Toyota Aygo
Toyota Aygo | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Toyota |
Also called |
Citroën C1 Peugeot 107 |
Production | 2005–present |
Assembly | Kolín, Czech Republic (TPCA) |
Body and chassis | |
Class | City car |
Body style |
3-door hatchback 5-door hatchback |
Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
The Toyota Aygo /ˈaɪɡoʊ/ is a city car sold by Toyota in Europe since 2005. All Aygos are built with the related Citroën C1 and the Peugeot 108 at the new factory of the Toyota Peugeot Citroën Automobile Czech (TPCA) joint venture in Kolin, Czech Republic. The Aygo was first displayed at the 2005 Salon de l'Automobile de Genève. The name "Aygo" comes from "i-go", </ref> symbolising freedom and mobility.[1]
First generation (2005–2014)
Toyota Aygo | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Toyota |
Also called |
Citroën C1 Peugeot 107 |
Production | 2005–2014 |
Assembly | Kolín, Czech Republic (TPCA) |
Body and chassis | |
Class | City car |
Body style |
3-door hatchback 5-door hatchback |
Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
Powertrain | |
Engine |
1.0 L 1KR-FE I3 (petrol) 1.4 L DV4 I4 (diesel) |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,340 mm (92.1 in) |
Length | 3,405 mm (134.1 in) |
Width | 1,615 mm (63.6 in) |
Height | 1,465 mm (57.7 in) |
Curb weight | 890 kg (1,962 lb) |
The decision to produce the cars was made on July 12, 2001, when the presidents of Toyota and PSA Peugeot Citroën, Fujio Cho and Jean-Martin Folz respectively, decided to produce a small car to share development costs. This project was called B-Zero. The Peugeot 107 and Citroën C1 are rebadged versions of the same car.
The Aygo's starting on-the-road price is €8,500 (£6,845). The main difference between the Aygo and its siblings is in the interior equipment, badges, logos and the easily recognizable rear end of the car. The planned production is 300,000 cars annually – 100,000 cars per brand. Sales began in July 2005 and the car is available as a three or five-door hatchback. There are two engines available, a 1.0 L three-cylinder engine rated at 68 bhp (51 kW), and a 1.4 L HDi diesel I4 engine rated at 54 bhp (40 kW).
The Aygo was used on BBC's Top Gear in a giant match of football, showcasing its maneuverability. The Top Gear presenters deemed the Aygo and its Peugeot and Citroën counterparts to be competent town cars.
A modified Aygo was also used on Fifth Gear to perform a 12 metre high loop-the-loop on a specially-designed track to determine if a stunt that can be done using Hot Wheels toys can be replicated in real life. The stunt was driven by UK Stuntman Steve Truglia in May 2009.
In January 2010, the Aygo was part of a worldwide recall by Toyota for a faulty sticking accelerator pedal. It was found that under some circumstances, the pedal could stick in a partially depressed position, or return slowly to the off position. The recall affected the Aygo, Peugeot 107 and Citroën C1 models built between February 2005 and August 2009.[2] Information from Toyota later suggested, however, that only Aygos with automatic gearboxes were affected, and that those with manual gearboxes were not.[3]
Engines
Petrol engine | ||||||||
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Model | Engine | Displacement | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h,s/0-62MPH | Top Speed | Note | CO2 emission (g/km) |
1.0i 12V | I3 | 998 cc | 68 PS (50 kW; 67 hp) @6000 rpm | 93 N·m (69 lb·ft) @3600 rpm | 14.2 | 98 mph (158 km/h) | 106 | |
Diesel engine | ||||||||
Model | Engine | Displacement | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h,s/0-62MPH | Top speed | Note | CO2 emission (g/km) |
1.4HDi 8V | I4 | 1398 cc | 55 PS (40 kW; 54 hp) @4000 rpm | 130 N·m (96 lb·ft) @1750 rpm | 15.6 | 96 mph (154 km/h) | Diesel engine option has been discontinued from the Aygo range in 2007 | 109 |
Trim levels (UK)
2005–2009
First Wave (1A) 2005–2009
- Aygo – basic model, with 2 airbags, ABS and a CD player.
