Suzuki and Toyota sharing some love.

[Meister-Man]

I wonder if this is going to positively or negatively affect Baleno resale values..

 

[TheChamp]

I wonder if this is going to positively or negatively affect Baleno resale values..

I think it won't have any noticeable effect. The Citroën C1 and Peugeot 107 can be had for a song on the used market while the Aygo commands a premium even though they are all the same thing.

 

[FiestaST]

Toyota Starlet budget hatch is here: SA prices and specs

Toyota’s new Starlet compact hatch has gone on sale in South Africa and with prices starting at R204 900, it’s only marginally more expensive than the recently discontinued Etios that it replaces, which started at R191 800.

It’s worth noting that the Starlet is a bigger and more modern package, being a good 220mm longer and 50mm wider than the Etios, and if you think it looks familiar, you’d be correct. The Baleno is closely based on the Suzuki Baleno through a recent partnership between the two Japanese companies. Interestingly, the Starlet is cheaper than the Baleno, which starts at R221 900 in South Africa.

What’s under the bonnet?

As per the Suzuki Baleno, the Toyota Starlet is powered by Suzuki’s 1.4-litre normally aspirated petrol engine, which produces 68kW and 130Nm, which is 2kW more and 2Nm less than the Etios produced.

It is offered with a choice between five-speed manual and four-speed automatic transmission, the latter seeming a bit dated by 2020 standards.

Specs and pricing - a walk through the range

The Toyota Starlet line-up kicks off with the 1.5 Xi model, at R204 900, which is only sold with the manual gearbox option.

Standard features on the Xi include air conditioning, a traditional (non-touchscreen) audio system with six speakers and Bluetooth connectivity, steering wheel controls, electric windows and mirrors, dual front airbags, ABS brakes and VSC stability control.

Next up is the 1.5 Xs, which sells for R215 200 in manual form and R235 700 with the auto gearbox.

The spec sheet is largely as per the Xi model, but the Xs does replace the latter’s 15-inch covered steel wheels with 16-inch alloys.

Topping the range is the 1.5 XR, which is yours for R258 500 (manual) and R272 500 (auto).

Furthermore, a three-service / 45 000km aftersales plan is standard across the line-up.

PRICING SUMMARY

1.5 Xi manual - R204 900

1.5 Xs manual - R215 200

1.5 Xs auto - R235 700

1.5 XR manual - R258 500

1.5 XR auto - R272 500

Toyota Starlet budget hatch is here: SA prices and specs

The Toyota Starlet is here to replace the Etios, and it’s cheaper than the Suzuki Baleno that it’s based on.

www.iol.co.za

 

[Meister-Man]

It's a 1.4 engine, so not sure why they calling the models 1.5 Xi, 1.5Xs and 1.5Xr.
Unless iol made an oopsie

 

[TheChamp]

It's a 1.4 engine, so not sure why they calling the models 1.5 Xi, 1.5Xs and 1.5Xr.
Unless iol made an oopsie

Everyone does it, BMW had a 318 that actually has a 1.5l engine and Mercedes has a C180 that has a 1.5l engine.

 

[FiestaST]

Everyone does it, BMW had a 318 that actually has a 1.5l engine and Mercedes has a C180 that has a 1.5l engine.

True, in this instance it looks like IOL goofed up.

Car Mag has the correct naming:

Pricing:

Toyota Starlet 1,4 Xi: R204 900
Toyota Starlet 1,4 Xs: R215 200
Toyota Starlet 1,4 Xs AT:R235 700
Toyota Starlet 1,4 Xr: R258 500
Toyota Starlet 1,4 Xr AT: R272 500

 

[Meister-Man]

Everyone does it, BMW had a 318 that actually has a 1.5l engine and Mercedes has a C180 that has a 1.5l engine.

Some manufacturers do, not Toyota and Suzuki.

 

[TheChamp]

Some manufacturers do, not Toyota and Suzuki.

