Toyota Etios 2014-2017 1.5 Xclusive

Etios 2014-2017 1.5 Xclusive Review

Toyota Etios 1.5 Xclusive is another offering from Japan's renowned car manufacturer Toyota into the segment of sedans. It has been designed with a goal to deliver a luxury car, which can at the same time offer performance too. The designers seem to be quite generous on the dimensions and made this machine look like a piece of art. It has lot many accents of chrome on the outside along with unique elements adorning its boot and bonnet. The compartment inside too is very capable in not just accommodating five seats but also in providing lot many essential features. An instrument cluster with important notifications, a dual tone scheme to the entire cabin, cushion seats and petty storage spaces complimenting the large boot space of about 595 litres is a definite boon to its users. Not just in undertaking longer journeys, it also helps the passengers be at comfort by giving enough legroom and head space. Engine being a petrol motor, it is good at efficiency with intense power and torque. This trim also displays efficient braking mechanism with disc and drum combination. Further assisting this mechanism is the anti lock braking system and also an electronic brake-force distribution. The ventilated discs stand in support to this overall handling along with an electric power steering system. Though the mileage seems to disappoint a bit, it offers luxury with features like power windows, adjustable head rests, central locking system and also an air-conditioner unit with heater. A music system is present with various connectivity options. While the security system too comprises of features like dual front airbags, engine immobilizer as well as seatbelts and warning reminders. This variant can be availed in seven shades and with an impressive warranty from the company.

Exteriors:

Appealing the onlookers from the outside seems to be the foremost goal of the manufacturers of this car. On the front, there is a new design grille that is quite dazzling and along with it, both the bumpers are painted in the body tone. This not only gives a uniformity to the vehicle, but also adds classiness. Front wind shield is wide enough and has been fitted with an intermittent wiper. While on the side, the body coloring on the door handles and outside mirrors plays an important role in enhancing the appearance even further. These external mirrors additionally have been integrated by turn indicators. And then there are side protection molding, which have chrome inserts. The B pillar will stand out in black. Rear end of this variant have been bestowed by a chrome application over its boot for that added attraction. And over the top, an antenna can be seen on the roof which is foldable.

Interiors:

A 2550mm of a wheelbase is too huge and enables the internal cabin to have a great accommodating capacity with wide spaces amongst. Dual tone premium interiors can be seen on the inside of the car and the seats are covered by a new design fabric covers. Further enhancing the reality of the cabin is the fabric inserts on door trims. The steering wheel has three spokes and have silver accents to it. As a standard feature, there is a day and night inside rear view mirror. Sun visors are made available to both the front seats, while the co-passenger side visor has been affixed by a vanity mirror. Chrome accents can be found inside the compartment and one among those is on the gear shift knob as well as the air-conditioner vents. The assist grips have coat hooks too in addition. Remote fuel lid and tailgate opener can also be seen in this variant.

Engine and Performance:

A motor with a 1496cc displacement capacity is incorporated in this trim. It bears four cylinders and 16 valves and runs based on a double over head camshaft valve train system. A maximum power generated by this motor is of 88.76bhp at 5600rpm and a peak torque output of about 132Nm at 3000rpm. An electronic fuel injection supply system is incorporated to this mill, which helps in delivering a good mileage. This engine is also accompanied by a 5-speed manual transmission gear box.

Braking and Handling:

When it comes to the suspension, the front axle has a McPherson strut type and the rear ones are fitted with torsion beam. And then the front wheels are fixed with a set of efficient ventilated discs, while the rear wheels are affixed with standard drum brakes. A turning radius of 4.9 meters will support in handling the car more effortlessly.

Comfort Features:

List starts with an air-conditioner, which has a heater and clean air-filter too. Power windows are integrated to all the doors and the driver side has an auto up/down switch. An electric power steering with tilt function is available, which will give rest to the driver's arm by allowing to change the position of steering when necessary. Another benefit available is that there is central locking system. There are lights in the front part of the cabin for assistance. In order to charge any small electronic device, there is a socket of 12V available in the front. Driver seat has height adjustment facility and the head rests to the front seats can be adjusted as well.

Safety Features:

As for the safety section, the company has incorporated it with necessary factors like dual air-bags for the driver and for the co-passenger. An anti-lock braking system is accompanied by an electronic brake-force distribution. This combination does make the car very strong in its braking efficiency and hence results in a more able handling on the part of the driver as well. An immobilizer will freeze the engine in case it detects any unauthorized access to the car. A key-less entry function too is another such feature, which protects the car from thefts. Reminders consists of a headlamp-on and door ajar warnings, which are complimented by buzzers.

Pros:

1. Good safety features are imbibed.

2. External appearance is impressive.

Cons:

1. Interior design lacks variation.

2. Mileage can be improved.