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Japan

Toyota

60000805

1st

Released date : 2008/11/20

Hatchback

	Grade	100G	100X
Model type & weight	Model type	DBA-KGJ10-BGXNG	DBA-KGJ10-BGXRG
Model type & weight	Curb mass(kg)	890	890
Dimensions	Length(mm)	2985	2985
	Width(mm)	1680	1680
	Height(mm)	1500	1500
	Wheelbase(mm)	2000	2000
Engine	Engine code	1KR-FE	1KR-FE
	Engine type	In-line 3-cylinder, DOHC	In-line 3-cylinder, DOHC
	Displacement(cm³)	996	996
	Max. output kW(PS)/r.p.m.	50/68/6000	50/68/6000

*	The specifications are those of representative model grades.
*	Max. output represents a net rating. In the above table, digits separated by slashes ( / / ) stand for kW, PS, and r.p.m., respectively.
*	The model numbers of these vehicles are KGJ10.

The iQ, classified as an A-segment car in Europe, debuted as one of the smallest cars in the market with body dimensions of 2,985 mm x 1,680 mm x 1,500 mm. While the iQ was put into a segment above minicars (or keijidosha) in Japan, its body length was shorter than that of most minicars by 400 mm or so, and could accommodate up to three adults and a child. Despite the ultra-small size, the iQ used high-quality material for the interior, including optional leather seats. A production model was first announced in the European market, followed by the release in Japan in November 2008. In addition to the standard 1-liter, 3-cylinder engine by Daihatsu (1KR-FE), a 1.3-liter, 4-cylinder 100 PS engine (1NR-FE) was made available for overseas models in August 2009. The domestic 1-liter model came with a Super CVT-i transmission, while the 1.3-liter model offered an optional 6-speed manual transmission.

The iQ won the 2008-2009 Car of the Year Japan.

Plant	Takaoka plant

The "i" stands for "individuality," and also brings to mind "innovation" and "intelligence." The "Q" stands for "quality," hints at the vehicle's "cubic" form, and is a "cue" for owners to move toward new values and lifestyles.

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