Toyota Etios Platinum
Following the launch of the 2016 Toyota
Etios in April, Toyota has unveiled the top-end, facelifted Etios Platinum in
Brazil. It is priced from R$ 62,490 and R$ 65,990 for the hatchback and sedan, respectively.
When Toyota Brazil had launched the 2016
Etios in April, they had left out the top-end Platinum grade as they were
working on a more significant facelift for it. The front-end looks much more
aggressive than before, featuring a new V-shaped grille with black inserts and
chrome accents, sporty bumper, new 15 inch alloy wheels, side skirts and a rear
spoiler.
Inside, the changes in the Etios
Platinum are identical to the top-end Etios ELX grade. It features an all black
dashboard with piano black trim and round HVAC vents, new steering wheel design
with buttons and a digital instrument cluster inspired by the latest Toyota
Prius. Other new features include cruise control, ISOFIX child seat mounts and
head restraint and three-point seat belt for the middle seat passenger.
The Etios Platinum is only available
with a 1.5-litre Dual VVT-i flex-fuel engine that now develops 107 hp (10.5 hp
power bump). It is equipped with a new 4-speed automatic transmission option.
Toyota claims to have improved the cabin soundproofing, ride quality and
electric-assisted steering system.
Changes seen in the Brazilian-spec Etios
Platinum are also expected to be seen in the upcoming facelift for the
India-spec Toyota Etios, as revealed in spyshots. It is expected to launch in
India later this year.