Seems it's the inadequacy syndrome of the luxury class, when Toyota is wearing the Lexus hat they do it as well. IS300 with a 2.0l engine.

 

[FiestaST]

Farewell, Etios! New (Suzuki-built) Toyota Starlet touches down in SA

Toyota has officially launched its new Starlet in South Africa, which arrives as a replacement for the Etios hatchback.

Essentially a rebadged Suzuki Baleno, the new Starlet is imported from India, where it’s built by Maruti Suzuki and known as the Glanza. The Baleno-based model is one of a number of “joint projects” between the two Japanese automakers.

Of course, we’ve already brought you local pricing for the five-strong range, which kicks off at R204 900.

Power comes from Suzuki’s naturally aspirated 1,4-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine, which offers 68 kW and 130 N.m. There’s a five-speed manual and four-speed automatic transmission on offer, with the former allowing a claimed 10,9-second sprint to 100 km/h and the latter an 11,6-second dash. Claimed fuel consumption figures range from 5,1 to 5,4 L/100 km.

Pricing:

Toyota Starlet 1,4 Xi: R204 900
Toyota Starlet 1,4 Xs: R215 200
Toyota Starlet 1,4 Xs AT: R235 700
Toyota Starlet 1,4 Xr: R258 500
Toyota Starlet 1,4 Xr AT: R272 500

Farewell, Etios! New (Suzuki-built) Toyota Starlet touches down in SA…

Toyota has officially launched its new Starlet in South Africa, which arrives as a replacement for the Etios hatchback. Here's what you need to know.

www.carmag.co.za

 

[TheChamp]

Good riddance to the mediocrity that is the Etios.

 

[Arthur Morgan]

 

[Meister-Man]

So Toyota is about R15k cheaper at retail price, R220k vs R205k. But the Suzuki you can pickup brand new for R180k.
Will be good for the market if they undercut each other.
My question is, if you have either can it be serviced under warranty at either a Suzuki or a Toyota dealership?
They are mechanically identical afterall.

 

[TheChamp]

So Toyota is about R15k cheaper at retail price, R220k vs R205k. But the Suzuki you can pickup brand new for R180k.
Will be good for the market if they undercut each other.
My question is, if you have either can it be serviced under warranty at either a Suzuki or a Toyota dealership?
They are mechanically identical afterall.

I don't think their partnership extend that far. I think Toyota will also be counting on people's ignorance thinking this is an all new Toyota with all the glorious Toyota reliability.

I showed the picture to two of my colleagues, both men and none of them recognized it as a Baleno, turned out they have never heard of a Baleno to begin with.

 

[FiestaST]

Farewell Etios, hello Starlet - Meet Toyota's new affordable star

Farewell Etios, hello Starlet - Meet Toyota's new affordable star | Life

Toyota has launched its new Starlet, a product developed in collaboration with Suzuki. The new model is also a replacement to the Etios which has been discontinued.

www.wheels24.co.za

 

[FiestaST]

Toyota’s new Starlet: pricing and standard features versus rivals

Which offers the best value overall?

Bottom line, if you’re shopping on a budget then the Toyota Starlet 1.4 Xi appears to offer the best value in its segment, packing all the essential comfort and safety features for a bargain price of just over R200 000.

It does get a bit expensive at the upper end of the range, however, and here we’d probably be more inclined towards the almost identically priced Suzuki Baleno GLX thanks to its service and warranty advantage.

Toyota’s new Starlet: pricing and standard features versus rivals

How does Toyota’s new compact hatch fare, in spec terms, against the Polo Vivo, Figo, Sandero and its Baleno twin? Let’s take a closer look:

www.iol.co.za

 

[FiestaST]

 

[FiestaST]

 

[TheChamp]

What's up with the red colour, is it their flagship colour or something? It does not work on cheap cars.

 

[FiestaST]

The signature "hero" colour is the red.

 

[XPD]

this blows the vivo out the water by having electric mirrors and ESP. Every time I step into a Vivo I Curse the cost cutting accountant who made the decision to delete electric mirrors.