Toyota Yaris Cross 2023 launched in Indonesia – DNGA B-SUV; 1.5 liters NA, hybrid; Perodua D66B preview?
The Toyota Yaris Cross officially launched ASEAN in Indonesia as a new B-class SUV positioned on Raize, this is the sister car to Perodua Ativa we have here as well Stone Daihatsu.
Built on Daihatsu’s New Global Architecture (DNGA), the Yaris Cross measures 4,310 mm long, 1,770 mm wide, 1,615 mm high and has a wheelbase of 2,620 mm. That makes it larger than the Ativa, measuring 4,065 mm long, 1,710 mm wide, 1,635 mm tall and with a wheelbase of 2,525 mm.
If the name sounds familiar, you’re probably thinking other yaris vehicles based on Toyota’s New Global Architecture (TNGA) sold in Europe and Japan. That version is smaller than the ASEAN version introduced today, measuring 4,180 mm, 1,765 mm, 1,560 mm high and 2,560 mm wheelbase.
Toyota introduces a dashboard height of 260 mm, a 19-degree approach angle and a 28-degree exit angle, which it claims makes the Yaris Cross suitable as a light off-road vehicle. For something more suited to everyday driving, the SUV has a turning radius of 5.2 meters.
The ASEAN Yaris Cross differs in design from its eponymous competitor as it has more angular details on the front, as shown by the headlights and fog lights around. Other highlights of the ‘Solid & Dynamic’ approach include the large trapezoidal grille, slim two-piece taillights, two-tone paint options available as well as mandatory body panels.
Inside, you’ll find a sculpted dashboard and an asymmetrical center console, the latter contributing to a driver-focused cockpit. The large 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system sits above the center vent, with the air conditioning controls located below near the gear lever. Toyota says some cabins feature soft cushions, a customizable 7-inch digital dashboard, and enough trunk space to hold four large suitcases.
Available equipment for the Yaris Cross includes a panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, wireless smartphone connectivity, a power tailgate with hands-free access, a power driver’s seat, and a charger. wireless, T intouch telematics system, six airbags, electronic parking brake (with automatic brake hold), panoramic display, blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert, system passive safety (VSC, ABS, EBD) as well as the Toyota Safety Sense suite of driver assistance systems.
Regarding the powertrain, the Yaris Cross will be offered with two petrol engine options. The first is the 2NR-VE also used by the latest Vios, and the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated 4-cylinder engine delivers 106 PS (105 hp or 78 kW) and 138 Nm of torque. , with a CVT or 5-speed manual transmission used to drive the front wheels.
The latter option is more interesting as it is a hybrid system with a 2NR-VEX 1.5 liter NA four-cylinder making 91 PS (90 hp or 67 kW) and 121 Nm. This setup is for CVT transmission only and includes an electric motor with 80 PS (79 hp or 59 kW) and 141 Nm of torque, powered by a lithium-ion aa battery – times The first for a Toyota hybrid vehicle in Indonesia. The electric motor is powerful enough to move the car in electric mode with the engine off, so it’s a full hybrid and not just a ‘mild’ hybrid.
Currently, there is no official price of the Yaris Cross in Indonesia, but the model is expected to hit the market soon. There will be different colors – Super White 2, Silver Metallic, Greenish Gunmetal, Altitude Black Mica, Dark Red, Platinum Pearl White Premium and Scarlet Premium. You can also get it with a two-tone finish, where you can paint the bodywork in Silver Metallic, Premium Magenta and Premium Pearl White Platinum with Altitude Black Mica roof.
The introduction of the Yaris Cross (supposedly codenamed D03B) is notable as there have been many rumors that Perodua is working on a new SUV (codenamed D03B). D66B; rumored to be called Nexis) will rank above Ativa in its product line.
So far, there has been no confirmation from Perodua that they plan to launch such a model, but if that turns out to be true, then the Yaris Cross is a good sign of what we can expect. wait. As far as first impressions go, what do you think of the Yaris Cross?
