TOYOTA Aygo 5 Doors
Generations Timeline, Specs and Pictures
Designed as a city car, the Aygo was redesigned for 2018.
The small vehicle built in the Czech Republic competed with the VW Up and the i10, however, it looked the most fun if you ask me.
Available in a 3-door or a 5-door configuration, the Aygo was a very light vehicle with its weight below 1000 kg.
The redesigned front kept the X shape, and added more 3D effect. The side of the Aygo gave the impression of a flying roof.
At the back, the iconic shape was kept, however, the taillights were refreshed.
The Aygo came with standard 15-inch aluminum wheels that had a funky design.
One engine variant was available for the Aygo, a 1.0-liter 3-cylinder engine that developed 72 hp, 3 hp more than the previous model.
The engine was mated to either a manual or an automatic gearbox.
The Aygo’s cabin was mostly made with hard plastics that had a good finish, not giving the impression of a cheap car, even if it was not an expensive vehicle.
The interior was rather retro-funky, with some elements fitting the car’s exterior color. The nice looking fabric seats had integrated head restraints, more like in a sportier car.
The steering wheel was height-adjustable only and it moved with the cluster as well.
Optionally, a foldable roof with a wide opening could be added to the package.
The Aygo was equipped with keyless entry, Apple CarPlay, USB ports, a 12V power outlet and an optional rear-view camera.
The Japanese version of the triplets Peugeot 108 – Citroen C1 – Toyota Aygo received a different look on the outside, inspired by the Gundam style or the manga cartoon Astro Boy.
The 2014 Aygo was increased compared with its predecessor by 25 mm (1”) to make more room for the rear passengers. The front seats had been lowered and the driver had 7 mm (0.3”) more headroom. The main theme design was the X-letter. On the front side, the lower bumper and the grille formed a trapeze that was visually extended into an X that went all the way over the short hood to the A-pillars. An optional 15” set of light-alloy wheels were offered as an option to complement the black X-mark from the front of the vehicle.
Inside, the Aygo was roomy enough for four passengers and a small trunk that could have been extended by folding the rear seats. In front, the two passengers stood very close to each other. The options list for the Aygo was big, including a 7” inch multimedia system with mirror link for the smartphone.
The engine was the 3-cylinder one-liter displacement unit. Its 68 hp was enough to drive the small car in and around towns. It was mated to a 5-speed manual transmission or to a 5-speed automated version that also allowed a completely automatic mode, besides the sequential shift from the paddles behind the steering wheel.
It seemed that the Yaris’ days as the smallest Toyota were coming to an end in 2005.
Unveiled at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show, the Toyota Aygo was a small city car.
Toyota partnered with Peugeot and Citroen they built three different models based on the same platform, sharing and lowering costs at the same time.
The main differences between the Peugeot 107, the Citroen C1, and the Toyota Aygo were the badge, the rear side windows, the steering wheel, the front, and the rear design.
The Toyota Aygo was available as 3-door or a 5-door body style, the 5-door version was identical to the 3-door, but with an additional set of tiny doors at the rear to ensure easier access to the rear seats.
Design as a city car, the Aygo was fitted with a 1.0-liter 3-cylinder engine that developed 68 hp. One year later, Toyota added to the range a 1.4-liter unit with 54 hp. Regardless of the engine chosen, the customers enjoyed a low fuel consumption.
Inside, the Aygo looked pretty funky with a minimalist instrument panel that gave the Aygo a very modern appearance.
Finding the suitable driving position was easy with the steering column that was both reach and rake adjustable, while the speedometer binnacle moved along with the wheel.
While small, the front occupants were offered ample headroom and legroom. The rear seat passengers seating behind taller front occupants did not have as much room, but children would’ve been just fine.