Unique little commuter
The Aygo is overshadowed by the Etios but has a lot to offer in terms of style, spec and Toyota peace-of-mind. The little city car recently had an extensive makeover which puts it in-line with all other offerings in the A-segment.
THE Aygo is overshadowed by the other small hatch in Toyota’s line-up, the Etios, but truth is the Aygo offers just as much car for your money.
It was recently given a makeover and fittingly the new look Aygo was launched at the Red Bull X-Fighters event held at the Union Buildings in Pretoria.
A prominent X-motif in the front grille which extends upwards to the A-pillar and side mirrors gives the car a unique identity.
The five-door hatch exudes a sporty, youthful and energetic image.
Under the bonnet the Aygo packs a 51kW 1.0-litre three-cylinder engine with the best thermal properties in its class.
A fuel economy figure of only 4.4-litres to 100km in the combined cycle makes the Aygo a fuel saver.
The new Aygo also sports some great specs, boasting standard features such as touch-screen audio display, Bluetooth functionality, auto-door lock, front power windows, air-conditioning and a full suite of safety kit.
Three derivatives are available with two sporting two-tone paint jobs in the form of either a black- or silver roof.
The range kicks off at R141 700 for ‘normal’ Aygo and R144 100 for both black and silver roofed cars.
Specification levels in all three models are the same.
A 3-year/100 000km warranty is standard with a service plan being optional.
