Toyota NZE
Toyota NZE is a common car on Kenyan roads. It was released as an improved version of Toyota Corolla and Kenyans fell in love with the model right away. It has a better shape, more space and it is more fuel efficient.
With the Toyota NZE, Kenyans have a wide range of choice. The versions include:
Toyota NZE Luxel, Toyota NZE X-Edition,
Toyota NZE Assista, Toyota NZE G -Edition.
X-Assista
The X-Assista is the base model. That is; it has just the basic parts of the NZE with the fancy details missing.
It has no power mirrors and windows
It has no molding on doors
It has no headrests on the back seat
The only advantage of the X-Assista is that it is economical fuel wise. It is 1300cc.
The X-Series
This is a better version of the X-Assista. It is either 1300cc or 1500cc.
It has matching door handles and side mirrors,
It has molding on the doors
It has powered side mirrors
It has headrests on the back seats
The navigator and TV are optional. Some models comes with DVD too
The G Series
It is 1500cc
It has matching door handles and side mirrors
It has molding on the doors
It has powered side mirrors
It has headrests on the back seats
It has a navigator and climate control
It has the best quality of seat covers
The LUXEL Series
It is 1800cc
It has matching door handles and side mirrors
It has molding on the doors
It has powered side mirrors
It has headrests on the back seats
It has a navigator and climate control
It has wood grain finish on the interior
It has the best quality of seat covers
Toyota NZE cars also offer a choice of automatic and manual gear transmission. There are many colors ranging from White, Black, Navy-blue, Silver, Beige, Maroon and Green.
There are EFI engines for the older models are VVTI engines for the newer models.
A VVTi Engine
Its features include:
Since the Toyota NZE is considered a convenience car, most of its features revolve around offering convenience. These are;
Air conditioner, CD Player, Power Steering,
Central Lock, Radio, Auto Retract Mirrors,
Power windows, Dual SRS Airbags, ALB (Antil Lock Breaks)
The Toyota NZE has comfortable seats and wide leg area and this makes it a compact car even for long distance travelers. However, for an efficient engine performance, service is advice after traveling 4000 kilometers.
Variations:
There are variations of the Toyota NZE that are also common in Kenya. These variations are produced to offer variety and to cater for all customer needs. The variations include:
Toyota Fielder
This is the station wagon version of the Toyota NZE. It has a wider boot area and the rear seat can be folded to increase the carriage space. Apart from the body shape, all other specs are similar to the Toyota NZE saloon.
However, there is a 2010 release that has a sleek body shape and a wider interior space offering more comfort.
Toyota Fielder 2007 Model
Toyota Fielder 2010 release
Toyota Runx & Allex
This is a sports version of the Toyota NZE. The main difference is the rear shape. The Runx/ Allex adopts a unique rear shape. It has a rear door. Kenyans who have the car claim it is faster and this could be due to its shape.
What is the difference between Toyota Runx and Allex?
The Badge alone.
These models are the same in every way. They come in engine capacities of 1500 cc and 1800 cc. They are all VVTi engines with a number that are tiptronic. They adopt a sporty look having chrome panels and they look great on chrome rims. They are fast and they are all 6 speed.
Toyota Allex
Toyota Allex Interiors
Toyota Runx
The Run-X Engine
