaches 0-60 mph in just 7.0 seconds and has a maximum speed of 100 mph. Normal mode achieves 0-60 mph in 8.6 seconds with a maximum speed of 85 mph. Maximum output from the electric powertrain is 154 HP (115kW) @ 2,800 rpm.<br /><br />Toyota RAV4 EV offers an exceptionally smooth, quiet ride and comfortable handling due in part to its low coefficient of drag and low center of gravity. In fact, at 0.30 Cd, RAV4 EV achieves the lowest coefficient of drag of any SUV in the world. Compared with the gas powered RAV4, Toyota re-styled the front bumper, upper and lower grill, side mirrors, rear spoiler, and under body design to maximize air flow around the vehicle. The RAV4 EV's battery pack is mounted low and to the center of the vehicle, contributing to a more sedan-like ride.<br /><br />On the exterior, Toyota RAV4 EV features upscale LED low beam projector headlights with halogen projector high beams. A manual leveling system allows customers to redirect the headlights when the vehicle changes significantly in pitch due to a heavy load. Five vertical LEDs make up the daytime running lights, which dim to parking lights. The rear combination lights are LEDs accented by a unique light smoke outer lens. Other exterior variations from the gasoline powered RAV4 include new exterior emblems on the front, rear and the front door panel utilizing the signature Toyota "environmental blue."<br /><br />The vehicle will be available later this year in three exterior colors: Blizzard White Pearl, Shoreline Blue Pearl and Classic Silver Metallic. The interior features a unique "Neutron" fabric, woven with a subtle sheen and blue accent, on the seat inserts and door trim.<br /><br />Inside, a six-way adjustable driver's seat includes variable front seat heaters, which extends heater coverage to the occupant's upper back. The split reclining rear seats with folding center arm rest fold flat for increased cargo space, with a total cargo capacity equivalent to the conventional RAV4 of 73 cu. ft. No interior space is lost in the vehicle due to EV components.<br /><br />The highlight of the interior is an eight-inch capacitive touch screen with a state of the art graphic display, featuring navigation, telematics, and EV drive information and settings designed specifically for the Toyota RAV4 EV. Entune™ is standard (with three year complimentary access to Entune™ services) along with SiriusXM Satellite Radio (with 3-month trial subscription to XM Select package), AM/FM radio, Bluetooth® streaming audio, and USB port with iPod® connectivity. The dash display color illuminates red when the vehicle is operating in sport mode and blue in normal driving mode.<br /><br />Toyota's approved electric vehicle supplier equipment provider is Leviton. Leviton offers multiple options for charging solutions. For the shortest charge time of approximately six hours, Leviton offers a custom 240V (Level 2), 40A, 9.6 kW output charging station. For more information visit Leviton.com/Toyota. The vehicle comes equipped with a 120V (Level 1) emergency charging cable for instances when the recommended 240V (Level 2) charging is not available.<br /><br />The Toyota RAV4 EV will go on sale in late summer 2012 through select dealers, initially in four major California metropolitan markets including Sacramento, San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles/Orange County and San Diego. Sales volume is planned for approximately 2,600 units over the next three years. The battery warranty is 8 years or 100,000 miles.<br /><br />"We believe that the RAV4 EV will attract sophisticated early technology adopters, much like the first-generation Prius," said Carter. "It's designed for consumers who prioritize the environment and appreciate performance. We look forward to seeing how the market responds."<br /><br />In July 2010, Toyota Motor Corporation and Tesla Motors jointly announced an agreement to develop an all-electric version of the RAV4, with the intent to bring the vehicle to market in 2012. Tesla contributed its EV technology expertise, daring spirit, quick decision making and flexibility. Toyota contributed design, engineering, manufacturing and production expertise. In an industry where development cycles are typically five years, Toyota and Tesla brought a dynamic product to market in less than half that time.<br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-21250197712029518122012-07-07T06:58:00.003-07:002012-07-07T07:01:40.733-07:002012 Toyota Aurion<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-adfjtEb6C2g/T_hBMfyBGuI/AAAAAAACZvQ/8mburJ3F6Oo/s1600/Toyota-Aurion_2012_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-adfjtEb6C2g/T_hBMfyBGuI/AAAAAAACZvQ/8mburJ3F6Oo/s400/Toyota-Aurion_2012_002.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5762427406166072034" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hCKEe_bxW2U/T_hBL_gbA2I/AAAAAAACZvE/NF7dpnyhnBY/s1600/Toyota-Aurion_2012_003.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" 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href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-z6mWXIi2L5w/T_hA0b0Q3gI/AAAAAAACZuI/sYInIwDG-rA/s1600/Toyota-Aurion_2012_008.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-z6mWXIi2L5w/T_hA0b0Q3gI/AAAAAAACZuI/sYInIwDG-rA/s400/Toyota-Aurion_2012_008.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5762426992784891394" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OVielk7X5gU/T_hAz5qjEAI/AAAAAAACZt8/ocgjcaVjXDI/s1600/Toyota-Aurion_2012_009.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OVielk7X5gU/T_hAz5qjEAI/AAAAAAACZt8/ocgjcaVjXDI/s400/Toyota-Aurion_2012_009.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5762426983617335298" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Sca6MpXpGns/T_hA15BiJnI/AAAAAAACZus/5IszP-Te5-M/s1600/Toyota-Aurion_2012_005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Sca6MpXpGns/T_hA15BiJnI/AAAAAAACZus/5IszP-Te5-M/s400/Toyota-Aurion_2012_005.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5762427017805047410" /></a><br /><div align="justify"> The launch of 3.5-litre V6 quad cam Toyota Aurion has completed the roll-out of Toyota's portfolio of new Australia-made models.<br /><br />The substantially upgraded five-model Toyota Aurion range has been capped at a price beneath $50,000.<br /><br />It is Toyota's locally made flagship and is being promoted as an attainable luxury car.<br /><br />Aurion's distinctive styling and occupant comfort levels provide clear differentiation.<br /><br />Second generation Aurion is the most powerful Toyota made in Australia.<br /><br />It generates 200kW at 6200rpm on 91 octane fuel.<br /><br />Toyota Aurion delivers the best fuel economy in the 3.5-litre class in the large passenger segment - six per cent better than the first generation.<br /><br />Tailpipe emissions have been reduced by eight per cent.<br /><br />Toyota Aurion is lighter and slightly larger than the vehicle it replaces.<br /><br />It incorporates technology advances in drivetrain and active and passive safety strategies which have only recently been developed.<br /><br />Aurion, like its locally made stablemates, benefits from new computer numeric control (CNC) machines at Australia's Altona plant which allow even more precise manufacturing techniques.<br /><br />Panel fit in many instances has been reduced from tolerances of 5mm to just 3.5mm - the domain of a very few true luxury cars.<br /><br />Interior quietness will be a hallmark of second generation Aurion.<br /><br />The articulation index of interior audibility has been improved by more than 10 per cent.<br /><br />Ride and handling has been improved in all areas as a result of extensive local testing and development. <br />2012 Toyota Aurion<br /><br /><br />User-friendly modifications have been made in many small but important ways.<br /><br />The centre console storage area is longer, and the boot loading lip is lower to the ground for easier loading.<br /><br />Interior dimensions have been increased to provide even more legroom, and in particular, greater headroom for rear seat occupants.<br /><br />Seats have increased in size while being made even more supportive.<br /><br />Toyota has sought to refine its value proposition to Aurion buyers.<br /><br />As well as capping Toyota Aurion's recommended retail price beneath $50,000, it has further improved its popular capped price logbook servicing proposition to four years/75,000km (whichever occurs first) up to the first five service periods.<br /><br />FIVE MODELS IN NEW AURION RANGE<br /><br />Second-generation Toyota Aurion has five model grades, all with 3.5-litre quad cam V6 engine and six-speed electronically controlled transmission.<br /><br />The five models are organised in a 'Y' strategy, including two sport-grade models.<br /><br />All models are well specified, with seven SRS airbags (including driver's knee airbag for the first time), seatbelt warnings on all five seats, vehicle stability control (VSC), traction control (TRC), dual-zone automatic climate-controlled air conditioning, reversing camera, five alloy wheels, 60/40 split-fold seats for the first time, multi-information display, Eco indicator, display audio with USB input and iPod® connectivity, acoustic windscreen, dual exhaust, chrome rear garnish and rocker moulding, Optitron instruments and integrated side indicators in the exterior mirrors.<br /><br />Virtually all these features are enhancements over the current AT-X model, confirming the high level of specification in the new Aurion AT-X.<br /><br />The entry-level model also has a power-operated driver's seat with lumbar support.<br /><br />Toyota Aurion AT-X can be optioned at additional cost with a leather-accented interior or 17-inch Sport alloy wheels, or both.<br /><br />The Prodigy model adds the interior features of premium four-spoke steering wheel, leather-accented interior with premium door trim, electro-chromatic interior mirror, electric rear sunshade, driver's seat memory (including exterior mirror settings), power-operated front passenger's seat and smart entry/smart start.<br /><br />Outside, it has 17-inch alloys, rain-sensing wipers, exterior mirror dipping in reverse, front foglamps, chrome door handles, front and rear clearance sonar, and metallic/mica paintas standard.<br /><br />A moonroof is available as an option at additional cost on the Prodigy model.<br /><br />The new flagship Presara model adds JBL premium audio with seven-inch screen display, digital radio, satellite navigation with live traffic updates and back-guide monitor.<br /><br />The new Presara also has HID headlamps with the Toyota adaptive front-lighting system (AFS), automatic high beam, blind spot monitor (BSM), moonroof and additional woodgrain-look inserts in the instrument panel, door trims and gear shifter area.<br /><br />The Sport-grade models build from the features of the Aurion AT-X.<br /><br />The new Sportivo SX6 has the additional exterior features over the AT-X of sports suspension, 17-inch sport alloy wheels, front and rear spoilers, sports diffuser, front fog lamps and metallic/mica paint.<br /><br />Inside, Sportivo SX6 has the added features over the AT-X of quick response paddle shift, sports pedals, premium three-spoke steering wheel, sports front seats, power front passenger's seat, sports Optitron combination meter and smart entry/smart start.<br /><br />The high-grade Sportivo ZR6 model adds automatic high beam, rain-sensing windscreen wipers, HID headlamps with AFS, BSM, front and rear clearance sonar, and exterior mirrors dipping in reverse.<br /><br />It also adds sports leather-accented interior with premium door trims, driver's seat memory including exterior mirror settings, JBL premium audio with seven-inch display, digital radio, satellite navigation with live traffic updates, electro-chromatic interior mirror and back-guide monitor.<br /><br />A moonroof is available as an option on both Sportivo models.<br /><br />TOYOTA AURION DRIVES FOR EFFICIENCY<br /><br />Second-generation Toyota Aurion has achieved efficiencies in materials, construction techniques and ergonomics to provide a substantially improved package.<br /><br />Weight reduction and increased chassis rigidity have resulted in improvements ranging from reduced fuel use and emissions to greater cabin noise attenuation.<br /><br />While Aurion has been developed from the first-generation vehicle in many respects, it is a product of back-to-the-source strategy.<br /><br />Much of Aurion's body in white is made from high tensile steel, providing not only reduced weight and better rigidity but also better suspension and engine mounting points.<br /><br />Weight has been reduced by at least 55kg, depending on the model.<br /><br />Fuel consumption has been reduced to 9.3 litres/100km, a saving of 6.1 per cent on the first generation.<br /><br />This has been achieved by a number of means, including weight-saving and a re-specification of engine oil viscosity.<br /><br />A new lock-up-at-start mechanism on the six-speed transmission and the adoption of electric power steering has also contributed to the reduction in energy use.<br /><br />The electric power steering replaces hydraulic assistance and makes for better, more progressive steering<br /><br />Toyota Aurion's seats are new, larger, more encompassing and yet able to provide greater interior room for occupants.<br /><br />Rear knee space has been increased by 46mm and rear centre foot well space is up 50mm.<br /><br />Both the driver's and front passenger's seats are longer and taller with more adjustment.<br /><br />Steering wheel tilt adjustment has been increased by 10mm in both lateral and horizontal movement, and seat height adjustment is up to 60mm from the previous 45mm.<br /><br />The driver's pedal box has been improved.<br /><br />A shorter brake pedal stroke provides greater feel.<br /><br />The accelerator pedal has been moved forward 7mm in relation to the seat to provide smoother actuation.<br /><br />Noise levels have been further reduced using techniques ranging from sandwich panel front glass to greater use of insulation throughout the bodywork, as well as greater structural rigidity.<br /><br />Cabin noise has been reduced by a remarkable two to four decibels.<br /><br />Toyota Aurion now has seven airbags with the addition of a driver's side knee airbag.<br /><br />Aurion has been designed to achieve a five-star ANCAP safety rating.<br /><br />AGGRESSIVE STYLING SIGNALS SPORTIVO'S DYNAMIC INTENT<br /><br />Toyota Aurion Sportivo's aggressive styling is designed specifically to appeal to young, sports-oriented owners.<br /><br />Seven major exterior styling features distinguish Sportivo.<br /><br />It has an exclusive blacked-out grille incorporating body-coloured accents.<br /><br />A large front bumper has blacked-out air intake extremities incorporating fog lights.<br /><br />The two portals are angled and flank a wider air intake across the car to provide a startling front view.<br /><br />The rear is equally confronting.<br /><br />A low mounted wing rear spoiler spans the upper boot.<br /><br />An exclusive rear bumper section replicates the front with two extremity portals flanking a central black splitter.<br /><br />Dual exhaust tips emerge beneath the bumper.<br /><br />Sportivo adopts 17-inch five-spoke alloy wheels.<br /><br />Front and rear sections are joined by sills which are more flared and accentuate Aurion's new wedge shape.<br /><br />Inside, Sportivo has exclusive bolstered seats, steering wheel with paddle shift and exclusive silver-metallic instrumentation.<br /><br />The Aurion range offers nine exterior colours, of which five are new.<br /><br />The new colours are Eclipse Black, Graphite, Silver Pearl, Magnetic Bronze and Reflex Blue.<br /><br />Colour choice is determined by grade and specification to provide delineation within the range.<br /><br />Sportivo owners have the choice of four of the new colours and two of the carry-over palette.<br /><br />Two interior colours - black and ivory - and three types of cabin trim are available.<br /><br />Sportivo offers a choice of Raizen sports leather-accented or fabric upholstery with geometric mesh trim.<br /><br />REDESIGNED AURION CABIN DELIVERS NEW LEVELS OF COMFORT<br /><br />Toyota has paid special attention to increasing driver and passenger comfort in new generation Aurion.<br /><br />The steering column has been repositioned to provide a more 'natural' angle and the column tilt range is adjustable by a further 10mm in both vertical and linear planes.<br /><br />Toyota Aurion has an improved front seat design with a new seat frame for improved ride comfort and a more stable posture.<br /><br />The front seat is also 30mm taller for greater back support and 20mm longer in the squab for additional lower body support.<br /><br />A new seat-back cushion increases the contact area with the driver's back, providing greater comfort and helping to reduce driver fatigue.<br /><br />The combination of both steering wheel and seat modifications provides substantially more opportunity for the driver to find an optimal position to improve comfort and safety.<br /><br />The driver's position has been further enhanced by moving the accelerator pedal 7mm forward and by increasing the range of seat height adjustment from 45 to 60mm.<br /><br />Sportivo models have sports front seats with additional support for the area between hips and shoulders to increase occupant stability.<br /><br />All Aurion models have a power-operated driver's seat with lumbar adjustment.<br /><br />Sportivo SX6 adds a power-operated front passenger's seat.<br /><br />Prodigy, Presara and Sportivo ZR6 have the added features of leather-accented seat trim, power-operated front passenger's seat and driver's seat memory, including exterior mirror settings.<br /><br />The rear seat cushions and seat-back shapes have been modified for enhanced ride comfort, a relaxing posture and even better back support.<br /><br />Hip angle has been increased for enhanced comfort while the seat cushion surface area has been increased to better distribute pressure and reduce fatigue.<br /><br />A new shape for the seat sides helps maintain sitting posture.<br /><br />In addition, rear seat passengers have 31mm more space in their cabin area - in recognition of Aurion's role as a large passenger car.<br /><br />The rear seat hip point has been moved back by 8mm, and the front seat hip point has moved forward by 7mm - increasing couple distance by 15mm.<br /><br />The back of the front seats have been sculpted to increase rear occupant knee space by 46mm.<br /><br />The door trim under the power window switch panel has been scooped out to increase knee space.<br /><br />Contours of the A and B pillars have been slimmed, and the internal roof line above the rear seat has been curved.<br /><br />Aurion also now has 60/40 folding rear seats across all grades.<br /><br />NEW AURION FEATURES OPTITRON INSTRUMENTS AND ECO MONITOR<br /><br />Toyota's second-generation Aurion has new easy to read three-dial Optitron instruments throughout.<br /><br />Sportivo models have a unique sports Optitron combi meter.<br /><br />The instrument cluster includes a liquid-crystal display (LCD) multi-information display (MID) and, for the first time in Toyota Aurion, an Eco indicator.<br /><br />The left LCD has three sections, with coolant temperature, outside air temperature, shift position and rheostat brightness level on the left.<br /><br />The centre LCD includes the MID with range, average fuel consumption, elapsed time and average speed.<br /><br />It also shows the clearance sonar (on Prodigy, Presara and Sportivo ZR6), door-open warning and Eco drive-level display.<br /><br />The right-hand LCD shows odometer and trip-meter readings.<br /><br />The Eco driving indicator light and instantaneous fuel economy gauge can be turned on or off.<br /><br />The Eco indicator helps drivers find the fuel-saving "sweet" spot in throttle control.<br /><br />An Eco indicator illuminates during fuel-efficient, economical driving.<br /><br />It also has an analogue average fuel economy reading and bar-type instantaneous fuel economy gauge.<br /><br />Aurion has a choice of steering wheels, according to model grade.<br /><br />Sportivo models have the added feature of paddle shift for dynamic driving.<br /><br />AT-X has a four-spoke urethane steering with audio and mobile telephone controls, and a DISP switch.<br /><br />Prodigy and Presara have a premium four-spoke steering wheel.<br /><br />Sportivo models have a premium three-spoke steering wheel with audio and telephone controls.<br /><br />The Presara and Sportivo ZR6 have the added feature of a voice-recognition button.<br /><br />Storage locations<br /><br />New-generation Toyota Aurion has numerous storage locations, including four cup holders, six bottle holders, front and rear door pockets, and front seat-back pockets.<br /><br />The lidded centre console cup holder has an adjustable divider, to accept a variety of drink containers including two large-sized cups.<br /><br />There is a felt-lined storage try on the centre console, below the air conditioning controls.<br /><br />The front door pockets can hold a bottle or A4-sized landscape documents while the rear door pockets can hold two bottles or A4-sized portrait documents.<br /><br />Media devices can be stored out of sight in the central facia storage compartment, behind a lid.<br /><br />The USB and AUX ports are conveniently located in a storage compartment in the centre floor console.<br /><br />POWERFUL AURION MORE FUEL EFFICIENT THAN EVER<br /><br />Toyota has boosted Aurion V6's fuel economy by 6.1 per cent and reduced CO2 emissions by 7.7 per cent.<br /><br />New-generation Aurion has official combined-cycle fuel economy of 9.3 litres/100km.<br /><br />CO2 emissions have been cut to 215g/km.<br /><br />Aurion's fuel-saving technology also includes a newly adopted TS (Torque-sensor Swash plate) air-conditioning compressor.<br /><br />Toyota Aurion has the best balance of power and economy in the locally manufactured large six-cylinder vehicle segment.<br /><br />Aurion's all-alloy quad cam dual-VVT-i delivers 200kW of power at 6200rpm and 336Nm of torque at 4700rpm.<br /><br />It is matched to an electronically-controlled six-speed sequential-shift transmission, with paddle shift on Sportivo models.<br /><br />Toyota has achieved the fuel and emissions saving with special attention paid to the engine and gearing.<br /><br />New Aurion has reduced oil-relative friction losses thanks to a change in engine oil viscosity.<br /><br />AURION ENGINE BALANCES PERFORMANCE AND ECONOMY<br /><br />Toyota Aurion's 3.5-litre all-alloy quad cam V6 engine achieves a balance between performance and economy.<br /><br />Key features include dual variable valve timing with intelligence (VVT-i) and an intelligent electronic throttle.<br /><br />In addition, the Toyota 2GR-FE engine has roller rockers, an electronic acoustic control induction system (ACIS), direct ignition system (DIS) and a lightweight cast-aluminium cylinder block.<br /><br />Toyota designed the 60-degree V6 for a combination of high performance, fuel efficiency, package efficiency and reliability coupled with minimal weight, noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) and low emissions.<br /><br />The engine has an oversquare bore-and-stroke relationship of 94 by 83mm for a swept capacity of 3,456 cubic centimetres.<br /><br />Compression ratio is 10.8:1 for optimum power and economy across the engine revolution range.<br /><br />It has siamese inlet ports to reduce the overall surface area of the port walls - reducing wall wetting and hydrocarbon emissions.<br /><br />Toyota engineers have adopted roller rockers (with maintenance-free valve clearance adjusters) to reduce friction and hence optimise fuel economy.<br /><br />The engine has cam profiles with a rounded concave portion on the ramp to increase valve lift as it begins to open and finishes closing, thereby increasing engine output.<br /><br />The Toyota 2GR-FE engine has electronic control for the ACIS - based on information on engine revolutions and throttle position.<br /><br />The ACIS varies the effective length of the inlet runners to make maximum use of the inlet pulsation effect for increased breathing efficiency.<br /><br />The stainless-steel exhaust manifold has a built-in three-way catalyst to boost catalyst temperature and reduce hydrocarbon emissions from cold start.<br /><br />This design accelerates the warm-up of the catalyst immediately after start-up, thus reducing exhaust emissions.<br /><br />The 2GR-FE design maximises reliability and serviceability, with chain camshaft drive, maintenance-free valve clearance adjusters, a replaceable element oil filter, direct ignition, electronic engine control and an air/fuel ratio sensor.<br /><br />Toyota Aurion's 2GR-FE engine has a service weight of 166kg.<br /><br />AURION TRANSMISSION MADE TO MEASURE<br /><br />Aurion's six-speed electronically controlled automatic U660E transmission was designed to complement the car's quad cam dual VVT-i V6 engine.<br /><br />It has artificial intelligence and a sequential-style manual gear select shift.<br /><br />Sportivo has the added feature of paddle shift.<br /><br />Latest upgrades to the U660E transmission include flex-start control.<br /><br />When starting off, the lock-up clutch is proactively engaged to enhance power transfer efficiency and lower the engine speed, contributing to excellent fuel economy.<br /><br />In addition, flex lock-up control can continue after upshifting to second gear for enhanced driveability.<br /><br />The combination of Aurion's V6 engine, electronic throttle, six-speed transmission and advanced ECT software is designed to optimise driveability, acceleration feel, shift quality and fuel economy.<br /><br />It is matched to a final drive ratio of 3.458:1 to help increase fuel economy.<br /><br />The U660E's electronic control software is packed with fuel-saving features, including flexible lock-up control.<br /><br />The Toyota artificial intelligence (AI) shift control is a transmission algorithm designed to manage the shift regime according to road conditions and driver intention.<br /><br />It uses data on throttle opening angle, vehicle speed and engine speed, brake signal and accelerator pedal operation.<br /><br />The transmission ECU uses this information to provide three functions: basic shift control pattern, road condition support control and driver intention support control.<br /><br />The AI shift can adjust the shift pattern to suit different drivers and provide engine braking for hill descents. It also reduces 'gear hunting' when going uphill.<br /><br />Under road condition support control, the transmission ECU determines if the vehicle is climbing or descending, based on inputs such as throttle opening and vehicle speed.<br /><br />It prohibits unnecessary upshifting if the vehicle is ascending steeply and automatically downshifts when the vehicle is descending steeply, to take advantage of engine braking.<br /><br />Road condition support control (ie intelligent transmission software) gives Aurion smooth shifting performance in automatic mode, particularly on hilly roads.<br /><br />Driver intention support control anticipates the driver's intention based on accelerator usage and vehicle condition, to provide gear shift patterns that suit individual driving styles.<br /><br />The Toyota Aurion transmission has ratios of: first, 3.300; second, 1.900; third, 1.420; fourth, 1.000; fifth, 0.713; sixth, 0.608; and reverse, 4.148.<br /><br />The U660E transmission's ultra-flat torque converter has a lock-up damper to ensure smooth low-speed lock-up.<br /><br />AURION SPORTIVO HAS PADDLE SHIFT FOR A DYNAMIC DRIVE<br /><br />Toyota has upgraded Aurion Sportivo with quick-response paddle shift as standard equipment.<br /><br />The software for Sportivo's transmission provides highly responsive upshift control and blipping downshift control, which increases driving appeal.<br /><br />It also includes D-range paddle-shift active control, to allow manual shifting when in D range.<br /><br />D-range paddle-shift control allows the driver to initiate down changes on corner entry and hill descents.<br /><br />The current gear is displayed in the Multi Information Display.<br /><br />When in 'Drive' mode, fast upshifts and throttle-blipping is disabled.<br /><br />In Sport S mode - which the driver selects by moving the shift lever to S - the vehicle can be driven with the feeling of a manual transmission.<br /><br />The driver can experience fast upshifts using the paddle shifters, with rev-matched 'blipping' on downshifts for a more aggressive and direct shifting experience.<br /><br />The transmission returns to normal operation when the vehicle stops, is driven at a constant speed for more than one minute (in fourth gear or above) or the driver holds the upshift paddle for one second.<br /><br />NEW AURION STRONGER, STIFFER AND BUILT TO LAST<br /><br />Toyota has increased Aurion's body rigidity and durability while reducing weight to improve fuel economy, braking and handling agility.<br /><br />The improved strength-to-weight ratio has been achieved by redesigning key body sections and through greater use of high-tensile steel.<br /><br />Increased body rigidity improves the vehicle's passive safety and durability while reducing noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) and providing a more stable platform for the suspension.<br /><br />High-tensile steel used includes 440 MPa or higher and 590 MPa or higher for key areas around the cabin, including the entire front door surround (inner and outer), rocker panels (inner and outer) and side intrusion beams in the doors.<br /><br />Body design is a proven Toyota forte, aided by extensive CAD crash modelling and an extensive in-house crash-test program.<br /><br />Key panels in the new Aurion body have a flared design, to ensure high rigidity while reducing body weight.<br /><br />The flared design is used for the side outer panels, front and rear door panels, and the fender panels.<br /><br />Special attention has been paid to increasing body rigidity and suspension mounting rigidity to improve handling stability.<br /><br />Front cowl rigidity has been increased, to provide a more stabile platform for the front suspension and hence increase handling stability.<br /><br />Rigidity between the left and right suspension towers has been increased by directly connecting the towers through the cowl, as well as strengthening the attachment method and the reinforcing braces.<br /><br />The front-end collision structure has been designed to disperse load from the upper and side members, to secure the cabin space in a collision.<br /><br />Aurion's side-impact structure has been redesigned and improved, with a particular focus on dispersing load from the centre (B) pillar.<br /><br />In addition, extensive use of anti-corrosion steel sheet in the body means Aurion is built to last.<br /><br />The vehicle also has a comprehensive body protection strategy comprising body undercoat and sealers.<br /><br />Anti-corrosion steel sheet is used to press virtually the entire outer sides of the vehicle, including the doors, the entire door frame surrounds, front and rear fenders, and the fuel filler lid.<br /><br />It is also used to press the bonnet, boot lid, front outer cowl and the rear cowl panel.<br /><br />Anti-corrosion wax or sealer has been applied to vulnerable areas, including the doors and bonnet, for increased durability.<br /><br />NEW AURION MORE AGILE<br /><br />Toyota Aurion's new tyres reduce rolling resistance and increase grip in wet and dry conditions.<br /><br />They also increase damping feel and reduce yaw response delay, while reducing noise, vibration and harshness.<br /><br />Performance has been improved in braking, ride and handling.<br /><br />Toyota has increased instrument panel rigidity to improve steering feel and effectiveness.<br /><br />Aurion has new alloy wheels, including a full-sized alloy spare wheel.<br /><br />AT-X has 10-spoke 16-inch alloy wheels with 215/60 R16 Michelin tyres.<br /><br />Prodigy and Presara have 10-spoke 17-inch alloy wheels with 215/55 R17 Bridgestone tyres.<br /><br />Sportivo SX6 and ZR6 have five-spoke 17-inch alloy wheels with 215/55 R17 Bridgestone tyres.<br /><br />The Sportivo wheel is available as an option on AT-X.<br /><br />NEW AURION CALIBRATED FOR AUSTRALIAN ROADS<br /><br />Toyota's local test centre calibrated new Aurion's steering, ride and handling to suit Australia's unique conditions, such as undulating country roads and coarse-chip road surfaces.<br /><br />Toyota Technical Center Australia (TTC-Au) developed the final Aurion calibration, building on the work of Toyota test centres around the world.<br /><br />The overall dynamic goal for new-generation Aurion was increased stability and agility compared with the previous-generation model, coupled with a flat ride and high-quality damping feel.<br /><br />Aurion's new chassis calibration also reflects the vehicle's reduced mass (at least 55kg depending on model grade), and a minor change in fore/aft weight balance.<br /><br />In addition, Aurion has new dampers (shock absorbers) with reduced internal friction and electric-power assisted steering (EPS) for the first time.<br /><br />Adopting EPS enabled the chassis engineers to provide the best of both worlds - lighter steering effort at parking speeds and a more weighted, direct feel on the highway.<br /><br />It also meant they could tune the steering assist 'map' to particular models.<br /><br />The two Sportivo models have a unique steering-assist map, with more linear build-up across the road-speed range compared with the map for AT-X, Prodigy and Presara.<br /><br />Steering development also focused on increasing the vehicle's agility and enabling quicker changes of direction.<br /><br />Handling improvements centred on increasing the rear-stability feel (grip) and a flat ride (optimum front-rear balance).<br /><br />During testing, the chassis engineers sought to give the vehicle a more controlled and 'tied-down' feeling, as well as reducing any 'floaty' or 'firm-ride' feeling on course-chip road surfaces.<br /><br />Spring rates are similar to the previous-generation model, even with the reduced vehicle mass.<br /><br />Most calibration work focused on the dampers to increase ride comfort, isolation and body control.<br /><br />The damper calibration for the new model gives the vehicle improved luxury isolation feel and improved ride on undulating roads.<br /><br />Aurion's dampers have a new seal and revised fluid specification to reduce friction within the damper and hence reduce the initial force required to initiate shock absorption.<br /><br />This allows the dampers to work more efficiently, improving both ride and roll response for a more agile feeling.<br /><br />High-speed rebound damping has been increased on all models, front and rear, by 14 to 19 per cent, for improved body control.<br /><br />Compression damping has been maintained for all models, front and rear, to match control of unsprung mass (brakes, suspension arms, tyres and wheels) to the target.<br /><br />NEW AURION HAS ELECTRIC POWER-ASSISTED STEERING<br /><br />Toyota Aurion has all-new steering, with new steering hardware and electric power-assisted steering (EPS) for the first time.<br /><br />Steering installation rigidity has been increased to improve initial yaw response, agility and steering feel.<br /><br />Special attention has been paid to the mounting section for the steering gear to enhance rigidity.<br /><br />Reinforced areas include the steering-gear connection location and front stabiliser link bracket, as well as the instrument panel reinforcement (which is approximately 15 per cent more rigid).<br /><br />Rigidity has been enhanced and steering play reduced by improving the immediate shaft joint and the supportive structure of the pinion gear.<br /><br />Aurion now has column-mounted EPS with state-of-the-art control logic, including hysteresis, yaw-rate feedback and steering feedback control.<br /><br />Hysteresis control provides variable control of friction using the EPS motor for smooth and stable steering.<br /><br />It controls steering torque and steering angle according to vehicle speed.<br /><br />Hysteresis control also helps prevent the vehicle from drifting, providing good steering stability and feel and easy steering correction.<br /><br />Yaw-rate feedback control is designed to control steering torque, so vehicle response is better stabilised even when excessive steering torque change or steering input occurs.<br /><br />It also offers a composed ride, as the steering torque is optimised for vehicle movements.<br /><br />In addition, it has the effect of improving rear grip feeling because the steering force is suitable for the steering response.<br /><br />Steering feedback control provides optimal steering feedback and return speed according to vehicle speed.<br /><br />It provides faster steering return at low speeds and firmer adjustment at high speeds.<br /><br />The steering feedback is light at low vehicle speed for easier parking and manoeuvring and firmer at high speeds for safe, confident and enjoyable highway driving.<br /><br />NEW AURION HAS IMPROVED BRAKING PERFORMANCE<br /><br />Second generation Toyota Aurion offers improved stopping power and brake feel.<br /><br />Toyota has completely redesigned Aurion's brake-control hardware to give the driver a more secure and confident feeling when braking.<br /><br />The redesign includes a new variable-ratio link-type brake pedal, to reduce pedal stroke and improve feel.<br /><br />The ABS/vehicle stability control actuator and the brake booster have been re-tuned to further improve performance.<br /><br />Aurion also has new, low-expansion brake hoses.<br /><br />Fitment of new tyres further improves braking grip.<br /><br />All new Toyota models have BOS (brake over-ride system) which prioritises the action of the brakes and suppresses engine output if the brake and accelerator pedals are pressed simultaneously.<br /><br />AURION HAS ENHANCED ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY FEATURES<br /><br />Toyota has boosted Aurion's safety package, fitting seven SRS airbags as standard equipment, including a driver's knee airbag for the first time.<br /><br />All five seats have a seatbelt warning indicator.<br /><br />Passive safety has been further boosted by Aurion's new stronger body.<br /><br />Increased active safety is the result of improved suspension, steering, aerodynamic downforce, brakes and tyres.<br /><br />The car's suite of active safety systems includes vehicle stability control, traction control and ABS with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist.<br /><br />The brake system has Toyota's new brake override feature, which gives priority to the brakes if the brake and accelerator pedals are pressed simultaneously.<br /><br />A reversing camera is standard equipment on all Aurion models.<br /><br />Presara and Sportivo ZR6 have the added feature of Back Guide Monitor.<br /><br />Prodigy, Presara and both Sportivo models have front and rear parking sonar as well as dipping exterior mirrors when reverse gear is selected.<br /><br />AURION CABIN REFINEMENT AT A LUXURY CAR STANDARD<br /><br />The new Toyota Aurion has taken a giant leap forward in improving cabin quietness.<br /><br />A range of improvements have resulted in an approximate 10 per cent improvement in the articulation index within the cabin.<br /><br />Body acoustics have been reduced by between two and four decibels across all frequencies.<br /><br />Aurion adopts acoustic glass in its windscreen for the first time.<br /><br />The glass uses noise prevention film interlaid between two layers of the windshield.<br /><br />The acoustic glass is far more sophisticated and effective than conventional double glazing.<br /><br />Toyota has also instituted a three-layer construction of firewall insulation to dampen engine noise.<br /><br />The first layer filters out the majority of noise on the engine side.<br /><br />The second layer works on engine vibrations and the third layer captures and absorbs remaining sounds on the cabin side.<br /><br />The amount of sound insulating materials has been increased and their placement has been optimised to improve insulation.<br /><br />There are newly added sound insulating materials in the door, seat-back and boot.<br /><br />Improvements have been made to sound insulation materials in the sills, fenders and rear wheel arches.<br /><br />Aerodynamic aids around the vehicle intended to reduce energy use and improve fuel consumption have also contributed to noise reduction.<br /><br />AURION AUDIO SYSTEMS OFFER PREMIUM SOUND AND ADVANCED FEATURES<br /><br />New Aurion is available with two multimedia audio systems, both of which deliver high quality sound and offer a range of advanced features.<br /><br />Both systems are USB and iPod® ready, as well as having Bluetooth™ hands-free telephone and audio capability.<br /><br />Steering wheel controls for all audio media, including operation of selected iPods, are standard across the five-model Toyota Aurion range.<br /><br />A wheel-mounted telephone button displays the hands-free operation on the centrally-mounted display screen, with touch-screen buttons for access to personal contacts.<br /><br />The multimedia audio system on AT-X, Prodigy and Sportivo SX6 comes with a 6.1-inch touch-screen with display audio and rear-view camera.<br /><br />The system is accompanied by a six-speaker set-up comprising two front tweeters, 18cm full-range speakers in the front doors, and two 18cm full-range speakers in the rear.<br /><br />Sportivo ZR6 and Presara come with a premium 5.1-channel surround sound 10-speaker JBL audio system.<br /><br />This system features a seven-inch touch-screen with satellite navigation, rear-view camera with Back Guide Monitor, DVD player, and DAB+ digital radio.<br /><br />No other carmaker offers a vehicle under $70,000 with digital radio as a standard feature.<br /><br />Digital radio provides clearer sound, exclusive digital-only stations and programs can be paused and rewound.<br /><br />DAB+ also provides the ability to tune-in via station name rather than frequency, and song and artist information is displayed on screen.<br /><br />In addition, this multimedia system provides live traffic updates via the Suna™ Traffic Channel.<br /><br />This keeps the navigation system up-to-date with road conditions and suggests an alternative to the planned route in the event of accidents or heavy traffic.<br /><br />The JBL premium audio system's speaker layout includes two 8cm coaxial speakers with high and mid-range cones, an 8cm speaker on top of the dash, a 17 x 25cm woofer in each front door, a 17 x 25cm rear sub-woofer and two 8cm rear surround speakers.<br /><br />The system also employs GreenEdge™ technology, which uses lighter, smaller and more efficient components than the previous generation.<br /><br />The system's amplifier produces higher output while minimising power usage and heat generation.<br /><br />The speakers are also lighter and use less power, with no detriment to acoustic output.<br /><br />RANGE-TOPPING LUXURY AND SPORT MODELS HAVE BSM<br /><br />Aurion's top-of-the-range luxury and sport models have the new Toyota blind spot monitor (BSM) system to warn the driver if there is a vehicle in the 'blind spot' on either side.<br /><br />BSM uses sub-millimetre radar to detect other vehicles in adjacent lanes.<br /><br />It is standard equipment on Aurion Presara and the Sportivo ZR6 model.<br /><br />Toyota developed BSM to assist drivers in avoiding accidents associated with blind spots and lane changes.<br /><br />The system informs the driver of the presence of a vehicle in the blind spot by illuminating indicators in the relevant exterior mirror.<br /><br />The mirror indicator will remain illuminated as long as the vehicle is detected, and will flash when the turn signal is operated.<br /><br />The system includes a radar detector located on both sides of the car.<br /><br />It also utilises the steering angle sensor, vehicle speed sensor and main switch.<br /><br />It can detect vehicles larger than an average 125cc motorcycle and up to three metres rearward of the trailing edge of the vehicle.<br /><br />The activation threshold speed is above 40km/h and the maximum detectable relative speed difference is 28km/h.<br /><br />Typical warning scenarios are when a target vehicle overtakes the subject vehicle in an adjacent lane or when the target vehicle merges from the side, entering the warning zone due to a lane change.<br /><br />The BSM won't activate if the target vehicle is one lane away from the adjacent lane, travelling in the opposite direction, in the same lane, or is stationary.