Rejecting commonly held stereotypes that "compact" should only mean pragmatic and economical, the dynamic design of the Toyota Aygo re-defines the perceptions of what small can be.
Designed and built in Europe, the Aygo is 100% Toyota - with certain design elements like the bulge on the bonnet around the badge, and triangular quarter window, underscoring its Toyota pedigree.
Overall the Toyota Aygo design conveys a sporting look and fun aspect, as well as comfort and high quality finish.
The 2009 Toyota Aygo reinforces this spirit with a front grille and bumper that have been re-sculpted to emphasise a lower centre-of-gravity, while increasing the dynamism and width of the car.
Emphasising the feeling of security, Toyota Aygo is now 10mm longer thanks to its extended front bumper, and the fog lights have been more seamlessly integrated. In addition, the front grille has also been strengthened.
New circular chrome detailing has been added around the bulbs to accentuate the rear combi-light design, while the darkened housing also increases unity with the headlamps. New wheel covers and 14 inch alloy wheels have been designed to enhance the appeal of the Toyota Aygo.
On the 5-door version a black B-pillar is also used to give the Toyota Aygo an improved silhouette. Coloured side protection mouldings have also been integrated on the colour edition. The 2009 Toyota Aygo will be available in the brand new Comet Blue, which replaces the Reflective Blue and Sand colours.
Interior refinements
Inside the Toyota Aygo 2009 has been given even more stylish refinement. New seat trim and fabrics have been developed and a new optional black Alcantara® seat finish with contrasting stitching gives an overall sporty look.
The graphics of the heater interface have been improved, giving the unit a stylish and modern feel. And, for extra style, a leather steering wheel with matching gearshift comes with the Alcantara® seats option.
To the rear, the hinges on the rear parcel shelf have been relocated to create a better opening angle, and to improve access to the boot.
1.0-litre VVT-i petrol engine, developed using the Toyota Optimal Drive concept: Maximum power, Minimum emissions and fuel consumption
The Toyota Aygo petrol engine will benefit from Toyota's new Toyota Optimal Drive concept, a raft of technologies introduced at the 2008 Paris Motor Show to strengthen Toyota's lead in sustainable mobility.
"Since it was founded over seventy years ago, the Toyota Motor Company has conducted its business based on the guiding principle of contributing to the development of a prosperous society through the manufacture of automobiles. However, now Toyota must seek to combine the power of people and technology to help create a society that maintains a balance between corporate activities and environmental preservation," Katsuaki Watanabe, President of Toyota Motor Corporation
Toyota Optimal Drive
Demonstrating its environmental awareness, there have been vast improvements in sustainability at Toyota's European plants. Since 2001, 44% less energy is required to build a Toyota in Europe. Additionally, CO2 reductions will be achieved by a range of new hybrid models and the new Toyota Optimal Drive raft of petrol, diesel and transmission technologies. Toyota Optimal Drive is intended to:
Increase fuel efficiency, decreasing emissions of CO2
Not compromise on driving pleasure
Reduce harmful emissions
Be standard on new model launches
Unlike many other carmakers, Toyota has chosen to innovate and develop new technologies, rather than just downsizing or detuning existing technology.
Built on the company's legendary "Kaizen" tradition of constant optimisation, Toyota engineers have improved combustion efficiency, lowered engine/ transmission weight, and reduced friction to produce new engines that deliver more power, yet at the same time, are more efficient and economical.
In short, cars featuring Toyota Optimal Drive technologies are great fun to drive, but at the same time, are kind to the planet.
Award-winning 1.0-litre VVT-i petrol engine with reduced emissions and fuel consumption
When equipped with the 3-cylinder 1.0-litre VVT-i petrol engine, the Toyota Aygo's combined fuel consumption is one of the segment's lowest for petrol engines, at 4.5 litres per 100 kilometres. At the beginning of 2006, the Toyota Aygo also became available with a 1.4-litre diesel engine, supplied by PSA Peugeot Citroën. This is one of the lightest engines on the market today and offers class-leading values of specific power and torque.
Toyota engineers have worked continually to improve performance on the 1.0-litre 3-cylinder powerplant. When the engine first came off the line in 2005, the frugal 1.0-litre engine delivered 109g of CO2/km. By early 2008, Toyota engineers had already reduced this to 108g, and by early 2009 it will be reduced even further to 106g after the following engineering improvements:
A newly developed cut off system saves fuel during gear changes
Use of low viscosity oil for less engine resistance
Advanced engineering
Featuring an all-aluminium construction, the weight of the new 1.0-litre petrol engine is only 67kg, which makes it one of the lightest internal combustion engines on the car market today.
