Fourth generation Toyota Vios officially launched in Malaysia two days ago, but the all-new DNGA-based B-segment sedan was roaming the streets of Thailand since last Augustwears the usual Yaris Ativ badge.
In the Land of Smiles, the Yaris Ativ is a Thai eco-car with a 1.2-liter engine that produces 94 hp and 110 Nm of torque at 4,400 rpm. The 3NR-VE four-pot NA engine – E20 biofuel compliant, as it has to be in Thailand – is mated to a CVT transmission and has a claimed fuel consumption of 23.3 km/l.
Different from what’s under the hood, and top Thai spec full red interior, which is the same car as our Vios. The AC100 stands out in metal enough, with a very bold grille and sloping roofline, but if you want to stand out even more, the official Toyota accessory brand (such as Honda’s Modulo) has a recommendation. , and here it is.
In Thailand, Yaris Ativ buyers can choose from a Modellista bodykit that includes front bumper, rear bumper, side skirts, trunk spoiler, 17-inch alloy wheels with 205/50 tires (Dunlop Enasave) and Modellista badge on trunk. . Modellista’s front lip usually has a logo in the middle, as you might have noticed on JDM recond Alphards and Vellfires. This set can be had for 48,500 baht (6,301 RM) on any of the four variants and in any color.
It sounds like good value because the package comes with wheels and tires, and since it’s a factory-approved option, it comes with a three-year or 100,000-km warranty. Speaking of wheels, the 17-inches are the same size as our flagship 1.5G spec and an inch larger than the spec. base 16 inch items 1.5E. In any case, the Modellista two-tone rollers feature a unique wing design that is vastly different from the fan design of our 1.5G.
What do you think of the new Vios as it is and when fully equipped in Modellista bodykit and wheels? If you like it, we’re pretty sure this is coming to Malaysia soon to cater to new Vios owners, if not already. our reading launch report And first drive display of the new Vios.
LIBRARY: Toyota Vios with Modellista accessories
