Effortless performance with superior quality KEY POINTS Two new 2.2-litre D-4D engines for Toyota Avensis presented at the Geneva Motor Show 2.2 D-4D Maximum power 148bhp and 310Nm from 2,000 to 3,200rpm Lightweight all-aluminium construction New, compact six-speed manual transmission Targeted top speed of 130mph and 0-62mph in 9.3 seconds Targeted combined fuel consumption of 47.1mpg and CO2 emissions of 157g/km Available in the UK from June 200…

Focus on fuel efficiency and low emissions KEY POINTS Two new Toyota Optimal Drive engines for Avensis, 1.6-litre Valvematic and 2.2-litre D-CAT 150 Extended availability of 1.8-litre Valvematic across the range 1.6 Valvematic – Valvematic system improves fuel efficiency, power, torque and engine response – 130bhp, 152g/km CO2 emissions, 43.5mpg combined cycle fuel economy and nought to 62mph acceleration in 10.4 seconds – Six-speed manual transm…

Toyota Gazoo Racing returned to winning ways in the 2019-2020 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) with a one-two victory in a dramatic and rain-affected Total 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps, the sixth round of the season.   The No7 TS050 Hybrid crew of Mike Conway, Kamui Kobayashi and José María López overcame the maximum success handicap to extend their World Championship lead to 12 points with two races remaining, winning Toyota Gazoo Racing’s…

Developed directly from World Rally activity, with Tommi Mäkinen Racing Toyota’s second global GR model and a homologation model for future WRC activity New 1.6-litre three-cylinder turbo engine producing 257bhp/192kW Aerodynamic and lightweight body design, producing power-to-weight ratio of 5kg per bhp New lightweight GR-Four all-wheel drive system The new GR Yaris is a pure performance car, born from Toyota’s title-winning experience in the W…

Paris motor show press information Toyota Gazoo Racing embody Toyota’s commitment to push every limit to make ever-better cars through motorsport activities. “What we learn at the very limits of performance, we seek to transfer into benefits for everyday driving.” Reaping the benefits of motorsport participation Over the years Toyota has participated in many forms of motorsport, including Formula One, the World Endurance Championship and the Nürb…

A talk with Yoshikazu Tanaka, Planning and development leader for fuel cell vehicles More information and images on the FCV is available here Heralding the fuel cell vehicle Toyota plans to launch in 2015 as a pioneer in the development of hydrogen-powered vehicles, the Toyota FCV Concept makes its European debut at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show. In charge of planning and development for fuel cell vehicles, Yoshikazu Tanaka discusses the numerous a…

The latest from the UK and overseas Click the “read more” links to access the full stories and pictures. Get the latest Toyota media news first – sign up for our email service here Aygo tunes up with JBL Edition The Toyota Aygo range has been refreshed and boasts an eye-catching new addition in the form of the JBL Edition. This comes with a five-speaker premium audio system and an equally powerful Electro Grey and Mandarin Pop paint finish. Toyot…

Third generation of Toyota’s compact MPV unveiled at Geneva motor show KEY POINTS New Toyota Verso – practical, spacious and desirable World debut at the 2009 Geneva motor show Seven seats within compact, dynamic design Toyota Optimal Drive technology increases power and torque by up to 20 per cent, reduces CO2 emissions and fuel consumption by up to 12 per cent Designed for five-star Euro NCAP crash test performance Superior standard safety prov…

The following briefing details the key facts concerning the safety recall of Toyota vehicles and Toyota’s official comment on reports concerning braking issues with Prius. The following briefing details the key facts concerning the safety recall of Toyota vehicles. Further information will be provided by the Toyota GB Press Office as and when it becomes available. Toyota advises customers who have any concerns to contact Toyota GB Customer Relati…

KEY POINTS New D-4D common rail diesel engines broaden appeal of popular Yaris range Available in all grades of Yaris except SR and T Sport and both grades of Yaris Verso D-4D engine produces 74bhp at 4,000rpm with 170Nm of torque available from just 2,000rpm – power equivalent to that of many competitor petrol engines with a similar displacement Range of over 650 miles attainable from low combined fuel consumption of 67.3mpg for Yaris S and Yari…

New Toyota Prius available with intelligent all-wheel drive (AWD-i) for the first time The next step in the self-charging hybrid driving experience, providing added peace of mind and support for the driver Available in the UK as an option for the 2019 Prius Business Edition Plus model New Prius also adopts fresh styling elements, new interior trims and enhanced equipment features Toyota Safety Sense provided as standard on all versions The Toyot…