This unit is not only the most powerful 1.0-litre in the A-segment (68DIN hp/50kW), but is also class-leading in specific torque (93Nm at 3600rpm). In order to ensure better driveability in urban conditions (where acceleration and deceleration constantly take place), the development team wanted the unit to provide high levels of low to mid torque. This led to a full optimisation of the intake system, setting a correct manifold length and a smaller diameter for the intake ports.
The number of cylinders (3) also leads to a superior availability of torque in low to mid range, as there is less "metal" to move at lower speeds.
Winner of the "Engine of the Year Award" in 2007 and 2008
For the second year running, Toyota's light and compact 1.0-litre VVT-i engine was awarded the overall honours in the Sub-1.0-litre category. The three-cylinder petrol unit, featured in Toyota Aygo, Yaris and iQ, was acclaimed by the judges for smoothness, free-revving character and clever design.
The Engine of the Year Awards are decided by a panel of 65 distinguished motoring journalists from 32 countries around the world. The 2008 winners were announced at a ceremony at Engine Expo 2008 in Stuttgart on 7th May.
Compact and agile
With a very tight turning radius (4.73m), the 2009 Toyota Aygo makes it easy to manoeuvre around narrow city streets, and to take advantage of those tight parking spots where few other cars will fit.
The MacPherson Strut front suspension is derived from the Toyota Yaris. At the rear, Toyota engineers specified a torsion beam, but adopting an inverted-V profile - a solution that brings considerable advantages in weight and torsional stiffness.
All Aygos come standard with Electric Power Steering (EPS), which is also speed-sensitive. Furthermore, the EPS is up to 3% more fuel-efficient than a conventional hydraulic system.
Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) improvements
True to Toyota's Kaizen philosophy of continuous optimisation, Aygo engineers have worked on reducing NVH values on the car.
Enhancements include sound-absorbing felt for the A-pillar and C-pillar inner trim. The package tray has also been upgraded with the use of thicker and denser materials. Finally, asphalt sheets have been introduced under the carpets on the Toyota Aygo to reduce noise even further.
To reduce outside noise a damped engine pulley is newly added to reduce engine bay vibrations.
Excellent Toyota Aygo safety
The car features Toyota's own Minimal Intrusion Cabin System (MICS), a safety structure that effectively reduces the risk of serious injury during impact. This sturdy safety structure is complemented by front, side and curtain (front and rear) airbags. Front airbags come standard on every model and side and curtain airbags are available as of the entry grade.
Cost of ownership
The Toyota Aygo achieves excellent insurance classifications in Germany (15) and the UK (1E), which reflect its very reasonable repair costs.
The Toyota Aygo 1.0 VVT-i also features class-lowest, cumulative maintenance time after 100,000km: a remarkably low 4.2 hours. This means the servicing invoice will be kinder compared with rivals.
For added peace of mind, Toyota offers every new Aygo with a 3-year (or 100,000km - whichever comes first) pan-European warranty, something still unheard of from any other European competitor. The Toyota Aygo is also covered by a 12-year anti-rust warranty.
Excellent Toyota quality from Czech plant
According to independent surveys, Toyota Aygo customers are amongst the most satisfied in the A-segment. This stems largely from the careful attention Toyota pays to building the car in the first place.
In a joint venture with Peugeot and Citroën, Toyota manufactures the Aygo at a plant in Kolín, 60 kilometres east of the Czech Republic capital of Prague.
The plant is jointly owned by PSA Peugeot Citroën and Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC), and produces three small cars on a common platform: the Citroën C1, the Peugeot 107 and the Toyota Aygo.
Established in March 2002, the plant is the fruit of a successful cooperation project that allowed two global carmakers to combine their knowledge of product design, styling, production and supplier relationships, while learning from each other's corporate cultures, technologies and processes.
This led to an exchange of specific know-how: PSA Peugeot Citroën's knowledge of small cars in Europe and its expertise in purchasing activities; and TMC's skill in development, manufacturing and production processes.
