Toyota Launches New Verso MPV 2.2 D-CAT 150 with Automatic Transmission

The new Toyota Verso MPV range in the UK has been updated with the introduction of a 2.2 D-CAT 150 diesel engine coupled to a six-speed automatic transmission that was also recently launched on the Avensis. The 2.2-liter turbocharged four-cylinder diesel unit produces an output of 150 horsepower at 3,600rpm and maximum torque of 340Nm available from 2,000rpm. Acceleration from rest to 62mph comes in 10.1 seconds, official combined cycle fuel economy is 41.5mpg UK (34.6 mpg US or 6.8 lt / 100km) and CO2 emissions are 178g/km.

The seven-seater MPV with the 2.2 D-CAT 150 is available in the UK in Verso TR and T Spirit grades with both versions fitted as standard with 17-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels. Prices have been set at £20,835 for the TR, £22,265 for the T Spirit.

Geneva Show: New Toyota Verso 7-Seater MPV fully Revealed

The third-generation model of Toyota's compact people-carrier, the Verso, was officially unveiled in Geneva. Even though you may easily mistake the 7-seater MPV for the outgoing model due to Toyota's ultra conservative evolutionary approach, the new Verso is 70mm longer and 20mm wider than its predecessor. The completely redesigned interior that now features a centrally located instrument panel comes with more space and an improved Easy Flat-7 folding system for the five rear seats that is easier to operate.

When the new Verso goes on sale across Europe this spring, it will be offered with a five-engine lineup that includes three diesel units, the 126HP 2.0-liter D-4D and 150HP and 177HP versions of the 2.2-liter D-4D, and two petrol units, the 132HP 1.6-liter and 145HP 1.8-liter Valvematic engines.

Early Reveal for New Toyota Verso Seven-Seater MPV

It may take you a minute or two to notice it, but what you are looking at is the new generation Toyota Verso minivan that will make its world debut in Geneva next week. With the exception of the Avensis-inspired front-end, the Verso MPV's styling is extremely evolutionary, to the point that we had to cross check the photo with the current model. Underneath the skin, Toyota's compact-sized minivan that will take on the likes of the VW Touran and Renault Scenic, continues to offer seating for seven arranged in three rows of seats.

Despite the styling similarities, the new Verso has actually grown in dimensions being 70mm longer and 20mm wider than the outgoing model. The engine range will include Toyota's latest 1.6- and 1.8-liter Valvematic petrol units with outputs of 132HP and 145HP respectively as well as two diesel options, the 126-horsepower 2.0-liter D-4D and the 177HP 2.2-liter D-CAT 180. Sales are expected to start in Europe this spring.

Via: Worldcarfans