2019 Toyota Auris first view
Toyota could’ve quite easily used Brexit as an excuse to shift Auris production out of the UK. However, despite uncertainties surrounding future trading arrangements with the rest of Europe, the company has confirmed that the third-generation model will be built at the Burnaston plant in Derbyshire.
The new Auris is also significant for two other reasons.
Firstly, it’s based on the Toyota New Global Architecture platform. While this benefits both the engineering and manufacturing processes, driving dynamics are claimed to be better too thanks to a more rigid body, a lower centre of gravity and a multi-link rear suspension set-up.
Secondly, Toyota has adopted a radical powertrain strategy (which doesn’t include a diesel option). Although a conventional 1.2 litre turbocharged petrol engine is going to be offered, a pair of petrol-electric hybrid systems is expected to account for the majority of sales.
Full specifications have yet to be announced, but the 1.8 litre version has an output of 120 bhp (90 kW / 122 PS). Upgrading to the 2.0 litre alternative sees that figure rise to 177 bhp (132 kW / 180 PS). Perhaps surprisingly, neither has an external recharging facility, so they won’t be eligible for the current Plug-in Car Grant.
Deliveries of the 2019 Auris are due to begin early next year.
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The new Auris is also significant for two other reasons.
Firstly, it’s based on the Toyota New Global Architecture platform. While this benefits both the engineering and manufacturing processes, driving dynamics are claimed to be better too thanks to a more rigid body, a lower centre of gravity and a multi-link rear suspension set-up.
Secondly, Toyota has adopted a radical powertrain strategy (which doesn’t include a diesel option). Although a conventional 1.2 litre turbocharged petrol engine is going to be offered, a pair of petrol-electric hybrid systems is expected to account for the majority of sales.
Full specifications have yet to be announced, but the 1.8 litre version has an output of 120 bhp (90 kW / 122 PS). Upgrading to the 2.0 litre alternative sees that figure rise to 177 bhp (132 kW / 180 PS). Perhaps surprisingly, neither has an external recharging facility, so they won’t be eligible for the current Plug-in Car Grant.
Deliveries of the 2019 Auris are due to begin early next year.
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