Auris Advances On All Fronts With Toyota Optimal Drive

16 April 2009

More power, improved fuel economy and lower emissions for 2009 range

KEY POINTS

  • Toyota Auris revised for 2009 with new Toyota Optimal Drive powertrains
  • Introduction to range of new 1.6-litre Valvematic petrol engine with nine per cent better fuel economy, eight per cent lower CO2 emissions, but six per cent more power compared to previous 1.6 VVT-i unit
  • 1.4 and 2.0 D-4D and 2.2 D-CAT 180 engines revised for more torque, lower emissions and improved fuel efficiency
  • Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) added to 2.0 D-4D engine, bringing emissions in line with Euro 5 standards
  • New six-speed manual and MultiMode transmissions
  • Revised grade structure with four trim levels – T2, TR, T Spirit and SR180
  • On sale now, prices from £12,900 on the road

Auris is the latest Toyota model range to reap the benefits in performance, fuel economy and emissions from Toyota Optimal Drive technology.

Following the introduction late last year of the Toyota Optimal Drive 1.33-litre Dual VVT-i engine with Stop & Start, Auris gains the new 1.6-litre Valvematic engine and revised versions of its established 1.4 and 2.0 D-4D and 2.2 D-CAT 180 units. The result is cleaner, more fuel-efficient motoring with no compromise in performance or driving pleasure, plus significant savings in ownership costs compared to its market rivals.

Toyota has also rationalised Auris into a new four-grade structure (T2, TR, T Spirit and SR180), with a few minor adjustments to the equipment specifications.

NEW 1.6-litre VALVEMATIC ENGINE

The new 1.6-litre Valvematic engine, built at Deeside in the UK, is expected to be the largest-selling unit in the 2009 Auris range. It benefits from Toyota Optimal Drive technologies, notably variable valve lift, enabling it to deliver more power and torque than the previous 1.6 VVT-i engine, while at the same time making significant improvements in fuel consumption and emissions levels.

The fuel economy delivered by both the 1.33 Dual VVT-i and 1.6 Valvematic petrol engines in Auris, combined with the per-litre cost of diesel fuel and the price premium of diesel models, make them a compelling choice for customers who traditionally might opt for diesel-powered cars on the grounds of running costs.

ENGINE

1.6 VVT-i

1.6 Valvematic

CHANGE +/-

Power (bhp/DIN
hp)

123/124

131/132

+6%

Torque (Nm)

157

160

+2%

Fuel economy – combined cycle (mpg) Manual

39.8

43.5

+9%

MultiMode

40.9

45.6

+11.5%

CO2 emissions (g/km) Manual

166

153

-8%

MultiMode

161

146

-9%

Power output from the engine is up by 8bhp (8 DIN hp) and maximum torque rises from 157Nm at 5,200rpm to 160Nm at 4,400rpm. It is available with either a new six-speed transmission, or new six-speed MultiMode system with paddle-shift controls. With the manual gearbox, CO2 emissions are down eight per cent at 153g/km and fuel consumption is improved by nine per cent in combined cycle driving at 43.5mpg. With MultiMode the reduction in emissions is 15g/km to 146g/km, while fuel economy rises by 4.7mpg – more than 11 per cent – to 45.6mpg (combined).

Savings for retail customers

Compared to its principal market rivals the 2009 Auris with the Toyota Optimal Drive 1.6 Valvematic engine delivers clear savings over a three-year ownership period – more than £2,700 in fuel and VED road tax costs compared to the segment’s best-sellers, the Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra.

MODEL

TOYOTA
Auris 1.6 V-
matic TR

5dr

VAUXHALL
Astra 1.6
Active Plus
5dr

FORD
Focus 1.6
Zetec
5dr

HONDA
Civic 1.8
VTEC SE
5dr

VOLKSWAGEN
Golf 1.4 TSI SE
5dr

OTR price

£14,395

£17,110

£17,040

£15,135

£16,515

+/- vs Auris

+£2,715

+£2,645

+£740

+£2,120

3yr VED + fuel
cost*

£3,811

£3,811

£3,915

£3,766

£3,600

+/- vs Auris

+£104

-£45

-£211

Total 3yr cost
vs Auris

+£2,715

+£2,749

+£695

+£1,909

* Fuel cost based on average 89.2p per litre; prices correct April 2009

Savings for fleet and company car drivers

The 1.6 Valvematic engine’s reduced CO2 figures and fuel economy, together with highly competitive pricing combine to make Auris a stronger proposition for fleet managers and company car drivers. Earning a Benefit-in-Kind tax band of 18 per cent, the TR model attracts a three-year tax cost of £1,533 (based on a 20 per cent tax liability). Combined with its price advantage over its key market rivals, this translates into appreciable cost savings.

