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The Vitz (also known as Yaris and Echo) is a popular line of hatchback subcompacts produced by Toyota that has been marketed in over 70 countries around the world since 1998. Because of the current market trend favoring small cars with high fuel economy, subcompacts enjoy a large fan base. You can find a Toyota Vitz for sale in used cars being sold by Japanese exporters, but which one should you get? Take a look at the three generations of this model to help you decide. Toyota’s vision to produce the ideal small car was embodied in the Vitz, a little package that is nonetheless big on efficiency. Toyota’s goal for the model was to achieve 20km/L of fuel efficiency; to do this they had to do three things: develop a highly efficient power unit; reduce the vehicle’s weight; and decrease the running resistance. The design and engineering team achieved all of this, coming up with a model that established a benchmark for subcompacts from then on. 1998-2005 The first generation of the Vitz was identified as the XP10 series and sold as the Toyota Yaris in Europe and Echo in Australia, Canada, and parts of Asia. A Toyota Vitz for sale among used cars in Japan is a good buy for its lightweight, low-consumption 1-liter (1SZ-FE) engine. This is one little engine that could! The combustion efficiency is improved due to the compact combustion chambers and reduced friction losses. The more compact and slimmer components and its high-rigidity body make the Vitz small and truly lightweight. It was available in either a 3- or 5-door body with either 4-speed automatic (Super ECT) or 5-speed manual transmission. In 2000 it was chosen as the Japanese Car of the Year and the European Car of the Year as well. 2005-present Named the XP90 series, the second generation of the Vitz was fully redesigned. It improved on the previous generation’s exterior design and functions. For improved safety, the platform was renewed; for more space for passengers and cargo; the body was enlarged. The seats may be arranged to provide more space for storage. The brakes and suspension systems were designed anew to make for an invigorating driving experience and comfortable ride. The models in this generation have been equipped with Super CVT-I for a linear acceleration and smooth driving feel. Safety features were also improved; the front seats have been designed with the WIL or Whiplash Injury Lessening concept, making a Toyota Vitz for sale in used cars stocks one of the safest cars in the world. 2010-present The third generation, XP130 series is an improvement in all aspects of the Vitz, from engine efficiency to styling; and from safety to environmentally-friendly features. The new Vitz has a fuel efficiency of 26.5 km/L, making it at par with larger cars’ performance. Its new, sharper styling improved the car’s aerodynamic performance, lessening drag and therefore conserving more fuel. All third-generation Vitz units are 5-door hatchbacks with UV-reducing front door glass. The RS model is the only one of the series with manual transmission; all the rest have CVT. The Vitz is the second top-selling car in Japan in 2010 after the Prius and so it is also one of the bestselling pre-owned cars today. Get your own Toyota Vitz; find one for sale in used cars listings from Japanese exporters such as tradecarview.
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