The New 2014 Toyota Verso
The Verso compact MPV is being readied to be the first Toyota model to use a new 1.6-litre D-4D diesel engine from BMW. The new 1.6 D-4D diesel engine, making its Toyota debut in the 2014 Verso, is sourced from the BMW Group. Toyota engineers have made extensive modifications to the engine, including a newly-developed dual-mass flywheel, revised engine mounts, and completely redesigned electrical interfaces. It is fitted to a Toyota six-speed manual transmission with stop-start technology, a first for the Verso range. It offers higher efficiency and a 20kg weight saving. Maximum power is 110bhp (82kW) at 4,00rpm and peak torque is 270Nm, generated from 1,750 to 2,250rpm. Zero to 62mph acceleration is dispatched in 12.7 seconds and top speed is 115mph.
These figures are supported by the first deployment of a stop and start system in Verso, in line with the efficiency principles of Toyota Optimal Drive. Toyota met a number of engineering challenges in order to integrate the engine into Verso’s powertrain, in particular with regard to the use of stop and start, minimizing NVH levels and ensuring quiet running at cruising speeds.
The engine has been tuned to deliver a fast throttle response throughout the rev range, with good initial response at low rpm and, as turbo boost develops, linear build-up of torque. The improved drivability the engine offers is also supported by the delivery of strong torque over a wider rev band, which means it will rev happily beyond 3,000rpm without running out of breath. Spring settings have been modified for the models using the new engine to ensure levels of body control and ride comfort consistent with the rest of the range.
The new engine is available in the 2014 Verso alongside the established 1.6 and 1.8-litre Valvematic petrol units.
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