Updated: February 2013

TOYOTA iQ

KEY POINTS

Launched as the worlds smallest four-seat car, less than three metres long

Exceptional packaging achieved through six space-saving innovations

Front-mounted differential

Centre take-off steering gear

Flat underfloor fuel tank

Ultra-slim seat design

Ultra-compact heater/air conditioning unit

Asymmetric dashboard design

Multi-award-winning 1.0-litre VVT-i and 1.33 Dual VVT-i petrol engines with manual or
Multidrive transmissions

1.0-litre manual delivers 99g/km and 64.2 combined cycle mpg road tax and congestion
charge-exempt

Five-star Euro NCAP safety rating

Three grades iQ, iQ2 and iQ3

Nine airbags, stability and traction control, electric windows, heated door mirrors and sixspeaker audio system standard on all models

Customisation options colourful side and roof decals and interior leather upholstery
choices allow owners to individualise their car

Introduction
From an environmental perspective, iQ demonstrates how Toyota can offer cars that are
exciting and desirable, while still achieving low fuel consumption and emissions.

iQ Chief Engineer Hiroki Nakajima explained: We wanted to create the worlds first,
sophisticated four-seat car, measuring less than three metres long, using ultra-effective
packaging, a unique design, ultra-low fuel consumption and high driving and safety
performance. To achieve this, iQ had to be similar in size to an A-segment car, its
performance would have to surpass B-segment standards and interior and exterior quality
would have be on the level of C-segment models.

Birth of iQ
The iQ story began in 2003 when a team of Toyota engineers, led by Hiroki Nakajima, were
given the chance to create one of the most important cars to be launched by the company.
Just as Prius set a new benchmark for innovative drivetrain engineering, iQ is intended to act
as a catalyst for reshaping thinking about how small, environmentally efficient cars can be
packaged. The challenge was to develop a revolutionary, sophisticated compact car with
excellent environmental credentials for use in urban areas.

Initially the project focused on packaging and miniaturisation. Later, designers from Japan
and Toyotas European design studio, ED2, worked together to create a sub-three-metre car.
Toyota top management gave the project the green light and the iQ concept went on to be
presented at the 2007 Frankfurt motor show.

The team targeted commercial success by designing iQ to appeal strongly to customers new
to Toyota, principally the kind of people who take a more emotional approach to car buying.
While they may have admired Toyota for its success and innovation, they might not have
connected with the brand on an emotional level before. iQ was designed from the outset to
connect to the needs of these customers.

iQ occupies a key position in Toyotas range of compact cars. Although Aygo is longer by
420mm than iQ, it remains a simple and accessible entry-level model. Yaris, on the other
hand, is positioned at the heart of the B-segment, while also attracting family buyers for use
as the main car in the household.

iQ is different from these and all other small cars, thanks to radical thinking that has led to a
breakthrough in automotive engineering. It also brings a new, high level of sophistication to
the market, through the use of advanced features that are typically only found on larger cars.

iQ production began in November 2008 at Toyotas Takaoka plant in Japan, with Japanese
sales starting the same month. Sales in the UK and Europe were launched in January 2009.

iQ TIMELINE AND UK SALES

YEAR
2003

MONTH

2007

September

EVENT
Research development project is launched for a new Toyota city
car.
iQ concept makes its debut at the Frankfurt motor show.

2008
2009

November
January
February
June

iQ production is launched and sales commence in Japan.

iQ goes on sale in Europe and the UK with 1.0 VVT-i engine.
iQ achieves top five-star rating in Euro NCAP crash testing.
iQ gains 1.3 VVT-i engine with Stop-Start system. Top-of-therange iQ3 model is launched.

2010

July

2012

January

All iQ engines comply with Euro 5 emissions, new interior finish

and colours introduced.
Introduction of iQ customisation options.

August

Deletion of stop-start system

UK iQ sales in 2012: 2,675

Cumulative UK iQ sales since launch (2009): 17,828

ENGINEERED WITH SIX MAJOR SPACE-SAVING INNOVATIONS

Kakushin the driving force behind iQ
Six space-saving innovations

A series of engineering breakthroughs have combined to make iQ the worlds smallest fourseat car. Toyota acclaims iQ as an engineering jewel that is capable of radically changing
consumers opinions on small cars.