<br /><br />TOP AURION MODELS HAVE AUTO HIGH BEAM<br /><br />The new flagship Aurion Presara and Sportivo ZR6 models have Toyota's advanced Automatic High Beam system.<br /><br />Toyota developed the system as a driver assist device to help avoid the burden of manually switching between high and low beam.<br /><br />The system will automatically dip the headlamps if the distance to an oncoming vehicle is less than 800 metres.<br /><br />It will resume high beam headlamps when the oncoming vehicle passes at approximately a 50-degree angle.<br /><br />The system will also automatically switch the headlamps to low beam if there is a preceding vehicle approximately 600 metres ahead, and resume high beam headlamps when the preceding vehicle is passed at approximately a 25-degree angle.<br /><br />A camera sensor in the rear view mirror and a microprocessor continuously monitor for tail lamps of preceding vehicles as well as the headlamps of oncoming vehicles.<br /><br />System components include the light control switch (Off/Parking/On/Auto), the dimmer switch (On/Off), camera/image processor, the vehicle's speed sensor, the gear shift position sensor, an illuminometer (to detect ambient illumination) and a dedicated ECU.<br /><br />The system operates when the vehicle's speed exceeds 30km/h and disengages when it drops below 25km/h.<br /><br />AURION FEATURES ADAPTIVE FRONT-LIGHTING SYSTEM<br /><br />The new flagship Toyota Aurion Presara and Sportivo ZR6 have auto-levelling High Intensity Discharge (HID) low-beam headlamps and Toyota's Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS).<br /><br />The system enables the headlamps to swivel on low beam to provide better lighting when the vehicle is turning around a corner.<br /><br />When turning, AFS estimates where the vehicle will be in three seconds, based on the vehicle speed and steering angle, and adjusts the low-beam headlamps left or right to point in the appropriate direction.<br /><br />AFS moves both lamps to illuminate the direction the steering wheel is turned, ensuring better visibility.<br /><br />Toyota AFS technology is governed by a swivel actuator for each low beam lamp and a dedicated ECU to extract the required information from the steering angle sensor and the front-wheel speed sensors.<br /><br />The articulation angle is specific to each lamp and to whether the vehicle is turning right or left.<br /><br />TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS<br />EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS<br />Overall length: 4835mm (Sportivo 4855mm)<br />Overall width: 1825mm<br />Overall height: 1470mm<br />Wheelbase: 2775mm<br />Front track: 1575mm<br />Rear track: 1565mm<br />Turning radius (kerb to kerb): 5.5m<br />INTERIOR DIMENSIONS<br />Length: 2080mm<br />Width: 1525mm<br />Height: 1210mm (1145 with optional moonroof)<br />Front head room: 986mm (962mm with optional moonroof)<br />Front shoulder room: 1473mm<br />Front leg room: 1057mm<br />Rear head room: 967mm (964mm with optional moonroof)<br />Rear shoulder room: 1439mm<br />Rear leg room: 989mm<br />Luggage volume: 515L (VDA method)<br />WEIGHTS AND CAPACITIES<br />Kerb weight: 1525-1555kg<br />GVM: 2100kg<br />Towing capacity: 1600kg with trailer brakes; 500kg without<br />Fuel tank: 70 l<br />Coefficient of drag: 0.29<br />ENGINE<br />Type: 3.5 litres; 60-degree V6 2GR-FE<br />Capacity: 3456cm3<br />Bore x stroke: 94.0 x 83.0mm<br />Compression ratio: 10.8:1<br />Power : 200kW @ 6200rpm<br />Torque: 336Nm @ 4700rpm<br />Fuel system: Multi-point EFI into intake port<br />Min fuel octane rating: 91 RON<br />Australian emissions: Euro IV<br />TRANSMISSION<br />Type: Toyota U660E electronically controlled 6-speed with paddle shift on Sportivo<br />Ratios<br />1st: 3.300<br />2nd: 1.900<br />3rd: 1.420<br />4th: 1.000<br />5th: 0.713<br />6th: 0.608<br />Reverse: 4.148<br />Final drive ratio: 3.458:1<br />PERFORMANCE<br />Fuel economy: 9.3 l/100km<br />CO2 emissions: 215 g/km<br />BRAKES<br />Front: 296 x 28mm ventilated discs<br />Rear: 286 x 10mm solid discs<br />Parking brake: Foot pedal<br />Brake systems: ABS with brake assist and EBD<br />SUSPENSION<br />Front: MacPherson strut system<br />Rear: Dual link system<br />STEERING<br />Type: Rack and pinion with electric power steering (EPS)<br />Overall steering gear ratio: 16.9<br />Turns lock to lock: 3.12<br />ACTIVE SAFETY SYSTEMS<br />Type: Vehicle stability control, traction control<br />WHEELS<br />AT-X: 16" x 6.5J alloy<br />Prodigy, Presara and Sportivo : 17" x 7J alloy<br />TYRES<br />AT-X: Michelin 215/60R16<br />Prodigy, Presara and Sportivo: Bridgestone 215/55R17<br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-52644465493176238512012-04-14T22:40:00.003-07:002012-04-14T22:43:55.518-07:002013 Toyota Avalon<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-OUyH4DSr2LI/T4pgBc-29AI/AAAAAAACZJA/jkzy1H-mQKw/s1600/Toyota-Avalon_2013_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-OUyH4DSr2LI/T4pgBc-29AI/AAAAAAACZJA/jkzy1H-mQKw/s400/Toyota-Avalon_2013_002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5731499053858354178" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-pmKONe9kCis/T4pgA75KSdI/AAAAAAACZI0/wxRSpOzail0/s1600/Toyota-Avalon_2013_003.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" 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alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5731499058600333378" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ERaizSu271E/T4pfcEV3dsI/AAAAAAACZIU/-I-voj2M4X4/s1600/Toyota-Avalon_2013_006.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ERaizSu271E/T4pfcEV3dsI/AAAAAAACZIU/-I-voj2M4X4/s400/Toyota-Avalon_2013_006.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5731498411588810434" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-utlpBnC5_QU/T4pfb8ALVQI/AAAAAAACZIE/zOPjTbT00Ps/s1600/Toyota-Avalon_2013_007.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-utlpBnC5_QU/T4pfb8ALVQI/AAAAAAACZIE/zOPjTbT00Ps/s400/Toyota-Avalon_2013_007.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5731498409350354178" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-i11U1TZ2yCM/T4pfbVwD81I/AAAAAAACZH4/R34EmEt-RKI/s1600/Toyota-Avalon_2013_008.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-i11U1TZ2yCM/T4pfbVwD81I/AAAAAAACZH4/R34EmEt-RKI/s400/Toyota-Avalon_2013_008.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5731498399082214226" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AO09gBQr8wg/T4pfbLSRNyI/AAAAAAACZHs/Z_E9MsFkba0/s1600/Toyota-Avalon_2013_009.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AO09gBQr8wg/T4pfbLSRNyI/AAAAAAACZHs/Z_E9MsFkba0/s400/Toyota-Avalon_2013_009.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5731498396272899874" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Gf3tH9BsFC8/T4pfcqBrXvI/AAAAAAACZIc/5-K8O2grpjE/s1600/Toyota-Avalon_2013_005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Gf3tH9BsFC8/T4pfcqBrXvI/AAAAAAACZIc/5-K8O2grpjE/s400/Toyota-Avalon_2013_005.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5731498421704679154" /></a><br />Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. revealed the all-new 2013 Avalon premium mid-size sedan at the 2012 New York International Auto Show. The new Toyota Avalon is re-conceived for the premium mid-size sedan segment with a progressive and emotionally styled exterior design.<br /><br />When it arrives to dealerships in late 2012, the new Avalon will offer improved dynamic performance, a greater degree of refinement, and a highly spacious, comfortable interior experience with an abundance of outstanding convenience technologies.<br /><br />The new 2013 Toyota Avalon is the result of a North American-focused design and engineering effort. The new sedan's dramatic exterior and interior design was conceived by a youthful and talented team at the Calty Design Research Inc. facilities in Southern California and Michigan. The car's engineering development was principally led by a passionate and dedicated group based at Toyota Technical Center in Ann Arbor, Mich. Continuing a North American focused theme, the 2013 Avalon will be assembled at Toyota's facility in Georgetown, Ky. True to the future product mission set forth by Toyota Motor Corporation President, Akio Toyoda, the new Avalon's more stylish, bold, sporty exterior design and luxurious interior styling are matched by an enhanced dynamic package, a combination that foreshadows the more compelling and passionate nature of future Toyota products.<br /><br />Enhanced Avalon Dynamics<br /><br />In addition to its stunning design, numerous structural and chassis improvements were made to the new Toyota Avalon to enhance the ride quality, straight-line stability and handling. The body structure gains improvements in torsional rigidity thanks to additional and strategically placed welds, improved body bracing, and high-strength steel in key areas in order to provide a stiffer chassis and optimize suspension performance. The new Avalon suspension relies on MacPherson struts with advanced valving and rebound springs to balance handling and agility with ride comfort. Coil spring rate and front and rear sway bar stiffness was increased from the current model to help improve body control and body roll. The Avalon's electric power steering (EPS) system has been tuned to help deliver enhanced controllability and vehicle agility while also realizing superior linear stability. <br />2013 Toyota Avalon<br /><br /><br />The new Toyota Avalon offers three distinct drive modes that help tailor dynamic performance to the driver's needs. The drive modes - Normal, Eco, and Sport -are made available through driver-selectable switches. In Sport mode, throttle response is enhanced and steering effort is weighted from center to offer a sportier character. Eco changes throttle response and A/C power usage to help improve fuel economy. Steering-wheel mounted paddle shifters help provide a sportier drive while in the D or S Mode, where the revised throttle helps improve shift response to help maximize engine power and vehicle performance.<br /><br />Dynamic Exterior Styling<br /><br />The new Avalon's dynamic exterior styling defines a sleek and expressive profile that helps communicate a sense of motion for the vehicle even when it is at rest. The beltline has been lowered to accentuate a strong stance. Compared to its predecessor, the new Avalon is a bit more compact yet displays better proportions with a longer, sloping roofline, flared front fenders, and reduced front and rear overhangs, lower vehicle height, and reduced body-to-tire gap. New 17-inch and 18-inch alloy wheel and tire combinations fill the wheel well to enhance the vehicle's dynamic exterior expression.<br /><br />Key exterior design elements include the square Double-eye PES (Projector Ellipsoid System) headlamps with HID (High-Intensity Discharge)and elegant DRL (Daytime Running Lights) feature available that provide excellent night time visibility while helping define a narrower, more taut and muscular exterior expression. A wider, more assertive grille design provides a bolder front perspective. At the rear, high-performance LED combination tail lamps are adopted which are more integrated with the revised rear-body styling. The dual rear tailpipe outlets further the more cohesive design theme.<br /><br />Modern Interior Experience<br /><br />Design elements enhancing comfort, convenience and technology help create the luxurious experience that will prove tempting to buyers of the next Avalon. The 2013 Toyota Avalon offers a modern, spacious, premium interior highlighted by abundant rear seat legroom, while featuring a myriad of available features. Beyond mere dimensions, the new Avalon's interior design enhances the cabin's sense of spaciousness and comfort. The front seat's hip point has been lowered by 10 millimeters (0.4 inches) to help create improved headroom. The new power front seat design with increased side bolstering is more supportive and offers an expanded range of downward adjustment. In addition, the structural components of the sunroof and the headliner design have been optimized to help increase the cabin's roominess. A concave dash panel design, located in front of the passenger, helps create an expansive feeling. While the rear overhang has been reduced by 1.7 inches, the luggage compartment capacity is 16.0 cubic feet, an increase of 1.6 cubic feet as compared to the outgoing model.<br /><br />The Toyota Avalon's premium interior attains a high level of refinement by reducing wind, engine and road noise inside the cabin. The resultant interior is even significantly quieter and more comfortable than the current Avalon and it creates an ideal environment to enjoy conversation, music or Toyota's available multimedia system, Entune™. Sound absorbing materials have been strategically placed around the cabin and body structure while not inhibiting a reduction in overall vehicle weight. The windshield and front side-glass panels utilize acoustic glass that helps control sound intrusion into the cabin. Reductions in wind noise have been realized by optimizing exterior shape, specifically cowl and louver sealing, outer mirror shape and position, and wiper-blade position, which have all been developed to dramatically reduce wind noise generation. Exterior gaps and steps have also been minimized to reduce wind noise around the door glass areas.<br /><br />The new Avalon's interior utilizes premium materials and a high degree of craftsmanship to offer an upscale experience. Rich, supple leather trims the steering wheel, shift knob, and seat upholstery helping add visual and tactile appeal. Hand-crafted, decorative stitching is adopted for the steering wheel, and soft-touch materials on the dash panel and door trim elevate the vehicle's sense of tactile luxury. Smoked chrome-metallic accents are applied to the instrument panel, center console, door panel, and steering wheel surfaces to help add distinction and exceptional feel. Available push-button controlled soft white ambient lighting illuminates key regions of the interior to help convey the sense of luxury. The new Avalon's center console includes a convenient console tray that is ideal for the storage of electronic hand held devices. The new Avalon's console area is equipped with a USB port, AUX input terminal and three 12-volt power outlets to help facilitate device interface and charging.<br /><br />The new Toyota Avalon will offer innovative technologies such as advanced capacitive touch switches with positioning and sensitivity that makes them ideal for vehicle system controls. Other premium in-car technologies include three color display screens that support the multi-information display, the audio/navigation interface, and the climate control panel. An easy to use Display Audio system with 6.1 inch touchscreen is standard on the new Avalon; while a JBL Synthesis Premium Audio system, HDD Premium Navigation with 7" screen, dynamic radar cruise control, heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats, and a three-zone air conditioning system are also on the list of available features and equipment.<br /><br />Safety<br /><br />Like all Toyota models, the new Avalon will feature Toyota's Star Safety System™ standard, which includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist, and Smart Stop Technology brake-override system.<br /><br />The new Toyota Avalon helps to prioritize occupant safety with a best-in-class10 airbags system. A Pre-collision system is also available that is designed to "sense" an impending frontal collision and can help mitigate damage. A variable ratio brake pedal is adopted that varies the initial and final pedal effort ratios to help realize excellent brake pedal feel.<br /><br />In addition to a rearview monitor, Toyota Avalon offers an available Blind Spot Monitoring system which is designed to help detect vehicles behind the outer mirrors and to help alert drivers in addition to a new Rear Cross Traffic Alert system (RCTA) that can alert drivers of cross traffic when they are backing up.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-38055225672171213692012-04-06T01:11:00.003-07:002012-04-06T01:13:35.013-07:002013 Toyota Venza<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-X8XmGGmLHHg/T36lnS6ut5I/AAAAAAACYic/Vy5_7t010pg/s1600/Toyota-Venza_2013_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-X8XmGGmLHHg/T36lnS6ut5I/AAAAAAACYic/Vy5_7t010pg/s400/Toyota-Venza_2013_002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5728197870573500306" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Zmqbp8KGoEA/T36lm9dbFtI/AAAAAAACYiQ/Hm9oa9N7y-0/s1600/Toyota-Venza_2013_003.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Zmqbp8KGoEA/T36lm9dbFtI/AAAAAAACYiQ/Hm9oa9N7y-0/s400/Toyota-Venza_2013_003.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5728197864813434578" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dhax-0Y8FLg/T36lmoWMgjI/AAAAAAACYiE/y68tXdi55g0/s1600/Toyota-Venza_2013_004.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dhax-0Y8FLg/T36lmoWMgjI/AAAAAAACYiE/y68tXdi55g0/s400/Toyota-Venza_2013_004.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5728197859145974322" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-DBlTzaNL4N4/T36lnwDKx-I/AAAAAAACYio/p2H1aLqD6cg/s1600/Toyota-Venza_2013_001.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-DBlTzaNL4N4/T36lnwDKx-I/AAAAAAACYio/p2H1aLqD6cg/s400/Toyota-Venza_2013_001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5728197878393522146" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EHbOgCunJ7I/T36lYpQndcI/AAAAAAACYhs/eR_JeB9zvt4/s1600/Toyota-Venza_2013_006.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EHbOgCunJ7I/T36lYpQndcI/AAAAAAACYhs/eR_JeB9zvt4/s400/Toyota-Venza_2013_006.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5728197618872841666" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_79adYTMjO4/T36lYb2_bFI/AAAAAAACYhg/YtjwIcjDO2E/s1600/Toyota-Venza_2013_007.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_79adYTMjO4/T36lYb2_bFI/AAAAAAACYhg/YtjwIcjDO2E/s400/Toyota-Venza_2013_007.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5728197615275699282" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-LxQ5qDDTXBw/T36lX7YbgLI/AAAAAAACYhU/VGMGEqy-8HQ/s1600/Toyota-Venza_2013_008.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-LxQ5qDDTXBw/T36lX7YbgLI/AAAAAAACYhU/VGMGEqy-8HQ/s400/Toyota-Venza_2013_008.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5728197606557581490" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-I5fH5T6T2Ak/T36lXT3fHAI/AAAAAAACYhI/lvyLv5kDAxk/s1600/Toyota-Venza_2013_009.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-I5fH5T6T2Ak/T36lXT3fHAI/AAAAAAACYhI/lvyLv5kDAxk/s400/Toyota-Venza_2013_009.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5728197595950423042" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kf2KjEMQ2zc/T36lZLQqjLI/AAAAAAACYh4/yQc6zTs_8M8/s1600/Toyota-Venza_2013_005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kf2KjEMQ2zc/T36lZLQqjLI/AAAAAAACYh4/yQc6zTs_8M8/s400/Toyota-Venza_2013_005.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5728197627999849650" /></a><br />The Toyota Venza crossover now offers enhanced exterior styling, added value through several new standard convenience features and updated option packages that include the Entune™ multi-media system for 2013 model year.<br /><br />Toyota Venza's aerodynamic shape has been tastefully modified with a new upper and lower grille, fog lamps and rear taillights. The updated styling is complemented by a new 19-inch wheel design and three new exterior colors: Attitude Black, Cypress Pearl, and Cosmic Gray Mica.<br /><br />The 2013 Venza is available in LE, XLE and Limited grades. The LE and XLE models are available with all powertrain combinations: four-cylinder, V6, front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD); the Toyota Venza Limited is powered by the V6 engine only, in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive configurations. Value has been enhanced and ordering simplified with the addition of many standard features in all three grades.<br /><br />Toyota Venza was developed specifically for the North American market, appealing to customers who prioritize bold, innovative design, a luxurious and refined interior and excellent handling, but they still require roominess and versatility. Venza provides SUV flexibility with its fold-flat rear seats, spacious cargo area, elevated driver sightline, available AWD and up to 3,500-lbs. towing capacity.<br /><br />The Toyota Venza design was the creation of Toyota's Calty Design studios in Newport Beach, Calif. and Ann Arbor, Mich. Calty designers leaned toward a sleek crossover concept with a wide stance that featured a sporty exterior, but they also included important SUV attributes, such as cargo space, towing capability and available all-wheel drive performance. <br />2013 Toyota Venza<br /><br /><br />Toyota Venza was primarily engineered at Toyota Technical Center in Ann Arbor, Mich. And It is assembled at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky (TMMK), in Georgetown, Ky. More than 70 percent of Venza's components come from North American suppliers.<br /><br />Performance and Efficiency<br /><br />The 2013 Toyota Venza offers four-cylinder and V6 models in FWD and AWD versions. Venza's 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine delivers 181 horsepower at 5,800 rpm and 182 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,200 rpm. The four-cylinder Venza is EPA-rated at 21 MPG city/27 MPG highway for the FWD model and 20/25 for the AWD.<br /><br />The 3.5-liter V6 produces 268 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 246 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,700 rpm. The V6 FWD model has EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 19 MPG city/26 MPG highway and 18/25 for the AWD. Both engines are teamed with a six-speed sequential-shift electronically controlled automatic transmission with intelligence (ECT-i). The six-speed ECT-i provides an engaging driving experience and helps optimize fuel economy. Uphill/downhill shift logic selects the proper gear for driving conditions and helps provide moderate engine braking during downhill driving.<br /><br />Toyota Venza's Active Torque Control AWD System optimizes torque distribution between the front and rear wheels to help ensure stable acceleration and smooth cornering on all road surfaces. AWD offers enhanced traction and helps provide excellent overall handling in inclement weather.<br /><br />An available Towing Prep Package on V6 models equips Venza with an engine oil cooler, larger radiator fan and heavy-duty alternator.<br /><br />Handling and Ride<br /><br />Toyota Venza was designed with a lower center of gravity than typical SUVs to help provide dynamic handling, which is further enhanced by the large wheels and tires. The four-cylinder models ride on standard 19-inch, 10-spoke aluminum alloy wheels. Distinctive 20-inch five-spoke aluminum alloy wheels are standard for the V6 model. Power-assisted, ventilated front and solid rear disc brakes are standard on all models.<br /><br />Toyota Venza's body structure relies on high tensile-strength steel, gussets and cross members for its strength, rigidity and optimized weight. Front suspension consists of a rigid L-arm-type MacPherson strut with a stabilizer bar, and the rear suspension is a dual-link MacPherson strut setup with stabilizer bar. Electric power steering (EPS), with its ideally weighted steering effort, contributes to the Venza's spirited driving dynamics. EPS helps provide a more direct steering feel at both high and low speeds and delivers just-right assist when maneuvering the vehicle into tight parking spaces.<br /><br />Safety<br /><br />Toyota's STAR Safety System is standard on all Toyota models and features enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC) Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist and the Smart Stop Technology (SST).<br /><br />VSC automatically adjusts engine output and the vehicle's braking force at each wheel to help control loss of traction during cornering. TRAC helps maintain traction during challenging driving conditions. Brake Assist is designed to determine if the driver is attempting emergency braking. If the driver has not stepped firmly enough on the brake pedal to engage ABS, Brake Assist supplements the applied braking power until the driver releases the pedal. Smart Stop offers an additional level of safety by automatically reducing engine power when a vehicle's brake and accelerator pedals are applied simultaneously under certain driving conditions, helping to bring the vehicle to a controlled stop. Hill-start Assist Control (HAC), also standard on all Venza models, temporarily provides pressure to the brakes while the vehicle is stopped on an incline to help ensure easier starting with no rollback.<br /><br />In addition, Toyota Venza provides seven airbags, including a driver's knee airbag, driver and front-passenger front-seat-mounted side airbags, and front and rear side-curtain airbags. Front seat-belt pretensioners retract the seat belt in a severe frontal collision, while the dual-stage force limiters help limit the seat-belt force applied to the driver's and front passenger's chests.<br /><br />Driver and front-passenger seats employ active headrests. If the vehicle is struck from the rear, a cable-actuated mechanism will move the headrest upward and forward to help limit movement of the occupant's head.<br /><br />Comfort and Convenience<br /><br />Venza's generous utility includes several clever storage locations and lighting. The adjustable center console features a sliding cover and armrest, three iPod®/MP3 player holders with wire concealment features, and a large storage compartment.<br /><br />The center-console compartment is also equipped with a USB port, auxiliary audio jack and 12-volt power outlet. The upper portion of the center console houses the gearshift lever for easy and comfortable driver reach. An on/off switch on the overhead console enables front-seat occupants to operate all four personal overhead interior lights.<br /><br />Interior storage is further complemented by a total of 10 front and rear beverage holders (six bottle holders and four cup holders). These include dual-illuminated, sliding front cup-holders in the center console, two in the rear-seat armrest, and front- and back-door bottle holders.<br /><br />Entune Multi-Media System<br /><br />The 2013 Venza now offers the Toyota Entune multimedia system. This system leverages the mobile smartphone to provide a richer in-vehicle experience with fully integrated access to navigation, entertainment and information services.<br /><br />Toyota Entune supports engaging mobile apps, such as Bing, OpenTable, and movietickets.com, along with accessing useful travel-related services, such as live weather, traffic, fuel information (location and price), stocks, and sports. Toyota Entune has a large selection of music options available to a vehicle, including iHeartRadio's 750+ stations, and Pandora's personalized music service.<br /><br />The audio systems combined with Entune feature a best-in-class, advanced conversational voice recognition system that helps the driver to stay focused by eliminating the need to memorize thousands of voice commands.<br /><br />An Abundance of Standard Features <br /><br />The Toyota Venza LE grade comes well equipped with new standard features that include a blind spot mirror and outer mirror turn signals with puddle lamps. Additional key standard features include dual-zone automatic climate control with air filter and second-row-seat vents; eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat with power lumbar; 3.5-inch LCD multi-information display; a tilt/telescopic adjustable steering wheel with integrated audio controls; an overhead console with map lights; rear-seat adjustable personal reading lamps and three 12-volt power outlets.<br /><br />The LE also comes standard with the Display Audio system, which includes a 6.1-inch touch screen, AM/FM CD player with MP3/WMA playback capability, six speakers, auxiliary audio jack, USB port with iPod® connectivity and control, vehicle information, hands-free phone capability, phone book access and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology.<br /><br />The available Convenience Package for the Venza LE adds a power liftgate and a rear back-up camera. The Preferred Package adds a panoramic glass roof with front power moonroof and Display Audio with Navigation and Entune.<br /><br />The Venza XLE provides a major luxury and convenience upgrade to the vehicle and adds standard features such as leather-trimmed seating surfaces, steering wheel and shift knob; four-way power passenger seat; multi-stage heated front seats; driver seat memory; reverse tilt outer mirrors, Display Audio with Navigation and Entune; anti-theft system with alarm and engine immobilizer; Smart Key System with Push Button Start and illuminated entry; power rear liftgate and a back-up camera. Also standard on the XLE is a TFT multi-information display that can be customized to adjust the font size and content, and navigation voice instructions available in Spanish, French or English (XM Traffic is only available in English).<br /><br />Aside from powertrain choices, the XLE offers one major option the Premium Package, which includes a panoramic glass roof with front power moonroof, and Display Audio with Navigation , Entune and JBL®, that includes 6.1-inch Touch Screen, AM/FM CD Player with MP3/WMA Playback Capability, 13 JBL® Synthesis Speakers including Subwoofer, SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio (Includes three-month trial subscription to XM Select Package), HD Radio™ withiTunes® Tagging, Auxiliary Audio Jack, USB Port with iPod® Connectivity and Control, Vehicle Information, Hands-Free Phone Capability, Phonebook Access, Advanced Voice Recognition, and Music Streaming Via Bluetooth® Wireless Technology.<br /><br />The V6-only, top-of-line Toyota Venza Limited comes standard with the Premium HDD Navigation with Entune™ and JBL® multimedia system. The system features a seven-inch high resolution touch screen with split-screen capability, AM/FM CD Player with MP3/WMA Playback Capability, 13 JBL® Synthesis™ Speakers including Subwoofer, SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio capability (Includes three-month trial subscription to XM Select Package); HD Radio™ with iTunes® Tagging, Auxiliary Audio Jack, USB Port with iPod® Connectivity and Control, Vehicle Information, Hands-Free Phone Capability, Phonebook Access, Advanced Voice Recognition, and Music Streaming Via Bluetooth® Wireless Technology.<br /><br />The Venza Limited combines the Premium HDD Navigation with Entune and JBL and the panoramic glass roof with front power moonroof, and it adds high-intensity discharge (HID) headlights with automatic high beams and LED Daytime Running Lights. The high-beam feature detects oncoming vehicles and automatically switches the headlamps from high- to low-beam.<br /><br />Customers looking for a pet-friendly vehicle will find a wide range of pet utility accessories available at Toyota dealerships. Among the available choices are a rear liftgate pet ramp, booster seat with harness, pet buckles and rear seat zipline-style harnesses, pet carriers and bucket seat, bench seat and hammock style waterproof seat covers.<br /><br />Exterior Design<br /><br />The Venza sports an aerodynamic shape with short overhangs, forward A-pillar, crisp character lines, and a low roofline. Continuous brushstroke lines run from the front grille to the D-pillar. A bold front end features a distinctive grille, headlights and fog lamps for a sporty yet refined appearance. Toyota Venza's sophisticated and confident appearance is completed by an angled rear hatch, spoiler and wide wraparound taillights that interconnect with the hatch door. Tight tire-to-body gaps contribute to the sophisticated, refined appearance.<br /><br />The Venza design is highly practical, with a rear load-in height that is almost as low as that of the Sienna minivan. The generously sized liftgate opening enhances the vehicle's utility. An available power liftgate integrates jam protection that detects obstruction in the door's path and reverses the motor. Venza provides a low step-over height for improved ergonomics, and because the closed doors cover the rocker panels, the driver and passengers are protected from accumulated road-dust while getting into and out of the vehicle.<br /><br />Interior Design<br /><br />The Toyota Venza interior is designed to enhance driving enjoyment and offer premium comfort. Venza is available in three interior colors: Ivory, Light Gray, and Black, which is new for 2013. Each color is offered in fabric on LE and leather on XLE and Limited.<br /><br />The flow of the center console creates a unique "60/60" design that gives both the driver and front passenger the feeling that 60 percent of the space is accessible from their seating position. All grades have a standard Optitron® speedometer and tachometer. The XLE and Limited grades also include a TFT multi-color center instrument panel display. Dual-zone automatic climate system controls are centrally located on the upper console, providing easy access for both the driver and front passenger.<br /><br />Personal space lends overall comfort to the vehicle's interior with ample head room, shoulder room, hip room and couple distance. Cargo-area utility is enhanced with fold-down 60/40 rear seats, one-touch fold-down seat levers and a tonneau cover.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-6255107770912376452012-03-13T10:51:00.002-07:002012-03-13T10:54:19.382-07:002012 Toyota FCV-R Concept<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8r_SHRlVEI0/T1-JsoysE-I/AAAAAAACXbo/o7-FEAVYnlc/s1600/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8r_SHRlVEI0/T1-JsoysE-I/AAAAAAACXbo/o7-FEAVYnlc/s400/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719441451741090786" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Sxok_iPKaOY/T1-JrHdv_rI/AAAAAAACXbc/JKsIdin8rgI/s1600/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_003.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Sxok_iPKaOY/T1-JrHdv_rI/AAAAAAACXbc/JKsIdin8rgI/s400/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_003.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719441425615027890" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RqXilnlNXnI/T1-Jqn1AZnI/AAAAAAACXbQ/b86eQgTo-EI/s1600/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_004.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RqXilnlNXnI/T1-Jqn1AZnI/AAAAAAACXbQ/b86eQgTo-EI/s400/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_004.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719441417122637426" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iKnnvNJJTqs/T1-JtHbBbkI/AAAAAAACXb0/QUG-RzXx4gU/s1600/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_001.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iKnnvNJJTqs/T1-JtHbBbkI/AAAAAAACXb0/QUG-RzXx4gU/s400/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719441459963326018" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AlGeSSg12wo/T1-Jb5ANT_I/AAAAAAACXa8/JoNlv3SbMIY/s1600/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_006.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-AlGeSSg12wo/T1-Jb5ANT_I/AAAAAAACXa8/JoNlv3SbMIY/s400/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_006.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719441164034985970" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-audkf0RV7oc/T1-JbWCgyoI/AAAAAAACXas/2tg1FRO9SKs/s1600/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_007.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-audkf0RV7oc/T1-JbWCgyoI/AAAAAAACXas/2tg1FRO9SKs/s400/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_007.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719441154649410178" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QFjvXrg4wzg/T1-JbNoqIBI/AAAAAAACXag/QL0IeOKewXs/s1600/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_008.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QFjvXrg4wzg/T1-JbNoqIBI/AAAAAAACXag/QL0IeOKewXs/s400/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_008.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719441152393486354" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-D5LbU17cwRI/T1-Ja9FYpZI/AAAAAAACXaU/jCBXqncAfJM/s1600/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_009.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-D5LbU17cwRI/T1-Ja9FYpZI/AAAAAAACXaU/jCBXqncAfJM/s400/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_009.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719441147950572946" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Q6EfxVljxU8/T1-Jcsd9A0I/AAAAAAACXbE/eP0q7R88WD0/s1600/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Q6EfxVljxU8/T1-Jcsd9A0I/AAAAAAACXbE/eP0q7R88WD0/s400/Toyota-FCV-R_Concept_2012_005.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719441177849955138" /></a><br />Toyota believes that, when it comes to the development of future powertrains to safeguard sustainable mobility, one size definitely does not fit all requirements.<br /><br />Different powertrain needs and solutions are determined not only by vehicle size and travel distance, but also by regional variations in energy availability, infrastructure and regulations.<br /><br />As hybrid, plug-in hybrid, electric and fuel cell vehicles replace most of today's conventional cars, electric vehicles will be used for short-distance travel, and fuel cell vehicles for middle- to long-distance journeys.<br /><br />Reinforcing the company's environmental lead in the drive towards sustainable mobility, Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive® technology has been specifically designed to be 'future proof', and is readily adaptable to use in Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles (PHEV), Electric Vehicles (EV) and Fuel Cell Vehicles (FCV).<br /><br />The Significance of Fuel Cell Technology<br /><br />Toyota believes that the solutions to energy and emissions issues offered by the Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV) make it the closest technology yet to the ultimate eco-car, with hydrogen as an ideal, ultra-clean energy source.<br /><br />Producing electricity through a chemical reaction between hydrogen (stored in the vehicle) and oxygen (from the air), a fuel cell structure comprises electrodes and polyelectrolyte films sandwiched between separators. When hundreds of cells are stacked together, the result is a fuel cell 'stack', known as an FC stack. <br />2012 Toyota FCV-R Concept<br /><br /><br />Generating zero CO2, NOx or PM and with water vapour the only emission, a fuel cell displays outstanding energy efficiency. In theory, it can convert as much as 83% of hydrogen's energy into electric power. This is about twice the efficiency possible with current generation petrol and diesel engines.<br /><br />Not only does a hydrogen fuel cell powertrain's extreme efficiency save energy and drive down costs, it also delivers a uniquely quiet, smooth driving experience with the bare minimum of noise, vibration or harshness, while providing a long driving range and a refuelling process as quick as that of conventionally powered vehicles.<br /><br />Key Challenge: The Hydrogen Infrastructure<br /><br />Offering future global energy security, hydrogen can be made from a wide variety of raw materials, from petroleum and natural gas to biomass. It can also be produced through the electrolysis of water. Carrying out electrolysis using electricity generated from natural energy sources such as solar, wind or hydro-power enables the production of hydrogen without the commensurate generation of significant CO2 emissions.<br /><br />Nonetheless, a smooth shift to a hydrogen-based society will be a significant undertaking. Reaching a consensus on from what to make hydrogen, how to deliver it and how to implement a fuelling infrastructure depends on the combined efforts of all sectors of society, including governments.<br /><br />To that end -and in anticipation of the imminent commercialisation of a number of FCVs - Toyota, amongst other manufacturers, signed a Letter of Understanding in September 2009 calling for oil and energy companies and government organisations to cooperate in the creation of hydrogen infrastructure networks of sufficient density in Europe, Japan, Korea and the United States in 2015.<br /><br />In Europe, a hydrogen infrastructure has already begun to emerge. It is of sufficient density to allow Toyota to road test and build the profile of hydrogen fuel cells as a viable powertrain.<br /><br />Toyota's 20 Year History of Fuel Cell Development<br /><br />Toyota began work on FCVs in 1992, developing its own hydrogen fuel cells and high-pressure hydrogen storage tanks in house. The company applies its own Hybrid Synergy Drive® technology to FCV development, replacing petrol engines with fuel cells, and petrol fuel tanks with high pressure hydrogen tanks. The Toyota FC stack is a performance leader in fuel cell technology.<br /><br />Toyota demonstrated its first Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) in 1996. Every year since then, the company has improved fuel cell technology and extended its capabilities to increase performance, driving range and commercial viability.<br /><br />In 2002, Toyota developed the world's first Fuel Cell Hybrid Vehicle for limited lease, and the first FC bus certified by Japanese government. In the past decade, the company has continued its work on residential fuel cell development, put fuel cell buses on the road and, in 2008, launched the FCHV-adv.<br /><br />The Toyota FCHV-adv offered a 25% improvement in fuel efficiency and, through the use of Toyota-developed, 70 MPa high-pressure hydrogen storage tanks, had a single-fill-up cruising range of approximately 830 km -more than twice that of its predecessor. Furthermore, the Toyota FCHV-adv could operate in -30°C, greatly improving its cold weather performance.<br /><br />Fuel Cell Technology Development Challenges and Testing<br /><br />Toyota is already overcoming some of the historical barriers to the creation of marketable fuel cell vehicles. This includes closing in on its goal to offer a driving range comparable to conventional powertrains and performance at temperatures down to -35°C.<br /><br />Following further fine-tuning and technological development, Toyota will introduce an affordable sedan-type FCV which matches the performance of conventional, combustion engine vehicle in Japan, the U.S. and Europe by 2015.<br /><br />In addition, Toyota is preparing to be able to supply tens of thousands of vehicles annually in the 2020s, when FCVs are expected to achieve full, mass-market commercialisation. This market growth will be boosted by the further roll out of FCV technology, the increased availability of hydrogen refuelling stations and the reduction in costs which accompanies a maturing technology.<br /><br />The Toyota FCV-R Concept - Futuristic Styling and Advanced Infotainment<br /><br />Through the fusion of advanced technology, smart thinking and intelligent packaging, the Toyota FCV-R combines breakthrough innovation with ergonomic practicality and futuristic styling.<br /><br />Incorporating the Under Priority and Keen Look design elements of the latest Toyota family design, the front and rear styling employs a "W" motif, symbolizing the fuel cell cooling system. This creates a sleek, aerodynamically efficient cabin silhouette and a unique road presence.<br /><br />Within the clean, crisply detailed interior, the seats are 'robed' in the manner of traditional Japanese costume. A centre console-mounted, twin-screen evolution of Toyota Touch Life -recently launched on Toyota iQ- provides easy access to the main infotainment controls.<br /><br />The lower, icon-display touch-screen is designed to control the navigation, audio and air conditioning systems. Located within the driver's line of sight to minimise distraction time, the upper screen displays the most relevant driver information, including the navigation map and guidance in 3D.<br /><br />The system has been designed for easy connection with a smartphone, both replicating phone applications on the vehicle's display screen and relaying vehicle information to the phone.<br /><br />Much of the smart thinking behind the Toyota FCV-R can be seen in the interior packaging. The vehicle is just 4,745 mm long, 1,510 mm high and 1,790 mm wide. The fuel cell stack is smaller than in previous FCVs, and sits under the seats, along with twin hydrogen tanks.<br /><br />The combined volume of the hydrogen tanks equips the Toyota FCV-R with a driving range of approximately 700 km whilst generating zero CO2, NOx or PM and with water vapour the only emission. The twin hydrogen tanks and the FC stack are located beneath the vehicle floor, maximising both cabin and luggage space to create an entirely practical family sedan.