Toyota Avanza

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Toyota Avanza
Toyota Avanza
Manufacturer Indonesia: Astra Daihatsu
Malaysia: Perodua Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd
Also called Daihatsu Xenia
Production 2003-present
Class Mini MPV
Body style 5 Door
Layout FR layout
Engine Gasoline:
1.0 L I3 VVT-i [1]
1.3 L I4 VVT-i
1.5 L I4 VVT-i
Transmission Manual and Automatic
Wheelbase 2,655 mm
Length 4,120 mm [1]
Width 1,630 mm
Height 1,695 mm
Curb weight 1,130 kg
Fuel capacity 45 L
Similar Kia Carens
Hyundai Matrix
Interior of Avanza
Interior of Avanza

The Toyota Avanza is a mini MPV produced in Indonesia and Malaysia by Toyota , who also sell the car under their Daihatsu brand.[2] The car was launched at the Gaikindo Auto Expo in 2003 and sold over 100,000 units that year. The name "Avanza" was taken from the Italian word avanzato, which means "advance".

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[edit] Characteristics

The model is a five-door hatchback with a FR layout. It features a 1.3-litre gasoline engine with a maximum output of 67 kW (92 PS) at 6000 rpm, and a 1.5-litre gasoline engine that produces 80 kW (109 PS) at 6000 rpm.

A special version of the Avanza was launched in late 2004 using a more powerful VVT-i unit. The special edition was also equipped with an automatic transmission. Only 200 units of the Avanza special edition were made.[citation needed]

The Avanza was restyled near the end of the third quarter of 2006 with a new grille, new bumpers, a new interior, and new front and rear lamps.[3] The 2006 model New Avanza S also has a new engine, a 1.5-litre 16-valve DOHC VVT-i gasoline engine (similar to the Toyota Rush). Only the automatic transmission model is sold in Indonesia and Malaysia.

There are complains from users that the suspension system of the MPV tends to 'roll' at highway speeds.[citation needed]

[edit] Daihatsu Xenia

The Avanza's twin model is the Daihatsu Xenia, the only Daihatsu to use two engines - a four-cylinder 1.3-litre EFI similar to the Avanza's, and a three-cylinder 1.0-litre with power and torque rating at 63 PS at 5600 rpm and 92 Nm at 3600 rpm. [1]

[edit] Features

[edit] Standard

  • 15" wheels (On 1.5 models)
  • 14" wheels (On 1.3 models)
  • 4-speaker audio system with radio and CD playback
  • 50:50 folding 2nd row seats
  • 100:0 folding 3rd row seats
  • MacPherson Strut Suspension
  • Electronically controlled side mirrors
  • All windows equipped with power windows
  • Warning lights on information meters for various safety and engine systems
  • Air-conditioning with rear blower
  • Global Outstanding Assessment (GOA) body
  • Seat Belts
  • Alarm system with engine immobliser, siren, cabin sensors, and auto door locks
  • Foglamps and high-mount stop light
  • Reverse sensors

[edit] Existing on 1.5 Only

[edit] Aerokit package (Available for 1.3 and 1.5)

  • Front and rear bumper spoiler
  • Side Skirting
  • Muffler cutter

[edit] Options

  • Muffler cutter
  • Center Console box

[edit] See Also

[edit] Notes

  1. ^ a b Daihatsu Xenia VVT-i
  2. ^ Daihatsu & Toyota Announce Dual-model Debut for Indonesia
  3. ^ Daihatsu Xenia VVT-i, More Elegant, More Luxury, and More Powerful
  4. ^ Howstuffworks article on ABS

[edit] External links

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