Kakushin - the driving force behind iQ

Speaking to the Harvard Business Review, the then TMC President Katsuaki Watanabe said:
In todays world change can be produced by kaizen (continuous incremental improvement),
but when the rate of change is too slow, we have to resort to kakushin (revolutionary change
or radical innovation). I am trying to get people to make the leap from incremental
improvement to radical improvement wherever possible.

iQ required a drastic change of mindset. Engineers not only had to re-design parts to a
smaller size, they had to reconsider their location, too. The result is a leap forward in smallbut-spacious packaging, designed also to meet the highest crash test standards.

The car has a 2,000mm wheelbase with comfort ensured thanks to a 710mm distance
between the driver and front passenger seat space comparable to that in a C-segment
vehicle.

Even the thickness of the doors has been reduced (compared to Yaris), by using a guideless
window regulator structure rather than a conventional cross-arm type, so increasing shoulder
room.

To avoid a claustrophobic atmosphere, the A-pillars are positioned forward and slope back.
The front passenger seat can be slid far enough forward to ensure that three 190cm (6ft 3in)
tall adults plus a child or extra luggage can be comfortably accommodated. Both rear seats
can be folded down to increase boot capacity to 238 litres; with both seats in position
capacity is 32 litres (VDA measurements).

Space has also been created by locating the gearshift and parking brake almost side by side,
giving rear seat passengers more room to extend their feet between the front seats. As there
is no fuel tank beneath the rear seats, a handy concealed storage tray has been created so
objects can be stowed out of sight.

In the search for space, Toyota developed an ultra-compact air conditioning unit and
repositioned the heater blower from its usual position in the front passenger footwell to the
centre of the instrument panel. Designers then went so far as to make a detachable glovebox
(the glovebag accessory). This created a significant amount of space for the front passenger
seat to slide forwards. Thin front seatbacks were also developed, giving them a concave
form to increase rear seat legroom.

iQs six space-saving innovations:

1. Front-mounted differential
2. Centre take-off steering gear
3. Flat underfloor fuel tank
4. Ultra-slim seat design
5. Ultra-compact heater/air conditioning unit
6. Asymmetric dashboard design

1. Front-mounted differential
Positioning the differential in front of the engine means the distance from the tip of the
bumper to the accelerator pedal could be reduced by 120mm. This brings three main
advantages: the under-bonnet area is made more compact; the front wheels can be placed
at the very corners of the car, drastically shortening the front overhang, and the passenger
compartment gains 120mm in length (compared to Yaris).

2. Centre take-off steering

iQ has a central take-off steering gear, positioned higher and further back in the engine bay.
This meant the size of the engine compartment could be considerably reduced, further
shortening the cars front overhang.

This is made possible because the steering rack tie-rods are connected to the centre of the
rack, rather than both ends, as in Yaris and Aygo. This gave the engineers room to
accommodate the engine underneath.

3. Flat under-floor fuel tank

The conventional fuel tank located under the rear seats has been replaced by an ultra-slim
underfloor tank that is only 120mm high. This means the rear wheels can be brought 440mm
further forward. In addition, the rear shock absorbers are angled backwards, so they dont
encroach on rear seat space.

Traditionally a flat tank was considered difficult to engineer, because the fuel surface level
would vary depending on the angle of the car, for example when parked on a slope.
Persistent efforts to reduce size and find the best position for functioning parts has resulted
in success and a flat fuel tank that brings significant space savings and also lowers the cars
centre of gravity.

Toyota engineers developed a special horizontal fuel pump. Fuel suction inlets in both the
fuel pump and canister and fuel level indicators are located in the centre of tank and ensure
an accurate fuel level. The tanks 32-litre capacity is enough to give iQ a range of around 435
miles.

