All-New Toyota Compact SUV Spy Pictures Reveal Interesting Details
We have reported earlier that Toyota is working on a compact SUV based on the Yaris hatchback. Recently, a heavily camouflaged prototype of the vehicle was spotted testing in extreme cold weather condition. Compared to the Yaris hatchback, the SUV will carry sportier front and rear bumpers, taller wheels and a high ground clearance along with SUV-ish stance. The newly-designed wheels and new taillamps distinguish it from the Yaris hatchback.
Measuring slightly over 4 meter, the Toyota Yaris based SUV will sit below the C-HR SVU in the company’s global product lineup. Compared to its younger sibling, the compact SUV will be 40mm taller and offer higher seating position. It will also promise more cabin space than its donor sibling.
The new Toyota compact SUV will be designed on the new TNGA-B platform. Features such as a 10-inch HUD (head-up-display) unit and a touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone connectivity, multiple airbags might be on offer. Read – Maruti-Toyota to Launch a Mid-Sized SUV in India
Under the hood, the vehicle will feature a 1.5L hybrid petrol engine as we have seen in the new Yaris hatchback. This hybrid powertrain delivers power close to 115bhp. Transmission options on offer might include a 6-speed manual and a CVT automatic unit.
Toyota Yaris based SUV is likely to made debut in the second half of this year. It will be first launched in the European countries, followed by other markets. Reports suggest that the new Toyota SUV will see a release in the first half of 2021. It will be placed against multiple cars right from Hyundai Venue, Kia Stonic to Mazda CX3, Nissan Juke, Honda HR-V and Renault Capture. Read – Toyota Fortuner and Innova BS6 Prices To Be Increased Soon
As of now, the Japanese carmaker has no plan to launch the Toyota Yaris based SUV in the Indian market. Here, the company will bring in the re-badged version the Maruti Vitara Brezza that’s slated to hit roads by the end of this year.
