Toyota Ractis

The Toyota Ractis is a mini MPV produced by the Japanese automakers Toyota and Kanto Auto Works. It is a 5-seater mini MPV based on the Vitz, and was introduced in October 2005 as the successor of the Yaris Verso. The name "Ractis" is derived from "Run", "Activity" and "Space".[1]

First generation (NCP100; 2005–2010)

First generation
Overview
Manufacturer Toyota
Kanto Auto Works[2]
Production 20052010
Assembly Takaoka, Japan (Toyota)[3]
Iwate, Japan (KAW)
Designer Takahiro Minami and Tetsuya Nakagawa (2003)
Hiroaki Suzuki (2007 facelift: 2006)
Body and chassis
Class Mini MPV
Body style 5-door hatchback
Related Toyota Vitz/Yaris (XP90)
Toyota Belta/Vios (XP90)
Toyota ist (XP110)
Powertrain
Engine 1296 cc (1.3L)
1496 cc (1.5L)
Transmission 4-speed automatic
CVT
Dimensions
Length 3,955 mm (155.7 in)
Width 1,695 mm (66.7 in)
Height 1,640–1,660 mm (65–65 in)
Curb weight 1,395–1,475 kg (3,075–3,252 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor Toyota Yaris Verso

The first generation was initially only sold in Japan and is available at Toyota dealership Toyopet Store. Sales in Hong Kong started from October 2009.[4]

Second generation (NCP120; 2010–present)

Second generation
Overview
Manufacturer Toyota
Also called Toyota Verso-S
Toyota Space Verso
Subaru Trezia
Production January 2010–June 2016 (Ractis)[5]
January 2010–2017 (Verso-S)
Assembly Japan: Kanegasaki, Iwate (Kanto Auto Works)[5]
Body and chassis
Class Mini MPV
Body style 5-door hatchback
Layout FF layout / AWD
Related Toyota Vitz (XP130)
Toyota Vios (XP150)
Toyota Yaris (XP150)
Toyota Auris (E180)
Toyota Verso (R20)
Powertrain
Engine 1.33 L 1NR-FE
1.4 L 1ND-TV Turbodiesel
1.5 L 1NZ-FE
Transmission 6-speed manual
6-speed MultiMode
7-speed CVT
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,550 mm (100.4 in)
Length 3,995 mm (157.3 in)
Width 1,695 mm (66.7 in)
Height 1,585–1,705 mm (62.4–67.1 in)
Chronology
Successor Toyota Sienta (XP170)
Toyota Tank

The second-generation Ractis was unveiled at the 2010 Paris Motor Show as the Toyota Verso-S.[6][7] The Ractis is produced at the Iwate plant by Kanto Auto Works. It is available in 1.3 L and 1.5 L engines with G, X and S grades in Japan.

The introduction of the Verso-S will mark the re-entry of Toyota into the European B-MPV segment. When it hits the market, the Verso-S will have the shortest overall length of any mini MPV in Europe.[8]

The Verso-S is available with a choice of two engines, a 1.33-liter gasoline unit or a 1.4-liter D-4D turbo diesel, both mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. The gasoline derivative is also offered with an optional, Multidrive S, automatic continuously variable transmission (CVT), which features a 7-speed, sequential paddle shift mode. The gasoline model delivers a combined fuel economy of 5.5 lt/100 km [42.8 mpg] and CO2 emissions of 127 g/km, and the diesel model, 4.3 lt/100 km [54.7 mpg] and 113 g/km respectively.[9]

On June 30, 2016, Toyota announced that the Ractis reached the end of production for Japanese, Hong Kong and Macau markets, but the Verso-S continued to be produced for European markets until the launch of the C-HR in early 2017. Sales of the Ractis in Japan ended on August 31, 2016. It was succeeded by the Toyota Tank and its twin counterpart the Toyota Roomy.

Subaru Trezia

Subaru announced a rebadged OEM version of the Ractis for the Japanese market on November 29, 2010. Known as the Subaru Trezia (トレジア), the badge engineered model receives unique bumpers, grille, bonnet, front fenders, headlights, rear finisher and taillight lenses. The name "Trezia" derives from the English language word "treasure".

Engines available comprise the 1.3-liter '1NR-FE and 1.5-liter 1NZ-FE, coupled with an automatic continuously variable transmission (CVT). Front-wheel drive is offered as the entry-level layout for both engines, with all-wheel drive available as an upgrade on the 1.5-liter version.

In January 2011, Subaru debuted an STI tuned "Trezia STI" at the Tokyo Auto Salon.

Subaru Trezia (pre-facelift) 
Subaru Trezia (facelift) 
Subaru Trezia STI 
Subaru Trezia STI 

References

  1. ラクティスの車名の由来は何ですか? (in Japanese). toyota.jp. Retrieved 2011-03-19.
  2. "Kanto Auto Works, Ltd". Kanto-aw.co.jp. Retrieved 2010-07-16.
  3. "History of KANTO AUTO WORKS". Kanto-aw.co.jp. Retrieved 2010-07-16.
  4. "豐田 Ractis 行貨正式引入香港,香港第一車網,Inside Logic Media Limited,2009-10-2" (in Chinese). Car1.hk. 2009-10-02. Retrieved 2010-10-22.
  5. 1 2 "Affiliates (Toyota wholly-owned subsidiaries)-Toyota Motor East Japan, Inc.". Toyota Motor Corporation. 2012. Retrieved 2014-07-21.
  6. "ラクティス". Toyota.jp. Retrieved 2011-09-04.
  7. "Verso S". Toyota.
  8. "Paris Preview: Toyota Verso-S gets an iQ-inspired makeover". Autoblog.com. 2010-08-31. Retrieved 2010-09-26.
  9. "Paris Show: Toyota Targets Honda Jazz / Fit with New Verso-S MPV". Carscoop. 2010-09-30. Retrieved 2010-10-01.
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