REVISED 1.4-litre AND 2.0-litre D-4D ENGINES

The 89bhp (90 DIN hp) 1.4 D-4D diesel engine has been upgraded with Toyota Optimal Drive technology, with fuel economy increasing by six per cent to 60.1mpg in combined cycle driving (58.9 MultiMode). Carbon dioxide emissions have been reduced, falling from 132 to 125g/km for manual TR models, 127g/km for versions with MultiMode. At the same time, torque performance is stronger by eight per cent, rising to a maximum 205Nm between 1,800 and 2,800rpm.

As well as delivering CO2 emissions that are among the best in Auris’s segment, the engine is more responsive. This has been made possible by new piezo-electric injectors that control fuel volume and injection timing more accurately and give a shorter injection time.

The 2.0 D-4D engine in Auris gains a diesel particulate filter (DPF), which brings emissions performance in line with Euro V standards. It delivers 125bhp (126 DIN hp) and maximum torque of 310Nm between 1,800 and 2,400rpm via a six-speed manual transmission. CO2 emissions are reduced by 13g/km to 138g/km and fuel consumption is improved by 4.7mpg to 54.3mpg (combined cycle).

The engine benefits from higher fuel injection pressure of 2,000bar and more efficient piezo injectors with smaller holes for a finer spray. Combined with an optimised combustion chamber shape, this allows for an improved fuel-air mixture and more efficient combustion, contributing to better fuel economy and improved torque at low engine speeds.

REVISED 2.2-litre D-CAT 180 ENGINE

Applying Toyota Optimal Drive technology to the 2.2 D-CAT 180 diesel engine, featured exclusively on the SR180 grade, has yielded better fuel economy and emissions. Combined cycle performance is 47.1mpg and CO2 output is 158g/km, against previous figures of 45.6mpg and 164g/km. Like the 2.0 D-4D engine, it also benefits from improved piezo-electric fuel injectors, operating at higher pressure – increased from 1,800 to 2,000bar.

NEW GRADE STRUCTURE

The Auris grade line-up has been simplified into four trim levels – T2, TR (focus for the majority of sales), T Spirit and SR180. Minor changes have been made to the equipment specifications, most notably making Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) available as an option on 1.4 D-4D TR models. The Smart Entry and Start system, fitted as standard to T Spirit and SR180 models, has been improved to provide automatic unlocking of the passenger doors and boot, in addition to the driver’s door.