The target production capacity of the plant is 340,000 vehicles per year, roughly divided equally between the Toyota Aygo, the Citroën C1, and the Peugeot 107.
Designed and built in Europe, the Aygo is 100% Toyota - with certain design elements like the bulge on the bonnet around the badge, and triangular quarter window, underscoring its Toyota pedigree.
Overall the Toyota Aygo design conveys a sporting look and fun aspect, as well as comfort and high quality finish.
The 2009 Toyota Aygo reinforces this spirit with a front grille and bumper that have been re-sculpted to emphasise a lower centre-of-gravity, while increasing the dynamism and width of the car.
Emphasising the feeling of security, Toyota Aygo is now 10mm longer thanks to its extended front bumper, and the fog lights have been more seamlessly integrated. In addition, the front grille has also been strengthened.
New circular chrome detailing has been added around the bulbs to accentuate the rear combi-light design, while the darkened housing also increases unity with the headlamps. New wheel covers and 14 inch alloy wheels have been designed to enhance the appeal of the Toyota Aygo.
On the 5-door version a black B-pillar is also used to give the Toyota Aygo an improved silhouette. Coloured side protection mouldings have also been integrated on the colour edition. The 2009 Toyota Aygo will be available in the brand new Comet Blue, which replaces the Reflective Blue and Sand colours.
Interior refinements
Inside the Toyota Aygo 2009 has been given even more stylish refinement. New seat trim and fabrics have been developed and a new optional black Alcantara® seat finish with contrasting stitching gives an overall sporty look.
The graphics of the heater interface have been improved, giving the unit a stylish and modern feel. And, for extra style, a leather steering wheel with matching gearshift comes with the Alcantara® seats option.
To the rear, the hinges on the rear parcel shelf have been relocated to create a better opening angle, and to improve access to the boot.
1.0-litre VVT-i petrol engine, developed using the Toyota Optimal Drive concept: Maximum power, Minimum emissions and fuel consumption
The Toyota Aygo petrol engine will benefit from Toyota's new Toyota Optimal Drive concept, a raft of technologies introduced at the 2008 Paris Motor Show to strengthen Toyota's lead in sustainable mobility.
"Since it was founded over seventy years ago, the Toyota Motor Company has conducted its business based on the guiding principle of contributing to the development of a prosperous society through the manufacture of automobiles. However, now Toyota must seek to combine the power of people and technology to help create a society that maintains a balance between corporate activities and environmental preservation," Katsuaki Watanabe, President of Toyota Motor Corporation
Toyota Optimal Drive
Demonstrating its environmental awareness, there have been vast improvements in sustainability at Toyota's European plants. Since 2001, 44% less energy is required to build a Toyota in Europe. Additionally, CO2 reductions will be achieved by a range of new hybrid models and the new Toyota Optimal Drive raft of petrol, diesel and transmission technologies. Toyota Optimal Drive is intended to:
Increase fuel efficiency, decreasing emissions of CO2
Not compromise on driving pleasure
Reduce harmful emissions
Be standard on new model launches
Unlike many other carmakers, Toyota has chosen to innovate and develop new technologies, rather than just downsizing or detuning existing technology.
Built on the company's legendary "Kaizen" tradition of constant optimisation, Toyota engineers have improved combustion efficiency, lowered engine/ transmission weight, and reduced friction to produce new engines that deliver more power, yet at the same time, are more efficient and economical.
In short, cars featuring Toyota Optimal Drive technologies are great fun to drive, but at the same time, are kind to the planet.
Award-winning 1.0-litre VVT-i petrol engine with reduced emissions and fuel consumption
When equipped with the 3-cylinder 1.0-litre VVT-i petrol engine, the Toyota Aygo's combined fuel consumption is one of the segment's lowest for petrol engines, at 4.5 litres per 100 kilometres. At the beginning of 2006, the Toyota Aygo also became available with a 1.4-litre diesel engine, supplied by PSA Peugeot Citroën. This is one of the lightest engines on the market today and offers class-leading values of specific power and torque.
Toyota engineers have worked continually to improve performance on the 1.0-litre 3-cylinder powerplant. When the engine first came off the line in 2005, the frugal 1.0-litre engine delivered 109g of CO2/km. By early 2008, Toyota engineers had already reduced this to 108g, and by early 2009 it will be reduced even further to 106g after the following engineering improvements:
A newly developed cut off system saves fuel during gear changes
Use of low viscosity oil for less engine resistance
Advanced engineering
Featuring an all-aluminium construction, the weight of the new 1.0-litre petrol engine is only 67kg, which makes it one of the lightest internal combustion engines on the car market today.
