A couple of days ago, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) announced through its official Facebook page, that it will launch a new model on July 25, 2020. The company posted a teaser poster with the tagline: “Ready to level up?”
Are you ready to level up?
As a result, many people were excited, and we’re firing out guesses as to what TMP was launching. Later on, we found out that it’s going to be a facelifted 2020 Toyota Vios, thanks to our colleagues from Carguide.ph who got several leaked photos from an anonymous tipster.
Yep, it's very reminiscent of the Toyota Corolla Altis.
Now there are three photos, one each for the entry-level variant, the mid-tier trim, and the top trim. The top trim, just like a lot of other top-of-the-line models nowadays, have eschewed using chrome, and instead adorned with a glossy blacked-out grille. It also has LED headlights, and that’s something that the Toyota Vios didn’t have before. The mid-trim, on the other hand, appears to be riding on alloys wheels, while the entry-level trim features a matte black, obviously plastic version of the new, sporty-looking front end.
Note the gloss black grille and the chrome strip
With regards to the overall shape of the front fascia, all three look like they’re sporting a design which is quite a departure from the currently available Toyota Vios. Gone is the bulbous, “joker” like grin, and instead, as far as the leaked photos go, the new look is something more akin to the Toyota Corolla Altis, thanks to the facelifted Vios’ wider grille, and wider lower bumper.
All in all, the facelifted Toyota Vios is much more angular looking than ever before, and we can even say that its new design is more in line with the currently prevalent Toyota design language.
A look from the side at the facelifted Vios
When it comes to specs, nothing has been revealed yet, but we’re guessing that this facelifted 2020 Toyota Vios will use the same engine and transmission options fitted to the current model.
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Know more about Toyota Vios 2024
Competing in the subcompact sedan segment, the Toyota Vios 2023 is the top sales contributor for the Japanese automaker. The price for the Toyota Vios in the Philippines ranges from PHP 732,000 to PHP 1,055,000. A total of 7 Toyota Vios variants are offered, with the top-of-the-line Vios GR-S variant coming with a tag of PHP 1,055,000. Two engine options are available in the range, which can be connected to either a 5-speed manual or continuously variable transmission (CVT). Dimensions-wise, the subcompact sedan spans 4,425 mm in length, 1,730 mm in width, and 1,475 mm in height. The main rivals of the Toyota vehicle include the Honda City, Mitsubishi Mirage G4, and Nissan Almera.
The Toyota Vios is not only the best-selling model in the Japanese automaker's lineup, but the entire Philippine market. It serves as a reliable subcompact sedan for those who are looking for a daily driver. Also, the Vios is proudly Philippine-assembled which supports Filipino automotive workers. Now, the vehicle is competing in its respective class head high using the refreshed body released by Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) in the country last 2020.
₱ 732,000 - ₱ 1,055,000
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