TOYOTA AURIS PRICES, INSURANCE GROUPS AND VED

GRADE POWERTRAIN BODY

OTR PRICE

VED BAND*

INSURANCE

GROUP

T2 Toyota Optimal
Drive 1.33 VVT-i 6MT
3-door

£12,900

C

4E

T2 Toyota Optimal
Drive 1.4 D-4D 6MT
3-door

£14,050

C

4E

T2 Toyota Optimal
Drive 1.33 VVT-i 6MT
5-door

£13,400

C

4E

T2 Toyota Optimal
Drive 1.4 D-4D 6MT
5-door

£14,550

C

4E

TR Toyota Optimal
Drive 1.33 VVT-i 6MT
3-door

£13,545

C

4E

TR Toyota Optimal
Drive 1.4 D-4D 6MT
3-door

£14,695

C

4E

TR Toyota Optimal
Drive 1.4 D-4D 6M/M
3-door

£15,245

C

4E

TR Toyota Optimal
Drive 1.6 Valvematic 6MT
3-door

£13,895

D

5E

TR Toyota Optimal
Drive 1.6 Valvematic 6M/M
3-door

£14,445

C

5E

TR Toyota Optimal
Drive 2.0 D-4D 6MT
3-door

£15,870

C

6E

TR Toyota Optimal
Drive 1.33 VVT-i 6MT
5-door

£14,045

C

4E

TR Toyota Optimal
Drive 1.4 D-4D 6MT
5-door

£15,195

C

4E

TR Toyota Optimal
Drive 1.4 D-4D 6M/M
5-door

£15,745

C

4E

TR Toyota Optimal
Drive 1.6 Valvematic 6MT
5-door

£14,395

D

5E

TR Toyota Optimal
Drive 1.6 Valvematic 6M/M
5-door

£14,945

C

5E

TR Toyota Optimal
Drive 2.0 D-4D 6MT
5-door

£16,370

C

6E

T Spirit Toyota Optimal
Drive 1.6 Valvematic 6MT
5-door

£15,835

D

6E

T Spirit Toyota Optimal
Drive 1.6 Valvematic 6M/M
5-door

£16,385

C

6E

T Spirit Toyota Optimal
Drive 2.0 D-4D 6MT
5-door

£17,810

C

7E

SR180 Toyota Optimal
Drive 2.2 D-CAT 6MT
3-door

£18,465

D

12E

SR180 Toyota Optimal
Drive 2.2 D-CAT 6MT
5-door

£18,965

D

12E

* VED bands effective from May 2009.

TOYOTA AURIS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

TOYOTA OPTIMAL DRIVE 1.33 Dual VVT-i
Engine code

1NR-FE

Type

Four
cylinders in-line

Valve mechanism

DOHC
16-valve

Displacement (cc)

1,329

Bore x stroke (mm)

72.5
x 80.5

Compression ratio

11.5:1

Max. power (bhp/DIN hp @ rpm)

100/101
@ 6,000

Max. torque (Nm @ rpm)

132
@ 3,800

TOYOTA OPTIMAL DRIVE 1.6
VALVEMATIC
Engine code

1ZR-FAE

Type

Four
cylinders in-line

Valve mechanism

DOHC
16-valve Valvematic

Displacement (cc)

1,598

Bore x stroke (mm)

80.5
x 78.5

Compression ratio

10.7:1

Max. power (bhp/DIN hp @ rpm)

130/132
@ 6,400

Max. torque (Nm @ rpm)

160
@ 4,400

TOYOTA OPTIMAL DRIVE 1.4 D-4D 90
Engine code

1ND-TV

Type

Four
cylinders in-line

Valve mechanism

SOHC
8-valve

Displacement (cc)

1,364

Bore x stroke (mm)

73.0
x 81.5

Compression ratio

17.9:1

Max. power (bhp/DIN hp @ rpm)

89/90
@ 3,800

Max. torque (Nm @ rpm)

205
@ 1,800 – 3,000

TOYOTA OPTIMAL DRIVE 2.0 D-4D
130
Engine code

1AD-FTV

Type

Four
cylinders in-line

Valve mechanism

DOHC
16-valve

Displacement (cc)

1,998

Bore x stroke (mm)

86.0
X 86.0

Compression ratio

16.8:1

Max. power (bhp/DIN hp @ rpm)

124/126
@ 3,600

Max. torque (Nm @ rpm)

300
@ 2,000 – 2,800

TOYOTA OPTIMAL DRIVE 2.2 D-CAT
180
Engine code

2AD-FHV

Type

Four
cylinders in-line

Valve mechanism

DOHC
16-valve

Displacement (cc)

2,231

Bore x stroke (mm)

86.0
x 96.0

Compression ratio

15.8:1

Max. power (bhp/DIN hp @ rpm)

175/177
@ 3,600

Max. torque (Nm @ rpm)

400
@ 2,000 – 2,600

PERFORMANCE

1.33 Dual VVT-i

1.6
V-matic

1.4 D-4D 90

2.0
D-4D
130

2.2
D-CAT 180

Transmission

6M/T

6MT

M/M

6MT

M/M

6M/T

6M/T

Max. speed
(mph)

109

121

121

109

109

109

130

0-62mph (sec)

13.1

10.0

11.9

11.9

14.7

10.3

8.1

FUEL CONSUMPTION

1.33 Dual VVT-i

1.6
V-matic

1.4 D-4D 90

2.0
D-4D
130

2.2
D-CAT 180

Transmission

6M/T

6MT

M/M

6MT

M/M

6M/T

6M/T

Combined (mpg)

48.7

43.5

45.6

60.1

58.9

54.3

47.0

Extra-urban
(mpg)

56.5

52.3

54.3

67.3

65.7

64.2

55.4

Urban (mpg)

39.8

33.6

35.8

50.4

48.7

43.5

37.2

Fuel tank
capacity (l)

