Japanese automaker Toyota has been successful with the Corolla Altis and the Innova Crysta in India, however the other models from the company’s line-up like the Etios and Liva have failed in generating big numbers. Ahead of its facelift debut in October this year, the company is offering discounts on the current Etios and Livos models.
The facelift model which was recently showcased in Brazil is expected to regenerate customer interest post its launch in India later this year. Mumbai dealers are offering discounts of up to Rs 15,000, whereas dealerships in Delhi are offering discount of about Rs 12,000 – Rs 13,000 on the Etios and about Rs 10,000 on the Liva. The new facelift models will continue to be powered by existing engine options, while changes will be restricted to cosmetic upgrades.
In terms of fresh upgrades, the facelift models will get newly designed radiator grilles and dual tone bumper with new fog lamp housing. The rear section will also get mild cosmetic upgrades. The Brazil-spec model featured 15-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, side skirts and boot-lid integrated spoiler, and it is to be seen if the model in India will also get similar upgrades. Inside, the models will get premium upholstery with new multi-function steering wheel and cruise control. The analogue cluster will be replaced with an all-digital layout. The dashboard will get a modern touchscreen infotainment system with navigation.
Under the hood, the Liva will be powered by the 1.2-litre petrol engine which generates 79bhp of power and 104Nm of torque, while the Etios on the other hand gets a 1.5-litre petrol engine which generates 89bhp of power and 132Nm of torque. Both the models get a 1.4-litre diesel engine which generates 67bhp of power and 170Nm of torque.
