DISCUSSION OF TOYOTA VIOS 2013

The Vios is Toyota's answer to the question, "Is there one car that can cater to the needs of the most number of people?" For proof, one need only look at the sales figures. In 2012, there were 16,517 Vios units sold in the country. That's more than Honda Cars Philippines' total sales for the same year.

Indeed, versatility is a big factor for the Vios's success. Over the years, it has become a college car for students, a first car for junior managers, a family car for young couples, and, most important to the bottom line, a dependable fleet car for taxi companies and sales organizations.

Since the first generation, the Vios has been victim to its own success. Its Toyota masters barely fiddled with the formula to the point that the generation change from first to second made even car guys like us look closely to see the difference. But that didn't stop Toyota's dealers from selling about 1,500 units on a good month.

The good news is that Toyota decided to increase the Vios's fun factor. Its tagline for the new model is "Start the Fun." Actually, it's more of a hashtag now (#startthefun).

First off, this latest iteration looks so much better than the model it replaces. The outgoing Vios was designed not to offend the most number of people. It never got people excited either. The new car has a large dramatic grille and sleek headlights connected to a prominent chrome grille. It's a purposeful stance that will draw attention on the road. Well, until the roads are full of Vios cars anyway.

But owners will still have the satisfaction of knowing they're behind the wheel of something stylish and in a cabin greatly improved from the previous generation. In the top-spec G variant, swaths of cream material and bits of chrome and shiny black plastic engulf the passengers. The black stuff is actually interesting in that it looks glossy, but it has a matte texture when you touch it.

The cabin is a lot roomier, too. The old Vios was a bit on the snug side, but now occupants don't necessarily have to feel bad that they can't afford an Altis.

When it comes to the power train, there's good new and bad news. The bad news is that the engines are unchanged. The 1.5-liter unit is still the 107hp 1NZ-FE mill that predates the very first Vios because it was the engine in the Echo Verso of the late '90s. The 1.3-liter motor is the same 85hp 2NZ-FE also from the previous-generation Vios. So, if you were happy with how the old Vios drove, you won't be disappointed with the new one.

The good news is that this means the new Vios should be as reliable and fuel-efficient as ever. And since there are so many of them on the road, they are easy to service. A mechanic who doesn't know his way around Vios engines and drivetrains shouldn't be called a mechanic. This also means parts should still be in abundance.

So here's the new Toyota Vios. It looks better, drives the same, and is still backed by Toyota's famous reliability and sturdiness. We wish it inherited a little more oomph from the exciting cars in the Japanese carmaker's stable. But for the rest of the population, this is still the no-brainer choice.

History of a Vios

The Making of Toyota Vios

The Toyota Vios was introduced in 2003 specifically for Southeast Asia, China and Taiwan automotive market and compete directly with cars such as the Honda City and Hyundai Sonata - The Vios was originally a replacement Toyota Soluna and is a mini 4-door Sedan with a short front , the car has a 1.5-liter power plant. Indonesia, Malaysia , Brunei and Taiwan, although the Vios is available in a smaller version of the 1.3 liter in the Philippines and Singapore.

The first model of the Toyota Vios on the old Toyota Platz platform however , is based with a new body , to create a unique and modern look with design elements from the Toyota Corolla E120 . The Vios 2006 model made ​​some cosmetic changes, including the grille and front bumper , headlights and tail lights and the sport rims and skirting boards . A special turbocharged version of the first generation Vios was specially released to the market in Thailand, with a supercharged 1.5 - liter engine with an intercooler , produces this special model significantly more power than the standard Vios and was imported by gray and flea markets in other countries for those interested in a Toyota approved inflated updated version of the daily Toyota Vios . Since its introduction, the Vios has proved to be a popular bestseller across a broad segment of the market that in his choice the best-selling car culminated in 2009 for the Southeast Asia region .

The new Toyota Vios was introduced in 2007 , essentially a Toyota Belta is distinguished specifically for Toyota Malaysia, Indonesia , Brunei and Thailand produced . The new Toyota Vios in two production bases, one assembled in Thailand and in the Philippines. The current Vios has a special design to maximize comfort, safety and dealing with many improvements to the features in the car. The latest Toyota Vios has a longer wheelbase of 2550mm , the total weight of slightly higher at 1045 kg , the system is still reliable1NZ -FE engine of the previous model . Curiously, the extra weight of the old Vios is a little faster than the last Vios that can increase the value of old cars on the secondary market . In the interior of the new car , the dashboard the same as the Toyota Yaris, the ones who like can not put its mounted position middle diagram follows , the space is much larger than the original plates and body has visually modern for the new Vios and changed aerodynamic .

