The Toyota Belta sedan, the rebadged version of the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, was recently revealed for the Middle Eastern markets. The same model will also be launched in India in coming months. Here, it will be introduced as a replacement to the Toyota Yaris, which was discontinued in September 2021. The Belta sedan will face challenge from cars like Hyundai Verna, Honda City, Maruti Suzuki Ciaz and the upcoming Skoda Slavia.
Save for Toyota’s badge, the entire design, interior and features of the Toyota Belta are exactly similar to the Ciaz. In fact, the sedan features the same 1.5L, 4-cylinder petrol engine with mild hybrid system under the hood. The motor pushes out a peak power of 103bhp and 138Nm of torque. Transmission choices include a 5-speed manual and a 4-speed torque convertor automatic gearbox.
Features such as 16-inch alloy wheels, chrome door handles, leather seats, leather wrapped steering wheel and SmarPlay infotainment system with smartphone connectivity will be reserved for the higher trim. The list of standard features will include 15-inch steel wheels, halogen projector headlamps, body-coloured wing mirrors with turn indicators and power adjust, interior chrome accents, TFT multi info display, keyless entry, rear AC vents, tilt steering, steering mounted controls, reverse parking sensors, speed alert system and more.
The Japanese automaker recently unveiled the Toyota Rumion MPV (rebadged Maruti Suzuki Ertiga) for the South African market. The company also trademarked the same nameplate in India. Toyota’s Ertiga based 7-seater MPV is expected to hit showrooms in coming months. It features slightly revised front grille with Toyota’s badge, while the entire design remains unchanged. Powering the Toyota Rumion is the same 1.5L, 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine with SHVS mild hybrid tech. It can be had with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed torque convertor automatic gearbox.