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-35259001480009716252012-03-13T10:41:00.003-07:002012-03-13T10:43:36.786-07:002012 Toyota FT-Bh Concept<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AAjclWkvAQE/T1-HOqyJYOI/AAAAAAACXYQ/Xm0RwwDs_0A/s1600/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AAjclWkvAQE/T1-HOqyJYOI/AAAAAAACXYQ/Xm0RwwDs_0A/s400/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719438737856356578" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zRbWSz8R96Y/T1-HOYEegGI/AAAAAAACXYA/mB40duAhxRA/s1600/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_003.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zRbWSz8R96Y/T1-HOYEegGI/AAAAAAACXYA/mB40duAhxRA/s400/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_003.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719438732832964706" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-F74R1YvVAOo/T1-HOFU6OUI/AAAAAAACXX4/2uGoiiW8Xlc/s1600/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_004.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-F74R1YvVAOo/T1-HOFU6OUI/AAAAAAACXX4/2uGoiiW8Xlc/s400/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_004.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719438727801616706" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-C_rXhP-SVP0/T1-HPFzAcZI/AAAAAAACXYc/8cjhBJeF1KI/s1600/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_001.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-C_rXhP-SVP0/T1-HPFzAcZI/AAAAAAACXYc/8cjhBJeF1KI/s400/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719438745107722642" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZM0sYWmfgt0/T1-G7Sb6LfI/AAAAAAACXXg/xT_cHlidIIs/s1600/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_006.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZM0sYWmfgt0/T1-G7Sb6LfI/AAAAAAACXXg/xT_cHlidIIs/s400/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_006.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719438404903120370" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dliIGkLrjkU/T1-G670R72I/AAAAAAACXXU/ILU_HianwP4/s1600/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_007.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dliIGkLrjkU/T1-G670R72I/AAAAAAACXXU/ILU_HianwP4/s400/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_007.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719438398831325026" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HDqrsdGbMOA/T1-G6qeLflI/AAAAAAACXXE/ZhGDaZ6g-dc/s1600/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_008.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HDqrsdGbMOA/T1-G6qeLflI/AAAAAAACXXE/ZhGDaZ6g-dc/s400/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_008.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719438394175225426" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1UU1eMWclqM/T1-G6IZeOTI/AAAAAAACXW8/oI4WkXL-0LY/s1600/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_009.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1UU1eMWclqM/T1-G6IZeOTI/AAAAAAACXW8/oI4WkXL-0LY/s400/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_009.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719438385028675890" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_bhIEHILD2Q/T1-G71kHRAI/AAAAAAACXXs/uaWce3XKoGY/s1600/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_bhIEHILD2Q/T1-G71kHRAI/AAAAAAACXXs/uaWce3XKoGY/s400/Toyota-FT-Bh_Concept_2012_005.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719438414332773378" /></a><br />Making its World Premiere at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, the Toyota FT-Bh concept is an ultra-light, sub-800 kg, full hybrid vehicle designed to lower fuel consumption and minimise emissions for an affordable B-segment family car.<br /><br />Clearly expressing the Under Priority design language and Keen Look styling of Toyota's next generation vehicles, the FT-Bh has the dimensions of a B-segment vehicle. It is 3,985 mm long, 1,695 mm wide and 1,400 mm high, with a long wheelbase of 2,570 mm.<br /><br />The new concept's design is driven by 5 key pillars targeting optimum fuel efficiency and minimised emissions: Mass Reduction; Driving Resistance in the form of aerodynamics and tyre rolling resistance; Powertrain Efficiency; Thermal Energy Management and Electricity Saving.<br /><br />Combining a highly significant reduction in weight for a car of this class with painstaking aerodynamics, a rigorous reduction in driving resistance and a frugal yet highly efficient full hybrid powertrain, the Toyota FT-Bh concept is projected to deliver an average fuel consumption of just 2.1 l/100 km and CO2 emissions of only 49 g/km.<br /><br />The FT-Bh targets CO2 emissions which are less than half those of the current 1.0 litre Yaris. But only through the mass-production of an affordable ultra-low emissions vehicle can sales volumes be large enough to make a genuine contribution to the real world reduction of total vehicle CO2 emissions on a global scale.<br /><br />Aimed, therefore, at maximum affordability, the techniques and thought processes demonstrated in the concept's design do not involve the use of exotic, expensive materials or complex procedures, but only those already commonplace to the automotive industry. <br />2012 Toyota FT-Bh Concept<br /><br /><br />Moreover, the goals of light vehicle weight, a low centre of gravity and maximum powertrain efficiency are beneficial not only in terms of low fuel consumption and emissions, but also in offering a more responsive, agile and engaging driving experience.<br /><br />Design<br /><br />Styled under the 'Ecomotion' theme, the Toyota FT-Bh concept's exterior design combines emotive shapes with an extremely high level of aerodynamic performance to achieve ultra-low fuel consumption.<br /><br />Its form inspired almost entirely by the natural flow of air over the exterior surfaces, the concept represents a new approach to bodywork design. Key panels such as the roof are formed to represent fabric stretched taut between fastening points, reflecting their ultra-lightweight composition.<br /><br />Inheriting elements of Toyota's Under Priority design language and Keen Look styling, the front of the vehicle is dominated by a large undergrille, a powerfully sculpted bonnet and vertical headlamps integrated into the front wings.<br /><br />The stretched fabric styling of the roof panels adds a feeling of lightness to the vehicle. This is further emphasised by ultra-slim A- and C-pillars which maximise the glazed area of the cockpit for improved visibility and perceived cabin spaciousness.<br /><br />The FT-Bh's arch-shaped rear creates a stable stance with low centre of gravity. With the cabin merging seamlessly into the rear of the vehicle, an uplifted rear bumper and crisp, chevron-shaped corner elements, the styling optimises aerodynamic performance, contributing to a low drag coefficient of only 0.235 Cd.<br /><br />The stretched fabric panel design theme is continued throughout the car's interior styling, and is readily apparent in the form of the centre console, dashboard, seats and steering wheel. The concave form of the centre console creates a driver-focused cockpit whilst maintaining a feeling of both lightness and spaciousness.<br /><br />Reduced Overall Mass <br /><br />Fabricated in a combination of high-tensile steel, aluminium and magnesium, the Toyota FT-Bh concept targets an overall mass reduction of some 25% over the 1,030 kg 1.0 litre Yaris, bringing its total weight down to just 786 kg.<br /><br />Because the hybrid powertrain is marginally heavier than a conventional 1.0 litre engine, the overall mass reduction required of the bodyshell, interior trim, chassis and electronics is actually some 340 kg, or 33% of the Yaris' weight.<br /><br />Conversely, the FT-Bh's full hybrid powertrain adds some 60 kg in weight to the concept.<br /><br />Toyota engineers have identified reduction targets of 33% for the body and chassis -with no detriment to safety performance- and 27% for the powertrain and electronics. With a body-in-white mass reduction of 20-25%, key to achieving a total mass reduction of over 30% is a reduction in the weight of interior parts and trim by approximately 50%.<br /><br />This is reflected in the minimalist interior design of the Toyota FT-Bh concept, which features the minimum of structure and lightweight components of high torsional stiffness to combine superior ergonomics and functionality with the lowest possible weight.<br /><br />Such a large saving in the weight of cabin parts has a highly significant 'ripple effect' in weight reduction throughout the rest of the vehicle. For instance, it reduces the applied load on both the body structure and the suspension, allowing for a commensurate downsizing of components. It also leads to a reduction in the required engine displacement, saving both weight and thermal energy losses.<br /><br />Further benefits of such a substantial reduction in vehicle mass include a lower centre of gravity -just 541 mm- for more responsive, agile handling and powerful braking, and a reduction in production costs, making the vehicle more readily affordable to a larger cross-section of customers.<br /><br />Lowered Driving Resistance<br /><br />Measures to save fuel by reducing the road load of the Toyota FT-Bh concept are focused on aerodynamics and a tyre rolling resistance coefficient reduction. Minimisation of the aerodynamic coefficient of drag and the vehicle's particularly small frontal area target a resistance reduction of 25%. And the use of low rolling resistance tyres accounts for a significant improvement in fuel efficiency.<br /><br />The concept is a comprehensive study in next generation aerodynamic techniques. It features air curtain intakes to the frontal extremities, air-stream alloy wheels, airflow-disrupting door mirrors replaced by cameras, handle-less electric latch doors, a pagoda roof with a dropped rear section, and a sharply cut rear end section incorporating an air outlet slit and an underfloor spoiler to smooth the flow of air away from the rear of the vehicle.<br /><br />In combination, these measures lower the FT-Bh's coefficient of drag from a B-segment average of about 0.29 Cd to just 0.235.<br /><br />The new Toyota concept highlights several cyclical 'efficiency benefit sequences' made possible by the synergy between aerodynamics and fuel efficiency.<br /><br />For example, if fuel efficiency is improved, then the powertrain generates less heat, and the cooling system can be downsized. This allows for a reduction in the amount of cooling air necessary, allowing the front of the vehicle to be changed. This change lowers the coefficient of drag, in turn leading to a further improvement in fuel efficiency.<br /><br />The fuel tank provides a further example: if fuel efficiency improves, the fuel tank can be downsized. Downsizing the fuel tank allows the amount of air that flows under the rear of the car to increase, which decreases resistance. Aerodynamic drag is reduced, leading to an additional improvement in fuel efficiency.<br /><br />The concept rides on narrow, large diameter, 145/55R18 low rolling resistance tyres, which make a further significant contribution to lowering the FT-Bh's road load and driving resistance with no loss of grip or traction.<br /><br />High Efficiency Powertrain<br /><br />The Toyota FT-Bh's full hybrid drive system is a masterpiece of powertrain downsizing. Almost 90 kg lighter than the Prius' HSD system, it features substantial weight savings to every component of the drive-line.<br /><br />The petrol engine is 38 kg lighter than that of the Prius. And the lithium-ion battery pack weight is almost half that of the Prius' nickel-metalhydride battery.<br /><br />The lightweight, 2-cylinder, 1.0 litre Atkinson cycle petrol engine combines high efficiency with a low thermal capacity. Combustion efficiency has been maximised through the adoption of a long stroke, a high, 13:1 compression ratio, a next generation D4 injection system with a high fuel-injection pressure, a larger Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system with cooling and a high tumble port design.<br /><br />Ultra-low friction measures have been applied to the axis receivers, timing belt and electric water pump, and painstaking thermal energy management involves the use of a low heat capacity, reduced cold friction and the careful control of heat flow to regulate engine oil and water temperatures.<br /><br />As a result, this remarkable powertrain achieves an average fuel consumption of only 2.1 l/100 km, and CO2 emissions of just 49 g/km.<br /><br />A combination of light vehicle weight and hybrid power offers FT-Bh drivers a return to the fundamental pleasures of city driving. The concept's light, 786 kg kerb weight maximises responsiveness to both throttle and brake inputs, while the hybrid powertrain's electric motor produces maximum torque from a standstill to provide nimble drivability in traffic.<br /><br />Reinforcing the adaptability of Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive® technology to alternative energy sources, the FT-Bh also serves as a study for even greater fuel efficiency in the mid-term future through the potential installation of two alternative powertrains: a compressed natural gas hybrid (CNG-HV) version with CO2 emissions of only 38 g/km, and a Plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version emitting just 19 g/km of CO2.<br /><br />Thermal Energy Management and 50% Electricity Saving<br /><br />The Toyota FT-Bh targets improvements in the recovery of thermal energy and a 50% reduction in electricity consumption.<br /><br />Using the twin strategies of a reduction in demand for heat and a reduction in heat loss, further stringent measures are applied within the interior. The FT-Bh uses lighter cabin components that have a smaller thermal capacity or a high degree of thermal insulation. Carefully zoned air-conditioning targets only occupied areas of the cabin, and any remaining waste heat -already minimised due to the ultra-high-efficiency hybrid powertrain- is effectively used.<br /><br />The current draw from the FT-Bh's LED headlamps, interior lighting and other electrical components has been drastically reduced, lowering power consumption to 50% of that of conventional cars. The glazing construction has been designed for maximum thermal efficiency, and even the concept's pearl white, matte-finish heat-reflecting paint possesses excellent thermal insulation characteristics.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-23673698513896650442012-03-13T10:28:00.003-07:002012-03-13T10:30:35.567-07:002013 Toyota GT 86<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-r9qCpDguCYU/T1-ELYj2RJI/AAAAAAACXU0/_uNcEbWkQGU/s1600/Toyota-GT_86_2013_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-r9qCpDguCYU/T1-ELYj2RJI/AAAAAAACXU0/_uNcEbWkQGU/s400/Toyota-GT_86_2013_002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719435382890054802" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZRLy3DKda-s/T1-ELM3oYrI/AAAAAAACXUo/I1LyR6h3HuM/s1600/Toyota-GT_86_2013_003.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZRLy3DKda-s/T1-ELM3oYrI/AAAAAAACXUo/I1LyR6h3HuM/s400/Toyota-GT_86_2013_003.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719435379751805618" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WctZB8m4L4Y/T1-EKtqf9sI/AAAAAAACXUc/jDIT-KQrTdM/s1600/Toyota-GT_86_2013_004.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WctZB8m4L4Y/T1-EKtqf9sI/AAAAAAACXUc/jDIT-KQrTdM/s400/Toyota-GT_86_2013_004.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719435371375228610" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lQ4J1ZOQdPY/T1-EL7SAmQI/AAAAAAACXU8/zKJEc7Isa2w/s1600/Toyota-GT_86_2013_001.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lQ4J1ZOQdPY/T1-EL7SAmQI/AAAAAAACXU8/zKJEc7Isa2w/s400/Toyota-GT_86_2013_001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719435392210475266" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zfQ0997H-v0/T1-D8vFWg3I/AAAAAAACXUA/eBce5vz95C0/s1600/Toyota-GT_86_2013_006.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zfQ0997H-v0/T1-D8vFWg3I/AAAAAAACXUA/eBce5vz95C0/s400/Toyota-GT_86_2013_006.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719435131238122354" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-AfmSiAbrugU/T1-D8GH1VyI/AAAAAAACXT4/rvrz_cbrYGM/s1600/Toyota-GT_86_2013_007.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-AfmSiAbrugU/T1-D8GH1VyI/AAAAAAACXT4/rvrz_cbrYGM/s400/Toyota-GT_86_2013_007.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719435120242677538" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xFWVNyCoZuQ/T1-D7QV02gI/AAAAAAACXTs/v8B-MSXZS60/s1600/Toyota-GT_86_2013_008.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xFWVNyCoZuQ/T1-D7QV02gI/AAAAAAACXTs/v8B-MSXZS60/s400/Toyota-GT_86_2013_008.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719435105805851138" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Tvjv482zwPs/T1-D7OQjGEI/AAAAAAACXTg/BWoH_P9UV44/s1600/Toyota-GT_86_2013_009.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Tvjv482zwPs/T1-D7OQjGEI/AAAAAAACXTg/BWoH_P9UV44/s400/Toyota-GT_86_2013_009.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719435105246844994" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-tl7oY5novng/T1-D824huXI/AAAAAAACXUM/-kjsOE4euLg/s1600/Toyota-GT_86_2013_005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-tl7oY5novng/T1-D824huXI/AAAAAAACXUM/-kjsOE4euLg/s400/Toyota-GT_86_2013_005.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719435133331814770" /></a><br />Toyota's eagerly awaited, compact 2+2 sports car, the GT 86, makes its European debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.<br /><br />On sale throughout Europe in the summer of 2012, the Toyota GT 86 is an entirely driver-oriented vehicle. It gives form to the pure, intrinsic joy of driving through precise, instantaneous response to even the smallest throttle or steering inputs, for those who regard driving as a passion rather than a necessity.<br /><br />With a low, highly aerodynamic bodyshell stretched tight over the engineering hard points, the new GT 86 is based on an entirely new platform. Shunning a heavy, large displacement powertrain for its performance, the GT 86 returns to Toyota's sporting roots with the world's only combination of a compact, front-mounted, free-revving, horizontally opposed 'boxer' petrol engine and rear-wheel drive.<br /><br />This unique powertrain format combines with the world's most compact four-seat design, light weight, low inertia and a low centre of gravity for the best possible power-to-weight ratio. These attributes award the GT 86 lively, accessible performance, highly engaging, readily exploitable dynamic abilities with minimal electronic intrusion, and maximum driving pleasure.<br /><br />Conceived to focus specifically on the purity of the classic sports car experience, designed by a passionate team of engineers, honed through competition and fine-tuned to satisfy the most discerning enthusiast, The GT 86 inherits the spirit of former Toyota sports cars to reward drivers with pure driving involvement. <br />2013 Toyota GT 86<br /><br /><br />The Number 86<br /><br />Though paying homage to both the exhilarating drivability of the Corolla Levin AE86 and its unique relationship with owners, enthusiasts and tuning shops, the number 86 has played a further, significant role throughout the development of Toyota's new sports car.<br /><br />The boxer engine's square bore and stroke set-up of 86 mm x 86 mm proves ideal, remaining faithful to Toyota's long, sports engine history. The legendary 3M engine of the 2000GT and the 1G-G engine of the Supra were both in-line six-cylinder configurations with a square bore and stroke of 75 mm. And the in-line, four-cylinder unit in the Celica and MR2 had a square bore and stroke of 86 mm.<br /><br />Even the diameter of the Toyota GT 86's chrome-tipped exhaust opening measures exactly 86 mm…<br /><br />Packaged to Deliver the Ultimate in Sports Driving Enjoyment<br /><br />4,240 mm long, 1,775 mm wide, only 1,285 mm high and with a wheelbase of 2,570 mm, the new GT 86 is the world's most compact four-seater sports car.<br /><br />Comprehensive weight saving measures result in a vehicle mass of around 1,200kg.<br /><br />The flat-four format of the front-mounted boxer engine combines with the lowest driver hip-point of any Toyota production vehicle -just 400 mm- to give the GT 86 an ultra-low centre of gravity of only 460 mm.<br /><br />Both the powertrain and driving position have been set as low and as far back as possible to optimise balance, giving the GT 86 near-perfect, 53:47 weight distribution. The ideal static weight distribution varies according to engine power; a 51:49 front bias suiting vehicles with approximately 150 hp, a similar chassis with 300 hp better suited to a 50:50 distribution.<br /><br />Toyota engineers established that, during spirited driving, the Toyota GT 86's 53:47 front bias produced the ideal response to even subtle steering, throttle and brake inputs, allowing drivers to readily control dynamic weight distribution for the best possible vehicle behaviour.<br /><br />Fine-tuning of the GT 86's suspension, brakes and steering maximises the benefits of its minimal mass, supercar-rivalling lack of inertia and ultra-low centre of gravity, allowing drivers to fully exploit the purity of the new Toyota sports car's outstandingly nimble handling, dynamic agility and cornering poise.<br /><br />The front MacPherson strut and rear double wishbone suspension systems have been fine-tuned to react instantly to driver input. At 23 N/mm, the GT 86's front spring rates are, in fact, softer than the 25 N/mm settings of its Subaru counterpart. This softer front spring rate deliberately allows for slight body roll on initial turn-in, creating the perfect relationship between steering feel and vehicle behaviour exhibited by a classic front-engine/rear-drive platform.<br /><br />Large, powerful ventilated disc brakes to both front and rear wheels offer a different brake pedal feel to that of any other Toyota. Brake response to pedal input has been tuned to provide precise modulation, assisting drivers in car control finesse by allowing for the smoothest possible dynamic weight transfer under braking.<br /><br />Paying tribute to the legendary Black Racing wheels of the AE86, The GT 86's 17" alloy wheels feature a unique centre hub design. Toyota's traditional centre cap diameter is 60 mm, but this has been reduced to 49 mm, saving weight for no loss of rigidity, whilst making the spokes appear longer, and the wheels larger.<br /><br />Toyota engineers determined that the dynamic potential of the Toyota GT 86 should not rely on high-performance tyres, and the new sports car is equipped with identical 17" tyres to those fitted to the Prius.<br /><br />With very neutral, predictable properties, these tyres allow drivers to exploit the maximum potential of the chassis and suspension. Engineering the GT 86 to handle well on Prius tyres also ensures that customers who upgrade to high performance tyres will readily appreciate the net performance again.<br /><br />World First Horizontally Opposed Engine with Toyota D-4S technology<br /><br />The GT 86's 2.0 litre, naturally-aspirated petrol engine is the result of a joint development between Subaru and Toyota, bringing together their technical know-how and mutual passion for sports cars.<br /><br />To Subaru's newly developed, horizontally opposed, 1,998cc, four-cylinder boxer engine, Toyota has added its D-4S technology. With separate twin injectors for both direct and port injection, and a high compression ratio of 12.5:1, D-4S increases power and torque over a wide range of engine speeds without sacrificing fuel efficiency and environmental performance.<br /><br />With a namesake 86 mm x 86 mm bore and stroke, the new engine develops 200 DIN hp at 7,000 rpm and maximum torque of 205 Nm at 6,600 rpm, giving the GT 86 brisk, engaging performance and a top speed of over 220 km/h. Conversely, the new Toyota sports car returns an estimated average fuel consumption of 6.9 l/100 km, and generates low CO2 emissions of around 160 g/km.<br /><br />The flat-four engine may be mated to either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. The manual transmission offers quick, precise shifting via the highly engaging action of a tactile, short-throw lever, whilst the automatic transmission is controlled by sporting, steering wheel-mounted paddle shifts.<br /><br />Power is distributed to the rear wheels via a limited slip differential, optimising traction and grip under all driving conditions. And the GT 86's ABS and switchable VSC safety systems have been specifically tuned to combine dynamic stability at the limit of the vehicle's performance envelope with minimal electronic intrusion on the purity of the driving experience.<br /><br />Evocative Design Combining Iconic Styling with Functional Beauty<br /><br />Designed under the 'Neo Functionalism' concept, the GT 86 combines the technical constraints of the most compact dimensions possible, a low centre of gravity and excellent, F1 technology-inspired aerodynamic performance with evocative, sweeping styling recalling the heritage of past Toyota sports cars.<br /><br />The bold, simple yet iconic styling incorporates two key pillars of a new Toyota design language: Under Priority frontal design, which places the emphasis on an enlarged lower grille, focusing attention on the lower part of the car for a distinctive, more assertive appearance, and a Keen Look approach for clear, intelligent and expressive styling.<br /><br />The new design language is enhanced by bold 'scorpion' styling to the lower grille, giving the Toyota GT 86 an even more aggressive, sporting appearance. Further sporting details include an exclusive, T-mesh grille design, purpose made 17" alloy wheels, a rear spoiler, twin rear exhausts with a connecting rod motif at the tip and the front wing-mounted '86' piston logo.<br /><br />The '86' piston logo not only highlights the car's unique, front boxer engine rear-wheel drive powertrain format, but also represents the vehicle tyres sliding in a four-wheel drift, highlighting the perfect balance of the GT 86 at the limits of the performance envelope.<br /><br />The GT 86 design uses a unique concept called 'Aero Sandwiching'. The car is pushed by air from the top, bottom and both sides -basically sandwiched by air from all directions- which stabilises it both vertically and horizontally. In this way the car is stabilised with no negative impact on the drag coeffiecient.<br /><br />The dented contour on the 'pagoda' roof is an example of this system at work, and similar treatment has also been applied to the underbody. Additionally, stabilising canard fins known as 'sakana' (meaning 'fish' in Japanese), are attached throughout. The location of sakana both on the sides and the underbody of the GT 86 further contribute to lateral stability.<br /><br />Ergonomic, Functional, Driver Focused Cockpit<br /><br />On board, the entirely driver-focused cockpit re-evaluates the essence of sports car driving through the detailed examination of the ergonomics and functionality of every element with which the driver interacts, allowing the GT 86 to be driven as if it were a natural extension of the driver's body.<br /><br />The seat design has been painstakingly honed to ergonomic perfection through Nurburgring circuit testing, and under race conditions, to ensure it remains comfortable over long periods behind the wheel.<br /><br />The seatbacks and cushion surfaces are designed to provide optimum support under acceleration G-forces from the front, back and sides. In addition, the shape of the front seat is designed not only for comfort, but also to prevent elbows from interfering with gearshift operation.<br /><br />The steering wheel has a diameter of just 365 mm, the smallest yet fitted to a Toyota, and its buckskin finish has been developed through exhaustive feedback from test drivers to offer enhanced steering performance and maximum grip under all cockpit conditions.<br /><br />Built around the large tachometer, the three meter instrument cluster has been designed with particular attention paid to display placement, markings and typeface, ensuring optimum, at-a-glance visibility and readability during sports driving. Within the tachometer, a red shift light illuminates at 6,300 rpm, helping drivers change gear at optimum engine revs.<br /><br />Maximising the driver's all-round visibility has played a key role in the GT 86's interior design. The powerful, front and rear wheel arch flares have been designed to be visible both through the windscreen and rear view mirrors, helping the driver place the car accurately on the road. And a 'floating' centre high-mount stop lamp helps improve rear visibility.<br /><br />The Toyota GT 86 interior also features the world's first frameless rearview mirror. This stylish, lightweight design maximises the driver's view astern without overly impeding the view forward through the windscreen.<br /><br />The dedicated driving focus of the cockpit is further reinforced by a centre console-mounted engine start button, carbon effect trim, a sporting, all-black roof lining, red upholstery stitching, aviation-style rocker switchgear, lightweight aluminium pedals and a choice of Black or Black and Red interior colour schemes.<br /><br />A Car Inspired by a 50 Year Heritage of Front-Engined, Rear-Wheel Drive Sports Cars<br /><br />Toyota has a 50 year history of creating exciting, driver-focused, front-engined rear-wheel drive sports cars that have proved as popular with the public as they have been successful in competition.<br /><br />The new GT 86 captures the best elements of three key models from that rich sporting heritage: the Toyota Sports 800, the Toyota 2000GT and the AE86.<br /><br />Though the GT 86 launches as the world's only front-mounted horizontally opposed engine and rear-wheel drive package, it cannot claim to be the first. That honour goes to Toyota's two-cylinder boxer engined Sports 800, which the company began developing in 1962.<br /><br />With its compact body and excellent fuel efficiency, the Sports 800 achieved great success in endurance races. The low centre of gravity of the boxer engine and front-engine, rear-drive powertrain format was considered ideal for a car providing maximum driving entertainment. For this reason, the GT 86 has adopted this classic layout for the first time since the Toyota Sports 800.<br /><br />The beautiful 2000GT, a 2.0 litre straight-six-powered coupe first displayed at the 1965 Tokyo Motor Show, helped establish the company's global reputation as a sports car manufacturer.<br /><br />Even now, its styling appears sophisticated, cool and fresh. During the development of the GT 86, a 2000GT was put next to the clay model of new sports car being developed by the designers. Without receiving any specific instructions, the designers continued their work, occasionally looking at the 2000GT. As a result, their work infused the Toyota GT 86 with the spirit of the 2000GT without imitating it.<br /><br />From the AE86, the GT 86 inherits not its hardware, but its spirit. The AE86 was not an extreme sports car. It was moderately priced, with a mass-produced engine and a compact, front engine, rear-wheel drive body.<br /><br />The Corolla Levin AE86's front engined, rear-wheel drive powertrain, compact dimensions, light weight, impeccable balance and superior power-to-weight ratio made it the must-have choice for rallying and circuit driving throughout its 1983-1987 production life.<br /><br />A genuinely lightweight machine which offers the intimacy and involvement of a car that can be driven as if it were an extension of the driver's body, the Toyota GT 86 perfectly recaptures the exhilarating spirit of the last Corolla Levin AE86 and, with numerous customisable parts, shares its aim to be an affordable car that evolves with its owner.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-87898574404145542312012-02-23T22:55:00.003-08:002012-02-23T22:57:22.965-08:002012 Toyota Prius<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ln4r41cHPZg/T0c0wKYYSvI/AAAAAAACVHc/i6W51zhNHng/s1600/Toyota-Prius_2012_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; 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margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4dFC8vhjRnM/T0c0xbv3fOI/AAAAAAACVHk/9G4azAlpdhU/s400/Toyota-Prius_2012_001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712592676209523938" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qHlmUqBz400/T0c0j-hWU5I/AAAAAAACVGs/7YhANtBXvqM/s1600/Toyota-Prius_2012_006.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qHlmUqBz400/T0c0j-hWU5I/AAAAAAACVGs/7YhANtBXvqM/s400/Toyota-Prius_2012_006.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712592445025702802" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uyKY9uz60Qc/T0c0jfG6ShI/AAAAAAACVGg/I664HVlYwpc/s1600/Toyota-Prius_2012_007.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uyKY9uz60Qc/T0c0jfG6ShI/AAAAAAACVGg/I664HVlYwpc/s400/Toyota-Prius_2012_007.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712592436593314322" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8Q0oxcoTtvk/T0c0jJh8VEI/AAAAAAACVGU/D5pA5lxbdss/s1600/Toyota-Prius_2012_008.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-8Q0oxcoTtvk/T0c0jJh8VEI/AAAAAAACVGU/D5pA5lxbdss/s400/Toyota-Prius_2012_008.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712592430801114178" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-aQ2W-d53rJQ/T0c0ijrwPTI/AAAAAAACVGI/hMAd_ZhLGW0/s1600/Toyota-Prius_2012_009.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-aQ2W-d53rJQ/T0c0ijrwPTI/AAAAAAACVGI/hMAd_ZhLGW0/s400/Toyota-Prius_2012_009.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712592420641717554" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1TuLy0aSgwA/T0c0kYCOS6I/AAAAAAACVG4/2iYVpbo5kic/s1600/Toyota-Prius_2012_005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1TuLy0aSgwA/T0c0kYCOS6I/AAAAAAACVG4/2iYVpbo5kic/s400/Toyota-Prius_2012_005.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712592451874474914" /></a><br />While Toyota continues to roll out its full hybrid technology to new market segments through models such as the Auris Hybrid and Yaris Hybrid, the Prius remains the most recognizable product to feature Toyota's full hybrid powertrain design.<br /><br />The new Toyota Prius features a revised exterior design, improved interior sensorial quality, enhanced instrumentation and a range of affordable multimedia and advanced navigation systems: Toyota Touch, Toyota Touch & Go Plus and Toyota Touch Pro.<br /><br />The Toyota Prius remains a front-runner in the field of technological innovation. Each generation has introduced new, high technology features to the segment ahead of their time.<br /><br />The third generation Toyota Prius, launched in 2009, showcases a Head-up Display, projecting useful information onto the base of the windscreen, including vehicle speed, the Eco Drive Monitor and the status of the optional Pre-Crash Safety and Active Cruise Control systems.<br /><br />A steering-wheel mounted Touch Tracer display switch allows the driver to control the audio system, the air-conditioning and the ECO Drive Monitor without the need to look down, or remove his or her hands from the wheel.<br /><br />A Pre-Crash Safety system, which incorporates Adaptive Cruise Control, uses sensors located under the front grille to predict possible collisions and triggers a series of intelligent safety features. The system will automatically pre-tension seatbelts, activate an audible, Brake Assist alarm and, if a collision is unavoidable, activate automatic braking. This lessens the potential impact and damage if a collision occurs. <br />2012 Toyota Prius<br /><br /><br />Intelligent Parking Assist enables the Toyota Prius to automatically manoeuvre into the chosen parking spot. Using ultrasonic sensors and a rear view camera, the system calculates the steering movements needed to reverse into a parking space. The driver has only to control the vehicle speed.<br /><br />The third generation Toyota Prius also introduces the world-first combination of a solar ventilation system and remote controlled air conditioning. The former prevents the interior air temperature from rising when the Prius is parked whilst, in conjunction, the air conditioning may be activated remotely, using the large capacity hybrid battery to cool the interior for up to three minutes before occupancy.<br /><br />Only 2 years after its launch, nearly 100,000 third generation Toyota Prius have been sold in Europe. And it continues to appeal to customers choosing Toyota for the first time. During the first half of 2011, 50% of European Prius sales were to customers coming to the Toyota brand from one of our competitors .<br /><br />The new Prius, presented at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, features a new, more dynamic frontal treatment. The revised, Under Priority front bumper design places the emphasis on an enlarged lower grille, in keeping with the new face of the next generation Toyota family. A new, clear lens headlamp design features a revised LED lamp configuration, and daytime running lights have been incorporated in the bumper.<br /><br />The door mirrors, which include redesigned indicator lamps, now have a power-folding function and the rear combination lamps have been redesigned to make the car instantly recognisable in the dark. The optional solar roof can be now ordered with a choice of a new 15" wheel design or the existing 17" alloys.<br /><br />The new Toyota Prius will be available in a range of 8 exterior colours, of which two, Bordeaux and Dark Blue, are new.<br /><br />On board, the sensorial quality of the Prius interior has been raised through the availability of a new, black interior, the addition of silver inserts to the air vents and centre console, a hybrid-blue push start button and the availability of new, high grade seat upholstery.<br /><br />The centre console includes a newly designed arm rest which opens vertically and has an integrated open-type cup holder finished with a silver ring. Inside the arm rest, the USB and AUX connections are now located at the front of the storage space.<br /><br />The multi-information display has been improved with a 16 gradation-step Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD), which gives a clearer and more three-dimensional display.<br /><br />Driving support functions now include an EV indicator lamp and two new functions: Monthly Fuel Consumption Record shows the average fuel consumption of both the current and 5 previous months. Eco Savings allows the user to set a target fuel consumption (e.g. that of his previous car) and current fuel price. When the actual fuel consumption is lower than the preset target value, the meter displays the amount of money the user has saved during the month.<br /><br />The new Toyota Prius' Intelligent Parking Assist system has been improved to allow even more efficient and faster parking manoeuvres. It is now able to recognize parking spaces even when there are no parking bay lines. In addition, monitor displays and voice navigation will guide the driver to the necessary starting point for the system to be activated when space sufficient for parking is detected.<br /><br />The new Prius offers customers a unique range of multimedia equipment choices. Fitted as standard, Toyota Touch, a 6.1 inch, full colour, touch-screen interface, represents a new approach to convenient, affordable, on-board multimedia systems. It includes a CD/MP3 player, Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity with streaming facility, a USB port, the facility to display iPod album cover art, a rear view camera, access to vehicle settings and an Energy Flow monitor.<br /><br />Toyota Touch & Go Plus builds on the Toyota Touch multimedia unit by adding numerous new, advanced technology features to Toyota's remarkable touch-screen multimedia system.<br /><br />Equipped with 11 speakers, it features advanced voice recognition for navigation address input, one-shot destination entry, music search and play, and phone contact search and call. It also incorporates email send and receive, a text-to-speech message readout facility, a calendar and, through a Gracenote database, a 'Play More Like This' music function.<br /><br />Enhanced satellite navigation mapping incorporates 3D city modeling and landmarks, and an additional Traffic Patterns database showing the average speed on road segments en route depending on time, day and month. The system includes 3 years free map and software updating.<br /><br />Toyota Touch Pro is the most sophisticated satellite navigation system yet offered by Toyota. This premium quality multimedia system features a high-resolution 7.0 inch touch-screen interface with a 'home' screen, displaying the most relevant air-conditioning, audio and navigation information.<br /><br />With a choice of 20 menu and guidance languages, the system covers the whole of Europe. It offers a comprehensive range of advanced features including voice recognition, automatic map zoom at intersections, 3D city model and landmark graphics, an on-line Points of Interest search facility and the projection of supplementary driver's navigational guidance in the head-up display.<br /><br />The system also provides access to SMS messages and emails, and includes a 'text-to-speech' message readout facility. A rear camera with dynamic guidance lines to help manoeuvring in confined spaces is fitted as standard.<br /><br />Toyota Touch Pro also incorporates DAB/DAB+/DMB digital radio as standard, making it compatible with a new advanced Transport Protocol Export Group (TPEG) traffic information service . Based on a digital communication channel, TPEG represents a significant improvement over existing, RDS-TMC analogue systems because it can carry far more information .<br /><br />Not only will its pin-point accuracy enable better navigation routing, but it will also supplement a basic traffic event and flow service with information on parking availability and fuel prices, adding additional information including speed limits and weather thereafter.<br /><br />Each of the new multimedia systems can be combined with a JBL Premium Sound System featuring GreenEdge technology (standard on Toyota Touch Pro) which helps to maximize energy efficiency by reducing operational power requirements by up to 80% of those of a conventional on-board audio system.<br /><br />The new Toyota Prius benefits from increased body stiffness, thanks to extra welding spots and reinforcements. This has allowed for the suspension to be tuned in a more forgiving manner, without losing dynamic ability. In addition, redesigned bracing has increased steering column rigidity, improving steering feel.<br /><br />Sound proofing has been added to further limit the intrusion of wind and driving noise into the interior.<br /><br />The latest Prius returns 3.9 l/100 km in the combined cycle, and generates CO2 emissions of only 89 g/km. Still the lowest emitting vehicle in its segment.<br /><br />With global sales passing 2.4 million units, the Toyota Prius maintains a peerless reputation for reliability, durability and low cost of ownership. In the 2012 TÜV Report on long-term reliability and vehicle quality (published by Germany's leading technical inspection association), the Prius continues to show the lowest number of defects, once again ranking No 1 overall this year. In the two- to three-year old category, just 1.9% of the models tested showed any signs of defect (down from 2.2% last year).<br /><br />An important facet of the Toyota full hybrid vehicle market expansion, the new 2012 Prius will now become the first full hybrid vehicle available as a complete stand-alone model range - Prius, Prius+ and Prius Plug-in Hybrid.<br /><br />The three models will significantly expand the Toyota Prius customer base and subsequent sales: the Prius+ targeting growing European families who require the space and flexibility of a larger, seven-seat vehicle, the Prius Plug-in Hybrid appealing to a new group of environmentally conscientious early adopters thanks to its extended EV range of 23 km.<br /><br />Prius+ and Prius Plug-in Hybrid both go on sale throughout Europe in the summer of 2012.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-69304937264862023762012-02-23T21:47:00.002-08:002012-02-23T21:50:08.527-08:002013 Toyota Land Cruiser<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2UWLxKtZjDA/T0ck_x-d0-I/AAAAAAACU34/F-n1uA5aj1Q/s1600/Toyota-Land_Cruiser_2013_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; 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margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-l51gb8PufJs/T0ckuroZqUI/AAAAAAACU2s/tV9kkaPumyI/s400/Toyota-Land_Cruiser_2013_008.