Interior space is maximised through the inside-out approach, offering a flat rear passenger floor and high window surfaces. Based on completely new platform, Auris has an overall length of 4220mm and a long wheelbase, 2600mm, resulting in excellent stability and ride comfort - along with optimum passenger space. An overall height of 1515mm and width of 1760mm contribute to the spacious interior and the stable, but sporty look.

The model range of Auris will cover the full extent of current and future C-segment hatchback demand in Europe. Auris will be available in 3 and 5 doors hatchback body type with a choice of two petrol engines, a 1.4 VVT-i and 1.6 Dual VVT-i, and three diesel engines, 1.4 D-4D, 2.0 D-4D and 2.2 D-4D Clean Power. All engines meet Euro IV emissions standards.

The new 1.6-litre petrol engine will feature a dual VVT-i system, delivering a highly efficient combustion process. The Dual variable valve timing (VVT-i) allows to simultaneously achieve better fuel efficiency while increasing power.

The 2.0-litre D-4D 125 will be available with Toyota's advanced 'self-cleaning' diesel particulate filter (DPF) while the 2.2 D-4D 180 Clean Power will feature the unique Toyota D-CAT technology which reduces NOx and particulate emissions at the same time.

There will also be a wide choice of gearboxes for Auris with a six-speed manual transmission as standard equipment on the 2.0 D-4D and 2.2 D-4D engines. A new MultiMode transmission with paddle shift will be optional on 1.4 D-4D and 1.6 VVT-i engines.

Auris will be manufactured in Europe, emphasising Toyota's commitment to its localisation strategy "of building cars close to where they are sold". All European production facilities operate to the same high quality standards under the global label 'Made by Toyota'.

The new Toyota Auris will be revealed in Europe at the Bologna Motor Show on December 5, 2006 and will go on sale across Europe in spring 2007. Sales of Auris in Japan will start on October 23, 2006.

Toyota Auris embodies the way forward for Toyota in Europe.

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