The third generation of Toyota’s multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) the Verso has made its world debut in the lead-up to the Geneva Motor Show which runs from March 5-15.
The vehicle promises that there is no compromise between power and boosting its environmental image as it manages to both increase torque and fuel efficiency, while lowering emissions.
The Verso takes the strong visual appeal of the vehicle it replaces to new levels with a more dynamic design and greater levels of comfort. It combines practicality and safety with reliability. The interior is all new with more space and comfort as well as an Easy Flat-7 folding system for the five rear seats that are easy to operate. It also has a five-star Euro NCAP crash test rating.
Thanks to the introduction of Toyota Optimal Drive Technology, the vehicle has increased engine power by up to 20 per cent while at the same time drives down fuel economy and emissions by around 12 per cent. In the UK it will be offered with new 1.6 and 1.8 Valvematic petrol engines which will have a class-leading combination of power and CO2 emissions.
According to Masato Katsumata, chief engineer of the new Verso, the design should hold direct appeal to European customers.
“In developing new Verso we gave it an exterior design that expresses sportiness and stability, and a fresh new interior with excellent convenience and attention to detail,” he said. “We also pursued a high level of comfort and usefulness that we believe will be appreciated by European owners.
“(The) new Verso has a wide range of interior storage points and user-friendly flexibility that allow it to respond easily to the varying needs of different owners. Handling performance has been enhanced and, with support from our European engineering teams, the vehicle has been fine-tuned to ensure it gives stable and smooth performance on every type of European road.”
