Come December 1 and Toyota will launch the sedan in Bangalore.
It's also unbelievably smooth to ride.
With the sedan, Toyota has evoked concern in a number of existing players.
Toyota Liva has hit the Indian B segment car market with a bang and is priced aggressively at a starting price of Rs 399,000.
This Sporty initiative by Japanese carmaker will definitely steal the hearts of numerous 'racing' enthusiasts across the country.
Here's how the Etios stands when pitted against the Tata Manza, one of its close competitiors.
The Etios sedan is powered by a 1.5-litre motor with twin cams and four valves per cylinder.
The car we're driving today is the most affordable Toyota in India, the Etios Liva and we tell you if you should consider it if you're in the market looking for a hatchback or look at the other obvious options.
Toyota Kirloskar Motor will, over the next 45 days, open around 30 dealerships for a smooth roll out of its much publicised compact car, the Etios, as well as the Etios sedan.
The car has been been specifically developed for the Indian market and the company is investing Rs 3,200 crore (Rs 32 billion) at its second plant in Bangalore to produce its units.
So, how impressive is the Toyota Etios? We find out as we drive one.
Japanese car maker Toyota on Tuesday said it will begin production of its entry-level sedan Etios in third week of December from its second manufacturing facility in India at Bidadi in Bengaluru.
The new diesel Toyota Etios and Liva find themselves in a highly competitive scenario.
The ride quality of the Cross is best-in-class but it scores low when it comes to handling.
The All New Etios is designed to provide a true sedan experience
The pre-bookings of the car has already started.
The new cars, which have undergone over over 100 changes, were spotted at a dealer's showroom.
Mechanically, the car is based on the Liva and sports the same running gear. However, the visuals of the hatchback have been tweaked to give it a rugged appearance.
Buyer can book the mini SUV for Rs 50,000.
Toyota Motor Corporation and Honda Motor Corporation plan to make India a hub for sourcing components of small cars.
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The heart breaking Japanese catastrophe and huge booking orders of Etios saloon being the respective reasons.
The company has launched the new version of Etios at a price range of Rs 545,000 and Rs 708,000 for the petrol variant and Rs 670,000 and Rs 815,000 (ex-showroom Delhi) for the diesel variant.
The company, which is present in India through a joint venture with Kirloskar Group, is investing about Rs 3,200 crore (Rs 32 billion) to set up its second manufacturing facility in Bangalore to roll out the car by early 2011.
They have features such as bluetooth audio with remote, rear parking sensors and two-tone interiors.
Toyota Kirloskar Motor on Monday launched Etios Xclusive priced in the range of Rs 7.82 lakh (petrol variant) to Rs 8.92 lakh.
Both the diesel variants will be powered by a 1.4-litre engine.
Three hatchbacks have been muscled up to offer a more adventurous driving experience.
The vehicle, which was unveiled at the 12th Auto Expo, has been launched in three different engine options.
The proposed car is likely to be built on the platform the company developed for its much awaited sedan, Etios, launched last week in the country.
Japanese carmaker Toyota is recalling 41,000 units of its sedan Etios and small car Liva in India to replace faulty inlet pipe to fuel tank.
Auto major Toyota Kirloskar Motor on Thursday unveiled its first crossover, 'New Etios Cross', targetting young customers.
The company has capacity to manufacture 310,000 units annually.
A glipse of what carmakers have in store for you.
Indian and international brands are now all focused on small cars.
It could turn out to be the cheapest multi-utility vehicle.
The Etios Liva would mark Toyota's entry into the highly popular premium hatchback segment.
The Etios sedan will be available in four variants.
The model will be equipped with a petrol engine in Thailand.
Apart from the cut-throat competition it gets from Ford Figo, Chevrolet Beat, Nissan Micra, Hyundai i10 and Toyota Etios Liva, Swift will need to compete with a few more rivals soon.
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