Toyota Taisor S Manual Variant: A Detailed Look at Features and Price
The Toyota Taisor (also referred to as Tyota TZ or Toyota Ter in the transcript) is making waves, closely resembling the Maruti Fronx (Maruti FS or Maruti Frogs). This article provides a comprehensive overview of the Toyota Taisor S manual transmission variant, its features, and pricing details.
Key and Pricing Overview
The Toyota Taisor comes with a remote central locking key featuring lock and unlock buttons and the Toyota branding. The design is very similar to its Maruti counterpart, with only the logo being different.
The Taisor is available in four variants: E (base), S (the one covered here), G, and V (top model). A CNG option is also available for buyers.
The base model, XM, starts at ₹7,74,000 (ex-showroom). The S manual transmission variant discussed here is priced at ₹8,60,000 (ex-showroom). The on-road price for this S variant in Lucknow is approximately ₹9,86,000.
For those considering finance, an example suggests that with a down payment of ₹1,86,000 and financing ₹8,00,000 for 5 years at 9.5% interest, the estimated monthly EMI would be around ₹16,800. Opting for a CNG variant would add approximately ₹1,00,000 to ₹1,10,000 to the petrol variant’s price.
Exterior Design and Dimensions
The Toyota Taisor boasts a striking exterior. The front features a large Toyota logo, a chrome strip, and a black front grille. It includes parking lights, with DRLs available in higher variants. Projector headlamps and parking light indicators are also part of the setup. A tow hook option, a black lower grille, and a grey finish skid plate complete the front. The car offers a ground clearance of 190 mm.
From the side, the Toyota Taisor presents a sleek profile with dual wipers and washers. It comes with a 3-year or 1 lakh km warranty, which is extendable. This variant has grey finish wheel covers, while alloy wheels are available in higher trims. It is equipped with front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. The tires are 195/60 R16 Bridgestone. Black body cladding runs along the side. The ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors) are electrically adjustable and can be folded from inside, also integrating turn indicators. The A-pillar is body-colored, and the B-pillar is black. Body-colored door handles are standard. The fuel tank capacity is 37 liters for petrol. Black roof rails are also seen.
The rear profile of the Toyota Taisor is broad and strongly resembles the Maruti Fronx. It features connected tail lights, although only a part of them illuminate in the S variant, including the indicators. Full illumination is available in higher variants. A defogger, a high-mount stop lamp, and a shark fin antenna are present. The badging reads “Urban Cruiser Taisor”. Horizontal reflectors and four reverse parking sensors are integrated into the rear bumper. A wide skid plate and the ‘S’ variant badging are also visible.
In terms of dimensions, the Toyota Taisor measures 3995 mm in length, 1765 mm in width, and 1550 mm in height. The wheelbase is 2520 mm.
Interior Comfort and Features
The interior of the Toyota Taisor S variant offers a dual-tone door trim in black and brown, with a fabric touch on some parts and hard plastic. The door opener is black. Each door has speakers, bottle holders, and some extra storage space. The seats are made of fabric and feature ISOFIX child seat mounts. The rear seats offer a 60:40 split.
Inside, this S variant does not include rear AC vents, but it has a 12V charging outlet and some storage space. The dashboard design is similar to the Maruti Fronx or Baleno. Legroom, knee room, and thigh support are adequate. A grab handle and a yellow roof light are provided. There is no sunroof option. The rear features three adjustable headrests, with the middle one being slightly smaller. Three-point seatbelts are available for all passengers. There is no rear armrest. A slight floor hump is present.
The front door trim mirrors the rear, with black and brown tones, featuring soft-touch and hard plastic elements. It includes controls for all four power windows, door lock/unlock buttons, and ORVM adjustment and folding controls. Speakers, a bottle holder, and extra storage are also in the doors. The driver’s seat has a recline option. The car has ABC pedals and a dead pedal. Levers for opening the bonnet and fuel cap are located inside. Traction control switch, idle start/stop button, and headlamp leveling adjustment are also provided.
The steering wheel features a prominent Toyota logo and controls for audio and telephony (Bluetooth, modes, mute). The instrument cluster, similar to Maruti’s, displays an RPM meter, speedometer (marked up to 220 km/h), and a multi-information display showing range, mileage, trip details, audio info, and temperature bars. Manual controls for headlamps and wipers are available.
The center console is equipped with a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and USB connectivity. This variant does not come with a company-fitted reverse parking camera, which would need to be installed as an accessory. A hazard light switch and black AC vents are present. The dashboard design uses a mix of black, grey, dark brown, and light brown trims. The center console has grey inserts. Automatic climate control is a standard feature from the base model, allowing adjustment of fan speed, temperature, and airflow. Below the AC controls, there’s a Type-C USB port and a 12V charging outlet. Two glass holders are conveniently placed. The car features a 5-speed manual transmission, with an automatic option also available. A handbrake is provided. The glove box offers space for documents and other items. The IRVM (Inside Rear View Mirror) is manually adjustable. A yellow roof light and a microphone are located overhead. The passenger sun visor includes a vanity mirror, while the driver’s side is plain.
Engine Performance
The Toyota Taisor offers petrol-only engine options, with a CNG bi-fuel option also available. The S variant comes with a 1.2-liter four-cylinder petrol engine. This engine delivers 88 bhp of power and 113 Nm of torque, with a claimed mileage of 20-21 kmpl.
For higher variants, a 1.0-liter turbo petrol engine is available. This turbo engine produces 98 bhp of power and 147 Nm of torque, offering a claimed mileage of 20 kmpl. If opting for the CNG variant, the power figures will be slightly lower, but it can deliver an impressive mileage of up to 28 kmpl. The engine bay includes insulation under the bonnet, a washer fluid reservoir, and a battery compartment.
Safety Features
The Toyota Taisor is equipped with several safety features to ensure passenger security. These include:
- ABS with EBD
- 12 airbags (as stated in the transcript)
- Reverse parking sensors
- Reverse parking camera (not available in S variant as standard)
- Speed system (speed alert)
- Seatbelt warning
- Engine immobilizer
- Crash sensor
This detailed overview of the Toyota Taisor S manual variant highlights its features, design, performance, and pricing, making it easier for potential buyers to understand what this compact SUV/crossover offers.