This unit is not only the most powerful 1.0-litre in the A-segment (68DIN hp/50kW), but is also class-leading in specific torque (93Nm at 3600rpm). In order to ensure better driveability in urban conditions (where acceleration and deceleration constantly take place), the development team wanted the unit to provide high levels of low to mid torque. This led to a full optimisation of the intake system, setting a correct manifold length and a smaller diameter for the intake ports.
The number of cylinders (3) also leads to a superior availability of torque in low to mid range, as there is less "metal" to move at lower speeds.
Winner of the "Engine of the Year Award" in 2007 and 2008
For the second year running, Toyota's light and compact 1.0-litre VVT-i engine was awarded the overall honours in the Sub-1.0-litre category. The three-cylinder petrol unit, featured in Toyota Aygo, Yaris and iQ, was acclaimed by the judges for smoothness, free-revving character and clever design.
The Engine of the Year Awards are decided by a panel of 65 distinguished motoring journalists from 32 countries around the world. The 2008 winners were announced at a ceremony at Engine Expo 2008 in Stuttgart on 7th May.
Compact and agile
With a very tight turning radius (4.73m), the 2009 Toyota Aygo makes it easy to manoeuvre around narrow city streets, and to take advantage of those tight parking spots where few other cars will fit.
The MacPherson Strut front suspension is derived from the Toyota Yaris. At the rear, Toyota engineers specified a torsion beam, but adopting an inverted-V profile - a solution that brings considerable advantages in weight and torsional stiffness.
All Aygos come standard with Electric Power Steering (EPS), which is also speed-sensitive. Furthermore, the EPS is up to 3% more fuel-efficient than a conventional hydraulic system.
Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) improvements
True to Toyota's Kaizen philosophy of continuous optimisation, Aygo engineers have worked on reducing NVH values on the car.
Enhancements include sound-absorbing felt for the A-pillar and C-pillar inner trim. The package tray has also been upgraded with the use of thicker and denser materials. Finally, asphalt sheets have been introduced under the carpets on the Toyota Aygo to reduce noise even further.
To reduce outside noise a damped engine pulley is newly added to reduce engine bay vibrations.
Excellent Toyota Aygo safety
The car features Toyota's own Minimal Intrusion Cabin System (MICS), a safety structure that effectively reduces the risk of serious injury during impact. This sturdy safety structure is complemented by front, side and curtain (front and rear) airbags. Front airbags come standard on every model and side and curtain airbags are available as of the entry grade.
Cost of ownership
The Toyota Aygo achieves excellent insurance classifications in Germany (15) and the UK (1E), which reflect its very reasonable repair costs.
The Toyota Aygo 1.0 VVT-i also features class-lowest, cumulative maintenance time after 100,000km: a remarkably low 4.2 hours. This means the servicing invoice will be kinder compared with rivals.
For added peace of mind, Toyota offers every new Aygo with a 3-year (or 100,000km - whichever comes first) pan-European warranty, something still unheard of from any other European competitor. The Toyota Aygo is also covered by a 12-year anti-rust warranty.
Excellent Toyota quality from Czech plant
According to independent surveys, Toyota Aygo customers are amongst the most satisfied in the A-segment. This stems largely from the careful attention Toyota pays to building the car in the first place.
In a joint venture with Peugeot and Citroën, Toyota manufactures the Aygo at a plant in Kolín, 60 kilometres east of the Czech Republic capital of Prague.
The plant is jointly owned by PSA Peugeot Citroën and Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC), and produces three small cars on a common platform: the Citroën C1, the Peugeot 107 and the Toyota Aygo.
Established in March 2002, the plant is the fruit of a successful cooperation project that allowed two global carmakers to combine their knowledge of product design, styling, production and supplier relationships, while learning from each other's corporate cultures, technologies and processes.
This led to an exchange of specific know-how: PSA Peugeot Citroën's knowledge of small cars in Europe and its expertise in purchasing activities; and TMC's skill in development, manufacturing and production processes.
The target production capacity of the plant is 340,000 vehicles per year, roughly divided equally between the Toyota Aygo, the Citroën C1, and the Peugeot 107.