Advanced technology for new Avensis (2000 Model Year)
• Advance technology VVT-i petrol engines
• Improved performance, better fuel consumption, lower emissions
• New direct-injection 2-litre petrol engine – D-4
• Direct injection common rail diesel – D-4D
• Improved ride and handling
• Fresh new exterior styling
• Premium quality design interior trim
The next generation Toyota Avensis, to be launched across Europe this autumn, will bring new levels of refinement, performance and economy to the family car market. The new Avensis features the very latest high technology petrol and diesel engines - plus improved interior quality, a fresh 'Toyota-family' look, and improved passenger comfort, ride and handling.
Like the previous model, the new Avensis will be available in three sleek bodystyles; a sedan, liftback or estate wagon. It will be built for the European market at Toyota's Burnaston factory, near Derby, England where the company has invested more than 1,800 million Euros in advanced, high quality car manufacturing.
The Toyota Avensis was originally launched in Europe in autumn 1997 and has rapidly established itself as a premium product in the highly competitive D-segment of the market. With its advanced styling, outstanding European build quality, and high levels of comfort and equipment, Avensis has already claimed a significant market share. The new Avensis will build on these strengths with an even more competitive package.
Advanced engine technology
All petrol engined models in the new Avensis range benefit from Toyota's advanced Variable Valve Timing-intelligent (VVT-i) technology. As a result the new Avensis is more flexible and easier to drive; offers better performance than comparable cars with the same engine size; uses less fuel and emits less carbon dioxide, less nitrous oxides and less hydrocarbons. The new Avensis sees the launch of a new Toyota, D-4 direct injection petrol engine which offers outstanding fuel economy and performance. The 2-litre, 110 kW engine
offers 17 percent more power and 12.4 percent more torque than the previous 2.0-litre engine and yet is over seven percent more economical on the European combined cycle. The new Avensis 2.0 D-4 will accelerate to 100 km/h in 9.1 seconds and has a top speed of 210 km/h. The new engine meets European Step 3 emission standards (Euro 3).
Step 4 emission achieved
The 1.8-litre VVT-i engine in the new Avensis range is the latest version of the unit already fitted to successful new Toyota sports models, such as the Celica and the MR2 Roadster. It complies with European Step 4 emissions legislation. Power has been raised by 17.2 percent and the new engine develops 95 kW at 6,000 rpm. Maximum torque is up by 9.7 percent to 170Nm at 4,200 rpm. The new Avensis 1.8 VVT-i accelerates to 100 km/h in 10.0 seconds and has a top speed of 200 km/h.
Class leading
The new 1.6-litre VVT-i Avensis outperforms some 1.8-litre rivals in the class yet still offers better fuel economy. The 1598cc engine delivers 81kW at 6,000rpm and maximum torque of 150Nm at 3,800rpm. It gives the new Avensis a top speed of 195 km/h and acceleration to 100 km/h in 11.3 seconds.
Clean, quiet direct injection diesel
In the rapidly growing diesel market, new Avensis will outgun the opposition with its 81kW two litre, D-4D common rail diesel engine that is among the best performing in this class. The newly developed D-4D diesel technology is the most technically advanced on the market today and answers many of the criticisms leveled at diesel engines in the past. It offers improved performance, reduced emissions, and less noise and vibration. The new engine consumes around 11 percent less fuel than earlier diesel engines and complies with Euro 3 emission legislation. The Avensis 2.0 D-4D has a top speed of
195 km/h and will accelerate to 100 km/h in 11.4 seconds.
Premium quality interior trim
Improvements to the new generation Avensis range are not confined to the high technology engines. A series of enhancements to the interior trim have resulted in even better quality, offering premium performance and feel.
The heating and ventilation controls have been redesigned and the audio system is now integrated into the centre console with a multi-functional display showing audio and vehicle information. Higher grade models will be equipped with remote audio control switches on the steering wheel.
The instrument panel has been redesigned for greater clarity and inserts around detail features such as air-vents have been improved. Soft touch plastics, leather covers and movement dampers on items such as the glove box cover and ashtray have been installed to add to the premium quality feel of the cabin.
Fresh new styling
The new Avensis gets a new look too - with a strong Toyota-family face, jewel effect headlamps and a cleaner, more emphatic front bumper design. There is increased use of chrome in the rear design, new rear combination lamps and a chrome exhaust tailpipe to enhance the sporting character of the car. New, 15-inch wheels are standard equipment.
Improved comfort, handling and safety
The Toyota Avensis has always benefited from its sophisticated, dual link rear suspension, which offers class leading stability, ride and handling. Driving dynamics of the new range have been improved still further with European-based engineers and Japanese designers working on high speed stability, ride comfort and steering feel. Attention has been paid to improving both active and passive safety. Anti-lock brakes, with electronic brake force distribution, will be standard on all models with uprated rear disc brakes available on all models. All Avensis 2.0 D-4 models will also be equipped with electronic Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) which helps prevent the car skidding on slippery road surfaces. The VSC system is backed up with traction control and electronic brake assist for more effective braking. All Avensis models for Europe are already equipped with twin front airbags as standard and side airbags as an option. 'Curtain shield' side airbags, which serve to offer even
greater protection against head injury by shielding the roof lining, front and centre pillars in the event of a collision are available as an option.
High-tech options
The new Avensis will be available with a number of electronic options, emphasising Toyota's market leading role in the development of the latest high technology solutions. An in-car satellite navigation system can be fitted to give Turn-by-Turn visual instructions through the multi-function display panel. A CD player can be mounted in the glovebox.
Full European warranty
The new Avensis will be backed by Toyota's comprehensive peace-of-mind warranty package and comprehensive dealer network across the whole of Europe. Full mechanical warranty is for three years or 100,000 kilometres (unlimited in the first year) with a three year paintwork warranty and 12-year protection against body perforation.
2000 Toyota Avensis 1.8 VVTi Sedan
2000 Toyota Avensis 2.0 D-4 Sedan
2000 Toyota Avensis 2.0 D-4D Sedan
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I wonder, though, why didn't you start with older model and put new one to the end? Back to the future?
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