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712575036747524418" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-wz7fkLoJxGQ/T0ckuJlJ4GI/AAAAAAACU2g/51_TtNhY_B4/s1600/Toyota-Land_Cruiser_2013_009.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-wz7fkLoJxGQ/T0ckuJlJ4GI/AAAAAAACU2g/51_TtNhY_B4/s400/Toyota-Land_Cruiser_2013_009.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712575027607101538" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-E89cdxZYrHs/T0ckwwxUgfI/AAAAAAACU3Q/mxYsy4ZYbZQ/s1600/Toyota-Land_Cruiser_2013_005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-E89cdxZYrHs/T0ckwwxUgfI/AAAAAAACU3Q/mxYsy4ZYbZQ/s400/Toyota-Land_Cruiser_2013_005.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712575072486851058" /></a><br />The legendary Toyota Land Cruiser recently celebrated its 60th anniversary since its original launch in Japan and has remained constant in Toyota's U.S. model lineup for more than 50 years.<br /><br />Toyota Land Cruiser has evolved over time from a basic four-wheel-drive utility vehicle in its early years to an upscale eight-passenger sport utility vehicle (SUV) sold in 188 countries. Yet, this iconic vehicle has retained a loyal following as it remains true to its off-road heritage with uncompromising go-anywhere capability.<br /><br />For the 2013 model year, Land Cruiser receives exterior and interior styling enhancements. Additionally, Land Cruiser will now come with all features as standard equipment, including new driving performance features, and an array of significant safety and convenience features. Among the many popular features that were formerly available as options, but are now standard, are rear-seat DVD entertainment system, color-keyed rear spoiler, rain-sensing windshield wipers, center-console cooler box, headlamp cleaners, leather-trimmed steering wheel, multi-information display, voice and Bluetooth® hands-free controls, leather-trimmed shift lever and heated second row seats. Toyota's Premium Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Navigation with Entune multi-media system and JBL® audio is also standard.<br /><br />Exterior Design<br /><br />The 2013 Land Cruiser receives refreshed exterior styling that includes an updated front grille and headlamps with HID low-beams. Additional new features include LED Daytime Running Lights, chrome side molding, redesigned outer side mirrors and tail lamps. The design continues to convey an "Advanced and Rugged" theme with enlarged front and rear fenders. The new grille and headlamps maintain Toyota Land Cruiser's steady and confident appearance, while the hood flows gracefully into the grille and beltlines. <br />2013 Toyota Land Cruiser<br /><br /><br />Character lines in the front, the area around the rear door handles, and the back door panels suggest strength. Foam-filled A-pillars and a "bifacial" molding between the windshield and the body both help reduce wind noise.<br /><br />Underbody panels behind the front bumper and extending under the engine, and behind the rear wheels, are designed to protect the engine and transmission and to help the vehicle traverse rocky terrain smoothly. These underbody panels also smooth the airflow under the vehicle to help minimize drag and turbulence.<br /><br />Toyota Land Cruiser is available in seven exterior colors, including Pearl White, which is new to the palette. Additional colors include Classic Silver Metallic, Magnetic Gray Metallic, Salsa Red Pearl, Sonora Gold Pearl, Amazon Green Metallic and Black.<br /><br />Interior Design<br /><br />Complementing the freshened exterior, Toyota Land Cruiser receives an updated interior available in either Sandstone or Black. Additional refinements include perforated leather trim with ventilated front seats, a higher gloss wood grain finish, brighter silver instrument panel ornamentation, chrome-plated air registers and updated meter-cluster lighting. New interior convenience features include a Multi-terrain Monitor with front, side or rear selectable views; a new Multi-information Display; an Eco Driving Indicator light and zone display; a heated steering wheel; Dynamic Radar Cruise Control; an additional power outlet (DC 12V) at the rear of the center console; and a rear cargo deck power outlet that has been changed to AC 120V from AC 115V.<br /><br />Land Cruiser seats up to eight, with three-across seating in the second and third rows. The instrument panel features a set of bright Optitron gauges with white illumination. Beneath these gauges, a multi-informational display shows gear selection, odometer, tripmeter, fuel consumption, individual tire pressures and cruising range. The vehicle's center console features a gate-type shifter with sequential-shift-mode operation, the parking brake, center-console cooler box, USB port and cup holders.<br /><br />The passenger-side second-row seat features a one-touch tumble mechanism for easier third-row ingress and egress. The second-row seats slide forward and aft 4.1 inches for more passenger comfort and cargo storage versatility. The second row also provides the Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) child seat attachment system.<br /><br />Performance<br /><br />The Toyota Land Cruiser's 5.7-liter V8 DOHC engine produces 381 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 401 lb-ft of torque at 3,600 rpm. Ninety percent of peak torque is available at just 2,200 rpm, helping make it an outstanding tow vehicle. The Land Cruiser uses regular-grade (87 AKI) gasoline and is ULEV-II certified.<br /><br />The V8's advanced dual independent Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) system controls valve timing and overlap on both the intake and exhaust valves, which helps to optimize power, fuel efficiency and emissions. The Acoustic Control Induction System (ACIS) switches the length of the intake tract in two stages, based on RPM and throttle angle, to improve torque across the engine speed range. Stainless steel exhaust manifolds flow into a full stainless steel exhaust system. A water-cooled oil cooler helps control oil temperature while towing.<br /><br />The Toyota Land Cruiser's six-speed automatic transmission is designed to handle high torque while performing with luxurious smoothness. Fourth gear is direct drive, and both fifth and sixth gears are overdrive ratios. The transmission's control unit estimates road conditions to select the appropriate gear ratio for the vehicle's speed and driving conditions. A sequential shift mode allows the driver to select gears manually.<br /><br />Capability, Handling and Ride<br /><br />The Land Cruiser's body-on-frame construction provides rugged durability in extreme driving conditions, plus impressive towing capability and ride isolation characteristics. The front of the frame features a three-stage crush structure, so frame damage to other areas of the vehicle is minimized in the case of frontal impact.<br /><br />The Land Cruiser's high-mount double-wishbone front-suspension system uses gas-pressure shock absorbers, a hollow stabilizer bar, and coil springs. This system provides a high level of off-road driving capability and suspension control while maintaining outstanding on-road driving comfort. Approach and departure angles are 30 degrees and 20 degrees, respectively. At the rear, the reliable and proven four-link, coil-spring with lateral-rod format provides a long suspension stroke and also features gas-pressure shock absorbers and a hollow stabilizer bar.<br /><br />The Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) adjusts the lean resistance provided by the front and rear stabilizer bars. KDSS may reduce maximum body-sway angle by as much as 50 percent to help enhance both on-road handling response and off-highway capability. By using hydraulic cylinders acting on each stabilizer bar and linked by a pressure-sensing valve, KDSS reduces the degree of sway stiffness provided by the stabilizer bars in response to changing road conditions and driver inputs.<br /><br />In off-road driving situations, KDSS allows the wheels on each axle to move with a larger degree of side-to-side independence, helping to minimize any tendency for wheel lift. During cornering, when both front and rear cylinders are compressed, no fluid is flowing in the system, and the stabilizer bars work conventionally to help reduce body lean. When an uneven surface is encountered, one compressed cylinder causes fluid to flow between the front and rear cylinders, allowing the stabilizer bars to move freely. This action increases wheel articulation and travel, and it also helps to equalize wheel loading. By allowing the stabilizer bars to disengage in certain situations, the nominal stiffness of the bars can be notably increased, thereby reducing body lean and improving handling without negatively affecting ride comfort or off-road performance.<br /><br />New on Land Cruiser is a Multi-terrain Select system that dials in wheel slip control to match the terrain. In loose terrain such as mud and sand, more-than-normal wheel slip is permitted, allowing wheel-spin to work in the vehicle's favor. On bumpy moguls, or solid rock, wheel slip is minimized and the system acts more like a limited slip differential. The Mogul setting is for any extremely uneven terrain, such as V-ditches, slopes, and ridges, uphill or down.<br /><br />Toyota Land Cruiser rides on P285/60 R18 mud-and-snow steel-belted radial tires mounted on new 18 x 8.0-inch aluminum alloy wheels with a high-gloss finish (including a full-size spare). The brake system employs 13.4-inch ventilated discs with four-piston calipers up front and 13.6-inch ventilated discs at the rear. Variable gear ratio power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering requires just 3.1 turns lock-to-lock. Gear ratio is set larger around the steering center and smaller around the end position.<br /><br />The lightweight, compact transfer case provides full-time four-wheel drive with a low-range 2.618:1 ratio for traversing challenging driving surfaces, such as steep inclines. The system uses a TORSEN® limited-slip locking center differential to distribute power 40:60 front-to-rear, directing more power to the wheels with the best grip should slippage occur. Traction control (TRAC) employs both brake and throttle intervention to help control wheel spin. Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), with a cut-off switch, helps maintain directional control during cornering.<br /><br />A new five-speed CRAWL Control with an Off-Road Turn Assist feature helps make traversing difficult terrain easier. With the transfer case shifted into low range, CRAWL Control regulates engine speed and output (along with braking force), to propel the vehicle forward or in reverse at one of five low-speed settings. This allows the driver to maintain focus on steering over extremely rough level ground or steep grades, without having to also modulate the throttle or brake pedals. The Off-Road Turn Assist feature pulses the rear corner brakes to help the vehicle make sharper turns when maneuvering through tight quarters on rugged terrain. CRAWL Control with Off-Road Turn Assist includes Downhill Assist Control (DAC), which is designed to augment the low-speed descending ability of low-range by helping to hold the vehicle to a target speed with practically no driver intervention. Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) provides additional control for off-road driving by helping to keep the vehicle stationary while starting on a steep incline or slippery surface.<br /><br />For towing convenience, the Land Cruiser has a towing connector and sub-wiring harness to connect a commercial trailer-brake controller. New for Land Cruiser is a Trailer Sway Control that uses the Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) to help counteract handling forces applied to the truck in an effort to minimize the impact of trailer sway.<br /><br />Safety<br /><br />The Toyota Land Cruiser utilizes welded high-strength sheet steel, especially in the A-, B-, C- and D-pillars, and in the rocker area to increase rigidity and reduce weight. The B-pillars are designed to help absorb side impacts and help dissipate into the rest of the body structure.<br /><br />For driver and passenger peace-of-mind every Land Cruiser is equipped with the Safety Connect™ telematics system.<br /><br />Available by subscription (first year of service is included in the new vehicle purchase price), the Safety Connect telematics system offers four safety and security features: Automatic Collision Notification, Stolen Vehicle Location, Emergency Assistance Button (SOS), and enhanced Roadside Assistance, which adds GPS data to the already-included warranty-based Toyota roadside service.<br /><br />In case of either airbag deployment or severe rear-end collision; Automatic Collision Notification is designed to automatically call the response center. If the response agent cannot communicate with the occupants, the agent can contact the nearest emergency-services provider to dispatch assistance.<br /><br />Pushing the "SOS" button can summon help in an emergency and for a wide range of roadside assistance needs. If a Land Cruiser equipped with Safety Connect is stolen, the system can help local authorities locate it.<br /><br />Like all Toyotas, the Land Cruiser comes standard with the STAR Safety System™. A new, four-wheel multi-terrain anti-lock braking system (ABS) automatically selects the optimal ABS profile to provide the most suitable brake force for on- and off-road driving surfaces. Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) balances braking forces between the front and rear brakes, while Brake Assist (BA) provides auxiliary force to assist the driver during emergency braking. Active Traction Control (A-TRAC) helps maintain traction during acceleration by controlling engine output and braking forces to the wheel, distributing the drive force that might have been lost to the wheels and tires that have traction. VSC (with a cut-off switch) helps maintain directional control during cornering by manipulating engine torque and individual wheel-braking influence if it detects tire slippage.<br /><br />Toyota Land Cruiser features 10 standards airbags: driver and front passenger dual-stage advanced airbags; driver and front passenger knee airbags; front- and second-row seat-mounted side airbags; and three-row roll-sensing side curtain airbags with a roll-sensing cutoff switch.<br /><br />A direct tire pressure monitor system (TPMS) helps to alert the driver to severe pressure drops in any of the tires, including the full-size spare. A parking sonar system uses ultrasonic sensors on the front and rear bumpers to sense obstacles.<br /><br />All eight seating positions feature three-point seatbelts. Active headrests on the driver and front passenger seats move up and forward almost instantly in the event of certain rear-end collisions to help reduce the distance between the occupant's head and the headrest. An available advanced seatbelt system is designed to retract the front seatbelts when the brakes are suddenly applied or when tire slippage is detected by the VSC system. New for Land Cruiser is a Pre-Collision System designed to detect other vehicles and obstacles in its path and help optimize the restraining performance of the front passenger seatbelts if a collision is imminent.<br /><br />Entune™<br /><br />Toyota Land Cruiser will come standard with Toyota's new Premium HDD Navigation system with Entune™ and JBL®. The system includes an eight-inch touch/spilt-screen with an integrated backup camera display, AM/FM CD player with MP3/WMA playback capability, 14 JBL speakers including subwoofer, SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio capability (includes three-month trial subscription to XM Select Package); HD Radio™ with iTunes® Tagging, USB port with iPod® connectivity and control, vehicle information, hands-free phone capability, phone book access, advanced voice recognition, and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology.<br /><br />Toyota's new Entune multimedia system leverages the mobile smartphone to provide a richer in-vehicle experience with fully integrated access to navigation, entertainment and information services.<br /><br />Toyota Entune debuts the Land Cruiser's first-ever support for engaging mobile apps, such as Bing, OpenTable, and movietickets.com, along with accessing useful travel-related services, such as live weather, traffic, fuel information (location and price), stocks, and sports. Entune brings one of the largest selection of music options available to a vehicle, including iHeartRadio's 750+ stations, and Pandora's personalized music service (access to Entune services is complimentary for three years).<br /><br />The audio systems combined with Entune feature an advanced conversational voice recognition system that helps the driver to stay focused on the road by eliminating the need to memorize thousands of voice commands.<br /><br /> Comfort and Convenience<br /><br />With 28 total air vents, the four-zone climate control system is designed to bathe occupants in comfortable air -- even during extreme heat -- rather than simply projecting streams of cool air at them. For extreme cold situations, the Toyota Land Cruiser's auxiliary Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heater warms air instantly by passing it over an electrically heated ceramic element. The system also includes a micro-dust and pollen filter, and seven-level blower control.<br /><br />The Land Cruiser comes luxuriously equipped, with standard features that include rear privacy glass, Smart Key keyless entry with push-button start that allows the driver to unlock or start the vehicle without inserting a conventional key; anti-theft security system; engine immobilizer; cruise control; power moonroof; auto-dimming rearview and side mirrors; HomeLink® universal garage-door/gate opening system; steering wheel-mounted audio controls; heated, power front seats with driver's memory; and power tilt and telescopic steering column with memory.<br /><br />Limited Warranty<br /><br />Toyota's 36-month/36,000 mile basic new-vehicle warranty applies to all components other than normal wear and maintenance items. Additional 60-month warranties cover the powertrain for 60,000 miles and corrosion with no mileage limitation. Toyota dealers have complete details on the limited warranty.<br /><br />The Toyota Land Cruiser will also come standard with Toyota Care, a complimentary plan covering normal factory-scheduled maintenance and 24-hour roadside assistance for two years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-16066121223693160452012-02-23T21:11:00.003-08:002012-02-23T21:13:42.969-08:002012 Toyota NS4 Advanced Plug-in Hybrid Concept<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1YFWnj9S-VM/T0ccdkhWLuI/AAAAAAACUvQ/A25veQlwxYk/s1600/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1YFWnj9S-VM/T0ccdkhWLuI/AAAAAAACUvQ/A25veQlwxYk/s400/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712565946688089826" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Q5NJamU_rSE/T0ccdLgjafI/AAAAAAACUvE/U76CJJ4vFu0/s1600/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_003.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Q5NJamU_rSE/T0ccdLgjafI/AAAAAAACUvE/U76CJJ4vFu0/s400/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_003.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712565939973876210" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JhQe_Bxp_mA/T0ccbX8qIsI/AAAAAAACUu4/ZFVJUuJKnZA/s1600/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_004.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JhQe_Bxp_mA/T0ccbX8qIsI/AAAAAAACUu4/ZFVJUuJKnZA/s400/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_004.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712565908953244354" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TDGjtprE838/T0cceBjbNFI/AAAAAAACUvc/Ybi2EOZqQn8/s1600/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_001.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TDGjtprE838/T0cceBjbNFI/AAAAAAACUvc/Ybi2EOZqQn8/s400/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712565954481435730" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5JJk9Gv15UM/T0ccNP_fxNI/AAAAAAACUuc/0VavI70xm6w/s1600/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_006.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5JJk9Gv15UM/T0ccNP_fxNI/AAAAAAACUuc/0VavI70xm6w/s400/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_006.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712565666299495634" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-k4hAjc3-icg/T0ccMh-i9-I/AAAAAAACUuU/KNtPsYngTyI/s1600/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_007.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-k4hAjc3-icg/T0ccMh-i9-I/AAAAAAACUuU/KNtPsYngTyI/s400/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_007.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712565653947480034" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nQfAhPOnK0Q/T0ccMGbRGVI/AAAAAAACUuI/5b1_1ijMW80/s1600/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_008.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nQfAhPOnK0Q/T0ccMGbRGVI/AAAAAAACUuI/5b1_1ijMW80/s400/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_008.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712565646551750994" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IsUi2FV4jlk/T0ccKo2VmdI/AAAAAAACUt8/pbo-2cZ6K30/s1600/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_009.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IsUi2FV4jlk/T0ccKo2VmdI/AAAAAAACUt8/pbo-2cZ6K30/s400/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_009.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712565621432359378" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tMst5A5O8ec/T0ccNZkMHcI/AAAAAAACUuw/SNH619V4wBU/s1600/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tMst5A5O8ec/T0ccNZkMHcI/AAAAAAACUuw/SNH619V4wBU/s400/Toyota-NS4_Advanced_Plug-in_Hybrid_Concept_2012_005.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5712565668869316034" /></a><br />Toyota revealed the NS4 advanced plug-in hybrid concept vehicle at the 2012 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The NS4 exemplifies Toyota's vision for future mobility, with a focus on next generation connectivity and safety.<br /><br />Jim Lentz, president and chief executive officer of Toyota Motor Sales US (Inc.) said, "In this digital age, cars are becoming another spoke in the wheel of our electronic connectivity. NS4 demonstrates Toyota's take on the human connection to the car with technology that considers both emotional and rational relationships, person-to-car and car-to-society."<br /><br />NS4's advanced power train targets a hybrid plug-in system featuring reductions in component size and weight with improved overall fuel economy, better acceleration and longer all-electric range, while maintaining a short charge time.<br /><br />The Toyota NS4 concept signals a new styling direction for Toyota aimed at making an emotional connection with consumers. The distinctive trapezoid grille is accented by a floating lower spoiler and distinctive daytime running lights. Rear lamps wrap around the sides of the vehicle, and create the effect of a rear spoiler. The roof line profile, lift back design and powered swan-wing doors create greater accessibility and efficient functionality.<br /><br />Advanced in-car connectivity<br /><br />Traditional vehicle development cycles average four years, but this is rapidly changing with the introduction of more technological innovations. Vehicles have become another communication hub in the consumers' lifestyle, and are the third-fastest growing technological device, behind smartphones and tablets. Toyota has formed special alliances with technology leaders such as Microsoft, Intel and Salesforce to explore the creation of seamless vehicle interfaces with emerging technologies. These alliances will ensure Toyota is at the forefront of this emerging sector of the automotive market. <br />2012 Toyota NS4 Advanced Plug-in Hybrid Concept<br /><br /><br />The Toyota NS4 concept's human-machine interface (HMI) is centred around a multi-touch screen with the look and feel of a smartphone. The simple, intuitive operation conveys information quickly while minimizing distractions and maximizing driver awareness. The multimedia and vehicle-controls enhancement will also direct air conditioning, audio, battery-charge and navigation functions. The HMI system is even capable of "learning" driver preferences to anticipate driver responses in specific environments and situations.<br /><br />The next evolution of Toyota safety systems<br /><br />The NS4 features Toyota's latest safety system developments, including next generation pre-collision system (PCS), adaptive driving beam (ADB) headlights, and blind spot monitor (BSM). PCS features lane departure and pedestrian collision avoidance technologies designed to predict collisions under certain circumstances and help avoid them. The system uses millimeter-wave radar and stereo cameras mounted on the front of the vehicle to detect and react to lane departure, pedestrians, and other vehicles. In the event of a potential collision, the system seeks to avoid other vehicles, road-side obstructions, and pedestrians by applying the brakes and manipulating steering.<br /><br />Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB) headlights help to prevent vision-impairing glare to oncoming drivers and pedestrians. Using a camera mounted behind the front grille and partial shielding inside the headlights, this feature allows drivers to maintain near-high beam illumination to improve nighttime visibility.<br /><br />Using sub-millimeter wave radar, the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) detects a vehicle in the adjacent lane and visually alerts the driver using visual indicators placed in the upper dash.<br /><br />The pop-up bonnet structure automatically raises the rear of the hood to increase the space underneath, helping to reduce pedestrian head injuries caused by a collision with the front of the vehicle. This innovation is the result of testing and verification using both conventional crash-test dummies and Toyota's Total Human Model for Safety (THUMS) finite element model.<br /><br />Glass Technology to maximize aerodynamic efficiency and driver comfort<br /><br />Four new glass technologies are integrated into the windscreen, front and rear windows to improve driver visibility, fuel economy and electric driving mode mileage efficiency:<br />Rain-resistant 'hydrophobic' coating - Fluorine coated glass causes rain drops to form intosemispherical shapes for improved visibility and rain drop elimination.<br />'Anti-fog' coating - High performance resin material with anti-fogging characteristics andincreased durability.<br />High ultraviolet (UV) absorbing inner-layer - Removes 99 percent of harmful UVA and UVB rays<br />Anti-solar film with radio-wave transparency - Reduces the internal vehicle temperature andimproves electronic device functionality<br /><br />Inner and outer rear view mirrors have been replaced with cameras that provide the driver with a panoramic view to the rear. The rear-view camera displays images on a dashboard-mounted screen, and provides the driver with a much wider field of vision when compared to a traditional rear view mirror.<br /><br />Jim Lentz concluded the unveiling of the NS4, saying, "The continued success of our conventional hybrid vehicles laid strong groundwork for market acceptance of future advanced technologies. NS4 demonstrates Toyota's ongoing commitment to enhancing the safety, efficiency, and convenience of future mobility for people everywhere."Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-63806774815793176442012-02-15T21:33:00.002-08:002012-02-15T21:34:33.499-08:002013 Toyota Yaris Hybrid<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-3BGZxQ8IYYs/TzyVVAJL7LI/AAAAAAACUl8/SEnGemktZQg/s1600/Toyota-Yaris_Hybrid_2013_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-3BGZxQ8IYYs/TzyVVAJL7LI/AAAAAAACUl8/SEnGemktZQg/s400/Toyota-Yaris_Hybrid_2013_002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5709602615647268018" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RB9GPmZJAoQ/TzyVTiTzdoI/AAAAAAACUls/-kilXdvYLAI/s1600/Toyota-Yaris_Hybrid_2013_003.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RB9GPmZJAoQ/TzyVTiTzdoI/AAAAAAACUls/-kilXdvYLAI/s400/Toyota-Yaris_Hybrid_2013_003.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5709602590458869378" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-id-UMMDO-rw/TzyVVzMbHSI/AAAAAAACUmE/UGGi1HlVcak/s1600/Toyota-Yaris_Hybrid_2013_001.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-id-UMMDO-rw/TzyVVzMbHSI/AAAAAAACUmE/UGGi1HlVcak/s400/Toyota-Yaris_Hybrid_2013_001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5709602629351054626" /></a><br />The Toyota Yaris Hybrid will make its world debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. It combines the ingenious packaging and urban agility of the Yaris model range with the unique driving experience and efficiency of Toyota's full hybrid powertrain, Hybrid Synergy Drive (HSD). The new Toyota Yaris Hybrid launch marks a new, major step in the company's full hybrid roll-out strategy to Toyota core models in Europe.<br /><br />The Yaris is Toyota's best-selling core model, with the largest 'Unit in Operation' fleet on European roads. Following the launch of the Auris Hybrid back in 2010, the Yaris Hybrid is Toyota's second core model to feature Full Hybrid technology, and brings this remarkable powertrain to the biggest volume segment in Europe.<br /><br />The new flagship of the Yaris model range, the Toyota Yaris Hybrid features an exclusive, aerodynamically efficient exterior design. Featuring the new design face of the Toyota brand, it combines a new, more assertive Under Priority trapezoid opening frontal design element with the Keen Look design implemented on the front lamps.<br /><br />The Toyota Yaris Hybrid features the first downsizing of Toyota's HSD powertrain. Combining a new, 1.5 litre petrol engine with a lighter, more compact electric motor, transaxle, inverter and battery pack, the new system is 20% lighter than that of an Auris Hybrid.<br /><br />Thanks to the reduction in size of every key HSD component and both fuel tank and battery installed under the rear seat, the Toyota Yaris Hybrid features an identical occupant space and the same 286 litre luggage capacity to that of the conventional models.<br /><br />The Toyota Yaris Hybrid's highly efficient, 74 kW/100 DIN hp powertrain will offer a leading balance of performance and CO2 emissions in the B-segment, whilst allowing customers to frequently drive in modes that emit zero NOx, PM and CO2 emissions.<br /><br />With air conditioning and automatic transmission installed as standard, this high level of efficiency does not mean that customers have to compromise on comfort to achieve class-leading emissions.<br /><br />Combining striking design, urban agility, functionality and segment-best packaging with the innovation, efficiency and environmental credentials of Toyota's full hybrid technology, it represents the most advanced Yaris yet by Toyota.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-52144499929399402482012-02-13T05:54:00.001-08:002012-02-13T05:56:42.432-08:002013 Toyota Aygo<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Tci0u79prL4/TzkWhTsC4eI/AAAAAAACT54/Il7loOscr70/s1600/Toyota-Aygo_2013_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Tci0u79prL4/TzkWhTsC4eI/AAAAAAACT54/Il7loOscr70/s400/Toyota-Aygo_2013_002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708618764145320418" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-spWxAtfhkR4/TzkWhNefbbI/AAAAAAACT5s/mEkeRRY-xhU/s1600/Toyota-Aygo_2013_003.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-spWxAtfhkR4/TzkWhNefbbI/AAAAAAACT5s/mEkeRRY-xhU/s400/Toyota-Aygo_2013_003.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708618762477858226" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5YvnIPF9ypM/TzkWh5vAxgI/AAAAAAACT6E/YSXNdfBjK2o/s1600/Toyota-Aygo_2013_001.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5YvnIPF9ypM/TzkWh5vAxgI/AAAAAAACT6E/YSXNdfBjK2o/s400/Toyota-Aygo_2013_001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708618774358312450" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OMocb3CDXYk/TzkWVqicA3I/AAAAAAACT5U/DjKrev2_HnI/s1600/Toyota-Aygo_2013_005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OMocb3CDXYk/TzkWVqicA3I/AAAAAAACT5U/DjKrev2_HnI/s400/Toyota-Aygo_2013_005.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708618564120609650" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-aEoyypGJiec/TzkWVIJkdPI/AAAAAAACT5M/p3lzeOi1gEk/s1600/Toyota-Aygo_2013_006.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-aEoyypGJiec/TzkWVIJkdPI/AAAAAAACT5M/p3lzeOi1gEk/s400/Toyota-Aygo_2013_006.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708618554889499890" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eitiJL2tpGE/TzkWUGmF4CI/AAAAAAACT48/a2b6wRq-m4g/s1600/Toyota-Aygo_2013_007.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eitiJL2tpGE/TzkWUGmF4CI/AAAAAAACT48/a2b6wRq-m4g/s400/Toyota-Aygo_2013_007.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708618537292390434" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-pfW0lcNYU5U/TzkWUAms4yI/AAAAAAACT4w/UH1pPQTZ0xs/s1600/Toyota-Aygo_2013_008.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-pfW0lcNYU5U/TzkWUAms4yI/AAAAAAACT4w/UH1pPQTZ0xs/s400/Toyota-Aygo_2013_008.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708618535684334370" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-y4HQleUPkLg/TzkWWC_FfXI/AAAAAAACT5k/lJRZeIb6tHU/s1600/Toyota-Aygo_2013_004.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-y4HQleUPkLg/TzkWWC_FfXI/AAAAAAACT5k/lJRZeIb6tHU/s400/Toyota-Aygo_2013_004.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5708618570683219314" /></a><br />Launched in 2005 at the heart of the growing A-segment, the Toyota Aygo offered Europeans a radical new alternative for stylish urban mobility.<br /><br />Rejecting the commonly held stereotype that compact could only mean pragmatic and economical, the Aygo's revolutionary design re-defined perceptions of what small could be.<br /><br />Extensively revised at the end of 2008, the Toyota Aygo quickly established a solid reputation in the A-segment for space-efficient packaging, reliability and value for money, with over 580,000 units sold to date.<br /><br />Designed and built in Europe, the new Aygo continues to set the highest standards for interior roominess and driving enjoyment in the compact car segment.<br /><br />It features a new, stronger Toyota design execution, a revised interior with new colour schemes, enhanced infotainment connectivity, improvements to ride comfort and cabin quietness, and the addition of paddle shift control to MultiMode transmission versions.<br /><br />A new, ECO version of the Toyota Aygo is available, offering improved fuel efficiency and generating CO2 emissions of just 99 g/km.<br /><br />The Toyota Aygo offers customers outstandingly low ownership costs. It achieves excellent insurance classifications in Germany (15) and the UK (3E), which reflect its very reasonable repair costs. It also features a remarkably low cumulative maintenance time of just 5.1 hours after 100,000 km.<br /><br />For added peace of mind, Toyota offers every new Aygo with a 3 year (or 100,000 km - whichever comes first) pan-European warranty. The Aygo also comes with 12 years corrosion cover. <br />2013 Toyota Aygo<br /><br /><br />Driven by rising fuel prices and increasingly stringent environmental legislation, current downsizing trends suggest that the highly competitive and ever more fragmented A-segment is one of the few areas of the automotive market expected to grow in the coming years.<br /><br />In 2011, Toyota sold more than 85,000 Aygos. The new Aygo will be on sale throughout Europe from early spring 2012.<br /><br />MORE DYNAMIC EXTERIOR DESIGN<br /><br />The new Toyota Aygo offers A-segment customers the ideal combination of interior roominess and driving enjoyment in the most compact possible package.<br /><br />At 3,430 mm, the new Aygo is just 15 mm longer than its predecessor. Yet short front and rear overhangs, a long, 2,340 mm wheelbase and a broad overall width of 1,615 mm create a surprisingly spacious, practical interior, whilst giving the Aygo the stable stance, agile handling and small, 4.73 m turning circle essential to urban manoeuvrability.<br /><br />While maintaining the friendliness and sense of fun inherent in the current model's styling, the new Toyota Aygo features a stronger, more dynamic front design. It combines improved aerodynamics and engine cooling with Toyota's new, Under Priority frontal design language.<br /><br />The distinctive new face of the next generation Toyota family, Under Priority places the design emphasis on an enlarged lower grille to focus attention on the bottom half of the car for a distinctive, more assertive appearance.<br /><br />Housing this large, trapezoidal, radiator air intake, the front bumper has been widened and the new, integral foglamps positioned at the bumper extremities, giving the new Aygo a wide stance and a strong road presence.<br /><br />Set within the lower extremities of the grille, optional LED daytime running lamps complete the new, Under Priority frontal signature of the new Aygo.<br /><br />The new front bumper design also enhances the aerodynamic performance of the new Aygo. The position of the integral front spoiler has been moved forwards by 70 mm and all openings, as well as the front wheel arch periphery, have been shaped to smooth the flow of air into and around the front of the vehicle, improving fuel efficiency.<br /><br />Above a more slender form of the familiar, friendly upper grille, a new bonnet design has been shaped to create greater volume in the middle section, strengthening the new Toyota Aygo's road presence.<br /><br />Privacy glass is available for the rear glazing of both 3- and 5-door versions of the new Aygo, and a new 14" steel wheel cap design is available in addition to the existing 14" 5- and 6-spoke alloys. A choice of eight exterior colours includes two new to the Aygo model range; Vibrant Metallic Orange and Bronze Mica.<br /><br />UPGRADED SENSORIAL QUALITY<br /><br />Combining a sense of fun with more mature finishes of a higher perceived quality, both upper and lower sections of the dashboard are now finished in Dark Grey, bringing a greater feeling of integration to the new Toyota Aygo interior.<br /><br />A newly designed steering wheel is finished in leather and is now available with manual paddle shift controls for the optional MultiMode Transmission (MMT). Both MMT and new manual gear knobs are also available in leather.<br /><br />The trim rings of the speedometer, tachometer and air vents are now available in a choice of Grey, Orange or Black, and the front door speaker features a new grille with a choice of Silver or Orange trim ring.<br /><br />New Aygo is available with a choice of two audio systems. A 35 Watt AM/FM/CD system features a choice of two or four speakers and an AM/FM/CD unit which incorporates Bluetooth hands-free mobile phone connectivity, a multi-language display and a USB port for the connection of portable music players such as the iPod.<br /><br />Further improving the practicality and convenience of the new Aygo, the opening angle of the rear parcel shelf has been increased to improve access to the loadspace.<br /><br />A special, Vibrant Metallic Orange launch edition of the new Toyota Aygo features body-coloured trim rings for the speedometer, air vents and for both the optional tachometer and door speakers.<br /><br />IMPROVED EFFICIENCY AND RIDE COMFORT<br /><br />Due to price sensitivity and low average mileage, petrol currently dominates the A-segment, accounting for 85% of the sales mix.<br /><br />The new Aygo is equipped with Toyota's remarkable, 3-cylinder, 1.0 litre VVT-i petrol engine. Combining light weight and compact design with the power and torque delivery essential to urban driving, the Euro V compliant engine returns highly competitive fuel consumption figures and generates low, tax-efficient CO2 emissions.<br /><br />A marvel of miniaturisation, the all-aluminium, 3-cylinder, 1.0 litre petrol unit led the trend for powertrain downsizing. To this day, it remains a reference for compact, efficient engineering. At only 67 kg it is one of the lightest units in its class and has won successive Engine of the Year awards in the sub-1.0 litre category.<br /><br />Toyota engineers have worked continuously to improve the performance and fuel efficiency of the engine, whilst lowering emissions with every successive upgrade. This latest version of the 998 cc unit benefits from a revised combustion chamber shape which increases the compression ratio from 10.5 to 11.0:1, improving combustion efficiency. Iridium-tipped spark plugs have also been adopted for their greater durability.<br /><br />Mated to a 5-speed manual transmission, the 3-cylinder VVT-i engine generates 50 kW/ 68 DIN hp at 6,000 rpm and maximum torque of 93 Nm at 3,600 rpm. Fuel consumption has been lowered to 4.4 l/100 km, and CO2 emissions are just 102 g/km.<br /><br />A new, ECO version of the Aygo is available for the first time. It is equipped with a longer 3rd gear ratio and fitted with low RRC (Rolling Resistance Coefficient) tyres, which reduce rolling resistance by 14%. This improves fuel efficiency without impairing ride comfort, manoeuvrability or braking performance. Fuel consumption is reduced to 4.3 l/100 km and CO2 is lowered to just 99gr/km.<br /><br />Available as an option on the new Toyota Aygo, MultiMode is an automated manual transmission with a fully automatic shift mode and no clutch pedal. It uses computer control to manage the engine, clutch and transaxle for quick, precise shifting.<br /><br />Selecting E (Economy), M (Manual) or R (Reverse) allows the car to 'creep' in the manner of a conventional automatic. In E mode, the car makes automatic gear shifts that will maximise fuel economy. Selecting M mode allows the driver to manually change gear via either the gear lever itself or -for the first time on Aygo- with steering wheel-mounted paddle shift switches.<br /><br />When equipped with MultiMode Transmission, the 1.0 VVT-i Aygo returns fuel consumption of 4.5 l/100km and generates CO2 emissions of only 104 g/km.<br /><br />With a lightweight body shell (over 50% of which is fabricated in high tensile steel) and short front and rear overhangs, the new Toyota Aygo has been engineered to excel in the urban environment.<br /><br />Speed-sensitive, fuel-efficient, Electric Power Steering (EPS) equips the new Aygo with a very tight, 4.73 metre turning circle, offering customers the ideal combination of agility and manoeuvrability.<br /><br />Providing a perfect balance of ride comfort, stability and go-cart-like handling enjoyment, the new Aygo uses a proven, MacPherson strut front suspension system, and an inverted-V profile torsion beam to the rear, which brings considerable advantages in weight and torsional stiffness.<br /><br />The damping force of both front and rear shock absorbers has been adjusted to promote even greater ride comfort without compromising the car's dynamic abilities and engaging handling.<br /><br />Building on the comprehensive Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) improvements introduced in the current car, the new Toyota Aygo benefits from a revised clutch pre-damper system to reduce noise and vibration from the drive line.<br /><br />The addition of a high density bonnet insulator -located to provide an air space between the bonnet panels- reduces the transmission of noise from the engine bay, further improving cabin quietness.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-44967556608317132012012-02-04T21:20:00.001-08:002012-02-04T21:22:34.182-08:002012 Toyota Camry AU Version<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-oO0wU1kSfLE/Ty4SBpxU-2I/AAAAAAACTac/BP17xO6kiX8/s1600/Toyota-Camry_AU_Version_2012_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-oO0wU1kSfLE/Ty4SBpxU-2I/AAAAAAACTac/BP17xO6kiX8/s400/Toyota-Camry_AU_Version_2012_002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5705517597526915938" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-070DS18qKMk/Ty4SAyfS2vI/AAAAAAACTaU/gAWBPTYNDpQ/s1600/Toyota-Camry_AU_Version_2012_003.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-070DS18qKMk/Ty4SAyfS2vI/AAAAAAACTaU/gAWBPTYNDpQ/s400/Toyota-Camry_AU_Version_2012_003.