UMW Toyota Motor is also previewing the new Toyota
Vios at the 2018 Kuala Lumpur Intenational Motor Show (KLIMS), with the order
books opening today. The popular B-segment sedan has been completely revised
and is based on the latest ASEAN-market Yaris hatchback.
Three variants will
be available at launch, with pricing for the Vios 1.5 J estimated at RM 77,200,
the 1.5 E at RM 81,200 and the 1.5 G at RM 87,300. Included is a five-year, unlimited-mileage
warranty. The distinctive front fascia is shared with the Yaris, with slim
upper grille and headlights paired to a massive lower grille with integrated
LED daytime running lights. The sleeker body and neater rear end with broader
tail lights are also carried over.
Ditto the interior,
which features a more modern design and a three-spoke steering wheel from the
Corolla Altis. Power comes from a carryover 2NR-FE 1.5 litre Dual VVT-i
four-cylinder engine, making 107 PS at 6,000 rpm and 140 Nm of torque at 4,200
rpm. This powertrain – paired to a CVT with seven virtual ratios.
Standard kit
includes reflector halogen headlights with a follow-me-home function, 15-inch
alloy wheels, keyless entry, push-button start, fabric seats, a drive mode
switch with Eco and Sport modes, automatic air-conditioning, illuminated door
sill scuff plates, front footwell illumination, rear parking sensors and a
CD/radio head unit with Bluetooth and four speakers.
The mid-spec E adds
LED tail lights, fog lights, auto-fold door mirror with indicators, an acoustic
glass windscreen, 60:40 split-folding rear seats with a centre armrest, a
multifunction steering wheel and a DVD-AVX infotainment system with a
360-degree camera system and a front digital video recorder (i.e. dashcam).
Opting for the
top-spec G gives you projector headlights, 16-inch alloys, premium solar and
security tint, leather on the seats, steering wheel, gearknob and front
armrest, paddle shifters, an Optitron instrument cluster with a 4.2-inch
multi-info display, six speakers, front parking sensors.
Safety-wise, all
models get seven airbags, ABS with EBD and brake assist, stability control and
rear ISOFIX child seat anchors, with the E and G variants also getting a blind
spot monitor and rear cross traffic alert.
Available colours
include the new Dark Blue Metallic, Red Metallic, Attitude Black, Silver
Metallic and Super White II. Also on offer are options including a RM 2,160
DVD-AVX system for the J variant, a RM 350 rear digital video recorder, RM 2,120
premium solar and security tint for the J and E variants and a RM 2,800 aerokit
that you see here.
