Toyota’s Vitz perfect for entry-level buyers
Compact, lightweight runabout
For a first car, there is no doubt that the Toyota Vitz is a proper piece of art .
Funky yellow, metallic dark blue, white, silver or red are the colours to choose from with the latest runabout from Toyota, designed to appeal to the over-18 first-time buyer looking to elevate their personal mobility to big boy status.
Your first car can be the beginning of a lifelong love affair with automobiles and motoring. For the start of such a journey, Toyota brings you the Vitz, designed specifically with the entry-level buyer in mind: Fuel economy, a solid service plan and at only a little over N$3 000 a month, insurance included - ultimately affordable.
This week, our own ‘Passenger Princess’ Diana Master, accompanied Pupkewitz Toyota sales executive Horst Hans on a test drive to see just what the Vitz’s appeal is.
Ease of use
This rare example of an entry-level car stacked with convenient modern technology did not disappoint. She particularly enjoyed the ease of use of the touch-screen display, the ergonomic, compact design of the cockpit – which conveniently locates all the buttons and knobs within easy reach of the driver – and the mirror at the front passenger seat.
Parking sensor assistance is only one of the many features built in and controllable via the touch screen, which can seamlessly communicate with your smartphone using Apple CarPlay or Auto Android.
Under the hood, the Vitz sports a frugal one-litre engine able to crank out 49kW of power and generate up to 131Nm of torque. Thanks to its balanced and lightweight body, the little engine could accelerate up to about 160 kmph, consuming only 4.4 litres of fuel per 100km.
The 14-inch rims also add to the cost-saving attitude of the Vitz, allowing for cheaper tyre replacement when needed, according to Hans.
Safety and affordability
According to him, the spare wheel saves space and the metal rim helps absorb the shock of a rear-end collision. He added that crumple zones on the Vitz are designed similarly to those on bigger Toyota vehicles, making it quite tough when it comes to saving lives.
Dual air bags are complemented by an ABS braking system and vehicle stability control.
Students who get to own a Vitz will be ecstatic about its two-year, or 30 000 km, service plan, which eliminates mechanic costs for the initial ownership period.
They are also sure to make the most of the ample 395 litres of boot space and will hopefully study the owner’s manual stored conveniently in the glove compartment. Plenty of head and leg room belie the otherwise accurate description of this compact town car.
Hans shared that Toyota asked for input from sales personnel worldwide before updating and improving the shape of the Vitz. With its soon-to-be-iconic profile, it’s bound to become a very familiar sight on local roads. Finding a bold ‘L’ stuck to the rear window may also become a common sight.
For a first car, there is no doubt that the Toyota Vitz is a proper piece of art - even if the memories may one day be a little over-sentimental. Kitsch and cute.
Your first car can be the beginning of a lifelong love affair with automobiles and motoring. For the start of such a journey, Toyota brings you the Vitz, designed specifically with the entry-level buyer in mind: Fuel economy, a solid service plan and at only a little over N$3 000 a month, insurance included - ultimately affordable.
This week, our own ‘Passenger Princess’ Diana Master, accompanied Pupkewitz Toyota sales executive Horst Hans on a test drive to see just what the Vitz’s appeal is.
Ease of use
This rare example of an entry-level car stacked with convenient modern technology did not disappoint. She particularly enjoyed the ease of use of the touch-screen display, the ergonomic, compact design of the cockpit – which conveniently locates all the buttons and knobs within easy reach of the driver – and the mirror at the front passenger seat.
Parking sensor assistance is only one of the many features built in and controllable via the touch screen, which can seamlessly communicate with your smartphone using Apple CarPlay or Auto Android.
Under the hood, the Vitz sports a frugal one-litre engine able to crank out 49kW of power and generate up to 131Nm of torque. Thanks to its balanced and lightweight body, the little engine could accelerate up to about 160 kmph, consuming only 4.4 litres of fuel per 100km.
The 14-inch rims also add to the cost-saving attitude of the Vitz, allowing for cheaper tyre replacement when needed, according to Hans.
Safety and affordability
According to him, the spare wheel saves space and the metal rim helps absorb the shock of a rear-end collision. He added that crumple zones on the Vitz are designed similarly to those on bigger Toyota vehicles, making it quite tough when it comes to saving lives.
Dual air bags are complemented by an ABS braking system and vehicle stability control.
Students who get to own a Vitz will be ecstatic about its two-year, or 30 000 km, service plan, which eliminates mechanic costs for the initial ownership period.
They are also sure to make the most of the ample 395 litres of boot space and will hopefully study the owner’s manual stored conveniently in the glove compartment. Plenty of head and leg room belie the otherwise accurate description of this compact town car.
Hans shared that Toyota asked for input from sales personnel worldwide before updating and improving the shape of the Vitz. With its soon-to-be-iconic profile, it’s bound to become a very familiar sight on local roads. Finding a bold ‘L’ stuck to the rear window may also become a common sight.
For a first car, there is no doubt that the Toyota Vitz is a proper piece of art - even if the memories may one day be a little over-sentimental. Kitsch and cute.
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