- Aygo Plus – added electric front windows, remote central locking and side airbags.
- Aygo Sport – added alloy wheels, tachometer and front fog lights. Discontinued in 2007 after just one year of sales.
Second Wave 'Special Editions' (1B) 2008–2009
- Aygo Black – based on Aygo Plus, adding alloy wheels and half-leather interior.
- Aygo Blue – based on Aygo Plus, adding air conditioning, Bluetooth and blue interior inserts.
- Aygo Platinum – based on Aygo Plus, adding alloy wheels, half-leather interior and silver interior inserts.
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2009–2012
The Aygo received its first facelift, replacing the front bumper shape from the original, and changing the rear lights to a transparent appearance, from their original red-tinted cluster.
First Wave 'Special Editions' (2A) 2009–2011
These second generation 'Special Editions' are the most commonly seen, due to the Aygo's rise in popularity.
- Aygo Black – rereleased with Second Generation exterior.
- Aygo Blue – rereleased with Second Generation exterior, but no blue interior inserts. (the blue inserts were phased out after customers complained of chipping paint).
- Aygo Platinum – rereleased with Second Generation exterior.
Second Wave (2B) 2011–2012
- Aygo Go! – based on Aygo Plus, adding TomTom built in sat-nav, alloy wheels and rear privacy glass as standard.
- Aygo Ice – based on Aygo Plus, adding Alcantara & leather seat trim and manual air conditioning. Also metallic paint as standard with a choice of three colours.
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2012–2014
The Aygo received its second facelift, this time incorporating a much more angular bumper, and space for the inclusion of Daytime Running Lights.
First Wave (3A) 2012–2013
- Aygo Go! – rereleased with Third Generation exterior including Daytime Running Lights (DRL).
- Aygo Ice – rereleased with Third Generation exterior including Daytime Running Lights (DRL) – features a Bluetooth radio in some models.
- Aygo Fire – added tachometer, 14" alloy wheels, front and rear fog lights, and coloured interior.
Second Wave (3B) 2013–2014
This wave of Aygo is currently still available from dealerships in the UK.
- Aygo Active – new Basic model, wing mirror caps and door handles are matt black, Radio and two speakers.
- Aygo Active Plus – based on Aygo Active, with added body colour wing mirror caps and handles, plus four interior speakers.
- Aygo Mode – matching specification to Aygo Fire.
- Aygo Move – based on Aygo Active, with added alloy wheels, iPod and USB integration, TomTom Satellite Navigation and air conditioning as standard.
- Aygo Move with Style – based on Aygo Move, with added privacy glass and DRL.
Second generation (2014–)
Toyota Aygo | |
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Overview | |
Production | 2014–present |
Assembly | Kolín, Czech Republic (TPCA) |
Body and chassis | |
Class | City car |
Body style |
3-door hatchback 5-door hatchback |
Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
Related |
Peugeot 108 Citroën C1 |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 1.0 L 1KR-FE I3 (petrol) |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,340 mm (92.1 in) |
Length | 3,455 mm (136.0 in) |
Width | 1,615 mm (63.6 in) |
Height | 1,460 mm (57.5 in) |
Toyota revealed the new-look, completely redesigned Aygo, at the March 2014 Geneva Motor Show with the slogan 'Go Fun Yourself'. The design was attributed to Japanese youth culture, inspired by Japanese manga-robot AstroBoy, and an egg in a box [4] and aims to make the Aygo even more accessible to younger drivers, and allow for a greater level of customisability.[5] It rolled off the production line on May 27, 2014.
Models include:
- Aygo x – base model, with electric front windows, wing mirrors and daytime running lights.
- Aygo x-play – in addition to 'x' – manual A/C, Bluetooth connectivity and steering wheel controls.
- Aygo x-pression – in addition to 'x-play' – 15 inch silver alloys, part leather seats, 'x-touch' 7" multimedia system, DAB Radio, front fog lights and rear view reversing camera.