4. Ultra-slim seat design

The slimness of the seatbacks releases a further 40mm of rear passenger room at knee
height. An all-new structure and optimal adjustment of ancillary parts ensure the new design
saves space without sacrificing comfort. In its drive to reduce weight, Toyota created hightensile frames that save 1kg per seat.

5. Space-saving heater/air conditioning unit

Toyota engineers have succeeded in significantly reducing the size of the heater/air
conditioning unit, without diminishing performance. As a result, the passenger side of the
asymmetric dashboard could be moved forward and centrally towards the base of the
windscreen, freeing up extra cabin space.

The size of the unit has been reduced by 20 per cent without losing performance, thanks to a
smaller blower fan, re-routing of passages to improve air flow inside the unit and a more
compact air filter.

6. Asymmetric dashboard and sliding seat configuration

iQs innovative asymmetric dashboard design takes advantage of the relocation of the
smaller air conditioning unit to open up more space for the front passenger, with an extra
130mm of legroom. Comparable to the space available in Yaris, it allows for generous back
and forward seat adjustment. When the seat is in its furthest forward position, there is
sufficient space for the front passenger and comfortable room for an adult sitting behind.

Instead of a conventional glovebox, iQ saves more space by using a soft briefcase that can
be detached from the fascia if desired, available as an accessory option.

DRIVING PERFORMANCE
Strong body with short overhangs
Weight-saving engineering
Compact, lightweight MacPherson front suspension
Torsion beam rear suspension
Electric power steering
Vehicle Stability Control with steering assist (VSC+) standard
15 and 16-inch alloy wheels

More than just the worlds smallest four-seat car, iQ delivers driving performance that is
almost unheard of in its class. It is quick and nimble for around-town driving and great fun to
push along twisting roads, while at motorway speeds it displays a level of stability that was
previously unimaginable for a car of its size.

The excellent driving dynamics have been achieved by the combination of a new platform,
suspension and steering engineering and leading-edge aerodynamics. High stability at all
speeds is maintained thanks to characteristics such as the front suspensions high caster
angle and reduced torsional stiffness, and the amount of roll steer and rigidity maintained in
the rear suspension. In spite of its very short wheelbase, straight line stability is maintained
under emergency braking.

Thanks to the repositioning of the engine and front wheels, iQ has an extremely tight turning
radius of 3.9 metres, ideal for manoeuvring in city streets.

Strong body, short overhangs

Toyota engineers reduced iQs overhangs to a minimum and located most of the cars mass
between the front and rear wheels to improve handling and vehicle controllability, a design
philosophy borrowed from racing car design that also makes iQ great fun to drive.

The prototype model underwent thousands of hours in computer simulation and wind tunnel
testing to achieve class-leading aerodynamics. The 1.0-litre VVT-i with manual transmission
has a 0.30 drag coefficient, which boosts high-speed stability and top speed while also
reducing fuel consumption and wind noise.

Weight-saving engineering
Almost every part of iQ underwent sophisticated computer simulation in the quest to reduce
weight and so achieve more rewarding driving performance and lower fuel consumption.

Particular effort was made to lighten the torsion beam and 3.5kg was saved. Another kilo of
metal was saved by using a new cross-shaped rear wheel flange.

Toyota engineers also created the worlds lightest exhaust for a front engine/front-wheel
drive car, weighing only 6kg. This was achieved by using a long tailpipe and a single, lowresonance silencer, with no additional sub-silencer. This design also contributes to iQs low
floor and low overall height.

MacPherson front suspension

iQ uses a specially designed MacPherson strut front suspension that gives a high level of
handling stability and smooth ride comfort, in spite of the cars short wheelbase. Compact
and lightweight, it provides appropriate control for the 15 and 16-inch wheels while still
returning a class-leading turning radius.

The system features a high, 8.3-degree caster angle for more toe-out when lateral forces are
applied, giving the front wheels a more stable stance. By decreasing the stiffness of the
steering arm, toe-out is added, too, when lateral forces increase. This again adds to stability
and both measures increase understeer, while optimised geometry and damping force give
maximum ride comfort and driving stability.