55

EMISSIONS

1.33 Dual VVT-i

1.6
V-matic

1.4 D-4D 90

2.0
D-4D
130

2.2
D-CAT 180

Transmission

6M/T

6MT

M/M

6MT

M/M

6M/T

6M/T

Carbon
dioxide (g/km)

135

153

146

125

127

138

158

VED band
Emissions level
TRANSMISSION
Type

Single
dry plate

Engine

1.33 Dual

VVT-i

1.6

V-matic

1.4
D-4D 90

2.0

D-4D

130

2.2

D-CAT
180

 

Gear ratios

1st

3.538

3.538

3.538

3.538

3.538

2nd

1.913

1.913

1.913

1.913

1.913

3rd

1.310

1.310

1.310

1.218

1.218

4th

0.971

0.971

0.971

0.860

0.860

5th

0.818

0.818

0.714

0.790

0.790

6th

0.700

0.700

0.619

0.638

0.638

Reverse

3.333

3.333

3.333

3.831

3.831

BRAKES

 

Front (mm) 

 

Ventilated
discs

ø273
x 26

SR180
ø295 x 26

Rear (mm)

Solid discs ø270 x 10

SUSPENSION
Front

MacPherson
strut

Rear

Torsion beam

(Double wishbone on SR180)

STEERING
Type

Rack
and pinion, Electric Power Steering

Ratio

14.44:1

(14.65:1
SR180)

Turns lock-to-lock

2.9

(2.81
SR180)

Minimum turning radius – tyre (m)

5.2

WHEELS AND TYRES
T2

15in
steel

(195/65R15
tyre)

TR and T Spirit

16in
alloy

(205/55R16
tyre)

SR180

17in
alloy

(225/45/R17
tyre)

Spare tyre

Space
saver

Spare tyre – SR180

Tyre repair kit

EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Overall length (mm)

4,220

Overall width (mm)

1,760

Overall height (mm)

1,515

(SR180
1480)

Wheelbase (mm)

2,600

Front track (mm)

1,536
(15in wheel)

1,524
(16in wheel)

1,516
(17in wheel)

Rear track (mm)

1,533
(15in wheel)

1,522
(16in wheel)

1,512
(17in wheel)

Front overhang (mm)

890

Rear overhang (mm)

730

Drag coefficient (Cd)

0.29

INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Interior length (mm)

1,985

Interior width (mm)

1,460

Interior height (mm)

1,245

VDA luggage capacity (l)

354
(rear seats up)

761
(rear seats down)

Luggage compartment length (mm)

790
(rear seats up)

1,715
(rear seats down)

Luggage
compartment max. width (mm)

1,185

Luggage compartment height (mm)

865

WEIGHTS

 

 

 

Kerb weight (kg)

1.33 Dual VVT-i 6MT

1,280
– 1,285

1.6 V-matic 6MT

1,275
– 1,315

1.6 V-matic 6MT M/M

1,280
– 1,320

1.4 D-4D 90 6MT

1,260
– 1,310

1.4 D-4D 90 M/M

1,285
– 1,315

2.0 D-4D130 6MT

1,405
– 1,440

2.2 D-CAT 180 6MT

1,430
– 1,470

 

 

Gross vehicle weight (kg)

1.33 Dual VVT-i 6MT

1,720

1.6 V-matic 6MT

1,750

1.6 V-matic 6MT M/M

1,750

1.4 D-4D 90 6MT

1.760

1.4 D-4D 90 M/M

1,760

2.0 D-4D130 6MT

1,890

2.2 D-CAT 180 6MT

1,920

 

Towing capacity – braked/unbraked (kg)

1.33 Dual VVT-i 6MT

1,000/450

1.6 V-matic 6MT

1,300/450

1.6 V-matic 6MT M/M

1,200/450

1.4 D-4D 90 6MT

1,000/450

1.4 D-4D 90 M/M

1,000/450

2.0 D-4D130 6MT

1,500/450

2.2 D-CAT 180 6MT

1,500/450

TOYOTA AURIS EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS

SAFETY

T2

TR

T Spirit

SR180

Driver and passenger airbag

ü

ü

ü

ü

Driver and passenger side airbag

ü

ü

ü

ü

Curtain shield airbags

ü

ü

ü

ü

Driver’s knee airbag

ü

ü

ü

ü

Dual-stage (light and buzzer) seatbelt
reminder

ü

ü

ü

ü

Passenger airbag cut-off switch

ü

ü

ü

ü

Isofix child seat mounts

ü

ü

ü

ü

Height adjustable front and rear head
restraints

ü

ü

ü

ü

Three-point seatbelts with pretensioners,
load limiters and emergency locking retractors

