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Toyota Porte II 1.5i (109 Hp) CVT-i
Overall Rating
Toyota Porte:
The Toyota Porte , the plural Italian word for "door", is a mini MPV produced by the Japanese automaker Toyota from 2004 to 2020 that features an electric-powered sliding door on the passenger side, similar in approach to the Isis. The driver's door is of the conventional swing-open type.
The Porte was introduced in July 2004, available only in Japan, and therefore only produced with right-hand drive. The Porte is based on the first generation Vitz subcompact car and is made in 4-seater and 5-seater versions....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Toyota Porte (II). With 136 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1170 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.
The Toyota Porte II was primarily designed for the Japanese domestic market and has not undergone Euro NCAP crash testing. Therefore, no official Euro NCAP safety rating is available for this generation.
1.5i (109 Hp) CVT-i Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.5i (109 Hp) engine, paired with the CVT-i, offers adequate performance for city driving and comfortable cruising on highways. It's not designed for spirited driving but provides smooth, linear acceleration suitable for its purpose.
Fuel Economy
With urban consumption around 6.9 l/100 km and extra-urban at 5 l/100 km, this FWD variant delivers commendable fuel economy for a compact hatchback, making it an economical choice for daily commuting.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent interior space and practicality for its compact size
- • Unique power sliding door offers superb access in tight spaces
- • Renowned Toyota reliability and low maintenance costs
- • Good fuel economy, especially the FWD variant
- • Easy to maneuver and park in urban environments
Cons:
- • Performance is adequate but not engaging or sporty
- • Interior materials are functional but lack premium feel
- • Limited availability outside of the Japanese domestic market
- • Basic suspension setup can feel firm over rough roads
- • Exterior styling is polarizing, prioritizing function over form
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2004 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Porte |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5i (109 Hp) CVT-i |
| Start of production: | July, 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 109 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 72.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 136 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1NZ-FE [Same engine] More details about the engine 1NZ-FE |
| 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: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.7 l |
| Coolant: | 5 l |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.7 kg/Hp, 93.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.6 kg/Nm, 116.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1170 |
| Max. weight: | 1445 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3995 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Height: | 1690 mm mm [30mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2600 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1485 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1475 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 135 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.0 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT-i |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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