Torsion beam rear suspension

The torsion beam rear suspension was also developed exclusively for iQ and it gives
excellent stability at high speeds and through bends. A high level of rigidity minimises
steering changes from the rear suspension. Rear-end lift is also limited under heavy braking,
while bushes and shock absorbers have been optimised for ride quality and low NVH
performance.

The suspension plays its part in the cars compact packaging concept by giving a classleading rear track. Toyota has also been able to slant the rear shock absorbers backwards,
allowing for a wider load space to be designed.

Electric Power Steering

iQ is equipped with a centre take-off steering rack and a speed-sensing electric power
steering (EPS) system of the kind more commonly found on larger cars. The power to the
steering is controlled according to vehicle speed, giving light response for low-speed
manoeuvres and added weight as speed increases.

Unlike traditional hydraulic systems, power is only used when steering assistance is required,
which supports fuel economy as the engine does not have to maintain constant hydraulic
pressure. The 15:1 steering gear ratio gives quick response to driver inputs and good
steering feel, and ensures yaw rate gain during urban driving at low to medium speeds. A low
yaw rate gain at motorway speeds contributes to stable handling and safe braking
performance.

The EPS is also interlinked with the steering assist Vehicle Stability Control (VSC+). The
steering column is tilt-adjustable to suit different driver seating positions.

15 and 16-inch alloy wheels

iQ is fitted with large diameter wheels that are suited to its super-stance design. The 15-inch
alloys are fitted with 175/65R15 low rolling resistance Bridgestone tyres; the 16-inch alloy
wheels on iQ use 175/60R16 tyres.

The combination of advanced tyres and alloy rims gives a refined drive, unlike the quality
typically found on compact cars with small wheels. In place of a spare wheel iQ is equipped
with a tyre repair kit.

DRIVETRAIN TECHNOLOGY

 Toyota Optimal Drive concept

1.0-litre VVT-i petrol engine
1.33-litre Dual VVT-i petrol engine
Toyota Multidrive, or five and six-speed manual transmission
CO2 emissions from 99g/km, exempt from road tax and London congestion charge

Toyotas drive for lower CO2 emissions from its vehicles is supported principally by a new
range of hybrid models and Toyota Optimal Drive petrol and diesel engines and
transmissions.

Toyota Optimal Drive technologies are designed to reduce harmful emissions and increase
fuel efficiency with no compromise on driving pleasure and have been made a standard
feature of all Toyotas new-generation petrol and diesel models.

Unlike many other carmakers, Toyota has chosen to develop new technologies, rather than
simply downsize or de-tune existing ones. Following the concept of kaizen continuous
improvement Toyota engineers have improved combustion efficiency and reduced engine
and transmission weight and friction. The result is new powertrains that are more powerful,
yet also more efficient and economical.

UK versions of iQ are offered with a choice of a 1.0-litre VVT-i petrol engine that with manual
transmission produces 99g/km of CO2, the first four-seat petrol car to break the 100g/km
mark. This was joined in July 2009 by a 1.33-litre petrol engine.

1.0-litre VVT-i petrol engine

The three-cylinder 1.0-litre VVT-i petrol engine has an output of 67bhp (50kW) and produces
91Nm of torque at 4,800rpm. With the high-ratio five-speed manual gearbox it returns official
combined cycle fuel economy of 64.2mpg and CO2 emissions of 99g/km. The engine can
also be specified with Toyotas Multidrive continuously variable transmission, which raises
emissions to 110g/km.

Also featured in Aygo and Yaris, the unit has been a multiple winner of the sub-1.0-litre class
in the Engine of the Year awards. To suit the specific requirements of iQ, the engine was
adapted to slant 21.5 degrees forwards. The intake manifold was reshaped, an air cleaner
was integrated into the fan shroud and the air conditioning compressor was relocated as part
of the cars packaging concept.

VVT-i (variable valve timing intelligent) ensures the engine breathes with maximum
efficiency in all conditions and achieves the most efficient fuel combustion. The result is
maximum power generation, improved fuel economy, lower emissions and better throttle
response.

