Toyota as a manufacturer is known for its SUVs. Globally, it produces several big and small SUVs. However, in India, the brand has been quite circumspect. But since partnering with Maruti, both brands have started exploring new segments. Their next target happens to be the coupe-SUV segment. In today’s article, let’s talk about unique Toyota SUV.
Toyota Fronx?
At the Auto Expo, Maruti unveiled the Fronx to the world. According to rumours, Toyota is planning to rebadge the Fronx. For context, the Fronx is based on the Baleno. Toyota already sells the rebadged Glanza, so it makes sense for Toyota to sell a rebadged version of the Fronx.
Unique Toyota SUV – What changes?
Like other rebadged cars, Toyota could change the exterior design. Toyota’s coupe SUV could get a front design similar to the Urban Cruiser HyRyder. So we could see eyebrow DRLs and a small grille. Other tweaks could include new bumpers and refreshed headlamps. The side profile should be more or less similar. Rear could see reworked taillamps and bumpers compared to the Fronx.
What could remain the same?
We can expect the same mechanical bits on Toyota’s derivative of the Fronx. Engine-specs-wise, we can expect a 1.2-litre K-series engine capable of producing 87bhp and 113Nm of torque. The second engine will be the 1.0-litre turbo petrol capable of producing 100bhp and 150Nm of torque. What about features? We could see wireless charging, 9.0-inch infotainment, ARKAMYs sound system etc similar to the Fronx.
Unique Toyota SUV – Launch timeline
For now, Maruti has only unveiled the Fronx and is yet to reveal its pricing. Maruti is expected to soon reveal the pricing. Once Maruti is done with the launch, we expect Toyota to spring into action and launch its derivative a few months later. With the expected pricing of Rs 10 lakhs, it will certainly become the most affordable option in Toyota’s portfolio.
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