The great success of the Toyota Vios in terms of commercial success has made it financially possible for Toyota Vios CKD kits produce local contrast and put them together to Toyota Malaysia. Toyota cars made ​​recent Malaysian a minimum of 60 % local parts and are sold for less than the price car parts . The estimated volume of unofficial production of the local Toyota VIOS at 1,500-2,000 cars per month, depending on market demand.


More information about Toyota Vios TRD Sportivo and available on the website of Toyota Malaysia

Fresher Design

New look, New features

Assembled locally at its manufacturing facility, Assembly Services Sdn Bhd (ASSB) in Shah Alam, the all-new 2013 Toyota Vios combines advanced automotive technologies with upgraded features to meet consumer demands. Smart Entry and Push Start Button has been added for the higher grade variants, along with fresh interior design, higher material quality, improved leg room and a bigger trunk capacity. The suspension and steering has also been upgraded for a better driving dynamics.

New Toyota Vios 2013 up coming

 Review on New Toyota Vios 2013


While we wait for the 2013 Toyota Vios to be launched here very soon, here’s a gallery of photos of a 2013 Toyota Vios live from the Toyota stand at IIMS 2013.
You’re looking at the Toyota Vios 1.5 G Auto model, which is top of the line in Indonesia and comes with a two tone interior and a touch-screen infotainment system. This particular Vios 1.5 G isn’t standard – it’s kitted with large sporty rims and subtle body decals for show car purposes. Inspiration for would be Vios owners here in Malaysia perhaps? You won’t be able to get your Malaysian Vios to look exactly like this though, because as far as we’ve been informed, red is not one of the colours offered in Malaysia.
While Indonesia only has three variants of the Vios on sale, (1.5 E Manual, 1.5 G Manual and 1.5 G Auto), the Malaysian range is more diverse. Our Vios line-up starts from a Vios 1.5 J Manual with an estimated price tag of RM73,200. Then there’s also the 1.5 J Auto, a 1.5 E Auto, a 1.5 G Auto and the top of the line 1.5 TRD Sportivo priced at an estimated RM93,200. Check out preliminary pricing and specs for the 2013 Toyota Vios in our previous story: 2013 Toyota Vios now open for booking in Malaysia.
The 1.5 E variant of the Malaysian spec Vios was previewed in a Vios Spot & Snap Cruisers teaser campaign throughout September 2013. Check out the preview car here: 2013 Toyota Vios – Spot & Snap reveals the Grade E.

We caught a view of the 2013 Toyota Vios out in the open today in Petaling Jaya, where the car was making a scheduled stop at its designated hotspot, as part of the Vios Spot & Snap Cruisers programme.
Our man Hafriz was in Uptown earlier in the afternoon, and snapped photos of the Grade E variant of the car. He didn’t manage to get a look at the interior though, as only exterior shots were allowed by the people running the ‘preview’.
The new Vios is set to be officially launched in Malaysia next month. The order books opened in mid-August for the car, with estimated pricing revealed, and earlier, we pretty much ran through the impending arrival’s specifications and equipment list from a brochure, so the car is very much a known entity.
The chance to view the Vios goes on – until September 22, the car will be showing up at hotspots around Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Johor Bahru. You can check Toyota Malaysia’s Facebook page for the date, time and location as to when the Vios will be nearest to you, and if you’re diligent enough to take a pix of it and upload it to your Facebook timeline, seems there’s a gift in store for doing that.

We all know that the Malaysian launch of the 2013 Toyota Vios is just around the corner, but it’s good to have confirmation. UMW Toyota has done so by putting up a new cover picture on the Toyota Malaysia Facebook page, and we’ve just received a press release announcing that new Vios is now open for booking, ahead of its official launch in October.
Most importantly, estimated prices have been announced too, ranging from RM73,200 for the base 1.5J manual to RM93,200 for the range topping 1.5 TRD Sportivo. Check out how each variant’s new price compares to that of the equivalent outgoing car in the table below.

The new model carries a tag line of “Value Beyond Belief”, featuring “class above fuel economy and high performance along with the safety and durability that Toyota is known for.” Also claimed is an interior with high quality materials, a more spacious cabin with improved legroom, larger trunk capacity, plus enhanced comfort and handling stability.
Earlier this month, we showed you scans of the Malaysian Vios spec sheet along with pics of the local spec cars, as posted on our sister classifieds site oto.my. As confirmed today, five variants are to be introduced – the baseline 1.5J in both manual and auto guise, a 1.5E, 1.5G auto and a range-topping 1.5 TRD Sportivo version.