ü

ü

ü

ü

Whiplash Injury Lessening (WIL) front
seats

ü

ü

ü

ü

Minimum Intrusion Cabin Structure (MICS)

ü

ü

ü

ü

Side impact beams on all doors

ü

ü

ü

ü

Head impact protection structure roof
side and pillar

ü

ü

ü

ü

Child proof locks on rear doors (5-door)

ü

ü

ü

ü

ABS

ü

ü

ü

ü

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

ü

ü

ü

ü

Brake Assist (BA)

ü

ü

ü

ü

Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and
Traction Control (TRC)

Opt

Opt

Opt

ü

INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS

 

 

 

 

Multi-information display

ü

ü

ü

ü

MultiMode transmission gear indicator
(automatic)

ü

ü

ü

ü

Optitron instruments

ü

ü

ü

ü

Headlamp levelling

ü

ü

ü

ü

Cruise control with speed limiter

û

û

ü

ü

Full-map satellite navigation + Bluetooth

û

û

Opt

Opt

COMFORT & CONVENIENCE

 

 

 

 

Electric Power Steering (EPS)

ü

ü

ü

ü

Tilt and telescopic reach adjustable
steering column

ü

ü

ü

ü

Leather-trimmed steering wheel and gear
knob

û

ü

ü

ü

Electric front windows with one-touch
down function

ü

ü

ü

ü

Electric
rear windows (5-door models)

û

ü

ü

ü

Rain-sensing windscreen wipers

û

û

ü

û

Dusk-sensing headlights

û

û

ü

ü

Electrically adjustable door mirrors

ü

û

û

û

Electrically adjustable, heated door
mirrors

û

ü

ü

ü

Electrochromic auto-dimming rear view
mirror

û

û

ü

ü

Remote fuel lock release

ü

ü

ü

ü

Lockable glove box

ü

ü

ü

û

AUDIO

 

 

 

 

Radio/CD player with four speakers

ü

û

û

û

Radio/CD player with six speakers

û

ü

ü

ü

Steering wheel mounted audio controls

û

ü

ü

ü

VENTILATION

 

 

 

Air conditioning (manual)

ü

û

û

û

Dual-zone
automatic air conditioning

û

ü

ü

ü

Pollen filter/clean air filter

ü

ü

ü

ü

SECURITY

T2

TR

T Spirit

SR180

Remote central double locking

ü

ü

ü

ü

Remote alarm with perimeter and microwave
interior protection (2.0 D-4D 130 & SR180 only)

û

ü

ü

ü

Smart Entry and Start system

û

û

ü

û

Transponder
key engine immobiliser

ü

ü

ü

ü

Vehicle parts marking with major parts
traceable to VIN

ü

ü

ü

ü

SEATING, UPHOLSTERY & TRIM

 

 

 

 

Driver’s seat height adjustment

ü

ü

ü

ü

60:40 folding rear seat

ü

ü

ü

ü

Rear seat recline function

ü

ü

ü

ü

Front armrest

û

ü

ü

ü

EXTERIOR
15in
steel wheels with full wheel covers

ü

û

û

û

16in
alloy wheels

û

ü

ü

û

17in
alloy wheels

û

û

û

ü

Rear
tailgate spoiler

û

û

û

ü

Lowered
suspension

û

û

û

ü

Temporary
spare wheel

ü

ü

ü

û

Tyre repair kit

û

û

û

ü

Body-coloured
door handles and mirrors

û

ü

ü

ü

Scuff
plates

û

ü

û

û

Front fog
lamps

û

ü

ü

ü

Smoked
glass headlamps

û

û

û

ü

Dark-tinted
rear privacy glass

û

û

û

ü

Metallic
paint

ü

ü

ü

ü

OPTION
PACKS
Protection
Pack (rear parking sensors, mudflaps, rear bumper protection and boot liner)

û

ü

ü

ü

Tech Pack
(iPod integration and Bluetooth connectivity)

û

ü

ü

ü

ENDS

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