The Toyota Vios Returns, Bigger And Better

A pioneer of the subcompact category, the Vios has always embodied value since its introduction, a quality that has helped it gain an edge over its competition. Over the years, customer needs have evolved and environmental regulations have grown diverse and increasingly strict. In order for the Vios to retain its position at the forefront of the category, elements of the vehicle had to be rethought, while retaining the values that customers have come to know and love.

According to the new Vios is a new value pioneer – an innovative and quality new model designed without compromise. It was designed to focus on retaining the qualities Toyota customers have come to know and love like its value and comfort, while improving the technology and features of the car to keep up with changing customer needs and environmental demands.

“Customers today are increasingly savvy and no longer expect their car to meet just their practical needs. They want a car that can grow with them and keep up with their lifestyle needs,” said “With the Vios, we are targeting discerning consumers in the subcompact category by bringing them a vehicle which is best in class. With its enhanced design, comfort, and class-leading safety, we are confident that the new Vios will exceed expectations and be the perfect companion for their evolving lifestyle.”

Cutting-edge design defines the exterior of the new Vios, with its dynamic angles and sharp headlamps with integrated clearance lamps. The front of the new Vios has been updated with a horizontal grille for a wider yet more aerodynamic appearance. LED daytime running lamps (DRL)* have also been integrated into the shape of the grille for a sleek appearance.

On the inside, the central console of the new Vios has been redesigned to create a greater sense of integration. By removing the intervening gap and enlarging the center cluster, the center ornaments now extend seamlessly to integrate the upper portion of the instrument panel to the front console. All metallic ornaments such as the speaker grille, register knobs and air conditional dial have a consistent design throughout the interior. The optitron meter and white LCD character display also enhance the advanced look and feel of the new Vios interior.

At 1730mm, the new Vios is the widest in class, featuring a spacious and comfortable cabin, where all occupants can sit in complete comfort thanks to newly designed rear seats and increased shoulder space. An improved rear seat shape with enhanced coil springs and shock absorbers mean a smooth ride – even on bumpy roads, while the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) provides smooth acceleration, resulting in less fatigue and greater comfort for occupants. The Vios also provides excellent cabin quietness, due to the silencers and seals fitted throughout the car that enhance the sound absorption and sound insulation performance.

The new Vios comes equipped with seven SRS airbags, including SRS side airbags, SRS Curtain Shield Airbags (CSA) and SRS knee airbag. It also features a range of brake control systems to help prevent emergencies before they occur, such as the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA), Traction Control (TRC), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Hill-start Assist Control (HAC).

The Vios also features an all new smart entry and start system for added convenience, where drivers can start the car or unlock the vehicle doors by simply having the key in their possession. In addition to the smart entry & start system functions, the electric key is equipped with a wireless control function that can be used in the same way as the wireless transmitter of the current model.

Driving performance of the new Vios has been optimized to suit the conditions of Singapore roads and fuel efficiency has been maximized with a proven 1.5L Dual VVT-I engine, Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) and Low Rolling-resistance Coefficient (RRC) tires. Both the E-grade and G-grade Vios are also Euro 6 compliant.

The all-new Vios is available in two variants, the Toyota Vios E-grade and G-grade. Priced at $89,9881 for the Vios E-grade and $95,9881 for the Vios G-grade, the Vios is the perfect choice for any lifestyle.

Take your pick from seven stunning shades of the Vios including the all new red mica metallic and dark blue mica metallic.

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