Toyota IQ test drive since 2008 hatchback

Inside more than outside

Russia started selling Toyota IQ revolutionary model in the segment of compact urban cars.
 
In the design of IQ, a number of innovative engineering and layout solutions were implemented, which allowed us to combine high-class equipment in one product, excellent running characteristics and the highest level of security.
 
A feature of the exterior of Toyota IQ is simple, but at the same time intriguing design, the traditions of Japanese aesthetics. The car has a compact body of only 2985 mm long and a width of 1680 mm. The IQ wheels are maximally displaced in the direction of the corners of the body, so that the machine acquires stability. Almost complete absence of soles and low gravity center contribute to improving controllability. The appearance of Toyota IQ is successfully complemented by 16-inch alloy wheels, which perfectly fit into developed wheeled arches.
 
Compact Outside The novelty will pleasantly surprise buyers unexpectedly spacious and spacious interior. The distance between the centers of the front armchairs is 710 mm, due to which the size of the free space for passengers is commensurate with similar indicators of class C cars. The folded backs of the rear seats form a luggage compartment with a volume of 238 liters. With the backs of the backs, four adults can comfortably accommodate in the car, and the volume of the luggage compartment will be 32 liters. Under the rear seats there is a special niche for storing things.
 
Toyota IQ is equipped with a gasoline engine with a working volume of 1.33 liters and a stepless variator, which makes it possible to achieve an optimal balance between fuel efficiency and dynamic characteristics. Fuel consumption does not exceed 5.1 liters per 100 km in a mixed cycle.
 
Specifications
 
Length 2985 mm
Width 1680 mm
Height 1500 mm
Wheel base 2000 mm
Pitch front wheels 1480 mm
Pitch of rear wheels 1460 mm
Front Sve 530 mm
Rear Sve 455 mm
Road clearance 135 mm
Salon length 1435 mm
Salon width 1515 mm
Salon height 1145 mm
Volume of luggage compartment 32 l
Capacity of the fuel tank 32 l
Engine operating volume 1329 cubic meters. cm
DOHC valve mechanism, 16-valve DUAL VVT-I
Type of fuel gasoline with octane number 95 and above
Quantity and location of cylinders 4, row
Cylinder diameter x Piston stroke 72.5 x 80.5 mm
Compression ratio 11.5
Max. Power 98 hp at 6000 rpm
Max. Torque 123 nm at 4400 rpm
Max. Speed \u200b\u200b170 km / h
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h 11.6 s
Fuel consumption 100 km:
urban cycle 6.3 l
Country cycle 4.4 l
Mixed cycle 5.1 l

 
The car meets the highest requirements for car safety. It is based on a fundamentally new platform with high rigidity and a powerful safety frame. This model received an extensive set of active and passive protection tools, including anti-lock brake system (ABS), electronic brake force distribution system (EBD), emergency braking amplifier (BA), anti-slip system (TRC) and VSC + rate system. In addition, nine airbags are provided for the driver and passengers, including the world's first curtain type airbag for rear window.
 
Buyers IQ will appreciate the rich equipment of the car in the prestige proposed on the Russian market. It includes an intelligent access system in the machine and launch of the Smart Entry & Push Start engine, combined from leather and fabric. Seat coating in two colors, a multifunctional steering wheel with leather trim, light and rain sensors, climate control, electrical rear-view mirror with auto-process and machinery and Other useful options. The model is available in ten original body colors. Especially for Russian consumers has developed several sets of design stickers on the body, allowing each Toyota IQ owner to make its car unique and unusual.
 
The novelty is produced at the Toyota plant in Japan. Recommended retail price from 777 777 rub.

   

Source: Magazine cars and prices November 2, 2009.