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Toyota Vios

Toyota Vios
Manufacturer	Toyota Motor Company
Production	2003–present
Predecessor	Toyota Soluna
Class	Subcompact car
Body style(s)	4-door sedan
Related	Toyota Vitz

The Toyota Vios is a 4-door small sedan developed for the South East Asia and China markets.

First Generation (2003-2007)

First generation
Production	2003-2007
Body style(s)	4-door sedan
Layout	FF layout
Engine(s)	1.3, 1.5 liter (1 NZ-FE)

The Vios in Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Brunei, and Malaysia is powered by 1.5 liter 1NZ-FE engine with VVT-i. The smaller 1.3 liter 2NZ-FE engine is offered in the Philippines.

In China, the Vios comes with 8A-FE engine. Like Toyota's other small cars, the Vios features center mounted instrument panel on the top of its dashboard. Trim levels for South East Asia are J, E, S, and G. The DLX, GL, GLX, and GLXi are sold in China.

In late 2005, the Vios received minor changes for 2006 model year. The front bumper, grille, headlights, and taillights were freshened. Also new are the wheels and interior trim.

The Vios is raced in the Touring Car Championship in Indonesia and Thailand.

Vios Turbo

The Vios Turbo is a version of Vios that available in Thailand only. The turbocharged 1.5 liter engine with an air-to-air intercooler produces 143 PS with light boost. Standard on the Vios Turbo are a functional scoop on its hood, wrap-around body kits, stiffer springs, firmer shock-absorbers and 16" alloys. The transmission ratio & differential ratio is changed to the better. Gear Model : C56,Gear 1 3.166,Gear 2 1.904 ,Gear 3 1.392 ,Gear 4 1.031 ,Gear 5 0.815 ,Reversed 3.250 ,Diff 4.312. The GearSet is come from Toyota MR-S)

Technical data

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
Overall length (mm)	4285
Overall width (mm)	1695
Overall height (mm)	1435
Wheelbase (mm)	2500
Tread (mm) Front x Rear	1455 x 1430
Min. ground clearance (mm)	143
Weight (curb min.) (kg)	990 ~ 1040
Weight (gross)(kg)	1480
Trunk space VDA (Litres)	400
Minimum turning radius (m)	4.9
ENGINE	1NZ-FE
Engine Type	Inline 4-cylinder DOHC VVT-i 16V
Bore x Stroke (mm)	75.0 x 84.7
Displacement (cc)	1,497
Compression ratio	10.5 : 1
Max. output (kW (PS) / rpm)	80 (109) / 6000
Max. torque (N-m (kg-m) / rpm)	142 (14.5) / 4200
Fuel supply system	EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection)
Fuel tank capacity (Litres)	45
CHASSIS & SUSPENSION
Suspension - Front	McPherson strut with stabilizer
Suspension - Rear	Torsion beam with stabilizer
Brakes - Front	14 inch Ventilated discs
Brakes - Rear	14-inch Discs
Tyres	175 / 65 R14 (Type E), 185 / 55 R15 (Type S, G)

Second Generation (2007-Present)

Second generation
Production	2007-present
Body style(s)	4-door sedan
Layout	FF layout
Engine(s)	1.5 liter (1 NZ-FE)

The new Vios is basically the Japanese domestic market's Toyota Belta which was launched in November 2005. The model code for cars with 1.5 liter 1NZ-FE engines is NCP93. The engine is only available where the Vios is marketed, including Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei and Thailand.

The new Vios was set up for more comfort than handling. Interior is much upgraded with more convenience features, and flat rear floor.

In Singapore

In Singapore, Vios is sold in 3 grades namely J, E, G, with J being the grade with lesser accessories and G with the most accessories.

J Grade

• Price as of 22nd November 2007 - S$53888 (Auto)

The J Grade is the most basic grade available in Singapore which offers only the most basic equipments compared to E and G grade. Borneo Motors (Singapore) no longer sells the manual model, making the E grade Vios the only model that offers manual transmission in the Toyota sedan line-up in Singapore.

Standard equipments on J Grade

• CD/MP3/WMA Player with 4 Speakers
• Keyless Entry
• ABS/EBD/BA (On front disc brake only)
• Driver SRS Airbag
• Sports Alloy Rim
• Fabric with Dark Grey Colour Seat

E Grade

• Price as of 22nd November 2007 - S$54888 (Manual) S$55888 (Auto)

The E Grade is the medium-class grade available in Singapore which offers slightly more and lesser equipments compared to J and G grade respectively. Only the E grade offers the manual transmission model.

Standard equipments on E Grade

• CD/MP3/WMA Player with 4 Speakers
• Keyless Entry
• ABS/EBD/BA (On front disc brake only)
• Driver & Front Passenger SRS Airbag
• Sports Alloy Rim
• Side Moulding

G Grade

• Price as of 22nd November 2007 - S$60988 (Auto)

The G Grade is the most luxurious grade available in Singapore which offers the most equipments compared to J and E grade.

Standard equipments on G Grade

• CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers
• Keyless Entry
• ABS/EBD/BA
• Driver & Front Passenger SRS Airbag
• Sports Alloy Rim
• Fog Lamp
• Side Moulding
• 60:40 Fold-Down Rear Seats.

