Etios and Liva 2016 have been launched by Toyota. The Platinum Etios sedan will cost Rs. 6.43 lakh to the customer while the Platinum Etios Liva hatchback is at Rs. 5.24 lakh. (All prices ex-showroom Mumbai).

Now about the changes, the new Platinum models have been reworked and got a front bumper, V-shaped grille, and a little twisted rear bumper. A new set of alloy wheels will be offered on the top-end trim and everything is similar to the previous model

Little changes to the interior can be viewed and the rear seat has made more comfortable. Both the new models feature 7% better NVH insulation as stated by Toyota. There is no alteration in the dashboard but a new dual-tone touch of ivory and black has been added.

In terms of safety, the dual Airbags and ABS are available in all variants. Engine offered is 1.4-litre diesel and 1.5-litre petrol units with 5-speed manual gearbox.

Prices of both the models (all variants) are as follows: (ex-showroom, Mumbai):

Etios Liva and Etios Platinum Petrol:

STD – Rs. 5.24 /6.43 lakh respectively
DLX – Rs. 5.58/6.83 lakh respectively
High – Rs. 5.73/7.17 lakh respectively
Premium – Rs. 6.28/7.74 lakh respectively
Etios Liva and Etios Platinum Diesel:
STD – Rs. 6.61/ 7.56 lakh respectively
DLX – Rs. 6.94/ 7.96 lakh respectively
High – Rs. 7.02 lakh/ 8.30 lakh respectively
Premium – Rs. 7.44 lakh / 8.87 lakh respectively