Toyota Aqua Crossover I (facelift 2017) 1.5 (74 Hp) e-CVT
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Toyota Aqua:
The Toyota Aqua is a full hybrid electric subcompact/supermini hatchback manufactured and marketed by Toyota since 2011. The nameplate is exclusive to the Japanese domestic market, as the vehicle was exported to overseas markets as the Prius c, leveraging the popularity of the Prius hybrid car nameplate and marketed as the smaller alternative to the Prius liftback.
The Aqua is considered the most successful nameplate launch in Japan in the last 20 years. As of January 2017, the Aqua/Prius c is the second highest-selling Toyota hybrid model after the regular Prius, with 1,380,100 units sold worldwide. Japan as Aqua's market leader has sold 1,154,500 units of the model through January 2017. The Aqua was the best-selling car in Japan for three years in a row, from 2013 to 2015....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Crossover I (facelift 2017) Overview:
Toyota Aqua (Crossover I (facelift 2017)). With 111 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1100 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
The 1.5L hybrid system with 74 Hp (ICE) provides smooth, sufficient power for city driving and comfortable cruising. While not built for speed, its electric motor torque aids initial acceleration, making it nimble in urban traffic.
Fuel Economy
Outstanding fuel economy is the hallmark of this powertrain, achieving an impressive 2.9 l/100 km. The FHEV system intelligently switches between electric and petrol modes, making it incredibly efficient for daily commutes.
Best Use Case:
City
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional fuel economy (2.9 l/100 km)
- • Proven Toyota hybrid reliability and durability
- • Compact and agile for urban environments
- • Smooth e-CVT transmission
- • Low running costs
Cons:
- • Modest acceleration, especially on highways
- • Interior materials can feel basic
- • Limited cargo space compared to some rivals
- • Not directly tested by Euro NCAP
- • Engine can be noisy under hard acceleration
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Aqua |
| Generation: | Crossover I (facelift 2017) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (74 Hp) e-CVT |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | July, 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | FHEV (Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 74 Hp @ 4800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 49.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 111 Nm @ 3600-4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1NZ-FXE |
| Engine displacement: | 1496 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | VVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.7 l |
| Coolant: | 4.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84.7 mm mm |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 2.9 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.9 kg/Hp, 67.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.9 kg/Nm, 100.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1100 |
| Max. weight: | 1375 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 36 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4060 mm mm |
| Width: | 1715 mm mm |
| Height: | 1500 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2550 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1465 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 170 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.8 m |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the front wheels of the car with the ability to work in full electric or mixed mode. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | e-CVT |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/60 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 15 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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| Rear suspension | Torsion |
| Electric: |
| Battery technology: | Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) |
| Electric motor power: | 61 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 169 Nm |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| Electric motor model/code: | 1LM |
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