The Toyota Aygo – now in its 2ndgeneration, was launched back in 2015. However, in 2018 it underwentsome design tweaks and received more features.The aesthetic updates incorporatelarger projector-typeheadlamps with LED daytime running lights, as well asnew-look tail lamps.
The cabin features 1-piece moulded bucket seats with multi-tone fabric,a combination of black and dark grey dashboard plastics (with a smattering ofexterior-colour-coded panels), as well as a leather-trimmed multifunction steering wheel and gear lever.
The 2018 Toyota Aygo comes with a slick infotainment system which features USB, Aux and Bluetooth.
Although the Aygo is a budget-orientedoffering, all versions have atouchscreen audio system with USB andauxiliary audioinputs and Bluetooth connectivity,a trip computer, electric windows (front), remote central locking, power-adjustable side mirrors, air-conand a 12Vpower socket.
In terms of safety systems, the diminutive Toyota comes with ABS with brake assist, plus (since 2018) vehicle stability control and hill-assist control.There is a total of 4 airbags (dual front and side), ISOfixchild-seat mounts and 3-point seatbelts with force limiters and pre-tensioners.
Although the Aygo's cabin is less than luxurious, the leather-trimmed steering wheel and gear knob addan upmarket feel.
Compared with the 2015-spec cars, the engine now offers a tiny bit more power, 2 kW more in fact. For the record, the engine is a 1.0-litre naturally-aspirated 3-cylinder petrol engine, but it now pushes out 53 kW and 93 Nm. Despite the tiny increase in power, fuel economy has decreased and now sits at 4.3 L/100 km. Toyota claims that the noise, vibration and harshness have also been reduced, resulting in a quieter drive.
The 5-door range begins with the simply-named Aygo entry-level derivative,followed by the dual-tone X-Play Black, while the previously offered X-Play Silverhas been replaced by anew X-Clusivderivative, which is available exclusively in Black with silver-colouredexterior accents (fog lamps are standard). The interior features a combination of Quartz Grey and Piano Black interior trims, whilethe door handles have a chrome-plated look.
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Flagship X-Cite versions featurepower-retractable canvas sunroofs and 15-inch alloy wheels, whereas the lesser models ride on 14-inch wheels. Whereas the X-Cite Black features a more traditional black folding roof, Toyota now also offers buyers the option of a vibrant orange-hued canvas top, which canbe paired with any of the 6 exterior colours (White, Silver, Ash Grey, Cherry Red, Caribbean Blue or Black) at no extra cost.
All Aygo models come standard with a 3-year/100 000 kilometre warranty. A range of service plans is available for purchase from Toyota dealer.
Aygo R171 900
Aygo X-Play Black R174 200
Aygo X-Clusiv R174 800
Aygo X-Cite (Black roof) R198 900
Aygo X-Cite (Orange roof) R198 900
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