Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) is reportedly planning to launch face-lifted version of the Etios sedan and Liva hatchback in the upcoming festive season. Ahead of the arrival, current version of both the vehicles are available at discounted prices.
Dealerships in Mumbai are giving discounts of up to Rs. 15,000 for the Etios sedan. In Delhi, discount of Rs. 12,500 being offered on the Etios and Rs. 10,000 on Liva, reports the Financial Express. The car-maker is expected to start bookings for the new version soon. With the price cut, dealers are clearing the current stock of the Etios and Liva, the slow sellers in TKM's stable.
Toyota recently unveiled the face-lifted version of the Etios and Liva in Brazilian market. The company has copiously reworked the face of the sedan, hatchback duo. It now features a new V-shaped grille with chrome and black honeycomb inserts. The bumper has been reworked to include more black-coloured areas, which makes it more attractive as compared to the previous bland design. There aren't many changes on the sides, except the side skirts and new 15-inch diamond cut alloy wheels.
The rear has been updated with tweaked bumper and integrated spoiler. The interior features an all-black cabin and a piano black finished centre console. The centrally mounted instrument cluster has been given a digital display. There is no confirmation on when India will get the same face-lifted version. Yet, the India-spec is expected to features design changes in line with the Brazilian spec.
Powertrains on the Etios sedan as well as Liva hatchback are expected to continue without changes. The sedan is sold with 1.5-litre petrol and 1.4-litre diesel engine options, while the Liva comes with 1.2-litre petrol and the 1.4-litre diesel engine options.
