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Toyota Avanza I 1.3 (86 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Avanza:
The Toyota Avanza and Daihatsu Xenia are a series of multi-purpose vehicles developed by Daihatsu and marketed by both Toyota and Daihatsu, mainly sold with three-row seating. The Avanza and Xenia were developed as an entry-level MPV marketed mainly for the Indonesian and other emerging markets, and mainly produced in Indonesia by Astra Daihatsu Motor. Avanza's spiritual predecessor was the Kijang, whose model program has since been split into two different models to expand Toyota's reach in the MPV sector....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Toyota Avanza (I). With 117 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1085 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A multi-purpose vehicle designed to transport passengers with ample interior space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Toyota Avanza I generation was not tested by Euro NCAP. Safety features were basic for its time, focusing on fundamental passive safety rather than advanced driver-assistance systems.
1.3 (86 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.3L K3-VE engine provides adequate power (86 Hp) for city driving and light loads, but can feel underpowered on highways or when fully loaded. Acceleration is modest, prioritizing durability over speed.
Fuel Economy
With its small displacement and multi-port injection, this engine offers respectable fuel economy for an MPV of its size and era, making it an economical choice for daily commuting and family use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent Toyota reliability and durability, especially the K3-VE engine.
- • Highly practical 5-7 seater layout suitable for families.
- • Good fuel economy for an MPV of its class and era.
- • Affordable purchase price and low maintenance costs.
- • Compact dimensions make it easy to maneuver in urban environments.
Cons:
- • Underpowered 1.3L engine, especially when fully loaded or on highways.
- • Basic interior design and limited comfort features.
- • Lacks modern safety technologies and driver aids.
- • Can be noisy and unrefined at higher speeds.
- • Rear-wheel drive layout might be less common for some MPV buyers.
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Avanza |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 (86 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | MPV |
| Seats: | 5-7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 86 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 66.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 117 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K3-VE |
| Engine displacement: | 1298 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 72 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79.7 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.6 kg/Hp, 79.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.3 kg/Nm, 107.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1085 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4070 mm mm |
| Width: | 1630 mm mm |
| Height: | 1685 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2655 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1405 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1415 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 185/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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