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5705517582687329010" /></a><br /><a 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href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4TEt9fpQowE/Ty4Rt-FkyTI/AAAAAAACTZs/sRA2CV1rsVM/s1600/Toyota-Camry_AU_Version_2012_006.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4TEt9fpQowE/Ty4Rt-FkyTI/AAAAAAACTZs/sRA2CV1rsVM/s400/Toyota-Camry_AU_Version_2012_006.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5705517259383163186" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hF20K4tX5Vo/Ty4Rtrfb1VI/AAAAAAACTZg/pEqNNZYH19I/s1600/Toyota-Camry_AU_Version_2012_007.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-hF20K4tX5Vo/Ty4Rtrfb1VI/AAAAAAACTZg/pEqNNZYH19I/s400/Toyota-Camry_AU_Version_2012_007.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5705517254391354706" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ncLzCrTp_0k/Ty4Rs37CRMI/AAAAAAACTZY/uPkPz3MBISE/s1600/Toyota-Camry_AU_Version_2012_008.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ncLzCrTp_0k/Ty4Rs37CRMI/AAAAAAACTZY/uPkPz3MBISE/s400/Toyota-Camry_AU_Version_2012_008.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5705517240548476098" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-LzI39SoZMNw/Ty4Rsk21XuI/AAAAAAACTZI/9u956Kcy6Q4/s1600/Toyota-Camry_AU_Version_2012_009.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-LzI39SoZMNw/Ty4Rsk21XuI/AAAAAAACTZI/9u956Kcy6Q4/s400/Toyota-Camry_AU_Version_2012_009.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5705517235430579938" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gA0M3YDLBy8/Ty4RuGE0SzI/AAAAAAACTZ4/Au0L7_JJpIE/s1600/Toyota-Camry_AU_Version_2012_005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-gA0M3YDLBy8/Ty4RuGE0SzI/AAAAAAACTZ4/Au0L7_JJpIE/s400/Toyota-Camry_AU_Version_2012_005.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5705517261527468850" /></a><br />Toyota has released an all-new seventh-generation Toyota Camry in Australia that debuts a contemporary design with improved driving dynamics and a more spacious interior.<br /><br />The 2012 Camry combines a new 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine and six-speed automatic transmission that deliver better performance while substantially cutting fuel bills and emissions.<br /><br />Built in Australia, new Toyota Camry features expanded safety features, a more comfortable ride, better handling and added refinement, including an even quieter cabin.<br /><br />The new range introduces two distinct looks to expand buyer appeal - an entry-level Altise and three new Atara variants.<br /><br />Atara models have unique styling, including the lower-body design, a sporty mesh upper grille, prominent side skirts and twin exhausts.<br /><br />Advanced features at the top of the range include a blind-spot monitor to help prevent collisions and automatic high beam that automatically dips headlights at night to avoid blinding other drivers.<br /><br />The new range arrives with zero price increases for the Altise at $30,490 and the range-topping Atara SL at $39,990, which replaces the Grande.<br /><br />Price increases for Atara S (replaces Ateva) and Atara SX (Sportivo) are outweighed by added features.<br /><br />Toyota Australia senior executive director sales and marketing David Buttner said the keen pricing delivers even better value to consumers.<br /><br />"New Camry has the sharp styling, advanced safety, dynamic driving performance, interior space and quietness, comprehensive features, low cost of ownership and exceptional value demanded by Australian drivers," Mr Buttner said. <br />2012 Toyota Camry AU Version<br /><br /><br />"The new line-up is set to expand Camry's reign as Australia's best-selling mid-size car - a position it has held for almost 18 years.<br /><br />"Camry will be a significant contributor to the Australian and Victorian economies, and holds the key to a strong future for the local automotive sector.<br /><br />"In addition to local sales, Camry will be exported to more than 12 countries, including Saudi Arabia, other Middle East countries and New Zealand, earning export sales revenue well in excess of $1 billion a year.<br /><br />"It is a great Australian success story," Mr Buttner said.<br /><br />Body, electrical and chassis engineers from the Toyota Technical Center in Melbourne contributed to the development of Toyota Camry as a global car from as early as 2006.<br /><br />They also tuned and tested local versions to meet the demands of Australian motorists and road conditions, including calibrations for the electric power steering, blind-spot monitor and automatic high beam.<br /><br />Designers at Toyota Style Australia were responsible for the interior fabrics and colour and trim of the local cars.<br /><br />Camry Altise delivers 133kW of power and 231Nm of torque, substantial gains over the 117kW and 218Nm of the previous generation.<br /><br />Atara variants gain twin exhausts that help lift output to 135kW and 235Nm for gains of 15 per cent and eight per cent respectively over the previous engine.<br /><br />All Atara grades - S, sporty SX and luxury SL - have paddle shifts at the driver's fingertips, delivering greater driver involvement and enjoyment.<br /><br />Fuel economy across the range is just 7.8 litres/100km - an improvement of one litre per 100km, which means up to an extra 100km from a tank of unleaded petrol.<br /><br />It is estimated that, based on this fuel economy improvement, the total saving for Toyota Camry motorists is approximately $150 million in fuel bills over the model's life (based on a fuel price of $1.40 per litre).<br /><br />Toyota has cut CO2 emissions by 25 grams/km, which equates to a quarter of a million fewer tonnes being produced over five years across the Camry fleet, compared with the current car.<br /><br />Altise epitomises Camry's quality, durability and reliability and is ideal for those who demand a comfortable and pleasant mobile office with low whole-of-life costs.<br /><br />It has seven airbags, better braking and brake feel, vehicle stability and traction control, anti-skid brakes, a stronger body structure and a new seat frame that makes driving more comfortable.<br /><br />The introduction of electric power steering across the range, along with refinements to the suspension, has led to significant improvements to handling and ride comfort.<br /><br />Altise is also equipped with 16-inch alloys, trip computer and an upgraded sound system with six speakers and controls on the steering wheel.<br /><br />Atara S also features foglamps, 17-inch alloys, smart entry and smart start, reversing camera, dual-zone air-conditioning, 6.1-inch touch-screen display audio, premium steering wheel and gearshift knob and an electric driver's seat with lumbar support.<br /><br />Atara SX is distinguished by unique rear bumper, rear lip spoiler, sports pedals, sports suspension, black-tinted headlamps and sports leather-accented interior.<br /><br />Top of the range Atara SL features JBL premium audio with 10 speakers, a 7-inch touch-screen display with satellite navigation, digital radio, RDS live traffic updates, reversing camera with back-guide monitor, blind-spot monitor, automatic high beam, electric front seats and rain-sensing wipers.<br /><br />New Camry is covered by Toyota Service Advantage capped-price servicing, which has been extended to four years / 75,000km and up to five services at $130 per service for the new range.<br /><br />New accessories include 17-inch alloy wheels and bodyside mouldings with chrome inserts.<br /><br />Two objectives for new Camry<br /><br />Toyota set two objectives for the new Camry in the face of changed market conditions and new competitors, according to the deputy chief engineer Keiichi Yoneda.<br /><br />Mr Yoneda said the first objective was to produce the best-selling car in the mid-size sedan market as Toyota's backbone vehicle, while the second was to reinforce Toyota's safety and quality reputation.<br /><br />"With these objectives, we needed to create a mid-size sedan that would lead the world and set new standards in the coming era," Mr Yoneda said.<br /><br />"Hence, our concept for new Camry is the 'new Era' sedan, signifying a combination of greater 'Emotional' appeal and 'Rational' attraction."<br /><br />Mr Yoneda said this was achieved by developing:<br />a fresh new "look", especially with the Atara models <br />a superior "ride" with exceptional NVH <br />enhanced "drive" with the new engine and transmission <br />a review and upgrade of Toyota quality, durability and reliability <br />impressive fuel efficiency, and <br />advanced specifications and safety features. <br /><br />Mr Yoneda said the challenges Toyota Camry faced from new and formidable competitors meant Toyota had to go back and focus on the basics, including the importance of quality, durability and reliability.<br /><br />He said Toyota enhanced the "look", "ride" and "drive" factors to engage more emotionally with Camry customers.<br /><br />"We gave the new Camry a fresh, contemporary styling resulting in an enhanced appearance. We wanted to complement the design with a modern, expressive look - simple yet dynamic with precise lines and a nimble appearance.<br /><br />"We also created the Atara grades with exclusive grille, bumpers, side skirts, twin exhaust and 17-inch alloy wheels that distinguish them from the regular Camry.<br /><br />"For a better ride, we improved the ride comfort and achieved superior quietness.<br /><br />"In particular, we focused on suppressing noises that are near the frequencies of human speech, providing an interior environment that is more comfortable for conversation.<br /><br />"We also gave the Camry a new engine and transmission that deliver better performance with linear acceleration, supported by an agile suspension and confident, accurate steering."<br /><br />Mr Yoneda said Camry's "rational" appeal centred on quality, durability and reliability as well as attributes such as space and roominess, fuel economy and the introduction of advanced features.<br /><br />"While the Camry's external dimensions are similar to those of the previous generation, it has a more inviting and spacious interior, and a greater perception of space.<br /><br />"We made Camry substantially more fuel-efficient by utilising the increased efficiency of dual VVT-i as well as using low friction items in the engine such as roller rocker arms, multipoint oil jets and low-tension piston rings.<br /><br />"We have introduced many advanced features for the new Camry, such as the blind-spot monitor, automatic high beam and updated audio systems," Mr Yoneda said.<br /><br />Toyota Camry Altise is the choice of fleets<br /><br />Toyota Camry has been Australia's number-one selling fleet vehicle in the medium segment for 17 years running.<br /><br />Toyota says that on the back of this success the new model will continue with a tried and tested formula.<br /><br />"Camry is the benchmark fleet vehicle: it's number one in business, government and rental categories," said Deborah Bacon, Toyota corporate manager national fleet.<br /><br />"It's clear that the Altise is extremely popular in this market and we have made a great fit-for-purpose fleet vehicle even better, with more power, style and value for money.<br /><br />"It's no secret that the fleet market places a huge emphasis on things like whole-of-life costs, resale, QDR [quality, durability, reliability] and fuel economy.<br /><br />"It's also clear that Camry Altise has demonstrated that fleets can rely on Camry as an integral part of their business - and we now offer capped price servicing for four years which adds even more value to the equation."<br /><br />Ms Bacon said that the all-new Camry will present an even more attractive offering for fleet customers.<br /><br />"The new Camry Altise will feature all the inherent qualities that the previous model had.<br /><br />"In addition we have the new Camry Atara range to provide even more options for fleet customers and improve driver satisfaction."<br /><br />"We believe that the new Camry Atara will attract customers in 'user-chooser' markets and smaller fleets - such as novated leases and salary sacrificing.<br /><br />"This is an area that is increasing in popularity, and one in which we are now even better equipped with the all-new Camry line-up.<br /><br />"Certainly, the new car is a more dynamic vehicle, with more power, improved ride and handling, even better refinement, quality and solidity, and more aggressive styling.<br /><br />"We are confident that the new Camry will give Australian fleet drivers an even better vehicle choice that makes better business sense."<br /><br />Atara models to expand Camry's appeal<br /><br />Toyota Camry Atara is designed to expand the appeal of Australia's best-selling mid-size car to even more customers.<br /><br />Atara is a new badge that will appear on Camry models targeted mainly at private buyers and those who choose their cars through salary sacrifice or novated leases.<br /><br />Toyota Australia's senior executive director sales and marketing David Buttner said Atara embues Camry with the added style and sophistication these customers expect.<br /><br />"Previously we have distinguished Camry grades mainly by the level of equipment - adding features and creature comforts as you step up through the range," Mr Buttner said.<br /><br />"This approach has resulted in almost 18 consecutive years of market leadership in the medium-car class, yet we are keen to lift our share of the non-fleet market," he said.<br /><br />"Our new strategy gives Camry two distinct looks, with the Atara models aimed squarely at private buyers who are prepared to pay a little more for added styling flair, power and features."<br /><br />The new models are Atara S (replacing Ateva), Atara SX (Sportivo) and Atara SL (Grande).<br /><br />Mr Buttner said the Atara name and strategy are unique to Australia and add an extra dimension to Camry, which remains one of the most valuable nameplates in the industry.<br /><br />Atara is the Hebrew word for crown - which is a natural extension of Camry, which also means crown. It is also a derivation of the Japanese word atarashii, which means new.<br /><br />"Atara signifies that the new Camry will lead its segment with overall specification, performance, quality and value that are appreciated by Australian motorists.<br /><br />"Atara models have unique styling, including the lower-body design and exclusive mesh upper grille, prominent side skirts and twin exhausts.<br /><br />"Atara grades will produce a little more power and torque, thanks to the twin exhausts, while the six-speed automatic transmission can be operated with paddle shifts at your fingertips for sporty driving and greater enjoyment," Mr Buttner said.<br /><br />New Camry: sharper styling and differentiation<br /><br />Bolder, more advanced styling is the hallmark of new-generation Camry.<br /><br />Special attention was paid to increasing the level of differentiation between Toyota Camry Altise and Atara.<br /><br />Atara has a sporty appearance with a sports bumper, side skirts and a dual exhaust system.<br /><br />Toyota has adopted new exterior colours, including Reflex Blue and Dynamic Black.<br /><br />The new exterior for Camry Altise emphasises low and wide proportions, with a more integrated front grille and headlamps and a great sense of width.<br /><br />Aerodynamic performance, cooling and pedestrian safety have all been enhanced, while the grille has been enlarged and enhanced.<br /><br />Both sides of the bumper grille have been greatly emphasised and the upper grille is an air-intake type.<br /><br />The trapezoidal shape of the rear bumper draws attention to the tyres, expressing the vehicle's strong stance.<br /><br />Dynamic, clean design was the key to the side profile, with aero corners on the sides of the front and rear bumpers for improved aerodynamics.<br /><br />Atara has been styled with more sporty proportions to appeal to private buyers.<br /><br />The headlamps merge naturally with the mesh grille to create a sporty impression of width.<br /><br />The lower grille has been divided into three sections. The side openings incorporate foglamps and, on Atara S and SL, have horizontal chrome-accented bars.<br /><br />Atara SX's rear view emphasises width and agile sportiness, with a double aperture rear bumper design and a rear spoiler.<br /><br />A character line on the Atara SX rear bumper matches the design of the vehicle's front end.<br /><br />The side skirts have been extended further to link the front and rear styling.<br /><br />Two new alloy wheel designs are used: a ten-spoke design for the 16-inch Altise wheel and a new 17-inch alloy with five pairs of asymmetric spokes for Atara.<br /><br />Camry interior has a local flavour<br /><br />Local designers at Toyota Style Australia (TSA) were responsible for the interior fabrics and colour and trim of the new Camry and Atara range.<br /><br />TSA senior designer Chalisa Morrison said the aim was to complement the positioning of the car as a "new era" sedan.<br /><br />"We wanted a 'new spirit' for the interior - fabrics, leathers and trim that are adventurous, fresh and more dynamic to get people interested," Ms Morrison said.<br /><br />"Our goals were to refresh the interior with a higher quality image, making it more appealing to the customer while providing clearer definition between the grades."<br /><br />She said finishes were intended to be more inviting and complement the improved tactile feel throughout the car, especially features such as stitching and brushed-metal highlights.<br /><br />Planning began in 2008 and entered the advanced design stage later that year.<br /><br />"We worked closely with sales and marketing to identify the target customer for each Camry and Atara grade and examined micro and macro trends affecting consumers' purchasing decisions.<br /><br />"Altise has black fabric seats, black carpets and high-tech metallic highlights. This combination is durable and hard-wearing yet still modern and fresh."<br /><br />Atara S also has a black interior with a more dynamic image, highlighted with a sports mesh pattern in the dash, door and shift knob.<br /><br />There are two leather-accented options on Atara S - black or ivory seats with sporty black carpets.<br /><br />"The black is deeper, and the ivory is lighter, creating a more dynamic colour contrast for a fresh image," Ms Morrison said.<br /><br />Black or ivory leather-accented trim is standard on luxury Atara SL, along with dark woodgrain-look highlights.<br /><br />Sporty Atara SX has a black interior with a unique-to-Australia premium plum-coloured leather-accented seat.<br /><br />Small panel gaps reflect European quality<br /><br />Toyota has narrowed the gaps around new Camry's doors to European levels of quality, according to manufacturing divisional manager Martin Nelson.<br /><br />Mr Nelson, who is responsible for the main assembly plant at Toyota's Altona site, said the gaps had been reduced by 30 per cent to improve appearance and quality.<br /><br />"More sophisticated cars tend to have small gaps, including premium cars from Europe," Mr Nelson said.<br /><br />"Achieving consistently narrow gaps is very difficult because any variation is more obvious to the customer's eye," he said.<br /><br />"With the previous 5mm gap, a difference of one or two millimetres was not a critical problem.<br /><br />"However, with a 3.5mm gap, you run the risk that any variation may result in the door clipping the fender as you open it. This could lead to an unpleasant clicking noise or even a chip in the paint.<br /><br />"This puts added pressure on us to reduce variation in our manufacturing processes."<br /><br />The new door gaps are so narrow that paint sealer on the leading edge of the front doors can no longer be applied in the paint shop.<br /><br />"We had to move this task to the weld shop to ensure even paint thickness in this area by applying the sealer at an earlier stage," Mr Nelson said.<br /><br />He said high-quality requirements such as the narrower door gaps were part of a global direction from Toyota.<br /><br />Manufacturing equipment required more checking and maintenance to support the tighter tolerances.<br /><br />"There is a lot of wear and tear on the jigs used in the welding process when you are producing 500 to 600 panels per day.<br /><br />"This does not necessarily add cost: sometimes it can reduce cost because it forces you to focus on your quality," he said.<br /><br />Toyota Camry reduces fuel bills and emissions<br /><br />Toyota Australia will cut a full litre from the combined-cycle fuel economy of its next-generation Camry sedan.<br /><br />The reduction is estimated by Toyota to save Australian motorists at least $150 million in petrol bills over the new Camry's expected five-year model life.<br /><br />Toyota also estimates that annual CO2 emissions will be more than 50,000 tonnes lower across the Camry fleet, compared with the current model.<br /><br />The fuel and emissions savings come from a new 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine that also provides significant gains to power and torque.<br /><br />Toyota Australia's senior executive director sales and marketing David Buttner said fuel use for Australia's perennial top-selling mid-size car will improve to 7.8 litres/100km - a gain of more than 11.3 per cent.<br /><br />"Next-generation Camry will deliver the sort of fuel economy you'd expect from a smaller car with substantially less power," Mr Buttner said.<br /><br />"Toyota's estimates show that the new engine could reduce the amount of fuel consumed across the Camry fleet by more than 20 million litres per year.<br /><br />"Over the new car's planned five-year model life, that means Camry customers could save more than $150 million in fuel costs alone - based on today's price of $1.40 per litre."<br /><br />Mr Buttner said CO2 emissions would drop by 25 grams per kilometre - down to 183 grams compared with 208 grams for the current car.<br /><br />"We estimate a reduction of more than 50,000 tonnes of CO2 per year across the fleet, adding up to more than a quarter of a million tonnes over five years."<br /><br />Output for the new 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine - which replaces the current 2.4-litre unit - rises from 117kW to 133kW.<br /><br />On Toyota Camry Atara models, the twin exhausts gain an extra 2kW - an overall percentage increase of 15.4 per cent.<br /><br />Torque is improved from 218Nm to to 231Nm for Camry - or 235Nm with the twin exhausts - including substantial increases in the mid range.<br /><br />The new engine is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.<br /><br />Mr Buttner said Toyota would also achieve environmental benefits with its new Global Engine Line, where the new engine will be produced from the latter half of 2012.<br /><br />He said it incorporated highly efficient new plant and equipment, contributing further to the reduction in CO2 emissions.<br /><br />New Camry engine: more efficient, better combustion<br /><br />Greater efficiency, reduced friction losses and improved combustion in the new Camry engine deliver better performance while using less fuel.<br /><br />Variable valve timing has been extended to the exhaust as well as the intake camshaft, improving thermal efficiency and increasing exhaust gas recirculation, which in turn reduces emissions.<br /><br />Toyota uses the acronym VVT-i - with the "i" standing for the intelligent way the system optimises valve timing across the engine operating range, providing maximum performance and fuel efficiency.<br /><br />The introduction of variable exhaust timing reduces pumping losses and increases the amount of exhaust gas recirculation, for reduced emissions.<br /><br />The system reduces emissions even when the engine is cold, for example, at morning start-up.<br /><br />Camry's 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine also has a new acoustically controlled induction system, which improves torque from 2000 to 4000rpm in the heart of the driving range.<br /><br />The intake manifold design is lightweight, quiet and made from a multi-function resin that improves airflow.<br /><br />The design of the new intake port has been optimised through computer-aided engineering.<br /><br />It delivers high power output and improved fuel efficiency by ensuring high air flow and intake tumble flow.<br /><br />Other engine features include low-tension piston rings, an offset crankshaft, three-stage variable output oil pump and roller rocker arms.<br /><br />These deliver improved fuel economy, lower emissions, high power output and reduced vibration and noise.<br /><br />Highly efficient intake ports, compact combustion chambers and higher compression ratio all improve combustion.<br /><br />During the research and development phase in Japan, the cylinder head was redesigned to improve output, fuel efficiency and emissions performance.<br /><br />The current AZ cylinder head is made as a single part.<br /><br />The new cylinder head is made in two parts to accommodate roller rocker arms and to simplify the manufacturing process.<br /><br />The result is a more complex and sophisticated component, the shape of which has been optimised through computer-aided engineering.<br /><br />It is a slim and lightweight design with hydraulic lash adjusters and a larger valve diameter, enhancing output.<br /><br />The AR engine does a much better job of accommodating the heat generated, especially with the increased 10.4:1 compression ratio (from 9.6:1).<br /><br />Temperature is also controlled with the use of sub-water jackets inside the cylinder block.<br /><br />The cylinder bores change shape as the engine warms up, controlling thermal expansion and allowing higher temperatures to be reached.<br /><br />The use of roller rocker arms, rather than the current system of valve lifters on a flat surface, results in better fuel economy due to significantly reduced friction between the cams and the sliding parts.<br /><br />New Camry has improved steering, ride and handling<br /><br />New-generation Toyota Camry has an all-new chassis package designed to provide increased stability and agility, coupled with a flat ride, high-quality damping feel and improved steering feel.<br /><br />Camry has a new aerodynamic package, increased body and steering system rigidity, newly adopted electric power steering and improved tyre performance.<br /><br />Engineers from Toyota Technical Center Australia (TTC-Au) have tuned the chassis package to Australian driving tastes and conditions.<br /><br />Camry's new body has 20 per cent more rigidity in the front suspension mounting sections, thanks to changes in the upper cowl design.<br /><br />The increased body rigidity allows force generated by the tyres to be transmitted to the body without delay, improving handling stability.<br /><br />This allows the dampers to be recalibrated to provide the same level of compression damping with less damper force, thereby increasing ride comfort.<br /><br />Compression damping has been decreased at all damper piston velocities.<br /><br />Rebound damping has been increased at medium to high damper velocities to improve roll feel and complement the changes in compression damping.<br /><br />Camry's new tyres reduce rolling resistance and increase grip in wet and dry conditions.<br /><br />They also increase damping feel and reduce yaw response delay, while reducing noise, vibration and harshness.<br /><br />Performance has been improved in braking, ride and handling.<br /><br />Toyota has revised the character of the right-hand engine mount to reduce harshness, and has increased instrument panel rigidity to improve steering feel and effectiveness.<br /><br />In addition, Camry has a new, more rigid seat-frame structure to further improve ride comfort.<br /><br />Improved aerodynamics boost Camry grip<br /><br />New-generation Toyota Camry has a range of aerodynamic improvements designed to increase down-force while maintaining front/rear balance.<br /><br />Camry's new upper-body aerodynamics include the Toyota first of stabilising air-flow fins on the exterior mirror mount.<br /><br />The fin generates a longitudinal vortex to stabilise the body and better transmit the power generated by the tyres acting on the road to the body.<br /><br />Camry also has a new fin on the rear combination lamp to increase stability.<br /><br />The new underbody parts include front under-cover fins to enhance initial yaw-response and rear under-cover fins to increase the stable feeling in the rear of the vehicle.<br /><br />Both sets of fins increase Camry's flat-ride quality.<br /><br />They also serve to increase airflow velocity under the car, creating more down-force.<br /><br />The result is a flatter ride (reduced floating feeling) and increased grip generated by the tyres, improving steering response and rear-end stability.<br /><br />Australian calibration adds to Camry dynamics<br /><br />Toyota's local test centre calibrated new-generation Camry's steering, ride and handling to suit Australia's unique conditions, such as undulating country roads and coarse-chip road surfaces.<br /><br />Toyota Technical Center Australia (TTC-Au) developed the final calibration, building on the work of Toyota test centres around the world.<br /><br />The overall dynamic goal for new Camry was increased stability and agility, coupled with a flat ride and high-quality damping feel.<br /><br />Handling improvements focused on increasing the rear-stability feel (grip) and a flat ride (optimum front-rear balance).<br /><br />During testing, the chassis engineers sought to give the vehicle a more controlled 'tied-down' feeling, as well as reducing any 'floaty' feeling and the 'firm-ride' feeling on course-chip road surfaces.<br /><br />Spring rates are similar to the current model, with most calibration work focused on the shock absorbers to increase ride comfort, isolation and body control.<br /><br />The shock absorber tuning for the new model gives the vehicle an increased luxury isolation feel and improved ride on undulating roads.<br /><br />Steering development also focused on increasing the vehicle's agility and enabling quicker changes of direction.<br /><br />Adopting electric power-assisted steering (EPS) for the first time on petrol Camry meant the chassis engineers could provide the best of both worlds - lighter steering effort at parking speeds and a more weighted, direct feel on the highway.<br /><br />This balance of steering effort often requires compromise with traditional hydraulic power assistance.<br /><br />The new Toyota Camry electric power-assisted steering calibration is similar to the Camry Hybrid EPS calibration, but is retuned to suit the petrol model's different mass distribution.<br /><br />New Camry is quieter inside<br /><br />New generation Camry is quieter inside, for greater comfort and ease of conversation.<br /><br />Toyota engineers have focused on suppressing noises that are near the frequencies of human speech.<br /><br />Body acoustic sensitivity has been improved by 2 to 4dB across all sound frequencies. This significant reduction in sound pressure makes conversation even easier for occupants.<br /><br />Cutting interior cabin noise required design changes to both the interior and exterior, and the panels in between.<br /><br />The focus was on improved sealing and sound insulation, and optimising acoustic packaging.<br /><br />Considerable attention was also given to reducing booming noise by improving front floor, centre floor and upper back areas by body modal control.<br /><br />Toyota engineers looked at reducing road noise input to improve the ability to hold a conversation in the car; for example, in the 800 Hertz range while travelling at motorway speeds on a smooth road.<br /><br />New or additional sound-absorbing devices have been deployed where noticeable road noise typically creeps into a car - around the pillars, floor, side rails and windscreen.<br /><br />Road noise at 100km/h has also been reduced by up to 2dB.<br /><br />Attention has been paid to the sound quality of the engine, with significant improvement of the sound linearity.<br /><br />Unwanted unusual engine noises have been cleaned by redesigning the engine-mount dynamic damper, reducing intake and exhaust noise, and adding a silencer to the cylinder-head cover.<br /><br />Toyota has revised the character of the right-hand engine mount to reduce harshness.<br /><br />Camry's NVH improvements also include a change to complete double door seals, improved floor carpet, both fender side covers, the cowl top and both sides of the bonnet, and the fender back-end seal.<br /><br />It also includes gap filling for the dash silencer (where the pedals mount), attention to sound-proofing on the rear wheel house inners, and improved sealer for the rocker panels (underneath the doors).<br /><br />Blind spot monitor provides advanced safety<br /><br />In a Toyota first, Camry Atara SL has a system to warn the driver if there is a vehicle in the 'blind spot' on either side.<br /><br />The Toyota blind spot monitor (BSM) uses sub-millimetre radar to detect other vehicles in adjacent lanes.<br /><br />Toyota developed the system to assist drivers to avoid accidents associated with blind spots and lane changes.<br /><br />The BSM informs the driver of the presence of a vehicle in the blind spot by illuminating indicators in the relevant exterior mirror.<br /><br />The mirror indicator will remain illuminated as long as the vehicle is detected, and will flash when the turn signal is operated.<br /><br />The system includes a radar detector located on both sides of the car.<br /><br />It also utilises the steering angle sensor, vehicle speed sensor and main switch.<br /><br />It can detect vehicles larger than an average 125cc motorcycle and three metres rearward of the trailing edge of the vehicle.<br /><br />The activation threshold speed is above 40km/h and the maximum detectable relative speed difference is 28km/h.<br /><br />Typical warning scenarios are when a target vehicle overtakes the subject vehicle in an adjacent lane or when the target vehicle merges from the side, entering the warning zone due to a lane change.<br /><br />The BSM won't activate if the target vehicle is: one lane away from the adjacent lane, travelling in the opposite direction, in the same lane, or is stationary.<br /><br />High grade Camry has auto high beam<br /><br />The new Toyota Camry Atara SL has a breakthrough automatic high-beam system.<br /><br />It is designed to eliminate the burden of manually switching between high and low beam by automatically dipping the headlamps if the distance to an oncoming vehicle is less than 800 metres.<br /><br />It will resume high beam when the oncoming vehicle passes at approximately a 50-degree angle.<br /><br />The system will also automatically switch the headlamps to low beam if there is a preceding vehicle approximately 600 metres ahead, and resume high beam when the preceding vehicle is passed at approximately a 25-degree angle.<br /><br />A camera sensor in the rear view mirror and a microprocessor continuously monitor for tail lamps of preceding vehicles as well as the headlamps of oncoming vehicles.<br /><br />System components include the light control switch (OFF/Parking/ON/AUTO), the dimmer switch (ON/OFF), camera/image processor, the vehicle's speed sensor, the gear shift position sensor, an illuminometer (to detect ambient illumination) and a dedicated ECU.<br /><br />The system operates when the vehicle's speed exceeds 30km/h and it disengages when it drops below 25km/h.<br /><br />Camry has increased active and passive safety<br /><br />Toyota's new-generation Camry has seven SRS airbags as standard equipment, including a driver's knee airbag for the first time.<br /><br />All five seats have a seatbelt warning indicator.<br /><br />Camry's passive safety has been further boosted by the vehicle's stronger body.<br /><br />Increased active safety is the result of improved suspension, steering, aerodynamic downforce, brakes and tyres.<br /><br />Camry's suite of active safety systems includes vehicle stability control, traction control and ABS with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist.<br /><br />The brake system has Toyota's new brake override feature, which gives priority to the brakes if the brake and accelerator pedals are pressed simultaneously.<br /><br />A reversing camera is standard equipment on Atara and available as an option on Altise.<br /><br />Atara SL has the added features of back-guide monitor and reversing sonar.<br /><br />Atara SL also has external mirror dipping when reverse gear is selected.<br /><br />New Camry has improved braking<br /><br />Toyota's new-generation Camry has increased stopping power and improved brake feel.<br /><br />Toyota Camry's brake-control hardware has been completely redesigned to give the driver a more secure and confident feeling when braking.<br /><br />The redesign begins with a new variable-ratio link-type brake pedal, to reduce pedal stroke and improve feel.<br /><br />The ABS/VSC actuator and the brake booster have been re-tuned to further improve performance.<br /><br />In addition, Camry has new low-expansion brake hoses.<br /><br />The improved braking grip of Camry's new tyres also contributes to reduced stopping distances.<br /><br />Camry's brake system now has BOS (brake over-ride system) which prioritises the action of the brakes and suppresses engine output if the brake and accelerator pedals are pressed simultaneously.<br /><br />New Camry makes life easier<br /><br />New-generation Toyota Camry has improved driving comfort, instruments and storage capacity.<br /><br />Camry has an improved seat design that is 30mm taller for increased back support, with a new seat frame for improved ride comfort.<br /><br />The range of seat height adjustment has been increased from 45 to 60mm.<br /><br />Flagship Atara SL has power-operated driver and front-passenger seats with leather-accented trim and memory function on the driver's side.<br /><br />The steering column has been repositioned to provide a more 'natural' angle and the column tilt range has been increased.<br /><br />Toyota Camry's three-dial analogue instrument cluster includes a flat-dial tachometer and turquoise-blue needles for all gauges.<br /><br />The new cluster also includes a large-sized seven-function liquid crystal display trip meter with odometer, dual trip meters, outside temperature readout, range, average fuel consumption, instant fuel consumption and average speed.<br /><br />An ECO indicator features in the new instrument cluster to help drivers find the fuel-saving "sweet" spot in throttle control.<br /><br />Storage locations are numerous, including four cup holders, six bottle holders, front and rear door pockets and front seat-back pockets.<br /><br />Media devices can be stored out of sight in the central facia storage compartment, behind a lid.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-59152131158052238862011-11-17T09:58:00.001-08:002011-11-17T09:59:57.642-08:002012 Toyota Prius C<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-pExoirA-AQ8/TsVLhKXUM2I/AAAAAAACSfs/rMK0mEaV5DA/s1600/Toyota_%2BPrius_%2BC_2012_002.jpeg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-pExoirA-AQ8/TsVLhKXUM2I/AAAAAAACSfs/rMK0mEaV5DA/s400/Toyota_%2BPrius_%2BC_2012_002.jpeg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5676025938460291938" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xhOMhiZ8XCw/TsVLgWQVK0I/AAAAAAACSfg/TRT8-SyT5AA/s1600/Toyota_%2BPrius_%2BC_2012_003.jpeg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xhOMhiZ8XCw/TsVLgWQVK0I/AAAAAAACSfg/TRT8-SyT5AA/s400/Toyota_%2BPrius_%2BC_2012_003.jpeg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5676025924472351554" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Vj8Qd3t9uiY/TsVLgIhAFdI/AAAAAAACSfU/_hpTQ9tfO1E/s1600/Toyota_%2BPrius_%2BC_2012_004.jpeg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Vj8Qd3t9uiY/TsVLgIhAFdI/AAAAAAACSfU/_hpTQ9tfO1E/s400/Toyota_%2BPrius_%2BC_2012_004.jpeg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5676025920784176594" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mu_LgXSNM2o/TsVLfp71csI/AAAAAAACSfI/uWnWyR622ao/s1600/Toyota_%2BPrius_%2BC_2012_005.jpeg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mu_LgXSNM2o/TsVLfp71csI/AAAAAAACSfI/uWnWyR622ao/s400/Toyota_%2BPrius_%2BC_2012_005.jpeg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5676025912575226562" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RgCBbNH1sIo/TsVLhryBAoI/AAAAAAACSf4/Coe7nKWTC1U/s1600/Toyota_%2BPrius_%2BC_2012_001.jpeg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RgCBbNH1sIo/TsVLhryBAoI/AAAAAAACSf4/Coe7nKWTC1U/s400/Toyota_%2BPrius_%2BC_2012_001.jpeg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5676025947430650498" /></a><br />Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., will offer a fuel-efficient hybrid at a more accessible price when the Toyota Prius c joins the Prius Family of vehicles in the spring of 2012. Toyota Prius c will make its US at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.<br /><br />This highly anticipated subcompact member of the Prius Family will bring Toyota's renowned Hybrid Synergy Drive® technology to a new segment of buyers when it joins the third-generation Prius Liftback hybrid vehicle, the versatile new Prius v midsize hybrid vehicle and the Prius Plug-in Hybrid model, which will also debut next spring. Positioned as an entry into the Prius Family appealing to youthful shoppers seeking fuel efficiency, technology, and spirited driving dynamics in the subcompact segment, the Toyota Prius c will offer:<br />Expected class-leading fuel economy better than 50 mpg in the city, which is the highest city mpg of any non-plug-in vehicle.<br />Proven hybrid technology, with 14 years of heritage, available at a more accessible price.<br />A high degree of convenience features and premium in-car electronics, uncommon in a five-door configuration, creating a less compromised compact-car experience<br /><br />As with other Prius models, Toyota Prius c combines its revolutionary Hybrid Synergy Drive® with excellent aerodynamics to achieve outstanding fuel efficiency. The new Prius c is unique in the Prius Family with a more youthful expression and a sportier dynamic character that offers a more fun-to-drive experience. The vehicle's five-door format and flexible packaging will adapt to a broad range of owners' needs.<br /><br />The Toyota Prius c offers an unexpected level of convenience, capability and technology in a compact hybrid-electric at an attractive price. Bluetooth® hands-free phone connectivity, steering-wheel audio controls, and nine airbags will be among the standard features on the 2012 Prius c.<br /><br />In addition,owners will enjoy a new dimension of connectivity courtesy of the available Toyota Entune™ multimedia system. Entune™ leverages the mobile smartphone to provide a richer in-vehicle infotainment experience with fully integrated access to navigation, entertainment, and information services. It allows users to connect with popular apps such as Bing™, OpenTable.com, and movietickets.com. Entune™ also provides access to real-time information services, such as live weather, traffic, fuel information (location and price), stocks, and sports. The Toyota Prius c also offers voice recognition, music streaming, and email/text to speech capabilities.<br /><br />Toyota Entune™ brings one of the largest selections of music options available to a vehicle, including iheartradio's 750+ stations and Pandora® internet radio's personalized music. In addition, the driver's personal songs from portable media players and iPods (via USB or Bluetooth® audio streaming), and more than 170 stations from SiriusXM™ satellite radio are also available.<br /><br />Making premium technology available to compact-car shoppers, the Toyota Prius c offers superior fuel economy in a stylish, user-friendly package.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-6712627985398625462011-09-18T00:35:00.001-07:002011-09-18T00:37:20.240-07:002012 Toyota Avensis<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HczkOi2eYN4/TnWfpDhRn0I/AAAAAAACQO0/iuBirsFvX1M/s1600/Toyota-Avensis_2012_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HczkOi2eYN4/TnWfpDhRn0I/AAAAAAACQO0/iuBirsFvX1M/s400/Toyota-Avensis_2012_002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5653600434901851970" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5qRNPU9-ZFc/TnWfpaXkLdI/AAAAAAACQO8/MHwIWDKbCXI/s1600/Toyota-Avensis_2012_001.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5qRNPU9-ZFc/TnWfpaXkLdI/AAAAAAACQO8/MHwIWDKbCXI/s400/Toyota-Avensis_2012_001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5653600441035140562" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-B0licBHi69c/TnWfccLNagI/AAAAAAACQOk/CRWbylmEIHA/s1600/Toyota-Avensis_2012_004.