Fuel economy is also supported by electrical Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) and the use
of low viscosity lubricating oil. A plastic water jacket spacer is located in the cylinder,
controlling water flow to give an even cylinder surface temperature and reduce the oil film
thickness. This gives improved oil viscosity at the bottom of the cylinder, reducing piston
friction.

1.33-litre Dual VVT-i petrol engine

Toyotas iQ range was extended in summer 2009 with the introduction to the line-up of a
1.33-litre engine. The highly efficient lightweight unit, also successfully deployed in Auris,
Yaris and Urban Cruiser is offered exclusively in the iQ3 (iQ cubed) model.

Benefiting from Toyota Optimal Drive technology for a class-leading combination of power,
fuel economy and low emissions, it uses Dual VVT-i control of both intake and exhaust
valves to deliver strong torque at low to medium engine speeds and achieve maximum
efficiency.

The headline figures broadcast the customer benefits in terms of running costs. With manual
transmission, iQ3 returns an official 54.3mpg in combined cycle driving, and 119g/km of CO2
Band C for road tax. Equipped with Toyotas Multidrive CVT system, fuel economy is
unchagned and emissions rise slightly to 120g/km.

This achievement is not at the expense of performance. The engine develops a maximum
97bhp (72kW) at 6,000rpm and peak torque of 123Nm at 4,400rpm. Nought to 62mph can be
achieved in 11.8 seconds (11.6 with Multidrive) and top speed is 106mph. This underlines
the fact that iQ is more than just a city runabout, giving a strong, stable and enjoyable drive
at motorway speeds.

One of the key elements of the 1.33-litre engine is its piston design. Smaller and lighter than
on the previous 1.3 unit, they are designed with a smaller contact area and use carbon
ceramide, an advanced material more commonly used in Formula One engineering, to
reduce friction.

Eco driving
Tyres with low rolling resistance are fitted to the manual 1.0-litre iQ to help keep emissions
down to 99g/km. An Eco driving indicator also helps low emissions by showing when the
driver is using the accelerator efficiently. There is also a Gear Shift Indicator which helps the
driver time up and down shifts to optimise environmental performance. The system takes
driving conditions into account, including the level of pressure on the accelerator and vehicle
speed. Changing gears in line with the indicator can yield a 0.5 to three per cent reduction in
fuel consumption compared to normal shift patterns, although the real potential for
improvement is dependent on the driving habits of individual drivers.

Multidrive
Toyotas Multidrive produces a very smooth shift while optimising the balance of fuel
economy and performance. The CVT system automatically selects the most appropriate gear
ratio and shifting speed, eliminating shift shock and it maximises available engine torque
without unnecessary acceleration. For example, it will limit shifts when driving uphill and
execute downhill shifts to optimise engine braking. Multidrive has the city-friendly
characteristics of automatic transmission with strong urban cycle fuel consumption
performance.

ADVANCED SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES

ABS and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist (BA) and Traction Control (TRC)
Steering Assist Vehicle Stability Control (VSC+)
Multi-load path body structure
iQ achieves Euro NCAP five-star standard
Nine airbags, including world-first rear window curtain shield airbag

Toyotas goal is to work towards a future society in which traffic accidents and the injuries
they cause have been eliminated. Safety is key feature of iQ, a model that benefits from a
number of new technologies, and the protection it affords everyone on board earned it a fivestar rating in Euro-NCAP crash testing.

With the aim of helping the driver avoid an accident happening in the first place, iQ is
equipped with ABS as standard. This provides the platform for a number of other more
advanced braking and traction control systems, also fitted as standard to all versions.

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) works with the ABS to ensure the most effective
brake force is applied to each wheel, according to road conditions. By preventing the wheels
from locking, EBD helps maintain stability when braking during cornering.

Research shows that many drivers fail to apply sufficient pressure on the brake pedal in
emergency braking situations, or they release pressure too soon. The Brake Assist (BA)
system on iQ anticipates the need for extra braking and applies it automatically to ensure
consistent, maximum braking performance.

