In the course of that year, the wagon will strengthen the ranks. On the first official pictures shows that the new Auris a more streamlined and sharper design. This provides a striking low drag with a drag coefficient of 0.28. This low air resistance is due to the streamlined silhouette, which contributes to lower fuel consumption. At the same time allows the CO2 emissions further reduced. Characteristic of the new Auris is the two-piece grille. He has also sharply contoured headlamps and LED daytime running lights.
The materials in the spacious interior include more of soft surfaces and silver accents. For a C-segment very large panoramic roof will be available.
The new Auris is slightly longer than its predecessor. It saves 3 inches. Width and wheelbase are unchanged, but the new Auris is 5.5 inches lower. Rear passengers benefit from more knee room and the luggage compartment has increased to 360 liters (previously 354 liters). And because of the Auris full hybrid battery under the rear seat is placed, the full hybrid on an equally large luggage as the conventionally powered versions.
Because Toyota lighter and stronger steel applies, the weight of the Auris reduced to 40 pounds. This while the body rigidity increased by just 10 percent. And by the adjusted steering, lower center of gravity and the adjusted suspension, the ride quality to a higher level. The new Auris runs thus dynamic, but without much to comfort.
Toyota Auris, the new course on as full hybrid, which in our country in 2013 are eligible for 14 percent additional tax liability. Other options include the 1.3-or 1.6-liter petrol and 1.4-liter or 2.0-liter diesel engine. The Full Hybrid comes standard with a CVT automatic.
The new Auris is specially designed for the European market and will in the Toyota Burnaston factory in the UK alongside the Avensis produced.
