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Toyota showcases new sedans in test drive

Published: 31 Dec 2013 - 01:54 pm | Last Updated: 28 Jan 2022 - 05:56 pm

Toyota conducted a test drive of its most popular sedans in Qatar in an initiative aimed at emphasising its “Fun to Drive” slogan to showcase the enjoyment factor of its products. 
Abdullah Abdulghani & Bros Co (AAB), agents for Toyota, organised the Toyota Sedan Test drive for selected media representatives in Doha.
The Toyota Passenger car lineup has been totally revamped this year, they have launched three new models in the sedan segment — Avalon flagship of Toyota, brand new Yaris in the small segment, and the 11th generation of the popular Corolla. 
“We are extremely pleased to show our new enhanced product line up to the media representatives”, said Dr Nasser Abdulghani Al Abdulghani Managing Director of Abdullah Abdulghani & Brothers.
According to Nobuyuki Negishi, Chief Representative of Middle East & North Africa Representative Office, Toyota Motor Corporation: “This latest initiative gives us the opportunity to demonstrate the evolution of Toyota and its new brand direction and commitment to develop more emotionally compelling products to connect with consumers as exemplified by our new brand tagline Akeed. For us a car must have an emotional presence that inspires and excites drivers so that they can enjoy the feeling of driving. Our latest sedans are a very visible reminder of that objective.” 
The test drive included the full range of Toyota Sedan vehicles like the Yaris, Corolla, Camry, Aurion, Avalon and the compact sport coupe 86. The journey started from Toyota Tower all through the way to Sea Line Resort with journalists taking turns to drive the full range of Toyota sedans.
Toyota is the leading company in the Qatari automotive market with customers appreciating the quality, durability & reliability of Toyota products.
Toyota Yaris: The new 2014 Yaris comes with two engines. The first engine is V16 1.3 liter 84HP/ 6000 rpm (SAE net). The second engine is V16 1.5 liter 107HP/6000 rpm (SAE net).
Toyota 86: An advanced sports engine regulates the Toyota 86’s drive power. It was created by combining next-generation D-45 technology with a boxer engine, displaying a smooth acceleration feel and faithful response to pedal operation. The 86 comes with a 16V 2.0 liter engine offering 200HP/7000rpm (SAE net).
Corolla: The new Corolla 2014 exhibits dramatic styling, exhilarating performance and cutting-edge functionality. The bold and dramatic attractions of the crisp horizontal layout and a focus on quality of the dynamic form, together with thoughtful features engages its drivers. The new Corolla comes with two engines. The first engine is 16V 1.6 liter 121HP/ 6000 rpm (SAE net). The second engine is 16V 2.0 liter 143HP/ 6200 rpm (SAE net).
Camry: Dynamic and exciting on the move, the sporty styling was shaped by the rational application of advanced technology, contributing to both the excellent aerodynamics and the specious interior. The Camry comes with a 16V 2.5 liter 181HP/6000 rpm engine (SAE net).The Peninsula