New Yaris Present Mid-2012

New Yaris Present Mid-2012, In Japan, Toyota Yaris or third-generation Vitz has been marketed since December last year. While in Indonesia, leaks of PT Toyota Astra Motor (TAM), Toyota car manufacturers in Indonesia, when confirmed signal 2012. "We're still studying it, the possibility can enter the first half of next year," said Rahmat Samulo, Head of Sales Division to Kompas.com TAM, recently.

When mentioned about the price, "can not talk now," said Samulo. Although late, the launch of the Yaris "facelift" stay logged in TAM program because competitors have launched the new Honda Jazz in the second quarter of 2011.

Vitz is marketed in Japan with the design of new front and rear lights, including bumpers and body curvature. Then, its dimensions, especially for long 3750 mm on the previous model, now becomes 3.885mm. Turning radius (turn) is smaller than 3.7 meters to 4.5 meters.

This hatchback in Japan equipped with three engine choices, starting from 1,000 cc, 1,300 cc and 1,500 cc, all of whom claimed fuel economy because the system equipped with idling stop & start.

source: http://otomotif.kompas.com/read/2011/07/04/11591715/New.Yaris.Hadir.Pertengahan.2012

Toyota Unveils All-New 2012 Yaris

Toyota Unveils All-New 2012 Yaris

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) introduced the All-New 2012 Yaris or Yaris that will be marketed in North America. For Europe itself was introduced last month.

For the North American market, introduced two models, namely the Yaris with 5 and 3 doors each with variants (based on level), L (standard), LE (medium), and SE (Sport).

According to this 2012 Yaris 75mm more than the current version, while the height of the roof is lowered 15 mm. Interior also re-designed so as to produce a more spacious luggage space. In fact, for the 5-door version, the volume of the trunk space grow 68 percent compared to the Yaris being marketed right now today. Space for passengers is also becoming more relieved.

Meters in the Middle

To make the interior quieter, Toyota reported using a better fabric material with better insulation. The basic ingredients of the dashboard has been replaced and now it feels tender when touched.

Remains the most three-wheel with a larger grip plus silver ornaments in the fingers. The underside of the steering wheel is more flat so they no longer obstruct the driver's knees. It is said that the new design was adopted from racing cars.

No less interesting, the Yaris 2012 no longer use the combination meter in the middle of the dashboard, but has been moved to the front of the driver (conventional model). Changes were made because many consumers do not like the instrument panel in the middle, including in Indonesia.

Instruments are not only equipped with twin tripmeter and clock, as well as the temperature outside, the information of fuel consumption, average speed, and indicators of Eco-Driving.

For type L, folding rear seat backrest in one section. Whereas the LE and SE are divided 60/40. Luggage space is extended 145 mm and 53 mm wider.

Engine

For the engine, fixed-capacity 1.5-liter, 16 valve, DOHC four-cylinder with VVT-i with the same abilities as the machines used today. Yaris engine is marketed in the United States produces PS@6.000 106 rpm (109 PS version of Indonesia) and torque of 14.2 kgm@4.200 rpm (14.4 kgm Indonesia) which was considered quite competitive.

Further, 4-speed automatic transmission with a new lighter, so fuel consumption is also more economical. As for type L and SE are offered with 5-speed manual transmission. Version of the sport, the diameter of the tire and wheel changed from 15 to 16 so it look more stylish. This variant is only for 5-door model.

In the United States, the Yaris three-door priced starting from U.S. $ 14,115 (Rp120 million) with 5-speed automatic transmission, while the 17 200 SE five-door around Rp146 million dollars for 4-speed automatic transmission, is the most expensive level.

Indonesia

To Asean has been no word when the Yaris 2012 will be introduced and marketed for sure. However, it is quite interesting is the expression of the CEO Auto2000, Jodjana Jody, some time ago. "I am sure, will the Yaris will be number one in Indonesia to beat its competitors today. His appearance is more attractive, "he explained without mention All-New Yaris

Currently, in the compact segment of the medium, the Yaris is still under the shadow of the Honda Jazz. However, the difference is very thin. During 2011, Honda Jazz report on retail sales have reached 11,358 units, while the Yaris 10 675 units.

In this segment pretty much brand with a market share battle is not so great. Medium compact hatchback only gain category share of 10.6 percent for passenger vehicles or 7.4 per cent for all types of vehicles sold in Indonesia during 2011.

Brands that compete in this segment is the Chevrolet Aveo, Daihatsu Sirion, Ford Fiesta, MK2 Geely, Honda Jazz, Hyundai Grand Avega, Hyundai i20, Kia Pride, Mazda2, Nissan Livina 1.5, Nissan X-Gear 1.5, Peugeot 206, Proto Gen2, Proton Neo, Suzuki Swift, Suzuki Sx-4, and the VW Polo.

source: http://otomotif.kompas.com/read/2011/08/19/1127567/Toyota.Perkenalkan.All.New.Yaris.2012

toyota yaris best selling-in Indonesia.

Toyota Yaris lead in the medium of the compact 4x2 market that is as much the first quarter of 6880 units, with April sales contribute as much as 1566 units. and is the highest first quarter sales record since the Yaris was launched.

Press releases PT Toyota Astra Motor said that the achievement of the complete success of Toyota's sales January-April period amounted to 106,664 units, up 14.4% compared to same period previous year.

"We are grateful Yaris achievements during the first quarter of 2011 gave encouraging results with the market leader in its class, this shows the Yaris increasingly accepted by consumers and the community," said Johnny Darmawan, President Director of PT. Toyota-Astra Motor

This achievement further confirms the positive response from the market of products just got an additional predicate as car choice in the arena of women in Indonesia Kartini Brand Choice Award 2011.

Sales Page. Toyota-Astra Motor during April 2011 totaled 21 128 units, lower than the previous month of 32,275 units. The decrease occurred because the company experienced supply constraints due to limited supply of vehicle number of principal components.

"The decline was not due to weaker consumer interest, but due to limited production activities due to shortage of components and is experienced by all Japanese car manufacturers vehicles," said President Director of PT Toyota Astra Motor (TAM), Johnny Darmawan.

But overall, sales of Toyota during the period January-April 2011 remained higher than the same period of 2010. Total sales from January to April 2011 has reached 106 554 units or 14.4% higher than the same period in 2010 amounted to 93,154 units. The biggest sales came from the MPV segment that reached 75,291 units, up 17% compared to 64,354 units in 2010.

Johnny explains, the earthquake and tsunami in Japan has caused operational interruption supplier company that produces a number of important components such as microchips. These conditions forced Toyota to rationing the supply of components to various countries, including Indonesia.

"Hopefully in the near future, this component of supply problem is resolved, so that production can be improved and TAM could serve consumer demand for Toyota cars which now still remains high," he added.

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