Toyota Auris
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| Toyota Auris | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Also called | Toyota Corolla (Australia and New Zealand) |
| Production | 2007–present (Europe) |
| Assembly | TMUK, Derbyshire, United Kingdom TMMT, Sakarya, Turkey Kanegasaki, Isawa, Iwate, Japan |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Small family car / Compact car |
| Body style | 3-door hatchback 5-door hatchback |
| Related | Toyota Corolla Toyota Matrix Pontiac Vibe Toyota Yaris Toyota Echo |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Petrol 1.4L 97 hp I4 1.5L 108 hp I4 1.6L 124 hp I4 1.8L I4 Diesel 1.4L 90 hp I4 2.0L 126 hp I4 2.2L 177 hp I4 2.4L 158 hp I4 |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual 5-speed multi-mode 6-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | Template:Auto mm |
| Length | Template:Auto mm |
| Width | Template:Auto mm |
| Height | Template:Auto mm |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Toyota Corolla (hatchback) |
The Toyota Auris (トヨタ・オーリス, Toyota Ōrisu) is a compact 3 door and 5 door hatchback which shares the same E150 platform with the Toyota Corolla. In Europe, Toyota positioned the Auris as the replacement of Corolla hatchback, while the notchback Sedan continued by the Corolla nameplate. The Auris succeeds the Corolla RunX in Japan and the Toyota RunX (no Corolla badging) in South Africa. Toyota Australia and Toyota New Zealand resisted suggestions from Toyota Japan to adopt the new European Auris name for the Corolla.[1][unreliable source?] The name "Auris" is based on the Latin word for "gold", aurum. The Auris is now being sold in Japan.
Europe
The Auris was released on February 1 2007 in the UK and the Turkey plant. It replaces the Toyota Corolla hatchback. With a fresh design and upmarket features including an MP3/WMA player, Toyota aims to position the Auris at the higher end of the lower-medium segment to lure buyers from competing cars, such as Volkswagen Golf and the Alfa Romeo 147. Trim levels are T2, T3, and T Spirit. The higher end T180 model went on sale in the UK during April 2007.
The European edition features the following engines:
- 4ZZ-FE — 1.4 VVT-i with 6 speed manual transmission & stop start technology.
- 1ZR-FE — 1.6 Dual VVT-i with 5 speed manual or MultiMode transmission.
- 1ND-TV — 1.4 D-4D with 5 speed manual or MultiMode transmission.
- 1AD-FTV — 2.0 D-4D with 6 speed manual transmission.
- 2AD-FHV — 2.2 D-4D with 6 speed manual transmission.
MultiMode transmission is an automated clutch system.
On 26 February 2007, Toyota announced an investment of GBP 100 million in its Deeside engine factory to build a petrol engine for the Auris.[2]
Performance
| Engine | Transmission | Max. Power (DIN hp/rpm) | Max. Torque (Nm/rpm) | Max. Speed | 0-62 mph (s) | Combined (mpg) | CO2 (g/km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 VVT-i Petrol | 5 Speed Manual | 97/6000 | 130/4400 | Template:Auto mph | 13.0 | 40.9 (6.9 l/100 km) | 163 |
| 1.6 Dual VVT-i Petrol | 5 Speed MM/Manual | 124/6000 | 157/5200 | Template:Auto mph | 12.1 (MM)/10.4 (Manual) | 40.9 (6.9 l/100 km) | 161 |
| 1.4 D-4D Diesel | 5 Speed MM/Manual | 90/3800 | 190/1800-3000 | Template:Auto mph | 14.7 (MM)/12.0 (Manual) | 56.5 (5.0 l/100 km) | 132 |
| 2.0 D-4D Diesel | 6 Speed Manual | 126/3600 | 300/2000-2800 | Template:Auto mph | 10.3 | 52.3 (5.4 l/100 km) | 151 |
| 2.2 D-4D (180) Diesel | 6 Speed Manual | 177/3600 | 400/2000-2600 | Template:Auto mph | 8.1 | 45.6 (6.2 l/100 km) | 166 |
- MM: MultiMode transmission.
Japan
The JDM Auris is offered either with 1.5 liter 1NZ-FE, or 1.8 liter 2ZR-FE engine. Trim levels are 150X and 180G. Drivetrain is FF or 4WD. The only transmission for all models is Super CVT-i[3].
Toyota Blade
The upscale sister of Auris is called Toyota Blade. It replaces the Toyota Allex, which, in turn, was the replacement for the Toyota Sprinter. It has different front and rear sheetmetal, and is powered by Toyota's 2.4 liter 2AZ-FE engine. Recently Toyota released the Blade Master and Blade Master G, an upgraded trim of the Blade which features Toyota's 280 PS 3.5 L 2GR-FE V6 engine, larger brakes, and an upgraded suspension.
Australia
In Australia, the Auris is sold as Corolla Hatch with Seca emblem on the trunk above the license plate. Grades are base Ascent, mid-level Conquest, sporty Levin SX, and luxury sporty Levin ZR. All models are powered by the 1.8 liter 2ZR-FE engine. All, but the Ascent come with standard alloy wheels and fog lights. The Levin SX and ZR have body kits. Electric moonroof is only available as an option for the Levin ZR.
Dimensions
- Length: Template:Auto mm[4]
- Width: Template:Auto mm (wing mirrors folded)[4]
- Height: Template:Auto mm[4]
- Luggage capacity: 354/761 litres (to window line, seats up/down)[4]
- Kerb weight: Template:Auto kg (1.4 petrol) to Template:Auto kg (2.2 D-4D)[4]
- Braked Towing Limit: Template:Auto kg (1.4 petrol, 1.4 D-4D); Template:Auto kg (1.6 petrol); Template:Auto kg (2.0 and 2.2 D-4D)[4]
- Turning circle: 5.2 metres (17.1 ft)[4]
Safety
The Auris has received a five star cabin protection rating from EuroNCAP for safety.[5]
References
- ^ "Motor show feeding frenzy". Retrieved 2007-03-15.
- ^ BBC. "Toyota £100m safeguards 700 jobs". Retrieved 2007-02-26.
- ^ toyota.jp オーリス > グレード＆価格
- ^ a b c d e f g Honest John Road Tests: Auris
- ^ EuroNCAP: Toyota Auris
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