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-B0licBHi69c/TnWfccLNagI/AAAAAAACQOk/CRWbylmEIHA/s400/Toyota-Avensis_2012_004.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5653600218181888514" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FKj5Nu30zKI/TnWfcGAjLjI/AAAAAAACQOc/fW2RUVSnc4c/s1600/Toyota-Avensis_2012_005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FKj5Nu30zKI/TnWfcGAjLjI/AAAAAAACQOc/fW2RUVSnc4c/s400/Toyota-Avensis_2012_005.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5653600212231597618" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-i1RMFfhCJ2w/TnWfb4A6IGI/AAAAAAACQOU/dBfFe6Ty4XE/s1600/Toyota-Avensis_2012_006.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-i1RMFfhCJ2w/TnWfb4A6IGI/AAAAAAACQOU/dBfFe6Ty4XE/s400/Toyota-Avensis_2012_006.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5653600208475005026" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-b90-UdLskrE/TnWfbnG6ZxI/AAAAAAACQOM/YCHfHP4zaYs/s1600/Toyota-Avensis_2012_007.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-b90-UdLskrE/TnWfbnG6ZxI/AAAAAAACQOM/YCHfHP4zaYs/s400/Toyota-Avensis_2012_007.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5653600203936786194" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ymFT433GAEA/TnWfcRSVKlI/AAAAAAACQOs/X_1TKbbns08/s1600/Toyota-Avensis_2012_003.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ymFT433GAEA/TnWfcRSVKlI/AAAAAAACQOs/X_1TKbbns08/s400/Toyota-Avensis_2012_003.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5653600215258966610" /></a><br />The new Toyota Avensis makes its world debut at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show.<br /><br />The new Toyota builds on the spaciousness, practicality and fuel efficiency of the current, third generation model. It features a bolder and more refined exterior design, and interior improvements to finish quality, comfort and Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH). Driving dynamics have been enhanced, and a revised grade structure offers even greater value for money.<br /><br />The best-selling variant of the Toyota Avensis' six engine line-up, the 2.0 D-4D turbodiesel, has been revised to deliver significant improvements in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. With a tax threshold set at 120 g/km in almost a third of European countries, the 2.0 D-4D's 119 g/km brings generous tax benefits to both private and fleet buyers.<br /><br />With a choice of two body styles, three diesel and three petrol engines, three transmissions and four model grades, the new Avensis has been specifically tailored to the European market. The D-segment demonstrates a 70% focus on diesel powertrains, a 64% bias in favour of fleet sales and a preference for the wagon body style with over 50% of customers.<br /><br />Designed, engineered and built in Europe, the Toyota Avensis was first launched at the end of 1997 and has since firmly established itself in the European D-segment. It sold 70,585 units throughout the region in 2010, representing a 5.8% segment share. <br />2012 Toyota Avensis<br /><br /><br />Exterior Design - Elegance and Refinement<br /><br />Though the overall dimensions of both sedan and wagon versions of the vehicle remain unchanged, the new Avensis has been extensively restyled to give it a more elegant and athletic appearance.<br /><br />A bolder, more refined frontal treatment features the distinctive new face of the next generation Toyota family. Key to the new design direction is a change in the proportions of the upper and lower grilles, with the emphasis now placed on enlarging the latter for a more assertive, dynamic look.<br /><br />Beneath the trademark Toyota Avensis 'clamshell' bonnet, a new, wider and more powerful grille design is flanked by narrower, more expressive headlamps which emphasise the sleek, elegant proportions of the new styling. The new headlamps now incorporate daytime running lights.<br /><br />The lower bumper has been expressively sculpted with a strong, protruding centre section housing a large air intake to focus attention on the bottom half of the vehicle. In conjunction with the crisp detailing of integral foglamp pockets placed at the bumper extremities, the design gives the new Toyota Avensis a wider, more purposeful stance and a more ground-hugging appearance.<br /><br />To the rear, the new Toyota Avensis features a newly designed rear bumper incorporating a centre guard on sedan models. Both combination lamp clusters and foglamps have been restyled for greater prominence and visibility. And a new, sleeker, chromed license garnish design adds a further touch of elegance.<br /><br />16" steel wheels feature a new cap design, whilst the existing 16" and 17" Fuji alloy wheels have been enhanced through new colour and machine facings. The other 17" and 18" alloys also benefit from a new, darker colour treatment.<br /><br />One new exterior colour has been added to the range; the standard Red being replaced by a deep, premium Dark Red which brings added maturity to the new model range.<br /><br />Interior Design - Sophistication and Comfort<br /><br />Within a cabin already praised for its comfort, roominess and practicality, the new Avensis benefits from improved perceived quality across the model range, upgraded upholstery in a choice of new colours, and Toyota Touch & Go Plus -the most advanced yet affordable touch-screen satellite navigation system in the D-segment.<br /><br />The appearance, touch and feel of the entire dashboard have been improved. The centre console layout has been redesigned to improve the switchgear layout and operability. The central air vents have been redesigned and now share the new metal paint finish of the centre console itself and the side air vents have become chrome trimmed.<br /><br />The tactile quality and feel of frequently handled parts such as the door trim gripping area, switchgear and the front console all benefit from new, higher quality ornamentation. The driver's instrument dial backlighting has been changed from amber to white for a more premium look, and the rear console box lid upholstery has been changed from polyurethane to leather.<br /><br />The front seatback side support shape has been redesigned for better lateral holding performance and greater comfort, and the seat upholstery upgraded throughout the model range.<br /><br />Entry level fabric seat upholstery has been enhanced to offer Sol grade trim quality, Sol grade fabric now features Executive grade trim, Executive grade fabric has been upgraded to an Alcantara finish, and Premium grade seats are now finished with high quality perforated leather inserts for improved comfort. The leather upholstery is available in a choice of three new colours; Light Grey, Warm Grey and Black.<br /><br />Multimedia System<br /><br />The new Avensis benefits from Toyota's unique range of affordable, touch-screen multimedia equipment; Toyota Touch, and the Toyota Touch & Go and Toyota Touch & Go Plus navigation systems.<br /><br />Toyota Touch & Go Plus<br /><br />Fitted as standard to Premium grade models and making its world debut in the new Toyota Avensis, Touch & Go Plus adds numerous new, advanced technology features to Toyota's remarkable touch-screen multimedia system.<br /><br />It features advanced voice recognition for navigation address input, one-shot destination entry, music search and play, and phone contact search and call. It also incorporates email send and receive, a text-to-speech message readout facility, a calendar and, through a Gracenote database, a 'Play More Like This' music function.<br /><br />Enhanced satellite navigation mapping incorporates 3D city modelling and landmarks, and an additional Traffic Patterns database showing the average speed on road segments en route depending on time, day and month. The system includes three years free map and software updating.<br /><br />Grade Structure - Greater Quality and Value for Money<br /><br />The new Toyota Avensis model range will be available in four grade levels - Avensis, Sol, Executive and Premium. Every grade has been revised to deliver greater value for money through improved levels of standard equipment and enhanced sensory quality.<br /><br />Avensis Grade<br /><br />The current generation Avensis' generous standard equipment specification is enhanced by the adoption of integral daytime running lights. Seat upholstery quality has been upgraded by the addition of Sol grade trim, and the sensory quality of the centre console has been improved with a new, silver upper panel and matt black lower panel paint finish.<br /><br />An expanded options list now features front foglamps, and a Comfort Pack which includes cruise control, a leather steering wheel and a 6-speaker Display Audio CD stereo system with Bluetooth and USB connectivity.<br /><br />Sol Grade<br /><br />To the enhanced Avensis grade specification, Sol grade adds Executive grade quality seat trim, an all-silver centre console paint finish and machine-faced 16" and 17" alloy wheels. The Toyota Touch multimedia system is equipped with a rear parking camera.<br /><br />Options include the Touch & Go navigation system, rear parking sensors, High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps with an Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS) and a panoramic roof.<br /><br />Executive Grade<br /><br />To the improved Sol grade standard specification, Executive grade adds a nickel and wood centre console finish, Alcantara seat trim with leather bolsters, and a new, darker coloured 17" alloy wheel finish.<br /><br />Amongst the options available are an 11-speaker Display Audio system with rear parking camera, a choice of Touch & Go or Touch & Go Plus navigation systems, High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps with an Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS), and a Pre-Crash Safety (PCS) system incorporating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Keep Assist and Lane Departure Warning.<br /><br />Premium Grade<br /><br />Further augmenting the Executive grade specification, Premium grade adds perforated leather upholstery in a choice of Ice Grey, Warm Grey or Black colours. Ice Grey is combined with a bright silver centre console finish, Warm Grey and Black with a warm nickel finish.<br /><br />High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps with an Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS), a Touch & Go Plus navigation system, an 11-speaker Display Audio system with rear parking camera and new dark finish 18" alloy wheels are all fitted as standard.<br /><br />Improved 2.0 D-4D and Enhanced Driving Dynamics<br /><br />Meeting a wide range of D-segment customer needs, the new Toyota Avensis shares the six powertrain range of its predecessor; three petrol and three diesel engines offering the performance- and economy-enhancing benefits of Toyota Optimal Drive.<br /><br />Toyota Optimal Drive showcases a combination of wide-ranging advanced technologies and internal improvement programmes designed to optimise the balance of performance and driving enjoyment with fuel economy and low emissions.<br /><br />These diverse core technologies focus on three key aspects of powertrain development: Firstly, the reduction of powertrain weight through the use of super-lightweight and highly compact engine components and transmissions; secondly, the minimisation of mechanical losses through the reduction of friction throughout the drivetrain; and, thirdly, the maximisation of combustion efficiency.<br /><br />The 124 hp 2.0 litre D-4D turbodiesel has been extensively revised. The unit features a new turbocharger, extensive combustion chamber modifications and improved glow control. As a result, torque delivery has become more linear, fuel efficiency has improved and CO2 emissions have been lowered by some 15% -from 139 to only 119 g/km- in both sedan and wagon versions of the new Avensis.<br /><br />This marked reduction in CO2 emissions has significant Total Cost of Ownership implications. A taxation threshold of 120 g/km exists in almost a third of all European countries, and the revised 2.0 D-4D unit's 119 g/km CO2 figure offers tax benefits for both private and fleet drivers.<br /><br />In addition to the revised 124 hp 2.0 D-4D turbodiesel, the new Toyota Avensis' six powertrain range further comprises a 150 hp, 2.2 D-4D unit available with either a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) or a Diesel Particulate and NOX Reduction filter (DPNR), a 177 hp 2.2 D-4D DPNR variant, and a choice of 132 hp 1.6 litre, 147 hp 1.8 litre and 152 hp 2.0 litre petrol engines.<br /><br />All engines are mated to 6-speed manual transmissions. The 150 hp 2.2 D-4D DPNR unit may be optionally equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission, and both 1.8 and 2.0 litre petrol engines may be fitted with Toyota's Multidrive S continuously variable transmission with steering wheel mounted paddle shift.<br /><br />The new Avensis retains the same proven front McPherson strut and rear double wishbone suspension layout of its predecessor. However, platform, chassis and powertrain improvements offer greater ride comfort and enhanced handling agility, promising a more engaging driving experience.<br /><br />The new Avensis also benefits from enhanced Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) suppression. Extensive insulation modification, and improved dashboard inner silencer and a new, sound-absorbing carpet helping to deliver a quieter, more refined cabin environment.<br /><br />Safety - Advanced Driver Assistance Technologies<br /><br />The new Toyota Avensis shares the world-class safety performance of the previous generation vehicle, which was awarded a maximum, 5-star rating in the 2009 Euro NCAP crash test programme.<br /><br />Toyota is committed to providing the highest levels of active, passive and pedestrian impact safety standards, and took the lead in the development of several advanced new safety technologies such as pre-crash safety, lane departure warning and lane keeping assistance systems.<br /><br />Advanced Pre-Crash Safety System<br /><br />An Advanced Pre-Crash Safety (PCS) system is available as an option on Executive and Premium grade 2.2 litre D-4D 150 6-speed automatic transmission models. It employs a millimetre wave radar sensor to scan the road ahead, recognising potentially dangerous objects and assisting the driver in reducing the chances of a collision.<br /><br />If there is a high possibility of a collision, PCS will alert the driver and, when he begins to brake, provide braking assistance to supplement his own braking effort, simultaneously activating the seatbelt pre-tensioners. If the driver does not brake and a collision is inevitable, the system will automatically apply the brakes to reduce impact speed.<br /><br />Adaptive Cruise Control<br /><br />Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) works in tandem with the PCS system. It will automatically maintain a selected distance from the vehicle in front. Once the road ahead is clear, the Avensis automatically returns to its original cruising speed.<br /><br />Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keeping Assist<br /><br />Completing the advanced safety specification of the 2.2 litre D-4D 150 6-speed automatic transmission Executive and Premium grade model, PCS is further complimented by Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) systems.<br /><br />Using digital camera technology mounted behind the driver's rear view mirror, these systems can help to prevent unintended lane changes by first giving an audible and visual warning and then applying corrective steering torque to help the driver remain within a chosen lane.<br /><br />Additional Active Safety Systems<br /><br />All new Avensis versions are fitted, as standard, with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), Traction Control (TRC) and Vehicle Stability Control (VSC+).<br /><br />EBD works with ABS to ensure that the most effective brake force is applied to each wheel, according to road conditions. By preventing the wheels from locking, EBD helps to maintain sure-footed stability during cornering and braking.<br /><br />BA identifies the need for, and applies, additional braking force if the driver fails to apply sufficient force during emergency braking, or releases brake pressure too soon.<br /><br />TRC monitors and controls the amount of power that is applied to the road through the car's wheels. If the system detects that one or more wheels is about to lose traction it instantly determines the best way to restore traction to that wheel, either by decreasing the power being sent to the wheel that is about to spin or, in more extreme cases, momentarily braking the wheel until it regains traction.<br /><br />VSC+ is designed to prevent loss of car control when entering a corner too fast or in slippery conditions which might lead to a skid. Via sensors monitoring car body rotation, wheel speed and brake pressure, the system assesses vehicle stability and the proximity of either an understeer or oversteer slide.<br /><br />The system restores stability by automatically adjusting engine output and applying smoothly modulated braking to the appropriate wheel individually, and by providing assist torque through the Electric Power Steering (EPS) to help the driver make the correct inputs to restore vehicle stability.<br /><br />Adaptive Front Lighting<br /><br />New Toyota Avensis model equipped with High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps are fitted with an Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS). Calculating where the vehicle will be in three seconds time according to steering operation and vehicle speed, the system swivels the low beam projector headlamps in response to steering input, helping to illuminate a bend as the driver steers into it.<br /><br />AFS is also equipped with a dynamic levelling function, which automatically maintains a constant beam height. 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<br />The Toyota Tacoma, still the best-selling compact pickup truck in the U.S. market by a wide margin, offers a restyled exterior look and a redesigned, upgraded interior in all models for 2012. New changes add comfort, usability and audio/infotainment performance.
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<br />Toyota sold more than 106,000 Tacoma models for 2010, outselling its nearest competitor by nearly two-to-one. For 2012, Toyota Tacoma shows a fresh face with a redesigned hood, grille, headlamps and front bumper, among other changes. Inside, customers will find a new center-instrument panel design with a revised gauge cluster, along with a new steering wheel. A redesigned center stack adds new air conditioner/heater controls and power point locations.
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<br />The 2012 Tacoma interior also gets a new look with a black high-contrast center console, switch plate covers, dash and upper door trim, while the SR5 grade features a new seat fabric design. With owners using their trucks for hard work and hard play, Toyota Tacoma offers new heavy-duty all-weather flooring in the 2012 Tacoma Access and Double Cab models, while the more specialized TRD Sport and Off-Road models offer new water-resistant fabric protection seats. The TRD Sport Package adds side mirrors with turn-signal lamps for 2012, as well as available chrome-clad 18-inch wheels.
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<br />Details that add up to more comfort and function include a larger, higher-resolution display for the available back-up camera (3.3-inch vs. 2.4-inch), a new temperature gauge, available rear-view mirror with compass and HomeLink, vanity lamps added to sun visors, an additional overhead storage compartment and, on Access Cab models, a new rear-console storage box. All models now feature two front-deck "D" rings for added versatility.
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<br />The 2012 Toyota Tacoma is available in a wide variety of configurations and models, and this focus on customer choice has been instrumental in the vehicle's continued market leadership. Many models offer a choice between four-cylinder and V6 engines, and 2WD and 4WD drivetrains.
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<br />The Toyota Tacoma has been repeatedly recognized for its outstanding value and reliability. Tacoma was named "Most Dependable Midsize Pickup" in the J.D. Power & Associates 2011 Vehicle Dependability Study, and Intellichoice called it a "2011 Best Overall Value" in the compact pickup segment.
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<br />New Audio Choices for 2012
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<br />Toyota has upgraded audio options for some 2012 Tacoma models. Access Cab models offer a new available six-speaker system with an AM/FM/ Satellite Radio-capable head unit with a single-disc CD player. Built-in Bluetooth® allows hands-free phone, and a USB port enables connection of an iPod®, MP3 player or flash drive with music files.
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<br />The DoubleCab V6 models offer a more advanced display audio system with today's most in-demand connectivity features. These include navigation, Toyota Entune™ services, SiriusXM Satellite Radio (with 90-day trial subscription), HD Radio with iTunes® tagging and text/e-mail-to-voice. This premium infotainment system plays through a JBL® GreenEdge audio system with seven speakers. GreenEdge technology helps reduce fuel consumption by lowering the electric power demand on the vehicle.
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<br />The Toyota Entune system is a collection of popular mobile applications and data services, with three years of complimentary access. Once a smart phone is connected to the vehicle using Bluetooth wireless technology or a USB cable, Entune's features are operated using the vehicle's controls or, for some services, by voice recognition. Entune includes Bing™ and Pandora®; real-time info including traffic, weather, fuel prices, sports and stocks. Apps available in spring 2012 at no charge include iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com and OpenTable®. See toyota.com/entune for details.
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<br />Performance
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<br />The 2012 Toyota Tacoma line offers two engines: a 2.7-liter Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC) four-cylinder that produces 159 horsepower and 180 lb-ft. of torque, and a 4.0-liter DOHC V6 that provides 236 horsepower with 266 lb-ft. of torque. In both engines, variable valve timing with intelligence (VVT-i) provides strong low-end and mid-range torque.
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<br />An Electronic Throttle Control System with intelligence helps optimize performance and fuel economy. The V6 can be teamed with either a six-speed manual or a five-speed automatic transmission. Four-cylinder models offer a choice between a five-speed manual and a four-speed automatic transmission. When equipped with a V6 Tow Package, Access Cab models boast a maximum tow capacity of up to 6,500 pounds.
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<br />X-Runner: A Unique Sport Truck
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<br />The Tacoma X-Runner performance truck, unique in the entire compact truck category, returns for 2012 and features the 4.0-liter V6 engine with a specially tuned chassis. Featuring a six-speed manual transmission, the X-Runner can accelerate from 0-to-60 mph in less than seven seconds. Just as impressive, the Toyota Tacoma X-Runner can achieve lateral acceleration in excess of 0.9-g - comparable to many performance cars. The X-Runner's Access Cab design incorporates a full body kit, a hood scoop and integrated fog lamps. The color-keyed monochromatic exterior comes in three colors - Barcelona Red, Black Sand Pearl and Nautica Blue Metallic, which is new for 2012.
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<br />To take performance even higher, TRD offers a 4.0-liter V6 supercharger kit capable of generating 304 horsepower and 334 lbs.-ft. of torque also available for other Tacoma V6 models). The design uses Eaton Roots-type rotating components in a one-piece supercharger plenum/manifold casting. The supercharger is fully warranted for up to five years or 60,000 miles or the remainder of the powertrain warranty at the time of installation when installed by a Toyota dealer.
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<br />T|X Packages for the Hardcore Pickup Fan
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<br />The T|X and T|X Pro Packages, available in conjunction with the TRD Off-Road Package, add a concept-truck look to the Toyota Tacoma V6 Access Cab or V6 Double Cab PreRunner and 4x4 models. The T|X Package gives the Tacoma a menacing look and additional sportiness with TRD 16-inch black alloy bead-lock wheels and 265/70R16 BFGoodrich Rugged Trail tires. Black tube-side steps, a stainless steel exhaust tip and unique exterior graphics give the T|X the aesthetics of a custom truck.
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<br />The T|X Pro is the performance-oriented package by also including a TRD cat-back performance exhaust system that gives the V6 a throatier sound and a bit more power. The T|X and T|X Pro Packages offer a strong value compared to offering the contents as separate accessories, especially considering that they are covered under Toyota's standard three year/36,000-mile comprehensive vehicle limited warranty and can be financed.
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<br />The TRD Off-Road Package underlying both T|X editions provides a carefully tuned balance of off-road performance and on-road handling. Chassis modifications include an electronic locking rear differential, progressive-rate front springs, specially tuned Bilstein shock absorbers, a 28-mm front stabilizer bar and BFGoodrich Rugged Trail tires. Fog lamps top off the package for a tough, sporty appearance. Both the TRD Off-Road Package and TRD Sport Package have a 400W/115V powerpoint in the bed; sport seats with adjustable lumbar support and unique fabric, and an overhead console with a compass and outside temperature display. Double Cab and Access Cab models also offer a back-up monitor system.
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<br />Safety
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<br />Standard on all Tacoma models is the Toyota Star Safety System™, which includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), and Smart Stop brake override technology. Every Toyota Tacoma has standard three-point seatbelts for all seating positions, front seat-mounted side airbags, roll-sensing side curtain airbags (including a cutoff switch), and a front advanced dual-stage airbag system. A front passenger cutoff switch is standard on Access Cab models.
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<br />All Access Cab and Double Cab models feature standard active headrests for the front seats, which move up and forward almost instantly in the event of certain rear-end collisions to help reduce the distance between the occupant's head and the headrest.
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<br />Capability, Handling and Ride
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<br />The TRD Off-Road Package available for 4x4 V6 automatic models includes Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) and Downhill Assist Control (DAC). HAC operates by independently controlling the brakes at each wheel as needed to help prevent the vehicle from rolling backward or slipping sideways during a transition from a stopped position to climbing a grade. An Automatic Limited-slip Differential (Auto-LSD), which uses brake intervention to help reduce tire slippage at the rear wheels, is standard on all Tacoma models.
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<br />DAC uses engine braking to regulate downhill speed and independently control the brakes at each wheel to help improve directional control. DAC automatically de-activates if the driver depresses the brake or accelerator pedals, presses the DAC button, or shifts into neutral. TRD Off-Road Packages feature a locking rear differential that can be activated by a switch in the cab. An electronic rear differential is available on 4x4 models and the PreRunner.
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<br />Comfort and Convenience
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<br />The well-equipped 4x2 Regular Cab model features standard air conditioning; a full-size spare tire; AM/FM CD four-speaker sound system; tachometer; digital clock; two instrument panel powerpoints with a lighter; dome lamp; and rear mudguards. Regular Cab 4x4 models with the automatic transmission feature standard bucket seats. Toyota Tacoma Access Cab and Double Cab models add more standard features, including power windows and door locks, bucket seats and a center console. In Double Cab models, power mirrors and driver seat adjustable lumbar support are also standard.
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<br />Options
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<br />For both Access and Double Cab models, the available option combinations are built on five core packages. The SR5 Package bundles styling and comfort features, including color-keyed overfenders and front bumper, chrome grille surround and chrome rear bumper, intermittent wipers and upgraded interior features and trim, including a leather-wrapped steering wheel and automatic transmission shift lever.
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<br />The TRD Sport Package is road-focused and features its own specific suspension tuning and lower-profile 265/65 R17 tires on 17-inch alloy wheels. This package also gives Tacoma a sporty look with fog lamps, hood scoop, TRD graphics and color-keyed rear bumper, mirrors, grille surround and door handles.
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<br />The available dealer-installed TRD Big Brake system was developed by Toyota Technical Center and TRD engineers. Engineered to provide effective braking performance under sustained heavy use, the Big Brake system dramatically improves pedal feel. The system uses 13 x 1.25-inch semi-floating vented rotors with directional internal fins, forged aluminum four-piston fixed calipers, larger pads with high coefficient-of-friction material and braided steel lines.
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<br />Exterior Design
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<br />The 2012 Toyota Tacoma has a new look from the A-pillar forward, with new front grilles on all grades. In addition to a new hood, Tacoma also receives new headlamps, new upper and lower bumper areas, including an updated fog lamp housing.
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<br />Toyota Tacoma configurations are based on three cab types: Regular Cab, Access Cab, and the four-door Double Cab. The rear doors on Access Cab models open to 80 degrees to give passengers easy ingress and egress. Bold overfenders distinguish PreRunner and 4x4 models. PreRunner models combine the 4x2 drivetrain with the 4x4's raised riding stance and styling. Double Cab models offer a roof rack system with crossbars that deploy from the roof rails.
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<br />Toyota Tacoma Regular Cab models are built on a 109.6-inch wheelbase; 4x2 Access Cab models (including PreRunner and 4x4) ride on a 127.4-inch wheelbase. The Tacoma Double Cab with the standard five-foot bed shares the 127.4-inch wheelbase, while the Double Cab long-bed models use a 140.6-inch wheelbase.
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<br />The Toyota Tacoma Regular Cab and Access Cab models feature a 73.5-inch-long bed. The Double Cab is available with a choice of a 60.3-inch bed or the 73.5-inch bed. The Tacoma's composite inner bed is made from a sheet-molded composite (SMC) deck and tough and durable walls that are 10 percent lighter than steel. The bed deck features two-tier loading and an integrated deck-rail utility with four standard adjustable tie-down cleats. The rails are compatible with Genuine Toyota Accessories, including cargo bed cross bars, a fork-mount bike rack, and diamond-plate storage boxes. An available 115V/400W powerpoint further extends the bed's utility.
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<br />Interior Design
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<br />A redesigned instrument gauge panel lends a sporty look in all models for 2012. The center console (standard on Access Cab and Double Cab models) flows into the instrument panel for a unified appearance. The console integrates three cupholders, two of which can accommodate extra-large containers.
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<br />Toyota Tacoma's interior provides durability and comfort with high-grade fabric and generous standard equipment. Sound absorption material in the headliner and behind the rear seats, along with insulating carpeting, help to provide a quiet cabin. All Tacoma models provide dual bottle holders in driver's- and passenger's-side doors. Audio controls are mounted high for easy access.
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<br />Higher-grade models feature fabric-covered sun visors and an overhead console with map lights, as well as compartments for sunglasses and a garage door opener. Interior storage is maximized in Access Cab models with fold up rear seats and underseat storage. Double Cab models feature 60/40 split rear seats with adjustable headrests and under-seat storage.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-62377383513164059392011-08-26T21:14:00.001-07:002011-08-26T21:16:50.309-07:002012 Toyota Camry<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EJRaR9B3QnU/TlhvoD0rNDI/AAAAAAACPK8/GP3S6_Vouhs/s1600/Toyota-Camry_2012_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EJRaR9B3QnU/TlhvoD0rNDI/AAAAAAACPK8/GP3S6_Vouhs/s400/Toyota-Camry_2012_002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5645384866920608818" /></a>
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<br />Toyota introduced the all-new, seventh-generation Toyota Camry, America's best-selling car for nine years running and 13 of the past 14 years. The 2012 Camry debuts a bold, sophisticated new design with a more spacious interior, improved driving dynamics and an even quieter ride than before. With class leading safety, fuel economy and multi-media technology added in, the end result is the best Toyota Camry ever made. Introduced in 1983, the Toyota Camry would later establish the template for the modern midsize sedan, setting benchmarks for Quality, Dependability and Reliability, along with a comfortable, quiet ride. Since that time, Toyota has sold more than 15 million Camry models worldwide.
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<br />"The all-new 2012 Camry blends an evolution of the car's values - such as comfort, efficiency, reliability and safety - with a more appealing design and engaging driving experience," said Bob Carter, Toyota Division group vice president and general manager. "Competition in the midsize sedan segment is the strongest it's ever been, and the all-new Camry is designed to maintain its long-standing leadership while also broadening its appeal."
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<br />The Toyota Camry again offers three powertrain choices, all of which have been enhanced for 2012 to provide better fuel economy and more responsive performance. All Camry models with the revised 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine now offer 178 horsepower, an increase of nine hp, and 170 lb.-ft. of peak torque. EPA-estimated fuel economy figures are 25 mpg city/35 highway, and the 28 mpg combined is two more than the previous generation Camry. The 2.5-liter engine employs Dual VVT-i (Dual Variable Valve Timing-intelligent), which controls valve timing on both the intake and exhaust camshafts for optimal performance and efficiency at all engine speeds. The Acoustic Control Induction System (ACIS) helps optimize torque over a broad engine speed range.
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<br />Performance and Efficiency
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<br />The DOHC 3.5-liter V6, available in the SE and XLE grades, delivers 268 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 248 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 4,700 rpm. Enhancements to this engine boost its fuel economy to projected EPA-estimated ratings of 21 mpg city/30 mpg highway, the best for any current V6 midsize sedan.
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<br />The V6 uses chain-driven camshafts and Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (Dual VVT-i). To improve efficiency, the V6 features a new, lower oil viscosity and an automatic transmission fluid warmer that brings the transmission to operating temperature more quickly in cold weather. Higher final drive-gear ratios also contribute to better fuel economy in the new Toyota Camry models.
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<br />The gas-engine LE, XLE and SE models come equipped exclusively with a six-speed automatic transmission that offers a sequential manual shift mode using the console shifter. Intelligent control adapts shifting strategy in response to driver input, with fast kick-down. In addition, the Camry SE exclusively offers a "D range" sequential shifting, which allows manual shifting with the new steering wheel paddle shifters even when the console shifter is in the "D" mode. Also exclusive to the Toyota Camry SE, the automatic transmission features faster shift times when in "S" mode and downshift blipping control emphasizes a sense of sportiness.
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<br />All-New Camry Hybrid Sets New Standard for Mid-size Hybrid Sedans
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<br />The all-new Camry Hybrid debuts a highly revised version of the brand's Hybrid Synergy Drive powertrain, including a new 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. The 2012 Camry Hybrid LE, with EPA-estimated 43 mpg city/39 mpg highway/41 mpg combined, yields a more-than-30 percent boost in fuel economy in the EPA city and combined driving cycles, compared to the previous generation, thanks largely to the new hybrid powertrain, but also due to lighter vehicle weight and optimized aerodynamics.
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<br />Through its unique transaxle, the Hybrid Synergy Drive system combines output from the four-cylinder engine with a small high-torque electric motor. The system produces a combined 200 horsepower and varies power between the gas engine and electric motor, or combines both, as needed.
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<br />The new 2.5-liter engine, like the 2.4-liter it replaces, uses the Atkinson cycle (delayed intake-valve closing for an expansion ratio greater than compression ratio) to achieve maximum efficiency. The Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) system on the intake camshaft enhances torque, which is greater than with the previous engine. An electric water pump, a roller-rocker type valvetrain and a variable-output oil pump help to reduce internal friction, boosting economy.
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<br />A new water-cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system helps to ensure the lowest possible emissions at all vehicle speeds and helps increase fuel efficiency. By cooling and controlling exhaust gas injected into each cylinder, the system eliminates the need to richen the air-fuel mixture to control cylinder temperatures.
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<br />The 2012 Camry Hybrid meets AT-PZEV (Advanced Technology Partial-credit Zero Emissions Vehicle) standards. New sound absorbing materials in the engine compartment, along with more linear control over engine speed, give the 2012 Camry Hybrid a more pleasing sound under acceleration.
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<br />Because there are situations in which the gas engine in the Toyota Camry Hybrid shuts off, air conditioning and power steering systems are driven electrically. New efficiency measures in the Hybrid Synergy Drive system include reducing internal losses in the transaxle, improving motor-voltage control, and optimizing the regenerative braking. The proven nickel-metal-hydride battery, located in the luggage compartment behind the rear seats, now features enhanced air-cooling. Its more compact size, along with moving the DC/DC converter to the engine compartment, results in a trunk that is 2.1-cubic feet larger than in the previous-generation Camry Hybrid.
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<br />Lighter overall vehicle weight also contributes to better performance and fuel economy. Its 7.6-second zero-to-60 acceleration time places the Camry Hybrid between the four-cylinder and V6 models. Lower rolling resistance tires, available for the first time in 17-inch size, also help boost fuel economy.
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<br />New for the 2012 Camry Hybrid, an EV Drive mode allows the driver to operate the car on the electric motor alone for up to 1.6 miles at lower speeds (below approximately 25 mph). The EV indicator illuminates when the vehicle is being propelled solely by the electric motor.
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<br />As on the previous Toyota Camry Hybrid, ECO mode optimizes throttle response and air conditioning output to prioritize maximum fuel economy. A Hybrid-exclusive instrument cluster with Hybrid System Indicator and fuel consumption indicator helps the driver to operate the car as economically as possible.
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<br />Instantaneous fuel economy is shown with LEDs (light emitting diodes) around the outside of the average fuel economy gauge. The car's Multi-Information display graphically shows fuel economy in real time and can also show energy flow, and cruising range information.
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<br />As before, applying the brake converts the motor to a generator that captures the kinetic energy from the still-spinning vehicle wheels, storing it in the hybrid battery pack. Putting the shifter into "B" uses regenerative braking as a form of engine braking for enhanced control on steep descents. New hill-start assist control helps prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when starting off on an incline when the brake pedal is released.
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<br />Exclusive exterior and interior design touches and badging differentiate the 2012 Camry Hybrid from other Camry models. Inside, Hybrid-exclusive trim is found on the instrument panel and door switch bases, upper console panels and shift knob. The Camry Hybrid also features its own exclusive seat fabric in ivory or light gray. An exclusive leather and Ultrasuede is also available. A three-dial Optitron gauge panel with chrome-accented outer rings provides a luxurious appearance.
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<br />Grade Strategy
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<br />The all-new Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid will offer six different model grades to choose from. Camry will be available in the entry-level L, value-driven LE, premium XLE and sporty SE grades. The XLE and SE are available with four-cylinder or V6 engines. The Camry Hybrid is offered in LE and XLE grades.
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<br />Exterior Design
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<br />The 2012 Camry employs an elegantly simple but modern form, emphasizing a wider, lower stance than previous models. The design conveys an "architectural statement" through crisp, precise character lines, while a more strongly curved door cross-section and more defined rocker panel molding (chrome accented on LE and XLE) give the Camry a more expressive appearance.
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<br />Headlights show a more dynamic shape, with a pronounced curvature of the main-beam unit merging into the bumper cover. Fog lights are standard on the XLE and SE grades. The rear lamp clusters wrap tightly into the body sides, with their top sections extending into the trunk panel.
