Hercules Rodrigues
Toyota has launched a limited edition of the Platinum Etios sedan at Rs 8,05 lakhs and is baised on the top spec VX variant.
The Platinum Etios limited edition receives a new premium Phantom Brown colour but can also be had in a shiny Pearl White. On the inside the car gets new dual tone exterior colour matching artificial leather seats and a new pattern door pads. Keeping in mind Indians love for chauffeur drivern cars, Toyota has redesigned the rear armrest to offer more comfort. A new 6.8-inch touchscreen system compatible to Bluetooth, Aux – in and USB along with voice commands is also offered on the sedan.
Powering the Platinum Etios limited edition is the same set of engines that power the standard car. The 1.5 litre petrol engine produces 89 PS and 132nm of torque, while the 1.4 litre diesel puts out 68 PS and 170nm of torque. Both engines come mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox only.
Toyota hopes to inject some momentum into the slow selling Etios and is currently gearing up to launch the New C – Segment Yaris sedan next month.
Platinum Etios Limited Edition pricesVariant nameEx showroomOn RoadEtios Limited edition petrol8,05,3259,49,982Etios Limited edition diesel9,15,32510,77,124
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