Updates On The All New Toyota VIOS - Part III
It’s been a while but it’s finally here, Part III of our review on the all New Toyota VIOS. Many readers maybe wondering why this took a long time to appear on our page, but as I’ve mentioned through a comment in an earlier post - we’ve been kept busy working 24-7, on a feature that we hope to introduce in the near future that will benefit all our regular blog readers.
But just to recap on what we have covered thus far with regards to the review we did on the all New Toyota VIOS, Part I saw us addressing the basic Introduction of the vehicle, Interior as well as touching on the Exterior details. Part II followed through with us talking about Comfort, Driving Performance and Safety Aspects. And to conclude our review on this third part, we will look into areas such as Safety Accessories, Eco friendly features and its Comparison of Specifications.
In reality, Part II had already covered certain areas related to Active and Passive Safety, but today, let’s look into additional features that extends a cars safety credentials :
Safety Accessories
Alarm System for the all new Toyota VIOS and it’s protection features :
- Door Protection : Yes
- Turn Indicators short-circuit protection : Yes
- Power supply/Car battery disconnection protection : Yes
- Remote control code scan/grab protection : Yes
- Bonnet Protection : Yes
- Ignition hotwire protection : Yes
- Interior volumetric protection : Yes
- Auto Door Lock commanded by speed and time : Yes
- Boot Protection : Yes
- Tilt protection : Yes
- System Override - Electronic Coded Transponder : Yes
- Auto Door Unlock when ignition off : Yes
Reverse Sensor
The vehicle is equipped with a system that facilitates parking manoeuvres in reverse by detecting any obstacles that could damage the vehicle. Just like in every other Toyota car this function works on a basis on what we like to call a Detection Zone :
- Continuous Signaling Zone : This is the zone nearest to the bumper (up to 40cm). The sensor detects obstacle and gives a continuous acoustic signal whether the vehicle is at a standstill or moving. The driver should stop reversing.
- Intermittent Zone : This is the intermediate zone (up to about 40 to 120 cm). The sensor gives intermittent acoustic signal if an obstacle is detected, even if the vehicle is at a standstill. The acoustic signal gets more rapid as the vehicle approaches the obstacle.
- Start Detection Zone : This is the most distant zone (up to about 120 cm) and the widest. The sensor beeps slowly if an obstacle is detected. The acoustic signal gets more rapid as the vehicle approaches the obstacle.
Eco Friendly
Use of TSOP (Toyota Super Olefin Polymer)
The new VIOS has been designed with environmental consciousness in mind. The plastic body panels on the all New Toyota VIOS are made of TSOP. This special compound is prepared to Toyota’s exact standards for strength and durability. It also has the following environmental benefits :
- High level of recyclability
- Does not contain dangerous chemicals (lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, cadmium)
Toyota has even gone further in its efforts to reduce the use of lead parts. They have now developed lead-free parts and reduce lead content where possible, such as :
- Lead-free parts : Radiator / Heater core
- Reduced lead parts : Wiring harness
Comparison of Specifications
- Engine Type : VIOS @ In-line 4 Cylinder, DOHC, 16-Valve, VVT-i / City VTEC @ In-line 4 Cylinder, SOHC, 16-valve, VTEC / City i-DSI @ In-line 4 Cylinder, SOHC, 8-Valve, iDSI / Latio @ In-line 4 Cylinder, DOHC, 16 Valve, CVTC
- Brake Assist : VIOS @ With / City @ Without / Latio @ (ST 1.6) Without, (ST-L 1.6) With
- Impact Protection Structure : VIOS @ With / City @ Without / Latio @ Without
- Whiplash Injury Lessening (WIL) Front Seats : VIOS @ With / City @ With / Latio @ Without
- Driver Seat Belt Warning Light and Buzzer : VIOS @ With / City @ Without / Latio @ Without
- Alarm : VIOS @ Immobiliser, Siren with backup battery, Cabin Sensor and Tilt Sensor / City @ Immobiliser, Siren with backup battery, Cabin Sensor / Latio @ Immobiliser, Siren with backup battery
- Auto Door Lock : VIOS @ With / City @ Without / Latio @ With
- Impact Sensing Fuel Cut : VIOS @ With / City @ With / Latio @ Without
To conclude, the New Toyota VIOS definitely offers value not just recognised in ASEAN but the world over. We at Car Crazy, somehow feel that the New VIOS is a sedan with new values and attracts young users with its styling, and a car with positive aspects of a small car - such as good handling and fuel economy.