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<br />The Camry LE and XLE feature additional exterior chrome trim, and the SE grade debuts its own lower-body design and exclusive fine-mesh upper grille section. The SE also features three-part lower grille section housing fog lamps, along with black sport trim headlamp bezels. The more prominent rocker panel moldings on the SE cleanly link to integrated front and rear underbody spoilers, emphasizing width, and the trunk lid carries an integrated spoiler.
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<br />Accentuating the new body design are four new colors. Two of the colors (Attitude Black Metallic and Clearwater Blue) are all-new to Toyota in the U.S. Attitude Black Metallic blends in a bright blue pigment for an intriguing take on traditional jet black; Clearwater Blue incorporates a silver metallic pigment to lend this hue a glassy, water-like finish.
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<br />Interior Design
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<br />While featuring nearly the same external dimensions as the previous generation, the 2012 Camry offers a more inviting and spacious interior. A new dashboard design, modified seat locations, redesigned seats and "lean" door, pillar and headliner trim all combine to add both real space and greater perceptual spaciousness while also enhancing outward visibility. Repositioning the driver's seat and the standard tilt/telescoping steering wheel (tilt has increased 33 percent for greater driver comfort) also aid forward visibility and enhance the driver's positioning.
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<br />The accelerator pedal and front seats were moved forward, and the rear-seat hip point was positioned rearward, increasing the couple distance by 0.6-inch; together with reshaped front seatbacks help increase rear-knee room by 1.8-inch. The redesigned center console and front edge of the rear-seat cushion increase rear middle seat legroom by two inches.
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<br />Not as obvious are the many areas where Toyota Camry designers reshaped interior trim to increase the feeling of spaciousness, including the A- and B-pillars, headliner over the rear seat and door trim. In most vehicles, space is left between the structure and the trim to yield a "clean" surface. Using a lean-car design approach, the trim more closely follows the structure beneath it. The result is added space that contributes much more to a feeling of comfort than the gains in mere millimeters might suggest.
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<br />Three-dimensional construction and contrasting-material textures give the new instrument panel a feeling of depth, while the shapes themselves contribute to a more spacious cabin and improved forward sightlines. The prominently curved center cluster appears to float over the instrument panel, reducing its visual mass. Soft textures used on the upper instrument panel, upper door trim, door armrests and center console armrest contribute to greater comfort in the Camry. Stitching on the instrument panel soft padding and matching stitching-look trim elsewhere helps to create a sense of luxury. Aluminum-color and chrome trim are used judiciously.
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<br />The Camry LE and XLE grades feature either ivory or gray seating color; the Camry SE features unique upholstery in black-on-black or black-on-gray. Newly designed front-seat frames, higher seatbacks and longer seat cushions enhance comfort. The height adjustment on the driver's seat offers nearly a half inch greater range than before (total travel is 2.4 inches). The SE's sporty front seats provide thicker side bolsters, and the exclusive three-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel offers paddle-shift control for the six-speed automatic transmission.
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<br />For 2012, the Toyota Camry offers four seat-covering materials: fabric in the LE and XLE; fabric with SofTex in the SE, standard leather trim on the XLE V6 (optional in the XLE four-cylinder), and Ultrasuede® with leather available for the SE and XLE Hybrid. Heated seats are standard on the XLE V6 and are available for SE, XLE four-cylinder and Hybrid with variable temperature control.
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<br />The new Camry provides the added functionality demanded by consumers today, yet keeps its controls straightforward and intuitive to use. Control knobs impart a high-precision feel when used. Special attention was paid to function and comfort with the center console design. Soft kneepads on both sides add comfort for the driver and passenger; the front section offers a 12V accessory connector and an easy-to-access USB/input jack port for connecting iPods and other media devices. A sliding rear console door - rather than the more traditional flip-up design - enables easier access from either front seat. Two steering wheel designs, with integrated audio and Bluetooth® controls, are featured: a four-spoke for LE; a leather-wrapped four-spoke for XLE; and a sporty three-spoke, leather-wrapped wheel for the SE.
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<br />All grades now feature a standard 60/40 split folding rear seatback to expand cargo capacity. The seats can be lowered by a remote release from the trunk area. Rear-seat side airbags are standard across the line, and an armrest with cup holders adds comfort and convenience.
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<br />Advanced Connectivity
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<br />Seamlessly integrated into the Camry are state-of-the-art electronics and enhanced connectivity features. A Bluetooth wireless connection for compatible hands-free phone calls is standard, now improved by an available automatic phone book transfer function. Also standard is a USB port that allows playing of music and video from portable audio devices, using the vehicle sound system and available in-dash display screen, including full iPod integration.
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<br />The standard audio system on LE, XLE and SE has a 6.1-inch screen and six speakers. The screen also displays the energy monitor and fuel consumption data, and functions as the monitor for the available integrated back-up camera (SE and XLE only) and the Display Audio System. The screen also offers a new value-driven navigation system and serves as a portal for Entune, Toyota's innovative new multimedia system. An available HD Radio system enables CD sound quality from digital FM broadcasts, and has features that maximize analog and AM broadcast sound quality. The system will include HD Radio with iTunes tagging for future purchase and SiriusXM Satellite Radio™.
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<br />The top-of-the-line audio is equipped with a new seven-inch Premium HDD Navigation system with Entune™ and JBL. This system offers a new split-screen feature that allows for simultaneously displaying navigation and audio information.
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<br />Toyota Camry also offers the new JBL GreenEdge™ audio system that combines an eight-channel amplifier and door-mounted "acoustic lens" speakers, to provide a high-quality sound. The GreenEdge amplifier achieves a 66-percent reduction in overall mass and a 50-percent enhancement in sound efficiency. The GreenEdge speakers produce a higher output of sound with the same power or less consumption of conventional models.
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<br />Entune Multimedia System
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<br />Camry will be one of the first Toyotas to offer the Entune multimedia system. For the first time ever in a Toyota automobile, this new system leverages the mobile smartphone to provide a richer in-vehicle experience with fully integrated access to navigation, entertainment and information services.
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<br />Toyota Entune debuts the first-ever support for engaging mobile apps, such as Bing, OpenTable, and movietickets.com, along with accessing useful travel-related services, such as live weather, traffic, fuel information (location and price), stocks, and sports. Toyota Entune brings the largest selection of music options available to a vehicle, including iHeartRadio's 750+ stations, and Pandora's personalized music service.
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<br />The audio systems combined with Entune feature a best-in-class, advanced conversational voice recognition system that helps the driver to stay focused on the road by eliminating the need to memorize thousands of voice commands. The system will also allow for audio read-back and replay capabilities for text messages, with the ability to respond by pre-set "Quick Reply Messages" such as: "I'm driving and will reply later."
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<br />A New Benchmark for Midsize Sedan Quietness
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<br />Long lauded as a benchmark for ride smoothness and quietness in the midsize segment, the all-new Camry resets the standard by taking both attributes to an even higher level of refinement. To reduce noise throughout the entire cabin, focus was placed on suppressing noises that stand out. As powertrains have become more refined and quieter, wind noise and road noise have tended to become more noticeable to drivers and passengers. A low noise reading (in decibels) does not always equate to a subjectively quiet interior. Vehicle occupants' perception of quietness also depends on the type and frequency of the sound.
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<br />It was determined where such noticeable sounds enter the cabin, and additional insulation was placed in those areas. New sound absorbing materials silence any noise that manages to penetrate the interior. In particular, engineers focused on suppressing noises that are near the frequencies of human speech to provide an environment that is more comfortable for conversation.
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<br />Measures that focus on reducing wind noise include stronger door and rocker area seals; optimized placement of sound insulating materials; foam applied in the roof, pillars and door openings; acoustic glass used for the V6 and Hybrid model's windshield; and special bracing of cowl intake louvers.
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<br />The dashboard structure and assembly, one of the most complex areas in modern cars, was thoroughly optimized to prevent noise intrusion. It can also be a source of noise intrusion. The structure employs a new cross member and center brace, along with sandwiched sheet steel to suppress resonance and reduce vibration. With the sandwiched steel, asphalt foam is used to absorb vibration energy while increasing sound blocking effectiveness.
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<br />A dash outer silencer uses an air layer between the dash panel and sound absorbing felt. An inner silencing layer uses soft and hard felts to block a wide range of low-to-high frequencies. Damping-coating thickness and application areas have been optimized for reduced floor-panel vibration and noise penetration through the floor, and a new type of carpet helps eliminates noise. Silencer panels installed in the rear-wheel housings, and new sound-absorbing materials added to the trunk's interior side trim further reduce road noise from the tires and wheel housings.
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<br />Exceptional Handling and Ride
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<br />A more rigid body structure, revised front suspension, redesigned rear suspension and aerodynamics all help to imbue the new Camry with greater straight-line stability and crisper steering response, while also enhancing overall ride comfort. Handling stability, more than just conveying a sense of driving enjoyment, also greatly influences the driver's feeling of security.
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<br />The 2012 Toyota Camry body structure uses a greater amount of high tensile steel (440 Mpa or higher) than before and even stronger high tensile strength sheet steel (590 Mpa or higher), resulting in a stronger but lighter body than the previous model. A flared design on the doors and fenders enables use of slimmer but stronger construction. High tensile aluminum bumper supports are lighter yet stronger than before. Newly developed plastic for the bumper covers and cowl louvers reduces weight as well.
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<br />The stiffened cowl section increases suspension-area rigidity, suppressing twist. The front-suspension towers are directly connected through the cowl to increase rigidity, and the attachment method and reinforcement braces have been strengthened. The all-new rear underbody and rear subframe increase lateral force control and torsional rigidity.
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<br />The McPherson-strut front suspension now uses inversely wound coil springs that enhance straight-line stability. Shock-absorber damping and stabilizer-bar thickness have been optimized as well. The rear suspension retains the proven dual-link strut configuration of the previous model but has been redesigned with new geometry (increased toe-in during cornering and braking) and retuned components to enhance cornering stability. Coil springs, bushings, stabilizer-bar and shock-absorber damping have all been revised.
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<br />Rear-combination lamps and side-view mirrors on the 2012 Camry incorporate aero stabilizing fins, inspired by Formula One racing technology, that create air vortexes on the body sides to stabilize the body and contribute to handling stability. Underbody aerodynamic elements regulate airflow under the vehicle, also contributing to ride smoothness.
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<br />The Camry SE model features specific suspension components and tuning, including exclusive steering knuckles and lighter, stiffer lower front control arms. The front and rear springs are exclusive to this model, and the shock absorbers feature internal rebound springs for greater cornering roll resistance. The rear suspension No. 1 control arm uses a pillow-ball bushing to further enhance handling agility.
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<br />All new Camry models will be the first to feature Toyota's latest electric power steering (EPS) control system, which will offer more flexibility to steering-feel tuning. The system regulates power-assist response based on vehicle speed, and for the first time steering-input rate. The vehicle-speed sensing feature will provide light effort during low speeds, changing to moderate effort during higher speeds.
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<br />The SE grade will feature a power-assist ratio that provides a more sporty feeling than the LE and XLE.
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<br />Also, electricity is only consumed when assist power is necessary, helping to improve fuel economy. Electric power steering is also more environment-friendly, as it does not require hydraulic fluid.
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<br />All Toyota Camry grades feature newly developed all-season tires designed for an optimal balance of fuel economy, handling, quietness, ride comfort and braking performance. The LE grade features standard 16-inch wheels; the SE comes standard with five-spoke 17-inch alloy wheels and the V6 SE offers the first 18-inch alloy wheels on a Camry. The latter feature is a unique twist-spoke design with 225/45R18 all-season tires. Camry SE models will also include tires that have more grip. The Camry XLE comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels featuring an elegant 10-spoke design.
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<br />Safety and Security
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<br />All 2012 Camry models are equipped with 10 standard airbags: dual-stage advanced SRS front airbags, front and rear seat-mounted side airbags, side curtain airbags and a driver's and front passenger's knee airbag. The front-passenger's knee airbag and rear-seat side airbags are new to Toyota Camry.
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<br />The Camry's body structure is designed to help absorb collision-impact forces and help minimize impact deformation to the passenger cabin. High-strength steel is used for B-pillar and rocker-panel reinforcements to help manage overall body deformation in the event of certain side collisions. The seat frames also are designed to help absorb side collision loads. The inner-hood structure and front-edge construction are designed to help reduce pedestrian injuries in a collision.
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<br />Like all Toyota models, the Camry will feature Toyota's Star Safety System™ standard, which includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist. It also features the standard Smart Stop Technology brake-override system. An electronic tire pressure monitoring system is standard equipment.
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<br />Another available safety system, Safety Connect, can access a call center with a live operator who can dispatch police and emergency vehicles. The system combines automatic collision notification and a stolen vehicle locator feature, which can track the location of the stolen vehicle via GPS and help guide police to recover it.
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<br />The new available Blind Spot Monitor uses sub-millimeter wave radar to detect vehicles in the driver's blind spots. When the system detects a vehicle in the adjacent lane, it alerts the driver using indicators on the side mirrors. If the turn signal is on when the there is a vehicle in the blind spot of the driver's intended lane, the indicator on the corresponding mirror will flash. The driver can switch off the system, if desired.
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<br />In vehicles equipped with one of the display audio systems and backup camera, when the vehicle is shifted into Reverse, the audio display will show the image of what the camera captures, along with an overlay of positioning lines representing the parking space and distance to obstacles.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-43912611238216634532011-08-26T20:58:00.001-07:002011-08-26T21:01:26.974-07:002012 Toyota Camry Hybrid<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-heWeajqLJvA/TlhsBvbaK_I/AAAAAAACPIo/zEPJ1bLXH6Q/s1600/Toyota-Camry_Hybrid_2012_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-heWeajqLJvA/TlhsBvbaK_I/AAAAAAACPIo/zEPJ1bLXH6Q/s400/Toyota-Camry_Hybrid_2012_002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5645380910076013554" /></a>
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<br />Toyota introduced the all-new, seventh-generation Toyota Camry, America's best-selling car for nine years running and 13 of the past 14 years. The 2012 Camry debuts a bold, sophisticated new design with a more spacious interior, improved driving dynamics and an even quieter ride than before. With class leading safety, fuel economy and multi-media technology added in, the end result is the best Toyota Camry ever made. Introduced in 1983, the Toyota Camry would later establish the template for the modern midsize sedan, setting benchmarks for Quality, Dependability and Reliability, along with a comfortable, quiet ride. Since that time, Toyota has sold more than 15 million Camry models worldwide.
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<br />"The all-new 2012 Camry blends an evolution of the car's values - such as comfort, efficiency, reliability and safety - with a more appealing design and engaging driving experience," said Bob Carter, Toyota Division group vice president and general manager. "Competition in the midsize sedan segment is the strongest it's ever been, and the all-new Camry is designed to maintain its long-standing leadership while also broadening its appeal."
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<br />The Toyota Camry again offers three powertrain choices, all of which have been enhanced for 2012 to provide better fuel economy and more responsive performance. All Camry models with the revised 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine now offer 178 horsepower, an increase of nine hp, and 170 lb.-ft. of peak torque. EPA-estimated fuel economy figures are 25 mpg city/35 highway, and the 28 mpg combined is two more than the previous generation Camry. The 2.5-liter engine employs Dual VVT-i (Dual Variable Valve Timing-intelligent), which controls valve timing on both the intake and exhaust camshafts for optimal performance and efficiency at all engine speeds. The Acoustic Control Induction System (ACIS) helps optimize torque over a broad engine speed range.
<br />2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid
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<br />Performance and Efficiency
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<br />The DOHC 3.5-liter V6, available in the SE and XLE grades, delivers 268 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 248 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 4,700 rpm. Enhancements to this engine boost its fuel economy to projected EPA-estimated ratings of 21 mpg city/30 mpg highway, the best for any current V6 midsize sedan.
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<br />The V6 uses chain-driven camshafts and Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (Dual VVT-i). To improve efficiency, the V6 features a new, lower oil viscosity and an automatic transmission fluid warmer that brings the transmission to operating temperature more quickly in cold weather. Higher final drive-gear ratios also contribute to better fuel economy in the new Toyota Camry models.
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<br />The gas-engine LE, XLE and SE models come equipped exclusively with a six-speed automatic transmission that offers a sequential manual shift mode using the console shifter. Intelligent control adapts shifting strategy in response to driver input, with fast kick-down. In addition, the Camry SE exclusively offers a "D range" sequential shifting, which allows manual shifting with the new steering wheel paddle shifters even when the console shifter is in the "D" mode. Also exclusive to the Toyota Camry SE, the automatic transmission features faster shift times when in "S" mode and downshift blipping control emphasizes a sense of sportiness.
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<br />All-New Camry Hybrid Sets New Standard for Mid-size Hybrid Sedans
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<br />The all-new Camry Hybrid debuts a highly revised version of the brand's Hybrid Synergy Drive powertrain, including a new 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. The 2012 Camry Hybrid LE, with EPA-estimated 43 mpg city/39 mpg highway/41 mpg combined, yields a more-than-30 percent boost in fuel economy in the EPA city and combined driving cycles, compared to the previous generation, thanks largely to the new hybrid powertrain, but also due to lighter vehicle weight and optimized aerodynamics.
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<br />Through its unique transaxle, the Hybrid Synergy Drive system combines output from the four-cylinder engine with a small high-torque electric motor. The system produces a combined 200 horsepower and varies power between the gas engine and electric motor, or combines both, as needed.
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<br />The new 2.5-liter engine, like the 2.4-liter it replaces, uses the Atkinson cycle (delayed intake-valve closing for an expansion ratio greater than compression ratio) to achieve maximum efficiency. The Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) system on the intake camshaft enhances torque, which is greater than with the previous engine. An electric water pump, a roller-rocker type valvetrain and a variable-output oil pump help to reduce internal friction, boosting economy.
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<br />A new water-cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system helps to ensure the lowest possible emissions at all vehicle speeds and helps increase fuel efficiency. By cooling and controlling exhaust gas injected into each cylinder, the system eliminates the need to richen the air-fuel mixture to control cylinder temperatures.
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<br />The 2012 Camry Hybrid meets AT-PZEV (Advanced Technology Partial-credit Zero Emissions Vehicle) standards. New sound absorbing materials in the engine compartment, along with more linear control over engine speed, give the 2012 Camry Hybrid a more pleasing sound under acceleration.
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<br />Because there are situations in which the gas engine in the Toyota Camry Hybrid shuts off, air conditioning and power steering systems are driven electrically. New efficiency measures in the Hybrid Synergy Drive system include reducing internal losses in the transaxle, improving motor-voltage control, and optimizing the regenerative braking. The proven nickel-metal-hydride battery, located in the luggage compartment behind the rear seats, now features enhanced air-cooling. Its more compact size, along with moving the DC/DC converter to the engine compartment, results in a trunk that is 2.1-cubic feet larger than in the previous-generation Camry Hybrid.
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<br />Lighter overall vehicle weight also contributes to better performance and fuel economy. Its 7.6-second zero-to-60 acceleration time places the Camry Hybrid between the four-cylinder and V6 models. Lower rolling resistance tires, available for the first time in 17-inch size, also help boost fuel economy.
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<br />New for the 2012 Camry Hybrid, an EV Drive mode allows the driver to operate the car on the electric motor alone for up to 1.6 miles at lower speeds (below approximately 25 mph). The EV indicator illuminates when the vehicle is being propelled solely by the electric motor.
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<br />As on the previous Toyota Camry Hybrid, ECO mode optimizes throttle response and air conditioning output to prioritize maximum fuel economy. A Hybrid-exclusive instrument cluster with Hybrid System Indicator and fuel consumption indicator helps the driver to operate the car as economically as possible.
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<br />Instantaneous fuel economy is shown with LEDs (light emitting diodes) around the outside of the average fuel economy gauge. The car's Multi-Information display graphically shows fuel economy in real time and can also show energy flow, and cruising range information.
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<br />As before, applying the brake converts the motor to a generator that captures the kinetic energy from the still-spinning vehicle wheels, storing it in the hybrid battery pack. Putting the shifter into "B" uses regenerative braking as a form of engine braking for enhanced control on steep descents. New hill-start assist control helps prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when starting off on an incline when the brake pedal is released.
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<br />Exclusive exterior and interior design touches and badging differentiate the 2012 Camry Hybrid from other Camry models. Inside, Hybrid-exclusive trim is found on the instrument panel and door switch bases, upper console panels and shift knob. The Camry Hybrid also features its own exclusive seat fabric in ivory or light gray. An exclusive leather and Ultrasuede is also available. A three-dial Optitron gauge panel with chrome-accented outer rings provides a luxurious appearance.
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<br />Grade Strategy
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<br />The all-new Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid will offer six different model grades to choose from. Camry will be available in the entry-level L, value-driven LE, premium XLE and sporty SE grades. The XLE and SE are available with four-cylinder or V6 engines. The Camry Hybrid is offered in LE and XLE grades.
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<br />Exterior Design
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<br />The 2012 Camry employs an elegantly simple but modern form, emphasizing a wider, lower stance than previous models. The design conveys an "architectural statement" through crisp, precise character lines, while a more strongly curved door cross-section and more defined rocker panel molding (chrome accented on LE and XLE) give the Camry a more expressive appearance.
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<br />Headlights show a more dynamic shape, with a pronounced curvature of the main-beam unit merging into the bumper cover. Fog lights are standard on the XLE and SE grades. The rear lamp clusters wrap tightly into the body sides, with their top sections extending into the trunk panel.
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<br />The Camry LE and XLE feature additional exterior chrome trim, and the SE grade debuts its own lower-body design and exclusive fine-mesh upper grille section. The SE also features three-part lower grille section housing fog lamps, along with black sport trim headlamp bezels. The more prominent rocker panel moldings on the SE cleanly link to integrated front and rear underbody spoilers, emphasizing width, and the trunk lid carries an integrated spoiler.
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<br />Accentuating the new body design are four new colors. Two of the colors (Attitude Black Metallic and Clearwater Blue) are all-new to Toyota in the U.S. Attitude Black Metallic blends in a bright blue pigment for an intriguing take on traditional jet black; Clearwater Blue incorporates a silver metallic pigment to lend this hue a glassy, water-like finish.
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<br />Interior Design
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<br />While featuring nearly the same external dimensions as the previous generation, the 2012 Camry offers a more inviting and spacious interior. A new dashboard design, modified seat locations, redesigned seats and "lean" door, pillar and headliner trim all combine to add both real space and greater perceptual spaciousness while also enhancing outward visibility. Repositioning the driver's seat and the standard tilt/telescoping steering wheel (tilt has increased 33 percent for greater driver comfort) also aid forward visibility and enhance the driver's positioning.
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<br />The accelerator pedal and front seats were moved forward, and the rear-seat hip point was positioned rearward, increasing the couple distance by 0.6-inch; together with reshaped front seatbacks help increase rear-knee room by 1.8-inch. The redesigned center console and front edge of the rear-seat cushion increase rear middle seat legroom by two inches.
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<br />Not as obvious are the many areas where Toyota Camry designers reshaped interior trim to increase the feeling of spaciousness, including the A- and B-pillars, headliner over the rear seat and door trim. In most vehicles, space is left between the structure and the trim to yield a "clean" surface. Using a lean-car design approach, the trim more closely follows the structure beneath it. The result is added space that contributes much more to a feeling of comfort than the gains in mere millimeters might suggest.
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<br />Three-dimensional construction and contrasting-material textures give the new instrument panel a feeling of depth, while the shapes themselves contribute to a more spacious cabin and improved forward sightlines. The prominently curved center cluster appears to float over the instrument panel, reducing its visual mass. Soft textures used on the upper instrument panel, upper door trim, door armrests and center console armrest contribute to greater comfort in the Camry. Stitching on the instrument panel soft padding and matching stitching-look trim elsewhere helps to create a sense of luxury. Aluminum-color and chrome trim are used judiciously.
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<br />The Camry LE and XLE grades feature either ivory or gray seating color; the Camry SE features unique upholstery in black-on-black or black-on-gray. Newly designed front-seat frames, higher seatbacks and longer seat cushions enhance comfort. The height adjustment on the driver's seat offers nearly a half inch greater range than before (total travel is 2.4 inches). The SE's sporty front seats provide thicker side bolsters, and the exclusive three-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel offers paddle-shift control for the six-speed automatic transmission.
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<br />For 2012, the Toyota Camry offers four seat-covering materials: fabric in the LE and XLE; fabric with SofTex in the SE, standard leather trim on the XLE V6 (optional in the XLE four-cylinder), and Ultrasuede® with leather available for the SE and XLE Hybrid. Heated seats are standard on the XLE V6 and are available for SE, XLE four-cylinder and Hybrid with variable temperature control.
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<br />The new Camry provides the added functionality demanded by consumers today, yet keeps its controls straightforward and intuitive to use. Control knobs impart a high-precision feel when used. Special attention was paid to function and comfort with the center console design. Soft kneepads on both sides add comfort for the driver and passenger; the front section offers a 12V accessory connector and an easy-to-access USB/input jack port for connecting iPods and other media devices. A sliding rear console door - rather than the more traditional flip-up design - enables easier access from either front seat. Two steering wheel designs, with integrated audio and Bluetooth® controls, are featured: a four-spoke for LE; a leather-wrapped four-spoke for XLE; and a sporty three-spoke, leather-wrapped wheel for the SE.
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<br />All grades now feature a standard 60/40 split folding rear seatback to expand cargo capacity. The seats can be lowered by a remote release from the trunk area. Rear-seat side airbags are standard across the line, and an armrest with cup holders adds comfort and convenience.
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<br />Advanced Connectivity
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<br />Seamlessly integrated into the Camry are state-of-the-art electronics and enhanced connectivity features. A Bluetooth wireless connection for compatible hands-free phone calls is standard, now improved by an available automatic phone book transfer function. Also standard is a USB port that allows playing of music and video from portable audio devices, using the vehicle sound system and available in-dash display screen, including full iPod integration.
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<br />The standard audio system on LE, XLE and SE has a 6.1-inch screen and six speakers. The screen also displays the energy monitor and fuel consumption data, and functions as the monitor for the available integrated back-up camera (SE and XLE only) and the Display Audio System. The screen also offers a new value-driven navigation system and serves as a portal for Entune, Toyota's innovative new multimedia system. An available HD Radio system enables CD sound quality from digital FM broadcasts, and has features that maximize analog and AM broadcast sound quality. The system will include HD Radio with iTunes tagging for future purchase and SiriusXM Satellite Radio™.
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<br />The top-of-the-line audio is equipped with a new seven-inch Premium HDD Navigation system with Entune™ and JBL. This system offers a new split-screen feature that allows for simultaneously displaying navigation and audio information.
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<br />Toyota Camry also offers the new JBL GreenEdge™ audio system that combines an eight-channel amplifier and door-mounted "acoustic lens" speakers, to provide a high-quality sound. The GreenEdge amplifier achieves a 66-percent reduction in overall mass and a 50-percent enhancement in sound efficiency. The GreenEdge speakers produce a higher output of sound with the same power or less consumption of conventional models.
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<br />Entune Multimedia System
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<br />Camry will be one of the first Toyotas to offer the Entune multimedia system. For the first time ever in a Toyota automobile, this new system leverages the mobile smartphone to provide a richer in-vehicle experience with fully integrated access to navigation, entertainment and information services.
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<br />Toyota Entune debuts the first-ever support for engaging mobile apps, such as Bing, OpenTable, and movietickets.com, along with accessing useful travel-related services, such as live weather, traffic, fuel information (location and price), stocks, and sports. Toyota Entune brings the largest selection of music options available to a vehicle, including iHeartRadio's 750+ stations, and Pandora's personalized music service.
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<br />The audio systems combined with Entune feature a best-in-class, advanced conversational voice recognition system that helps the driver to stay focused on the road by eliminating the need to memorize thousands of voice commands. The system will also allow for audio read-back and replay capabilities for text messages, with the ability to respond by pre-set "Quick Reply Messages" such as: "I'm driving and will reply later."
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<br />A New Benchmark for Midsize Sedan Quietness
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<br />Long lauded as a benchmark for ride smoothness and quietness in the midsize segment, the all-new Camry resets the standard by taking both attributes to an even higher level of refinement. To reduce noise throughout the entire cabin, focus was placed on suppressing noises that stand out. As powertrains have become more refined and quieter, wind noise and road noise have tended to become more noticeable to drivers and passengers. A low noise reading (in decibels) does not always equate to a subjectively quiet interior. Vehicle occupants' perception of quietness also depends on the type and frequency of the sound.
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<br />It was determined where such noticeable sounds enter the cabin, and additional insulation was placed in those areas. New sound absorbing materials silence any noise that manages to penetrate the interior. In particular, engineers focused on suppressing noises that are near the frequencies of human speech to provide an environment that is more comfortable for conversation.
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<br />Measures that focus on reducing wind noise include stronger door and rocker area seals; optimized placement of sound insulating materials; foam applied in the roof, pillars and door openings; acoustic glass used for the V6 and Hybrid model's windshield; and special bracing of cowl intake louvers.
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<br />The dashboard structure and assembly, one of the most complex areas in modern cars, was thoroughly optimized to prevent noise intrusion. It can also be a source of noise intrusion. The structure employs a new cross member and center brace, along with sandwiched sheet steel to suppress resonance and reduce vibration. With the sandwiched steel, asphalt foam is used to absorb vibration energy while increasing sound blocking effectiveness.
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<br />A dash outer silencer uses an air layer between the dash panel and sound absorbing felt. An inner silencing layer uses soft and hard felts to block a wide range of low-to-high frequencies. Damping-coating thickness and application areas have been optimized for reduced floor-panel vibration and noise penetration through the floor, and a new type of carpet helps eliminates noise. Silencer panels installed in the rear-wheel housings, and new sound-absorbing materials added to the trunk's interior side trim further reduce road noise from the tires and wheel housings.
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<br />Exceptional Handling and Ride
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<br />A more rigid body structure, revised front suspension, redesigned rear suspension and aerodynamics all help to imbue the new Camry with greater straight-line stability and crisper steering response, while also enhancing overall ride comfort. Handling stability, more than just conveying a sense of driving enjoyment, also greatly influences the driver's feeling of security.
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<br />The 2012 Toyota Camry body structure uses a greater amount of high tensile steel (440 Mpa or higher) than before and even stronger high tensile strength sheet steel (590 Mpa or higher), resulting in a stronger but lighter body than the previous model. A flared design on the doors and fenders enables use of slimmer but stronger construction. High tensile aluminum bumper supports are lighter yet stronger than before. Newly developed plastic for the bumper covers and cowl louvers reduces weight as well.
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<br />The stiffened cowl section increases suspension-area rigidity, suppressing twist. The front-suspension towers are directly connected through the cowl to increase rigidity, and the attachment method and reinforcement braces have been strengthened. The all-new rear underbody and rear subframe increase lateral force control and torsional rigidity.
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<br />The McPherson-strut front suspension now uses inversely wound coil springs that enhance straight-line stability. Shock-absorber damping and stabilizer-bar thickness have been optimized as well. The rear suspension retains the proven dual-link strut configuration of the previous model but has been redesigned with new geometry (increased toe-in during cornering and braking) and retuned components to enhance cornering stability. Coil springs, bushings, stabilizer-bar and shock-absorber damping have all been revised.
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<br />Rear-combination lamps and side-view mirrors on the 2012 Camry incorporate aero stabilizing fins, inspired by Formula One racing technology, that create air vortexes on the body sides to stabilize the body and contribute to handling stability. Underbody aerodynamic elements regulate airflow under the vehicle, also contributing to ride smoothness.
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<br />The Camry SE model features specific suspension components and tuning, including exclusive steering knuckles and lighter, stiffer lower front control arms. The front and rear springs are exclusive to this model, and the shock absorbers feature internal rebound springs for greater cornering roll resistance. The rear suspension No. 1 control arm uses a pillow-ball bushing to further enhance handling agility.
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<br />All new Camry models will be the first to feature Toyota's latest electric power steering (EPS) control system, which will offer more flexibility to steering-feel tuning. The system regulates power-assist response based on vehicle speed, and for the first time steering-input rate. The vehicle-speed sensing feature will provide light effort during low speeds, changing to moderate effort during higher speeds.
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<br />The SE grade will feature a power-assist ratio that provides a more sporty feeling than the LE and XLE.
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<br />Also, electricity is only consumed when assist power is necessary, helping to improve fuel economy. Electric power steering is also more environment-friendly, as it does not require hydraulic fluid.
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<br />All Toyota Camry grades feature newly developed all-season tires designed for an optimal balance of fuel economy, handling, quietness, ride comfort and braking performance. The LE grade features standard 16-inch wheels; the SE comes standard with five-spoke 17-inch alloy wheels and the V6 SE offers the first 18-inch alloy wheels on a Camry. The latter feature is a unique twist-spoke design with 225/45R18 all-season tires. Camry SE models will also include tires that have more grip. The Camry XLE comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels featuring an elegant 10-spoke design.
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<br />Safety and Security
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<br />All 2012 Camry models are equipped with 10 standard airbags: dual-stage advanced SRS front airbags, front and rear seat-mounted side airbags, side curtain airbags and a driver's and front passenger's knee airbag. The front-passenger's knee airbag and rear-seat side airbags are new to Toyota Camry.
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<br />The Camry's body structure is designed to help absorb collision-impact forces and help minimize impact deformation to the passenger cabin. High-strength steel is used for B-pillar and rocker-panel reinforcements to help manage overall body deformation in the event of certain side collisions. The seat frames also are designed to help absorb side collision loads. The inner-hood structure and front-edge construction are designed to help reduce pedestrian injuries in a collision.
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<br />Like all Toyota models, the Camry will feature Toyota's Star Safety System™ standard, which includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist. It also features the standard Smart Stop Technology brake-override system. An electronic tire pressure monitoring system is standard equipment.
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<br />Another available safety system, Safety Connect, can access a call center with a live operator who can dispatch police and emergency vehicles. The system combines automatic collision notification and a stolen vehicle locator feature, which can track the location of the stolen vehicle via GPS and help guide police to recover it.
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<br />The new available Blind Spot Monitor uses sub-millimeter wave radar to detect vehicles in the driver's blind spots. When the system detects a vehicle in the adjacent lane, it alerts the driver using indicators on the side mirrors. If the turn signal is on when the there is a vehicle in the blind spot of the driver's intended lane, the indicator on the corresponding mirror will flash. The driver can switch off the system, if desired.
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<br />In vehicles equipped with one of the display audio systems and backup camera, when the vehicle is shifted into Reverse, the audio display will show the image of what the camera captures, along with an overlay of positioning lines representing the parking space and distance to obstacles.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-44556244018825863252011-08-26T20:53:00.001-07:002011-08-26T20:55:30.460-07:002012 Toyota Camry Daytona 500 Pace Car<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kZc8S-Fcoxg/TlhqodcFp7I/AAAAAAACPGQ/k-fhj-29Is0/s1600/Toyota-Camry_Daytona_500_Pace_Car_2012_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kZc8S-Fcoxg/TlhqodcFp7I/AAAAAAACPGQ/k-fhj-29Is0/s400/Toyota-Camry_Daytona_500_Pace_Car_2012_002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5645379376238667698" /></a>
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<br />Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (TMS) and Daytona International Speedway (DIS) announced the all-new 2012 Toyota Camry will serve as the official pace car for next year's DAYTONA 500®.
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<br />Toyota will showcase the new Camry -- the best-selling car in America for nine years running -- at Daytona in 'The Great American Race,' Feb. 26, 2012. The race annually kicks-off the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series season.
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<br />"We're thrilled to be able to feature the new Camry in Daytona at the season's biggest race," said Ed Laukes, TMS corporate manager of motorsports marketing. "We think the DAYTONA 500 is the perfect place to showcase the all-new Toyota Camry -- which will go on sale this fall. We knew when the opportunity arose to partner together with Daytona that it would be an extraordinary way to highlight our new Camry, as well as reinforce Toyota's commitment to NASCAR and its fans."
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<br />Toyota Camry went on sale in 1983 and since then more than nine million have been sold in the U.S. Camry has been the best selling car in America for 13 of the past 14 years.
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<br />This year marks the 25th anniversary of Camry production in Georgetown, Ky. Toyota began manufacturing the Camry in Georgetown in 1986 and the vehicle is now also built in Lafayette, Ind.
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<br />The 2012 Camry debuts a bold, sophisticated new design with a more spacious interior, improved driving dynamics and an even quieter ride than before. The new model features class leading safety, fuel economy and multi-media technology.
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<br />"NASCAR and Daytona International Speedway provide a uniquely American platform for manufacturers to display their technology, innovation and overall automotive excellence," said Daytona International Speedway President Joie Chitwood III. "After nearly eight years of competing at NASCAR's highest level, I'm pleased to have the 2012 Toyota Camry pace the DAYTONA 500."
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<br />Toyota has previously provided pace vehicles at several NASCAR tracks, including Auto Club Speedway of Southern CaliforniaSM, Charlotte Motor Speedway, Chicagoland Speedway®, Dover (Del.) International Speedway, California's Infineon Raceway, Kansas Speedway®, Martinsville (Va.) Speedway®, Nashville Superspeedway, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Phoenix International Raceway®, Richmond (Va.) International Raceway®, Wisconsin's Road America and Watkins Glen (N.Y.) International®.
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<br />In 2004, Toyota began participating in NASCAR competition by fielding Tundras in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series (NCWTS). Three years later in 2007, Toyota began competing in the NSCS and the NASCAR Nationwide Series (NNS) with the Camry.
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<br />Toyota has won three consecutive manufacturer's titles in the NNS (2008-2010) with the Camry, and Toyota racers have earned one driver's title (Kyle Busch in 2009) and registered 60 race victories in the NNS. In NSCS competition, Camry drivers have earned 36 first-place trophies.
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<br />In seven seasons participating in the NCWTS, Toyota has captured five consecutive manufacturer's championships (2006-2010), and Tundra drivers have won driver's titles with Todd Bodine (2006 and 2010) and Johnny Benson (2008), and have earned 88 race wins.
