2021 Toyota Levin Hybrid 1.8H E-CVT Entry Edition

1. Model & Core Information

• Model Name: 2021 Toyota Levin Hybrid 1.8H E-CVT Entry Edition
• Manufacturer: GAC Toyota (Guangzhou Automobile Toyota Motor Co., Ltd.)
• Market Position: Entry-level trim of the 2021 Levin Hybrid lineup (based on TNGA platform), focusing on fuel efficiency and basic practicality

2. Exterior Dimensions

3. Powertrain & Chassis

• Power Type: Gas-Electric Hybrid (HEV, non-plug-in)
• Engine: 1.8L Inline 4-Cylinder Atkinson Cycle Engine (Model: 8ZR-FXE)
  • Displacement: 1798 cc
  • Maximum Power: 72 kW (98 PS) @ 5200 rpm
  • Maximum Torque: 142 N·m @ 3600 rpm
  • Fuel Supply System: Multi-point Electronic Fuel Injection
  • Emission Standard: China National VI (GB18352.6-2016)
  • Recommended Fuel: Gasoline 92# (RON 92)
• Electric Motor: Front-mounted Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
  • Motor Power: 53 kW (72 PS)
  • Motor Torque: 163 N·m
• Combined System Power: 90 kW
• Transmission: E-CVT (Electronic Continuously Variable Transmission) with shift-by-wire control
• Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
• Suspension:
  • Front: MacPherson Strut Independent Suspension (with stabilizer bar)
  • Rear: E-Type Multi-Link Independent Suspension (with stabilizer bar)
• Brakes:
  • Front: Ventilated Disc Brakes
  • Rear: Solid Disc Brakes
  • Parking Brake: Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) + Auto Hold (standard)
• Wheels & Tires: 15-inch Aluminum Alloy Wheels; Tires: 195/65 R15; Spare Tire: Non-full-size Temporary Spare

4. Weight & Capacity

• Curb Weight: 1410 kg
• Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight: 1845 kg
• Maximum Payload: ~435 kg
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 43 L
• Trunk Volume: 470 L (VDA standard; rear seats support 60/40 split-folding for expanded storage)

5. Performance & Fuel Economy

• Top Speed: 160 km/h
• 0-100 km/h Acceleration Time: Not officially disclosed (estimated ~11-12 seconds for class consistency)
• Combined Fuel Consumption (NEDC Cycle): 4.1 L/100km
• Urban Fuel Consumption (NEDC): ~4.5 L/100km
• Highway Fuel Consumption (NEDC): ~3.8 L/100km

6. Safety Features

• Active Safety & Driver Assistance:
  • Basic Systems: ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), TCS (Traction Control System), VSC (Vehicle Stability Control), HAC (Hill-Start Assist Control)
  • Advanced Features: Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) – includes LDW (Lane Departure Warning), LKA (Lane Keeping Assist), FCW (Forward Collision Warning), AEB (Autonomous Emergency Braking), AHB (Adaptive High-Beam)
• Passive Safety:
  • Airbags: 7 Airbags (Dual Front Airbags, Front Side Airbags, Front/Rear Side Curtain Airbags, Driver’s Knee Airbag)
  • Structural Safety: TNGA High-Strength Steel Body (60% high-tensile steel usage for collision protection)
  • Other: ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors (with Top Tether), Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with digital display

7. Interior & Convenience

• Seats & Upholstery:
  • Material: Fabric Upholstery
  • Front Seats: Driver’s seat – 4-way manual adjustment (slide, recline); Passenger seat – 4-way manual adjustment
  • Rear Seats: Fixed rear seatback (60/40 split-folding function included); no rear armrest (entry-level trim characteristic)
• Instrument Cluster: 4.2-inch Color TFT Multi-Information Display (MID) + Analog Speedometer (shows hybrid system status, fuel economy, and trip data)
• Infotainment & Connectivity:
  • Touchscreen: 8-inch Capacitive Touchscreen
  • Functions: Bluetooth Hands-Free Calling/Audio Streaming, CarLife (Android compatibility), 1x USB-A Port (front console)
  • Audio System: 6-Speaker Basic Audio System
• Climate Control: Automatic Single-Zone Air Conditioning with PM2.5 Air Filtration (no rear air vents)
• Steering Wheel:
  • Material: Hard Plastic
  • Adjustment: 4-Way (Tilt & Telescoping)
  • Controls: Multi-Function Buttons (audio, cruise control, MID operation)
• Entry & Start: Push-Button Start (standard) + Remote Key (no smart keyless entry; entry-level trim limitation)

8. Exterior Features

• Lighting:
  • Headlights: Halogen Low/High Beams (manual leveling) + LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs, integrated with headlights)
  • Front Fog Lights: LED (standard)
  • Tail Lights: LED Combination Lights
  • Other: Manual Headlight Height Adjustment
• Exterior Trim:
  • Body-Colored Front/Rear Bumpers & Side Mirrors
  • Side Mirrors: Power-Adjustable (manual folding, no heating function)
  • Other: Shark Fin Antenna, Rear Window Defroster (with timer), Body-Colored Door Handles