Traction Control (TRC) is an important aid to maintaining grip when driving on slippery or
uneven surfaces. The system monitors and controls the amount of power applied to the road
through the vehicles wheels and detects if one or more wheels start to spin and lose traction.
The skid control computer automatically decreases the amount of power being sent to the
wheel that is about to spin; in more extreme cases, it might apply braking force momentarily
until the wheel regains traction.

Steering Assist Vehicle Stability Control (VSC+) prevents loss of car control in certain
situations, for example when entering a bend too fast and encountering slippery conditions
that could cause a skid. Sensors around the vehicle monitor wheel rotation, brake pressure
and car movement. If the system calculates the driver is about to lose control of the car,
various stability and safety systems are applied to an appropriate degree. In a skid, for
example, it will apply a suitable level of braking and adjust steering torque to help the driver
regain control.

Multi-load path body structure

The quality of the passenger protection cell is a critical engineering feature of any small car.
For iQ, Toyota engineered its multi-load path body system to provide an excellent degree of
occupant protection. In the event of a collision, iQ uses a system of six countermeasures to
overcome the effects of an impact.
1. The engine is placed towards the rear of the engine bay, giving more room for an
energy absorbing structure at the front of the front side members. In a heavy collision,
the engine can also function as a barrier, reducing impact on the passenger cell.
2. The location of the front wheels/tyres right at the front of the car provides valuable
initial protection in a frontal collision.
3. Total energy absorption capacity has been increased by using the suspension member
side rail in addition to the standard collision area formed by the front side member.

4. By attaching the rear part of the front suspension member to the body in four places,
the load from the front side members can be transmitted to the cross member.
5. Body strength has been further increased by directly connecting the front side
members and the rocker together.
6. Strengthening across the dashboard means impact forces towards the cabin can be
more evenly and effectively distributed.

Class-leading collision performance ambition

iQ has a high-rigidity platform with a robust safety structure capable of absorbing a high
degree of impact energy. It has been created with the express aim of achieving class-leading
safety in full-frontal, offset, side and rear collisions. In spite of its compact size, iQ achieved a
maximum five-star rating in Euro NCAP crash testing.

Nine airbags
Nine airbags are fitted as standard to give world class safety performance. The airbags
comprise seven different types: a world-first rear window curtain shield airbag, two side
airbags, a front passenger seat cushion airbag, a drivers knee airbag, two curtain shield
airbags and driver and front passenger front airbags.

All were developed specifically for the car, following the principle of miniaturisation to suit
operation in the smaller cabin without compromising safety. This means the side airbags are
larger than usual, and the others smaller.

Given the size of iQs cabin, the knee airbag is positioned closer to the driver, which means
both size and deployment time can be reduced. The driver front airbag is also tailored to take
the cars interior dimensions into account.

A new kind of twin-chamber bag was developed for the front passenger front airbag, a worldfirst for this class of car. First seen on Lexus models, this design catches the passenger and
cradles the face between the two sections, so that the passenger actually travels slightly
further forward in a collision than the driver.

The front passenger seat cushion airbag is the first of its kind in a Toyota. It inflates under
the thighs and inhibits movement of the hip with the seatbelt, reducing any impact on the
head and chest.

The driver and front passenger sit close to the doors and could thus be more vulnerable to
injury in a side collision. The side airbags are divided into silicon-coated bags with different
pressures to provide appropriate protection for the pelvis (high pressure) and chest area
(lower pressure).

Large curtain shield airbags are installed above the front and rear windows on each side of
the car to provide further protection in the event of a side impact.

iQ is the first model on the market to feature a curtain shield airbag along the rear window.
As there is only a small space between the window and the heads of rear seat passengers,
the airbag provides protection in a rear impact. It deploys first between the roof panel and
headlining, then from the edge of the headlining along the rear window.

To help protect the youngest passengers, Isofix child seat mounts are fitted to the rear seats.

iQ DESIGN, INFLUENCED BY TOYOTAS JAPANESE ROOTS

J-Factor, expressing Japanese design heritage
Harmony of three design approaches: Perfect Imbalance, Integrated Components

Architecture and Freeform Geometrics

iQ interior design inspired by the manta ray

The Toyota iQ represents forward-looking Japanese design. Japanese aesthetics are

characterised by the creation of contrasts within design, such as the empty and the full, the
smooth and the rough. iQs design is full of contrasts in the same way: it is simple, yet
intriguing throughout.