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<br />At Daytona International Speedway, Toyota drivers have recorded eight NASCAR wins across NASCAR's three national touring series, including one NSCS win (Kyle Busch in 2008), two NNS wins (Denny Hamlin in 2008 and Tony Stewart in 2008) and five NCWTS wins. In 2008, Hamlin claimed Toyota's first-ever NSCS victory in a non-points qualifying event to determine the Daytona 500 starting lineup.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-60807509108171211672011-07-18T22:39:00.001-07:002011-07-18T22:40:40.062-07:002012 Toyota Hilux<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pNPeIbGudzg/TiUYxSXYeLI/AAAAAAACOmM/0Oi0aW1D1f0/s1600/Toyota-Hilux_2012_1600x1200_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pNPeIbGudzg/TiUYxSXYeLI/AAAAAAACOmM/0Oi0aW1D1f0/s400/Toyota-Hilux_2012_1600x1200_002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5630934144119240882" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-48h1mmf0P7k/TiUYw6QVJxI/AAAAAAACOmE/_oaD9CnPOvI/s1600/Toyota-Hilux_2012_1600x1200_003.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-48h1mmf0P7k/TiUYw6QVJxI/AAAAAAACOmE/_oaD9CnPOvI/s400/Toyota-Hilux_2012_1600x1200_003.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5630934137647212306" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7hyKfeFJubI/TiUYwrmkg-I/AAAAAAACOl8/tacGwPlpYfw/s1600/Toyota-Hilux_2012_1600x1200_004.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-7hyKfeFJubI/TiUYwrmkg-I/AAAAAAACOl8/tacGwPlpYfw/s400/Toyota-Hilux_2012_1600x1200_004.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5630934133713961954" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rm76hDTeO5U/TiUYxilmSvI/AAAAAAACOmU/QZ6NGuNx3eU/s1600/Toyota-Hilux_2012_1600x1200_001.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rm76hDTeO5U/TiUYxilmSvI/AAAAAAACOmU/QZ6NGuNx3eU/s400/Toyota-Hilux_2012_1600x1200_001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5630934148473834226" /></a><br />The renowned Toyota Hilux continues to dominate European pick-up sales. Vehicle sales totalled 21,866 in 2010, representing almost 25% of the market share. This makes the Toyota pick-up the segment sales leader for the third consecutive year.<br /><br />With the launch of the 2012 Hilux, Toyota introduces a new design and further improves the model's renowned quality, durability and reliability.<br /><br />The 2012 Toyota Hilux's new interior has been extensively revised with a refined design which reinforces the pick-up's credentials as a leisure vehicle. It offers improved sensory quality throughout the cabin, and passenger car levels of convenience.<br /><br />The interior features a new upper dashboard design in which a new, horizontal centre instrument cluster reinforces the breadth and roominess of the cabin. It incorporates Toyota Touch, a 6.1", full colour, touch screen multimedia unit.<br /><br />Perceived quality has been significantly improved through the adoption of uniformly darker finishes with a greater colour consistency throughout the interior, and the addition of silver ornamentation.<br /><br />The front of the 2012 Toyota Hilux is entirely redesigned from the A pillar forwards, with a new bonnet, radiator grille, headlamps and front bumper. The vehicle profile is further enhanced by newly designed front and rear wings, redesigned 15" and 17" steel and alloy wheels, and new door mirrors.<br /><br />In order to create a stronger differentiation between 'workhorse', 'dual usage' and 'leisure' versions, the 2012 Hilux is now available in four grades: DLX, the new DLX+, SR and SR+.<br /><br />Fulfilling a 'workhorse'/'dual usage' role, the brand new DLX+ grade is available with 2WD or 4WD 2.5 D-4D powertrains mated to a manual transmission in Single Cab, Extra Cab and Double Cab body styles, and with a 4WD 3.0 D-4D powertrain and manual transmission as a Double Cab only.<br /><br />With a choice of three body types, two engines, manual and automatic transmission and two- or four-wheel drive, Europe's pick-up of choice now satisfies the requirements of an even wider professional and leisure customer base.<br /><br />Through the introduction of variable nozzle turbocharging, 2012 Toyota Hilux 2WD 2.5 D-4D models benefit from a 24 hp increase in power. The engine now develops 144 hp at 3600 rpm and 343 Nm of torque at 2000 rpm.<br /><br />Despite this power increase, combined cycle fuel consumption has been reduced by 1.0 l/100 km to 7.3 l/100 km and CO2 emissions lowered by 26 g/km to only 193 g/km.<br /><br />In addition, 2012 Toyota Hilux 2WD versions are now equipped with the more robust chassis design of 4WD models. This not only improves vehicle ground clearance, but also increases the two-wheel drive models' towing capacity to 2.5 tons.<br /><br />Thanks to the adoption of a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) both 2.5 D-4D and 3.0 D-4D engines are now EURO V compliant.<br /><br />Produced at Toyota Motor Thailand and Toyota South Africa Motors, the 2012 Toyota Hilux will be available in 36 European countries, and more than 135 throughout the world.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-37675872668182790542011-06-16T23:51:00.001-07:002011-07-18T22:36:26.332-07:002012 Toyota Yaris<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Y2MjlUzX0hk/TiUXzWY92UI/AAAAAAACOkg/lNmTgQHpAKg/s1600/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Y2MjlUzX0hk/TiUXzWY92UI/AAAAAAACOkg/lNmTgQHpAKg/s400/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5630933080047737154" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oH4y3Qk6aKo/TiUXzBx6sMI/AAAAAAACOkY/5Khh61bPAqY/s1600/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_003.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oH4y3Qk6aKo/TiUXzBx6sMI/AAAAAAACOkY/5Khh61bPAqY/s400/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_003.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5630933074515243202" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-P5SHiB2WI80/TiUXzKEmVaI/AAAAAAACOkQ/_toFvcJQnAM/s1600/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_004.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-P5SHiB2WI80/TiUXzKEmVaI/AAAAAAACOkQ/_toFvcJQnAM/s400/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_004.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5630933076741084578" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XJWIMVdLP6U/TiUXzYY6D7I/AAAAAAACOko/eyA9voDKOPg/s1600/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_001.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XJWIMVdLP6U/TiUXzYY6D7I/AAAAAAACOko/eyA9voDKOPg/s400/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5630933080584359858" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-uNvRu1nt5TM/TiUXmDimxII/AAAAAAACOj8/S3-stcTPIfg/s1600/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_006.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-uNvRu1nt5TM/TiUXmDimxII/AAAAAAACOj8/S3-stcTPIfg/s400/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_006.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5630932851649594498" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FLY_LqpUKU4/TiUXlvf-2GI/AAAAAAACOj0/B1EVTFdizBQ/s1600/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_007.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FLY_LqpUKU4/TiUXlvf-2GI/AAAAAAACOj0/B1EVTFdizBQ/s400/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_007.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5630932846269880418" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-a4vqnbakB1w/TiUXlVARh2I/AAAAAAACOjs/Uo6oz_UiBGs/s1600/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_008.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-a4vqnbakB1w/TiUXlVARh2I/AAAAAAACOjs/Uo6oz_UiBGs/s400/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_008.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5630932839157565282" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qYLy4EWzB8Y/TiUXlZC5XBI/AAAAAAACOjk/7NLIjzk9_-M/s1600/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_009.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qYLy4EWzB8Y/TiUXlZC5XBI/AAAAAAACOjk/7NLIjzk9_-M/s400/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_009.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5630932840242306066" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4r7-r6YC_BA/TiUXmvmVUJI/AAAAAAACOkE/xf7v8OP12o0/s1600/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4r7-r6YC_BA/TiUXmvmVUJI/AAAAAAACOkE/xf7v8OP12o0/s400/Toyota-Yaris_2012_1600x1200_005.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5630932863476387986" /></a><br />The launch of the third generation Toyota Yaris adds a new chapter to the model's ongoing European success story. Over the last decade, the Yaris has consistently enjoyed a segment share of more than 5%. It has been a strong contributor to the increase in Toyota sales throughout Europe, boosting the brand image and becoming a key pillar of the company's European manufacturing operations.<br /><br />The new Toyota Yaris will compete in the B-segment which - with a 26% share of the total market, equating to some 4 million sales per annum - remains the most important sales arena of the European automotive market. This segment is currently dominated by petrolengined vehicles, which represent more than two thirds of the mix.<br /><br />Over the last few years, fragmentation has accelerated within the B-segment, due to the introduction of an increasing diversity of new model types such as the SUV and B-MPV. Nonetheless, representing 50% of total sales, the hatchback remains the segment's most important, and best-selling, bodystyle.<br /><br />With the continued increase in fuel costs and CO2 taxation levels instigating downsizing by customers from other segments, B-segment sales are expected to remain stable in the immediate future.<br /><br />The second generation Toyota Yaris is praised for its interior roominess, durability, versatility, engine efficiency and ease of driving in the urban environment. The new Yaris will consolidate all the strengths of the previous generation vehicle, while offering a more dynamic and sophisticated design execution, a clear step-up in sensory quality, a segment breakthrough in affordable multimedia connectivity, efficient powertrains, innovative transmission and the greater agility essential to urban driving. <br />2012 Toyota Yaris<br /><br /><br />Quality will remain a key Toyota Yaris attribute. Further improving the built-in quality recently praised in the German 2011 TüV report, Toyota Motor Manufacturing France's close involvement with suppliers from the very earliest stages of production will ensure that every component contributes to the overall quality of the vehicle.<br /><br />Positioned at the heart of the B-segment, the new Toyota Yaris delivers an ingenious combination of benefits. It meets the demands of both progressive, technology-focused customers and more conventional users who place an emphasis on quality, practicality and, of course, value for money.<br /><br />All the Clever Yaris DNA in a More Dynamic Package<br /><br />Since the European launch of the first Toyota Yaris in 1999, each successive generation of the car has been developed in accordance with the key concept: "compact outside while roomy inside". The Yaris quickly became nicknamed "Piccolo Genio" (little genius) - a testament to the packaging ingenuity of the first two generations of the car.<br /><br />The third generation Toyota Yaris inherits all the clever packaging DNA of these previous generations, while the exterior showcases the greater appeal of a bolder, more dynamic and elegant design execution befitting a European compact car.<br /><br />Overall vehicle length is now 3,885 mm, a limited increase of just 100 mm. With an average car length of 4 meters in the B-segment, the new Yaris remains one of the most compact vehicles in its class. This is reflected in a class-leading turning circle as of just 4.7 metres, which makes the new Toyota Yaris particularly agile during city driving.<br /><br />The width of the new Yaris remains the same at 1,695 mm, while its height has decreased by 20 mm to 1,510 mm, giving the car a lower centre of gravity and a more sporting stance. Within its well proportioned form, the wheelbase has been extended by 50 mm, and the design's short front and rear overhangs and prominent wheel arches express stability, agility and dynamism.<br /><br />The bold frontal treatment identifies the Toyota Yaris as the first vehicle to feature the new face of the next generation Toyota family. Key to the new frontal styling is a change in the proportions of the upper and lower grilles, with the emphasis now placed on enlarging the latter.<br /><br />Elegantly sculpted to highlight the Toyota badge, a full-width concave shaped upper grille is flanked by new, horizontal 'long eye'-look headlights. Their slim design incorporates dual lamps and, on some grades, smoke-plated 'eyebrows' to emphasise the new Yaris' bolder, more horizontal front styling.<br /><br />Within the lower bumper, a strong, protruding centre section houses a large air intake to focus attention on the bottom half of the vehicle, reinforcing the low centre of gravity and giving the Toyota Yaris a more ground-hugging appearance.<br /><br />Whilst maintaining the model's classic 'Y' pattern graphic, these new frontal styling elements give the Toyota Yaris a bolder, more masculine appearance.<br /><br />In profile, the dynamism of the vehicle is reinforced by the more prominent design of the steeply sloped beltline which has been a key styling cue for each generation of Yaris.<br /><br />The base of the A pillar has been moved forwards to strengthen the Toyota Yaris' stylish, cab-forward silhouette. The resultant increase in windscreen rake helps improve the vehicle's drag coefficient to a class-leading Cd 0.287. Both front and rear three-quarter visibility have been improved though a larger front quarterlight and the elimination of the rear glazing division bar, the latter giving a more dynamic look to the rear glazing.<br /><br />A flowing, door cill character line and front and rear aero corner treatments further emphasise the new Yaris' low centre of gravity and elegant, long wheelbase profile. Allied to numerous underbody airflow rectification components, these styling elements also improve aerodynamic performance for enhanced fuel efficiency.<br /><br />To the rear, the detailing of the lamp clusters, top-hinged tailgate inset into the bumper and lower bumper treatment are visually interlinked, once again maintaining the model's classic, "Y" pattern graphic. And the higher relocation of the license plate beneath a chrome bar garnish within the tailgate brings a more premium quality image to the design execution.<br /><br />The third generation Toyota Yaris features new 15" and 16" alloy wheel designs, and will be available in a choice of 10 exterior colours. Bringing a more colourful palette to the Yaris, five colours are newly adopted by the model range, and two -Gin Buck and Turquoise- are newly developed.<br /><br />Greater Interior Sensory Quality, Roominess and Comfort<br /><br />The key interior design goal for the new Toyota Yaris was to create a more driver-focused cockpit with a symmetrical layout. The driver's and front passenger's spaces are clearly divided, emphasising a new focus on the driver ergonomics.<br /><br />Incorporating strong horizontal lines to create a feeling of width, the dashboard is dominated by a sculpted, soft-padded section which flows away from the driver's space into matching, upper door panel pads, heightening the sense of interior spaciousness.<br /><br />Dashboard and door pad colour is matched to seat upholstery inserts according to the grade structure, reinforcing the highquality feel of the interior.<br /><br />Perceptions of sensory quality are further enhanced through highly tactile, premium quality detailing. The driver's instruments, Multimedia touch screen and air vents are trimmed with gun metal finish, concave cross-sectioned rings. And all controls and switchgear feature chrome plated convex cross-sections.<br /><br />Unlike previous Yaris generations, the instrument binnacle is now positioned central to the steering wheel, with all driverfocused controls and switchgear ergonomically located for high visibility and ease of use. A new, easy-to-read, amber/red backlit combination meter features a large diameter central speedometer.<br /><br />Further enhancing driver comfort, the three-spoke, stitched leather steering wheel has a new, more comfortable grip crosssection, the steering column rake has been lowered by 3 degrees to deliver a more engaging driver position, and driver's seat vertical adjustability has been increased by 15 mm to a maximum 60 mm. A driver's seat armrest is also available for greater comfort.<br /><br />The front seats themselves feature an entirely new framework offering improved body-holding performance and excellent ride comfort. The width of the seat cushion has been increased and the side sections raised for improved holding. And the seating surface area has been increased and the front edge of the seat cushion raised to help reduce long-distance fatigue.<br /><br />Despite its compact exterior dimensions, passenger accommodation aboard the new Toyota Yaris has not been compromised. Wheelbase length has been increased by 50 mm and interior width by 30 mm. This, allied to the incremental saving of space through careful detailing throughout the interior, makes the new Yaris one of the roomiest vehicles in its segment.<br /><br />Without compromise to either comfort or safety, both front and rear seatbacks, as well as the tailgate, have been thinned to maximise roominess throughout. This increases rear passenger knee clearance by 35 mm to a class-leading 645 mm, and loadspace depth by 145 mm to a class-leading 710 mm.<br /><br />Overall luggage capacity within the two-tier loadspace has been raised to 286 litres, rising to 12 litres with the 60:40 split rear seats folded flat at 768 litres. And the tailgate opening has been widened by 20 mm for greater convenience.<br /><br />The spaciousness and high sensory quality of the new interior is further reinforced through the Toyota Yaris' large, all-glass panoramic sunroof. The structure is separated into front and rear sections allowing more flexibility for front and rear occupant to open or close, each fitted with a 20% light transmittance roller shade.<br /><br />Efficient, lightweight engines and innovative transmission<br /><br />Continuing the successful mix of powertrains featured in the previous generation model range, the new Toyota Yaris will be available with a choice of three engines; 1.0 and 1.33 litre VVT-i petrol engines and a 1.4 litre D-4D turbodiesel.<br /><br />All three engines benefit from the application of Toyota Optimal Drive, a range of engineering measures designed to maximise performance and driving enjoyment while minimising fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.<br /><br />Toyota Optimal Drive focuses on several key aspects of powertrain development such as lightweight, compact design, enhanced combustion efficiency, low friction components and environmentally friendly technologies. This, combined with weight saving measures and aerodynamic improvements, helps lower fuel consumption and CO2 emissions without compromising power and torque levels.<br /><br />Combining light weight and compact design with the power and torque delivery essential to urban driving, all three engines return highly competitive fuel consumption figures, generate low, taxefficient CO2 emissions and are Euro V compliant.<br /><br />A marvel of miniaturisation, Toyota's 3-cylinder, 1.0 litre VVT-i petrol engine led the trend for powertrain downsizing. To this day it remains a reference for compact, efficient engineering. The lightest unit in its class, it has won successive Engine of the Year awards in the sub-1.0 litre category.<br /><br />Mated to a 5-speed manual transmission, the latest version of the 998 cc unit generates 69 DIN hp at 6,000 rpm and maximum torque of 93 Nm at 3,600 rpm. Fuel consumption has been lowered by 4% to 4.8 l/100 km, and CO2 emissions lowered by 7% to only 110 g/km, making it the ideal engine for the shorter journeys of urban-based Yaris drivers.<br /><br />A 1.33 Dual VVT-i petrol unit is available for customers requiring an engine with more power and torque. The engine is lightweight and compact, with a small bore and long stroke, resulting in a very high power-to-weight ratio. It combines strong dynamic performance, generating a 99 DIN hp at 6,000 rpm and, via a smoothened torque curve, a maximum 125 Nm at 4,000 rpm. When mated to the new Multidrive S transmission, fuel economy is just 5.1 l/100 km and CO2 emissions are at 118 g/km.<br /><br />The 1.33 litre petrol engine's optional new Multidrive S transmission showcases Toyota's latest Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) technology. It now features a new manual override, sequential, 7-step mode operable by either the gearshift lever or steering wheel-mounted paddles.<br /><br />Multidrive S operates within a wider band of gear ratios than a conventional transmission, allowing for both better acceleration from a standstill and improved fuel efficiency at cruising speeds. Engaging the Multidrive S Sport mode brings a closer alignment of engine and vehicle speeds, giving a more linear feel to acceleration in the manner of a conventional manual transmission. The Sport mode enhances acceleration performance and awards the driver a more dynamic driving experience.<br /><br />Toyota Yaris models fitted with the 1.33 litre Dual VVT-I petrol engine may be equipped with an improved version of Toyota's Stop & Start system. Available in specific markets, the system now features a longer engine shut off time and will operate through a wider temperature range.<br /><br />Finally, for customers who wish to combine strong performance with high mileage driving, a 1.4-litre D-4D diesel engine is available, fitted, as standard, with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF). Equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission, it generates 90 DIN hp at 3,800 rpm and maximum torque of 205 Nm at 1,800-2,800 rpm. Fuel consumption has been lowered by 7% to 3.9 l/100 km, and CO2 by 6% to just 103 g/km.<br /><br />Available as an option on 1.4 D-4D diesel versions of the new Yaris, MultiMode is an automated manual transmission with a fully automatic shift mode and no clutch pedal. It offers the driver a choice of two, fully automatic gear change modes or a manual, sequential gear change with steering wheel-mounted shift paddles.<br /><br />New Grade Structure: Greater Value and Improved Standard Equipment<br /><br />The new Toyota Yaris model range will be available in a choice of four grades - Entry, Active, Style and Lounge. Tailored to offer a stronger differentiation between them, each grade will offer customers a unique style and character, with dedicated interior zones for personalisation.<br /><br />Offering outstanding value for money, with a high level of interior refinement and an extremely generous standard equipment specification, the Active grade will attract new customers to the Toyota brand and is expected to represent the largest percentage of new Yaris sales.<br /><br />It features soft touch dashboard and door panel trim, gun metal inserts, steering wheel-mounted audio and Bluetooth switchgear, driver's seat height adjustment, and silver stitching to the leather steering wheel and gear lever surround. A full audio multimedia 6.1'' display interface with Bluetooth and USB/Aux connectivity incorporates a rear view camera, and manual air-conditioning is fitted as standard. With seven airbags, ABS and VSC, the Active grade also offers customers the highest levels of safety.<br /><br />The Style grade targets younger customers, offering the highest levels of standard equipment and the most dynamic, sporting, interior trim. Externally, it features a stiffer suspension set-up, 16" alloy wheels, front fog lamps with chrome surrounds and an integral rear spoiler. The interior includes grade-exclusive colour, trim and driver's instruments, driver and front passenger's seat height adjustment and armrest, and orange stitching for the steering wheel and hand break.<br /><br />The Lounge grade has been tailored to appeal to both existing Yaris owners and those downsizing from the C-segment. It features a grade-specific light grey finish for the soft touch dashboard pad and door panels, an exclusive seat trim, driver and front passenger's seat height adjustment and armrest, a newly introduced dual-zone automatic climate control system with ventilated glove box, and electric rear windows.<br /><br />Toyota Touch<br /><br />Reflecting today's highly connected society, on-board multimedia systems are in increasing demand by customers of every automotive segment, regardless of vehicle price or model grade. These customers require a system which gives centralized, touch screen control of the widest possible range of vehicle functions, as well as connectivity to external devices such as mobile phones and portable music players.<br /><br />Toyota Touch is a 6.1 inch, full colour, touch screen interface which represents a new approach to affordable, on-board multimedia systems. Fitted, as standard, on the new Yaris from the Active grade, it incorporates AM/FM radio, a CD/MP3 player, Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity with a music streaming facility, and automatic phonebook synchronisation at each connection. A USB port allows for the connection of portable music players, with the facility to display iTunes album cover art.<br /><br />On-screen vehicle information displays include remaining fuel range, instant fuel consumption, average fuel consumption per minute over the last 15 minutes and time elapsed since last engine start. The system is available in the French, English, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch and Russian languages.<br /><br />In addition, the system incorporates a rear view camera, fitted as standard. The image is displayed on the Toyota Touch screen when reverse gear is engaged, to assist with parking manoeuvres.<br /><br />Toyota Touch & Go<br /><br />Building on the Toyota Touch multimedia base unit, Toyota Touch & Go equips the new Toyota Yaris with a navigation system representing the best value for money on the market.<br /><br />The system includes all the most popular navigation functions, such as advanced traffic coverage, customisable speed limits, speed camera warnings and motorway signposting.<br /><br />In addition, it not only offers drivers a choice of the fastest or shortest route to their destination, but also the one with the smallest environmental impact - an 'Ecological' route option. Using a compatible mobile phone, via Bluetooth, the system offers on-board connectivity to a Google Local Search function - the largest and most up-to-date search database in the world. Via Google Maps, destinations may be input remotely from home or office, and Points of Interest may be downloaded for entry as destinations.<br /><br />The installation of Touch & Go also upgrades the multimedia base unit with the addition of an SMS on-screen send/receive function incorporating a contact person image display, and a USB-based photo viewing function.<br /><br />Several Touch & Go Apps will be available for download from launch, such as fuel price, weather and parking space information. In addition, A specific Facebook App has been developed to allow Toyota Yaris owners to stay in touch with the 180 million European Facebook users over the course of their journey.<br /><br />Toyota Touch & Go has been designed specifically to be both flexible and affordable. The system can be up-dated with the newest functions or latest maps, as they become available.<br /><br />Tailored Specification Packs<br /><br />Carefully tailored to enhance on-board comfort and convenience, a number of upgrade Option Packs offer Yaris customers exceptional value for money.<br /><br />A VIP pack features partial leather upholstery, privacy glass, and driver and front passenger footwell lighting.<br /><br />A Sound pack incorporates a dual, 280 watt amplifier and 8 premium speakers. A Vision pack offers customers front foglamps and a panoramic sunroof with independent, front and rear opening sunshades.<br /><br />A Senso pack features automatic wipers and headlamps, and an electro-chromatic rear view mirror. A Senso Smart pack adds smart entry to the Senso pack content. And a Design pack features 15" alloy wheels and front foglamps.<br /><br />Toyota Motor Manufacturing France (TMMF) - Maintaining the Highest Levels of Built-in Quality in the B-segment<br /><br />Toyota Motor Manufacturing France (TMMF) has been building the Toyota Yaris for a decade. It remains committed to delivering vehicles with the highest levels of built-in quality in the B-segment.<br /><br />The Toyota Yaris has already established a reputation for outstanding levels of Quality, Durability and Reliability. Such quality can only be assured through its comprehensive integration into every facet of the Toyota manufacturing process.<br /><br />Development of the new Yaris project at TMMF was based on three key pillars:<br />First, the identification of improvement points from each of the current Toyota Yaris production areas, and the very early incorporation of these requirements into the development of the new vehicle structure.<br />Second, the guarantee of a smooth transfer of the new Yaris assembly operation to plant members through proper training and a review of fundamental skills.<br />Third, the continued improvement of built-in quality in the company's manufacturing processes, based on Toyota production System principles.<br /><br />TMMF engineers were involved in the development of the new Toyota Yaris for three years before the start of production - a year and a half longer than on the previous generation vehicle.<br /><br />All manufacturing and quality departments sent several engineers to Japan for between 6 to 18 months, to study and further improve the vehicle design. The feedback generated has proved highly beneficial in minimising potential production quality issues.<br /><br />Key to maintaining built-in quality in the long term, TMMF also focused on ensuring that every part has been designed for more consistent quality over the course of repeated manufacture, allowing for greater control of both fitting accuracy and build quality.<br /><br />Cross functional Business Reform working groups focusing on design, quality, suppliers and production were also established. Their aim is to review critical process characteristics to guarantee the built-in quality of five critical functions - braking, acceleration, turning, fuel leaks and potential fire starting points. This also further improves quality consciousness from team members, as well as strengthening warranty management and the critical process audit.<br /><br />The direct involvement of suppliers in the vehicle production preparation process was also essential to ensure the highest possible quality.<br /><br />This involvement takes the form of numerous diverse activities: Within an intensive supplier development programme, Toyota engineers are based at strategic supplier factories to share knowledge and assist in the achievement of the expected quality standards.<br /><br />For new parts, Toyota uses Simultaneous Engineering - the early exchange of part design ideas and manufacturing techniques between the company and the supplier- as well as supplier parts tracking teams - multiple visits to the supplier to ensure quality milestones are achieved- to solve problems well before the start of production.<br /><br />Immediately prior to the start of new Yaris mass production, every supplier visited TMMF on a regular basis, both before and during assembly trial periods. This allow for extensive discussion, design reviews and trial parts fitting, with the aim of identifying all potential problems.<br /><br />Overall, a longer project development lead time within the Toyota plant and the early involvement of suppliers in the design process combine to guarantee the earliest possible identification of problems. Such measures are fundamental to the Toyota culture of continuous improvement, and will ensure that the new Toyota Yaris offers customers the highest levels of built-in quality in the B-segment.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-7991104387891882892011-03-01T07:01:00.001-08:002011-03-01T07:03:27.457-08:002011 Toyota Yaris HSD Concept<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Z86_yqfEUTI/TW0Kr8hmxMI/AAAAAAACL1s/YJJlkub9OvU/s1600/Toyota-Yaris_HSD_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_03.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Z86_yqfEUTI/TW0Kr8hmxMI/AAAAAAACL1s/YJJlkub9OvU/s400/Toyota-Yaris_HSD_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_03.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579127263479645378" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Kjjj_zSKJIw/TW0KrhQ89nI/AAAAAAACL1k/sj_XKaJTaiE/s1600/Toyota-Yaris_HSD_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_02.jpg"><img style="display:block; 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margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-A2iO5LGte84/TW0KeFpSIAI/AAAAAAACL08/xmQcYn6YVcI/s400/Toyota-Yaris_HSD_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_08.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579127025409597442" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Z8LyKuar3nc/TW0Kdl_og4I/AAAAAAACL00/zaCPdBG2Gbk/s1600/Toyota-Yaris_HSD_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_09.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Z8LyKuar3nc/TW0Kdl_og4I/AAAAAAACL00/zaCPdBG2Gbk/s400/Toyota-Yaris_HSD_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_09.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579127016913404802" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rmvoxdsNpm8/TW0KeztybPI/AAAAAAACL1U/mNDnWH53SG8/s1600/Toyota-Yaris_HSD_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_05.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rmvoxdsNpm8/TW0KeztybPI/AAAAAAACL1U/mNDnWH53SG8/s400/Toyota-Yaris_HSD_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_05.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579127037776522482" /></a><br />Making its world debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, the Toyota Yaris HSD concept embodies what will be an important step in Toyota's full hybrid roll-out strategy in Europe.<br /><br />Toyota aims to complete the application of full hybrid technology across its main models in Europe as early as possible in the 2020s. Following the successful introduction of the Auris HSD to the C‑segment in 2010, the Toyota Yaris HSD concept anticipates Toyota's intention to bring Hybrid Synergy Drive® to the B‑segment, the biggest volume segment in Europe.<br /><br />The current growth of the B‑segment is just one facet of a perceptible shift in the public's requirements of the car industry. Customers are becoming less brand loyal. They are becoming less inclined towards a mainstream purchase, and more attracted to entry level, niche or premium models. They demonstrate receptiveness to new technology, increasingly in the context of the driving experience.<br /><br />There is also a significant increase in the number of customers who quote engine type as their primary purchase consideration. Hybrid technology has achieved sufficient powertrain parity in the public perception that it is now a clear alternative to diesel or petrol engines.<br /><br />The number of customers choosing hybrid drive for their next vehicle is increasing steadily, and has doubled in the last two years. This creates a gateway into the Toyota brand: hybrid intenders being three times more likely to consider a Toyota than conventional petrol and diesel customers. <br />Toyota Yaris HSD Concept (2011)<br /><br /><br />Toyota's proven, Hybrid Synergy Drive® technology targets demanding urban customers who expect a new driving and ownership experience from their car. Combining low fuel consumption, emissions and cost of ownership with uniquely relaxed and quiet driving, HSD proves that driving pleasure need not be compromised by environmental responsibility and low running costs.<br /><br />Amongst early Auris HSD customers, the majority quote relaxation, an engaging driving experience and the learning of new driving habits as the three most rewarding characteristics of their new cars.<br /><br />Exterior Design - A New Design Direction for the Next Yaris Model Range<br /><br />The Toyota Yaris HSD concept inherits all the clever DNA of the Yaris, offering B‑segment customers an ingenious combination of small, compact packaging and a spacious, practical interior, while introducing a new, more advanced and sophisticated style to the exterior design.<br /><br />Flanked by highly contoured headlamps, the upper grille opening is shallow, helping the air flow smoothly over the upper half of the body. And the Toyota logo is fully integrated within the front lip of the bonnet, adding stylish articulation to its leading edge.<br /><br />In profile, the Toyota Yaris HSD concept's sleek, monoform shape is emphasised by the long, sweeping roofline and a single, crisp character line which runs smoothly through the length of the vehicle. Short front and rear overhangs and a long wheelbase maximise passenger accommodation and loadspace on board.<br /><br />Several hybrid-specific styling cues indentify the Toyota Yaris HSD concept as a Toyota full hybrid model derivative.<br /><br />Air turbulence has been minimised by flat, vertical 'aero' corners housing front foglamps and matching rear reflectors, a large, integral rear spoiler, comprehensive underbody covers and 18" aero wheels featuring enlarged air gaps for improved cooling air flow. Even the door handles and rear side view cameras have been carefully designed to the most aero-efficient shape.<br /><br />The show car's striking, white pearl paintwork is unique to the Toyota Yaris HSD concept. It showcases a further development of this remarkable finish, with highlighting provided by sparkling, blue metallic accents. Requiring specialised, multi-layering application techniques, this hybrid-specific application brings an extraordinary depth and quality feel to the finished paintwork.<br /><br />The presence of Hybrid Synergy Drive® is further emphasised through hybrid Blue Toyota badging, LED daytime running lights and 'synergy' blue illuminated highlight surrounds to both the outer mirrors and door handles.<br /><br />HSD - Introducing the Benefits of Full Hybrid Technology to the B‑segment<br /><br />Fuel efficiency and low CO2 emissions are already key to the success of models. And further improvements to the efficiency of Hybrid Synergy Drive® will continue to deliver highly competitive fuel consumption and emissions.<br /><br />With its unique capacity to offer fully electric driving, HSD is particularly effective in the urban environment. In all-electric mode, the system not only generates zero CO2 emissions, but also zero NOX and particulate (PM) emissions.<br /><br />Every Toyota full hybrid offers customers the lowest possible cost of ownership. Superior fuel efficiency and low CO2 emissions bring tax incentives in some countries, inner city congestion charge exemption and exceptionally low running costs.<br /><br />Moreover, Hybrid Synergy Drive® has been designed for low maintenance and outstanding durability. The full hybrid powertrain does not need a conventional starter motor or alternator. The engine uses a maintenance-free timing chain and has no drive belts, improving reliability and bringing further cost savings.<br /><br />Reflecting Toyota engineers' ongoing analysis of improved hybrid system performance through the use of solar power, solar panels have been applied to the entire roof surface of the Toyota Yaris HSD concept. This engineering solution targets the independent powering of the air-conditioning unit for improved full hybrid powertrain fuel economy.<br /><br />HSD Powertrain Downsizing - The Engineering Challenge<br /><br />Introducing full hybrid technology into the B‑segment has presented Toyota with several unique engineering challenges. The new powertrain design must be optimised for installation within the vehicle's compact, extremely efficient packaging design, without detriment to either system quality and performance, or passenger accommodation and loadspace.<br /><br />This comprehensive repackaging of HSD technology is essential to meeting the growing market demand for urban-based family vehicles, without compromising either interior space or hybrid performance.<br /><br />European Production - The Introduction of Full Hybrid Technology at Toyota Motor Manufacturing France (TMMF)<br /><br />The production model, following on from the Toyota Yaris HSD concept, will be launched throughout Europe in the second half of 2012. Committed to the highest standards in build quality, Toyota has determined that the new full hybrid will be produced at the Valenciennes plant of Toyota Motor Manufacturing France.<br /><br />Full hybrid technology will become an increasingly significant part of the company's mainstream vehicle production in Europe. With the Auris HSD already in production at the Burnaston plant in the UK, Toyota will be the only car manufacturer producing hybrid vehicles from more than one European plant.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1861378937048553670.post-35215602686463540472011-03-01T01:22:00.001-08:002011-03-01T01:23:41.751-08:002011 Toyota FT-86 II Concept<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5qSDCPNWgug/TWy7BNj4_ZI/AAAAAAACLyQ/j4SqyRuXFrk/s1600/Toyota-FT-86_II_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_03.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5qSDCPNWgug/TWy7BNj4_ZI/AAAAAAACLyQ/j4SqyRuXFrk/s400/Toyota-FT-86_II_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_03.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579039667899661714" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DlXvmcBAjf8/TWy7AwbFdsI/AAAAAAACLyI/YXOKH6khaZQ/s1600/Toyota-FT-86_II_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_02.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DlXvmcBAjf8/TWy7AwbFdsI/AAAAAAACLyI/YXOKH6khaZQ/s400/Toyota-FT-86_II_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_02.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579039660078102210" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--UJijL0bvCs/TWy7AhEL-lI/AAAAAAACLyA/kZ4hMTp0F-Y/s1600/Toyota-FT-86_II_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_04.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--UJijL0bvCs/TWy7AhEL-lI/AAAAAAACLyA/kZ4hMTp0F-Y/s400/Toyota-FT-86_II_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_04.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579039655955528274" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Gj_q4njpb3w/TWy7AWBd_-I/AAAAAAACLx4/OC42fpbMo6Y/s1600/Toyota-FT-86_II_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_05.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Gj_q4njpb3w/TWy7AWBd_-I/AAAAAAACLx4/OC42fpbMo6Y/s400/Toyota-FT-86_II_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_05.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579039652991336418" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gcGLpxvCFoE/TWy7BTzEWcI/AAAAAAACLyY/ZfmOZH0qkV4/s1600/Toyota-FT-86_II_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_01.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gcGLpxvCFoE/TWy7BTzEWcI/AAAAAAACLyY/ZfmOZH0qkV4/s400/Toyota-FT-86_II_Concept_2011_1280x960_wallpaper_01.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579039669573933506" /></a><br />The new Toyota FT-86 II Concept makes its world debut at the 2011 Geneva motor show, giving the clearest indication yet as to the final design of Toyota's next sports car. It marks a return to the passion for driving that has inspired great Toyota cars of the past, starting with the legendary 2000 GT in the 1960s.<br /><br />With its long, low bonnet, high wings and rear-set cabin, the Toyota FT-86 II Concept pays homage to Toyota's sports car history and is an entirely driver-oriented concept. It was created at Toyota's European design studio ED2, where its styling was dubbed 'functional beauty': its bold, sweeping form has been generated purely according to the constraints of function and aerodynamics.<br /><br />The low, highly aerodynamic bodyshell is stretched tight over the engineering hard points, with the muscular bodywork rendered as compact as possible. The concept measures 4,235mm long, 1,795mm wide and 1,270mm high, with a long, 2,570mm wheelbase.<br /><br />Rather than using a heavy, large displacement powertrain to secure performance, the FT-86 II returns to Toyota's sporting roots by combining a free-revving boxer petrol engine with a compact and lightweight six-speed manual transmission and a low centre of gravity to achieve the best possible power to weight ratio.<br /><br />Both the powertrain and the driving position have been set as low and as far back as possible to optimise balance for maximum poise, high-speed stability and agility. With a front-engine/rear-wheel drive configuration, this gives the car lively, accessible performance that is easy to harness and enjoy.<br /><br />The Toyota FT-86 II Concept is the latest stage in the development of a new, compact rear-wheel drive sports car that is being jointly developed by Toyota and Fuji Heavy Industries (Subaru). The new model will be launched in Europe in 2012.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0