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Toyota Aygo II (facelift 2018) 1.0 VVT-i (72 Hp)
Overall Rating
Toyota Aygo:
The Toyota Aygo is a city car marketed by Toyota mainly in the European market between 2005 and 2022 across two generations. The Aygo was first displayed at the 2005 Geneva International Motor Show. It was built alongside the related Citroën C1 and Peugeot 107/108 at the Toyota Peugeot Citroën Automobile Czech joint venture in Kolín, Czech Republic. The Aygo's production ended in 2021 and the model was replaced by the crossover-styled Aygo X.
The name "Aygo" comes from "i-go", symbolising freedom and mobility....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (facelift 2018) Overview:
Toyota Aygo (II (facelift 2018)). With 93 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 860 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.8 s). The top speed reaches 160 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.0 VVT-i (72 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Lively and responsive for urban environments, offering sufficient power for daily commutes. Highway performance is adequate but requires planning for overtakes.
Fuel Economy
Exceptional fuel efficiency, making it one of the most cost-effective options in its class for daily driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy and low running costs
- • Compact dimensions make it highly maneuverable in urban settings
- • Renowned Toyota reliability and build quality
- • Distinctive and youthful exterior styling
- • Easy to park due to small turning circle
Cons:
- • Limited power for highway cruising and overtaking
- • Small boot space (168 liters)
- • Basic interior materials and limited sound insulation
- • X-shift automatic transmission can be unrefined and slow
- • Rear drum brakes are less effective than discs
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2014 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Aygo |
| Generation: | II (facelift 2018) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 VVT-i (72 Hp) |
| Start of production: | June, 2018 |
| End of production: | November, 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 72 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 72.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 93 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1KR-FE [Same engine] More details about the engine 1KR-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, VVT-i |
| Engine oil capacity: | 2.8 l |
| Coolant: | 3.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 3.7-4.0 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.9 kg/Hp, 83.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.2 kg/Nm, 108.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 860 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 168 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3465 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Width: | 1615 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1460 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2340 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Wheel rims size | 14; 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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