Toyota Avanza
Toyota Avanza
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| Manufacturer | Astra Daihatsu (Indonesia) Perodua Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd (Malaysia) FAW Jilin (China) |
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| Also called | Daihatsu Xenia FAW Senya M80 (China) FAW Senya S80 (China) |
| Production | 2003-present |
| Assembly | North Jakarta, Indonesia |
| Predecessor | Toyota Kijang |
| Class | Mini MPV |
| Body style | 5-door MPV |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Engine | Gasoline: 1.0 L I3 VVT-i 1.3 L I4 VVT-i 1.5 L I4 VVT-i |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual 4-speed automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2,655 mm (104.5 in) |
| Length | 4,120 mm (162.2 in) |
| Width | 1,630 mm (64.2 in) |
| Height | 1,695 mm (66.7 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,130 kg (2,491 lb) |
The Toyota Avanza (Daihatsu Xenia build on the same platform ) is a mini MPV designed and produced in Indonesia and also assembled in Malaysia, with supervision from Toyota, who also sells the car under their Daihatsu brand. 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".
The Avanza is a new model developed as a low premier MPV to split the Toyota Kijang to two different models; the other being the Toyota Innova, which is of higher-spec and aimed at a higher market.
In addition to Indonesia and Malaysia, the Avanza is sold in Brunei, Bangladesh, Egypt, Lebanon, Pakistan, Philippines, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Mexico (the only North American country to sell it, although the unrelated and similar Scion xB is sold in the United States and Canada) and China.
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Engines
The model is a five-door MPV with a FR layout. It features a 1.3-litre gasoline inline-four 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 new version of the Avanza was launched in late 2006 using a more powerful VVT-i unit.
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. 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) along with the new ABS braking system.
In Malaysia, the Avanza is available as a 1.5G in automatic transmission, and 1.3E in both automatic and manual transmission. Prices for Avanza start from RM60,231 for the base model and RM74,941 for the top of the range variant.
In the Philippines, the Avanza has been offered since 2006 with 2 trim levels: a 'J' line with a 1.3 I3 engine, and having no power windows and locks, and only available with a manual transmission, while the 'G' line has a 1.5 engine, power features mated to a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic transmission. In 2008, the J line was made available without the third row seat. This particular line is popularly used as metered taxicabs in the Philippines; although it is often mistaken as an end-to-end passenger vehicle, like its Tamaraw FX (Kijang) and Revo ancestors.
The Avanza was updated in 2008 with a new ceiling with grooves to improve airflow to the rear and a new interior colour scheme.
Daihatsu Xenia
The Avanza's twin model is the Daihatsu Xenia, powered by the 1.3-litre EFI similar to the Avanza's, and a three-cylinder 1.0-litre with power and torque rating at 63 PS (46 kW; 62 hp) at 5600 rpm and 92 N·m (68 lb·ft) at 3600 rpm.
In China, Daihatsu together with First Automobile Works (FAW) launch the Xenia on 21 June 2007. Production in China is carried out at FAW Jilin Auto. The Daihatsu Xenia uses the 1.3 and 1.5-litre EFI engines similar to the Avanza's.
Currently, the Xenia is sold in Indonesia and China only.
Features
Standard
- 15" wheels (On 1.5 models)
- 14" wheels (On 1.3 models)
- 13" wheels (On 1.0 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
Existing on 1.5 Only
- Chromed Front Grille, door handles, backdoor garnish, shift bang
- Anti Brake Locking System (ABS)
- Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) (not in All Country)
- 4-spoke Urethane Steering Wheel
- SRS Airbags (not in All Countries)
Aerokit package (Available for 1.3 and 1.5)
- Front and rear bumper spoiler
- Side Skirting
- Muffler cutter
Options
- Muffler cutter
- Center Console box
See also
Notes
- ^ a b "Tycho" (2010-05-05). "Beijing Auto Show 2010: FAW-Jilin Senya S80 SUV". TheTycho.com. http://www.thetycho.com/beijing-auto-show-2010-faw-jilin-senya-s80-suv/. Retrieved 2010-07-07.
- ^ 于声远 (Yu Sheng-Yuan) (2009-09-03). "售价5.49-7.79万元 一汽森雅M80上市". Autohome.com.cn. http://www.autohome.com.cn/news/200909/69481.html. Retrieved 2010-03-30.(Chinese)
- ^ 章宁 (Zhang Ning) (腾讯汽车 (Tencent Qiche)) (2010-06-02). "下半年上市 一汽森雅S80无伪装谍照曝光". Autohome.com.cn. http://www.autohome.com.cn/news/201006/117629.html. Retrieved 2010-07-07.(Chinese)
- ^ a b Daihatsu Xenia VVT-i
- ^ "Daihatsu & Toyota Announce Dual-model Debut for Indonesia". Daihatsu.com. 2003-12-11. http://www.daihatsu.com/news/n2003/03121101/. Retrieved 2010-12-10.
- ^ "Daihatsu Xenia VVT-i, More Elegant, More Luxury, and More Powerful". Daihatsu.com. 2006-07-12. http://www.daihatsu.com/news/n2006/06071201/. Retrieved 2010-12-10.
- ^ "Toyota Avanza Price list". Motorstop.asia. 2008-01-23. http://www.motorstop.asia/static/new-cars/price_list-2009072929603/#toyota. Retrieved 2010-12-10.
- ^ "New Models from the 2010 Guangzhou Auto Show (4): FAW Xenia (Senya) S80". ChinaAutoWeb.com. http://chinaautoweb.com/2010/12/new-models-from-the-2010-guangzhou-auto-show-4-faw-xenia-senya-s80/.
- ^ Nice, Karim (2000-08-23). "Howstuffworks article on ABS". Auto.howstuffworks.com. http://auto.howstuffworks.com/anti-lock-brake.htm. Retrieved 2010-12-10.
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