In Thailand

First & Second Generation Vios model was assembly in Thailand By Toyota Gateway Plant, recognized as one of the highest technologically advanced auto assembly plants in Southeast Asia. Built on 1 million sq m at Gateway City in Plangyao District, Chachoengsao, Toyota Gateway manufactured the Toyota passenger car in a unique cooperative project between Thai engineers and Japanese designers

Below lists the equipments available for the Thai release of the Vios ( Some feature are not the same as export version )

J Grade

• Unchangeable CD/MP3/WMA Player with 4 Speakers
• Keyless Entry with TVSS ( Optional )
• ABS/EBD/BA
• 15-inch Steel Wheels w/Full Wheel Covers
• Rear Fog Lamp
• Fabric with Dark Grey Colour Seat

E Grade

• Unchangeable CD/MP3/WMA Player with 4 Speakers
• Keyless Entry with TDS
• ABS/EBD/BA
• Fabric Seat which can be chosen between Dark Grey or Ivory Colours
• Driver & Front Passenger SRS Airbag (Optional)
• Rear Fog Lamp
• Front Fog Lamp
• 15-inch Sports Alloy Rim
• Side Moulding

G Grade

• Unchangeable CD/MP3/WMA Player with 6 Speakers
• Keyless Entry with TDS
• ABS/EBD/BA
• Leather Seat which can be chosen between Dark Grey or Ivory Colours
• Driver & Front Passenger SRS Airbag
• Multi Function Steering Wheel
• 15-inch Sports Alloy Rim
• Front & Rear Fog Lamp
• Side Moulding
• Blue Optitron Panel with Multi Information Display
• 60:40 Fold-Down Rear Seats.

G-Limited ( Same Feature as G-Grade But add some Interior Enhancements )

• Keyless & Smart Entry with TDS
• Start/Stop push button
• Immobilizer Key

S-Limited

• Wrap-Around Aeropart
• Orange Optitron Panel with Multi Information Display
• High Intensity Discharge Headlamp with automatic height adjustment
• All 4 Disc Brake

All Vios Second Generation Model audio system is Equipped with ASL ( Auto-Speed Sound Levelizer ) detects and compensates for changes in external noise levels, adjusting volume and tone controls automatic in response to the nature depend on car speed.

In Indonesia

A 2007 Toyota Vios G NCP93 in Indonesia.

The new Vios NCP93 was officially launched to the Indonesian market in April 2007. The Indonesian Vios can be distinguished from other countries' models with its V-shape grille ornament which is the optional for the Yaris Hatchback. Like the outgoing NCP42, the new Vios is offered in E (manual only), and G (manual and automatic) trim levels.

All model have ABS and analog instrument panel. The E has rear drum brake, and the G comes with all discs. The higher grade G model has standard front and rear fog lamps, audio control on the steering wheel, and back sonar. Start/Stop push button is only on the G with automatic transmission.

In Malaysia

The second generation Toyota Vios 1.5S, seen here in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, features minor exterior modifications, including spoilers and side skirts.

The second generation Vios was first unveiled in Malaysia on October 5, 2007 in Kuala Lumpur, two weeks ahead of its official launch on October 19, 2007.

The car, like its predecessors, is powered by a 1NZ-FE 1.5 litre four-pot engine with VVT-i but includes redesigns on the air intake and exhaust system to improve low to mid-range torque. While the gear ratios of Vios is unchanged, its transmission is a now Super ECT four-speed automatic and improved programming for the transmission control unit. Electric power steering was also included on the new Vios.

Grades

The second generation Vios is currently available in three grades: two grades initially available on the previous Malaysian Vios (E and G), and a new grade (S).

The E grade is the entry-level model, branded as a cost-effective version of the Vios, and is the cheapest and most stripped-down Vios among the three grades, priced at around an estimated RM 78,900. The car includes several cut-backs compared to the G and S grades, including:

• Rear drum brakes instead of an all-disc set-up for the G and E grades;
• 14-inch alloy rims as oppose to 15 for the G and S;
• driver's side only airbag as opposed to dual-front airbags for the G and S;
• driver's side only pretensioned, forced limited seatbelts as opposed such seatbelts on all occupants' sides for the G and S; and
• a single-DIN CD receiver and four-speaker system, instead of steering mounted audio controls and six-speaker, dashboard integrated CD receiver with MP3 and WMA-playback capability for the G and S.

The new Vios line saw the inclusion of a new S grade Vios. The S grade features cosmetic enhancements rather than a performance-based ones, sporting a set of "aero parts", a minor body kit encompassing a front bumper spoiler, side skirts and a bootlid spoiler. The interior receives a dark grey/black trim treatment, and includes an "Optitron" meter with a multi-information display, as opposed to the E and G grades' conventional backlit display. The S variant is estimated to be the most expensive Vios among the three, at around RM 88,600.

The G grade is considered to be a mid-priced model between the E and S grades, retailing at an estimated RM 85,300.

All model grades were reported to include ABS, EBD and brake assist, as are passive safety features such as whiplash injury lessening seats, a collapsible steering wheel column and an impact sensing fuel cut-off.

Technical data

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
Overall length (mm)	4300
Overall width (mm)	1700
Overall height (mm)	1460
Wheelbase (mm)	2550
Tread (mm) Front x Rear	1470 x 1460
Min. ground clearance (mm)	150
Weight (curb min.) (kg)	1020 ~ 1150 (Depending on locale and grade)
Weight (gross)(kg)	1480 ~ 1520 (Depending on locale and grade)
Trunk space VDA (Litres)	475
Minimum turning radius (m)	4.9
ENGINE	1NZ-FE
Engine Type	Inline 4-cylinder DOHC VVT-i 16V
Bore x Stroke (mm)	75.0 x 84.7
Displacement (cc)	1,497
Compression ratio	10.5 : 1
Max. output (kW (PS) / rpm)	80 (109) / 6000
Max. torque (N-m (kg-m) / rpm)	141 (14.4) / 4200
Fuel supply system	EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection)
Fuel tank capacity (Litres)	42
CHASSIS & SUSPENSION
Suspension - Front	McPherson strut with stabilizer
Suspension - Rear	Torsion beam with stabilizer
Tyres	185 / 60 R15 (May vary in countries and grades/option available)