Chief engineer of the new Yaris; Takatomo Suzuki, said: “The team of Toyota engineers has created the new Yaris under the concept ‘New Value Pioneer’ with the ultimate goal of developing a car that excels in serving the preferences of active people who follow trends and innovation, and offering the unique pride of ownership. Furthermore, the new Yaris delivers optimal performance and fun driving experience while maintaining great fuel economy and intense driving pleasure.”
Ebrahim K. Kanoo Senior Manager of Toyota Marketing, Ayman Shehadeh, said: “The Yaris has always been a popular car in Bahrain due to its reliability and dynamic design. The 2018 Yaris Sedan takes this further with an even more impressive design, spacious and comfortable interior and advanced safety technologies, setting a new standard for compact sedans. The focus is on an active and lively lifestyle with special attention to safety and fuel economy which we are confident our customers will appreciate.”
The new Yaris demonstrates remarkable attention to detail in the design and engineering of the vehicle encompassing its flashy exterior and class-leading interior design and state-of-the-art passenger cabin to its responsive driving dynamics. The overall length has been increased by 1.5 cm, and the overall width of the vehicle has grown by 3 cm. The result is a highly aerodynamic body with a wider and more masculine stance. Cutting-edge design defines the exterior of the new Yaris, with its dynamic angles as well as sharp headlamps. The front of the new Yaris has been updated with a horizontal grille for a wider yet more aerodynamic appearance, and slimmer rear combination taillights adorn the rear of the car for a unique look. From the side, it features a distinct character line that starts from the front wheel arch, heading towards the rear doors, with another line linking the door handles to the rear taillights. The addition of the newly introduced Shark Fin antenna adds to the aerodynamic design of the car. Available in eight distinctive exterior colours of which two have been newly-developed, including Red M.M., and Dark Blue M.M., which expresses a sense of power and elegance.
With an exciting interior featuring a distinctive design, and offering convenience and comfort with a layer of luxury, the new car’s cabin owns an exclusive profile. Simulated stitching along the edges from the instrument panel to the front console render a feel of luxury in the interior of the new Yaris. The front cup holders are equipped with an LED shower light, providing a sense of advanced technology. In addition, the central console of the new Yaris has been redesigned to create a greater sense of integration. The cabin has been adorned with a range of enhanced features, and is available in a rich modern interior in Ivory making the interior feel even more spacious and sophisticated.
Delivering a dynamic driving experience, the new Yaris comes with a 1.5-litre and a 1.3-litre engine alternative. The 1.3-litre four-cylinder engine generates a maximum output of 98 hp and 12.6 kg-m of torque and is mated with a Multidrive 7S advanced automatic transmission. On the other hand, the 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine can churn out a maximum output of 105 hp and 14.3 kg-m of torque and is mated to the Multidrive 7S automatic transmision to offer a smooth shifting experience with excellent fuel efficiency.
As with any other Toyota model, safety remains a top priority for the new Yaris, which includes a comprehensive array of safety features to protect its occupants, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Brake Assist (BA), Traction Control (TRC), High Mount Stop Lamp, and an enhanced body and platform structure, among many others.
The all-new Toyota Yaris Sedan is now available at the Toyota showroom in Sitra. Interested customers can visit the Toyota Bahrain website on Toyota.com.bh, or call the showroom on 17730730.
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