Toyota and Suzuki’s global partnership has been quite beneficial for both companies in the Indian automobile market. The collaboration has resulted in a significant market share and improved brand value for both partners. Under this partnership, Toyota has launched re-badged versions of Maruti models in recent years, leading to a substantial increase in sales for the company. The re-badged version of Maruti Baleno, known as Toyota Glanza, has seen significant sales in the market.
Now, there are reports that Toyota is preparing to launch a re-badged version of the Maruti Baleno-based crossover, Frox, in the market. It is speculated that this re-badged version may be called “Toyota Taisor” and is expected to be launched in the first half of next year.
The Toyota Taisor is expected to offer similar features to the Frox, including 1-liter turbo petrol booster jet (100PS/148NM) and 1.2-liter Dualjet petrol (90PS/113NM) engine options. It is reported that the turbo petrol engine will come with 5-speed manual and 6-speed automatic gearboxes. The vehicle is also expected to offer features such as a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, semi-digital instrument console with color MID, head-up display, wireless phone charger, cruise control, and automatic climate control.
In terms of safety, the Toyota Taisor is expected to feature 6 airbags, electronic stability program, hill-hold assist, 360-degree camera, ISOFIX child seat anchors, and ABS with EBD. The re-badged crossover is anticipated to enhance Toyota’s presence in the Indian automobile market and further strengthen its global partnership with Suzuki.
, the collaboration between Toyota and Suzuki has proven to be advantageous, and the launch of Toyota Taisor is expected to further solidify their partnership and strengthen their foothold in the Indian automobile market.
Summery:
1. Toyota and Suzuki have formed a global partnership, benefiting both companies in the Indian vehicle market.
2. The partnership has resulted in successful rebranded versions of Maruti models, such as Glanza and upcoming rebadged version of Baleno-based crossover Frox.
3. The new Toyota Taisor may offer similar engines as Frox, including 1L turbo petrol and 1.2L dual-jet petrol options.
4. Expected features of Toyota Taisor include a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless connectivity, digital instrument console, head-up display, wireless phone charger, cruise control, and automatic climate control, along with safety features like 6 airbags, electronic stability program, hill-hold assist, 360-degree camera, and more.
5. The launch of Toyota Taisor is anticipated within the first half of the coming year.
