Toyota is planning to build a new MPV based on (TNGA) Toyota New Global Architecture platform; the aim is to create a threat to the upcoming Vezel SUV The new model is a compact crossover, it is interesting to learn of the company’s new Vezel rival project, the development of TNGA platform will be on the lines of Volkswagen’s MQB (Modular Transverse Matrix) base.
Toyota is using TNGA base to construct several models and the first car that will surface is next gen Prius. The new planned SUV will be a successor to JDM Toyota (Toyota Urban Cruiser in Europe). Details of the compact crossover have been provided by Japanese automobile magazine MagX. From the description one can tell that the car is packed with professional characteristics like short overhangs, tall stance and straight lines. Sources say the company will reveal the design concept car in 2015.
Nothing is known about the engine and deep technical details of the car, since the goal is to overpower the dazzling status of Vezel, sources say the car might be equipped with four cylinder engines. The forthcoming crossover will be positioned below RAV4; it will be a global launch. Its other fierce rivals are Hyundai ix25, Nissan Juke and Honda Vezel.
According to the buzz Toyota Kirloskar Motor said it is keen to explore the luxury car market. The company’s latest lavish creation is new Toyota Corolla, and it is also working on new Fortuner. Honda Vezel is an enriched model and sparkles to the core. To emerge with Vezel rival Toyota will have to bring in something that looks incredibly glossy and sophisticated. It does seem like a task but the company has the power to pull it off as inscribed in its new Toyota Corolla.
Toyota is a renowned figure in big car segment, few quality examples are Hilux, Fortuner and Sienna. All these are appreciated for their ideal family car status; it will be interesting to get to know deeper details on the company’s new Vezel rival project. The impact is likely to be huge to the effect of Lexus, Etios or new Corolla.
Toyota has produced two hit launches in May, Etios Cross and new Corolla, the two cars have enabled the company to come out of its gloomy state. The firm made an impressive 6% gain. Anyone will be fascinated with a Etios Cross launch, a Cross product is a source of excitement because of its rare stature. The attention-grabbing features are side plastic cladding, silver bull bar and roof rail. Wonder if the upcoming Vezel rival will be a superb surprise packed with something new and unusual. In the current competitive automobile force anything is possible.
Toyota is considering the possibilities of bringing Lexus to India, the main source of hindrance is pricy import duty. If it finally comes to the country then it will be another thrill package along with the new Vezel SUV. Consumers can look forward to exciting times ahead.
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