- Aygo x-cite – (special edition) – in addition to 'x-pression' – 15 inch gloss black alloys and optional 'x-nav'
- Aygo x-clusiv – (special edition) – in addition to 'x-pression' – 15 inch machined alloys, climate control A/C, optional 'x-nav' and Smart Entry and Start.
The Aygo also includes numerous safety features such as Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) and Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) airbags with 6 airbags.
Reliability
Breakdown statistics reported by the German Automobile Club in May 2010 placed the Aygo (which the data grouped with the Citroën C1 and Peugeot 107) at the top of the sub-small car class in respect of the low break-down rates achieved for cars aged between 1 and 4 years.[6][7]
Safety
Euro NCAP test results | ||
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5 door LHD hatchback (2005)[8] | ||
Test | Score | Rating |
Adult occupant: | 26 | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Child occupant: | 37 | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Pedestrian: | 14 | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Euro NCAP test results | ||
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Toyota Aygo 1.0 High Grade, LHD (2012)[9] | ||
Test | Points | % |
Overall: | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | |
Adult occupant: | 25 | 68% |
Child occupant: | 36 | 73% |
Pedestrian: | 19 | 53% |
Safety assist: | 5 | 71% |
"Aygo Crazy" concept
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In 2008, Toyota created a driveable one-off concept car based on the Toyota Aygo. Named the Aygo Crazy, it was unveiled to the public at the July 2008 British International Motor Show in London, before appearing at other UK-based motor shows that year.[10]
Aygo Crazy has a mid mounted 1.8 litre VVTi engine from the Toyota MR2 and Celica, mated to an MR2 five speed gearbox and fitted with a Toyota Motorsport turbocharger conversion. The manufacturer claims the engine produces 147 kW (197 bhp) at 6,700 rpm and 240 N·m (177 lb·ft) torque at 3,400 rpm.
Weighing just 1,050 kg (2,315 lb), this gives it a 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) sprint time of 5.75 seconds and a theoretical top speed of 204 km/h (127 mph), though the latter has not been tested. Unlike the standard Aygo, it has no driver aids, power steering or anti-lock brakes but its rear wheel drive layout helps traction under heavy acceleration.
Exterior modifications include wider arches to accommodate the one inch of extra track, 17-inch alloy wheels with Goodyear tyres and a carbon fibre rear spoiler designed for the 322 km/h (200 mph) American Champ Car series.
Suspension is from the MR2, with adjustable Tein shock absorbers and MacPherson struts front and rear. To cope with the extra power, Toyota upgraded the standard 247 mm (9.7 in) front brake discs to a 328 mm (12.9 in) Brembo conversion, with 280 mm (11.0 in) ventilated rear discs replacing the 200 mm (7.9 in) drums normally found on the Aygo. An uprated Helix clutch is also used.
The interior features a partial roll cage for extra chassis comfort and driver protection. Two specially designed sports seats, trimmed in red and black, and a suede-rimmed Sparco steering wheel complete the race-inspired look.
Toyota claims the Aygo Crazy cost £100,000 to build.[11]
References
- ↑ The New Toyota Aygo, UK: Car pages
- ↑ "– Peugeot follows Toyota in Car Recall". BBC News. 2010-01-30. Retrieved 2012-05-25.
- ↑ Toyota UK Accelerator Pedal Recall
- ↑ "It’s the new Toyota Aygo.". Top Gear.
- ↑ "All-new Toyota AYGO revealed" (Press release). UK: Toyota. Retrieved 2015-02-11.
- ↑ "Die ADAC Pannenstatistik 2009". ADAC Motorwelt: pages 26–27. May 2010.
- ↑ "Pannenstatistik – Kleinstwagen", ADAC Motorwelt, May 2010, retrieved 2010-05-13
- ↑ "Euro NCAP results for 5 door LHD hatchback". euroncap.com. 2005.
- ↑ "Euro NCAP results for Toyota Aygo 1.0 High Grade, LHD" (PDF). euroncap.com. 2012.
- ↑ "news". AM-online. Retrieved 2012-05-25.
- ↑ "Toyota Aygo Crazy – Road Test First Drive –". Autocar.co.uk. Retrieved 2012-05-25.
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