J-Factor = Japanese design heritage

Toyotas design philosophy is based on a belief that design should emphasise endurance
and connect the past to the future. To achieve this, it refers back to and celebrates the
companys Japanese origins with what it calls the J-Factor - Japanese originality with global
appeal.

Perfect Imbalance
Perfect Imbalance describes a use of asymmetry that is common in Japanese aesthetics. An
unexpected element in an otherwise perfect composition is often the thing that makes it more

natural or dynamic. Giving vehicles a balanced appearance makes them easy to understand,
but they can soon become boring.

Perfect Imbalance was applied to iQs proportions: a simple exterior with a strong contrast in
the robust stance created by the cars width and its short overall length. The risk in creating a
car less than three metres long was that it would look weak and unstable, so Toyota
designers knew iQ had to deliver a sense of strength and stability to break this perception.

The result was Stability and Dynamism, which can be seen in the contrast between the
vehicles 1,680mm width and 1,500mm height with its sub-three-metre length, and in the
positioning of the wheels right out to the corners.

Integrated Component Architecture

iQ uses modern Integrated Component Architecture in which each unit contributes to the
overall design. For example, the structure around the wheels forms part of the minimal front
and rear overhangs, expressing strength and agility.

At the front of the car, the headlamp units smoked glass with bi-halogen projector lamps on
iQ2 and iQ3 models are set deep into the bonnet and wings, while the heated, electrically
adjustable door mirrors have integrated turn indicator lamps.

Freeform Geometrics
Toyota developed a new design technique, Freeform Geometrics, to create iQ. Mathematical
formulae were used to emulate organic forms like those of seashells and fish. The clean,
precise lines are the result of accurate calculations to express movement and emotion and
make the design fresh and contemporary.

Exterior design
iQs wheels, placed at the extremity of each corner, give the car what the designers call a
super-stance. Just 2,985mm long, but with a proportionally larger 2,000mm wheelbase, iQ
is small in size, but unlike a conventional small car, it has a confident on-road appearance.
The cars strong presence is underpinned by its five-spoke 15 or 16-inch alloy wheels,
pronounced wheel arches, and its tough-looking bumpers. The absence of front and rear
overhangs and the concentration of weight within the wheelbase makes for rewarding
handling.

Strong vertical lines define the rear of the car, while the creative tension can be seen in the
three-quarter rear view with a seamless line running from the edge of the roofline towards the
B-pillar, curving around the deep rear glass area, before returning towards the hatch and
tailing off at the geometrically shaped wheel arches.

Interior design
iQs interior combines practicality with a super-modern design. The exterior styling is
replicated in the interior architecture, where designers have used mathematical analysis to
recreate the beauty of natural objects techno-organic design.

This can be seen in the floating V-shaped centre console, which is actually a mathematical
emulation of a manta ray fish. It forms the centrepiece of the asymmetrical dashboard, with a
single dial controlling all the air conditioning functions at the base of the V. The audio unit is
integrated seamlessly into the console, so only the CD slot is visible; all the audio controls,
with a joystick selector, are located on the steering wheel.

Cabin temperature controls, twin face-level air vents and an LCD display are situated inside
the arms of the V. An optional satellite navigation colour display tops off the console.
Analogue meters are clear and functional, incorporating a multi-information display showing
outside temperature and current and average fuel consumption figures.

For the 2012 model year, all versions of iQ adopted a premium grey interior was launched,
with a contrasting black upper dash and lower door trim, soft touch materials around the
cabin and red stitching for the black leather steering wheel and a black centre console (with
silver inserts on higher grade models)..

GRADE STRUCTURE AND PRICING

Three grades iQ, iQ2 and iQ3
High level of standard equipment
Six-speaker audio system with MP3/WMA capability and auxiliary socket

It may be one of the smallest cars on the market, but iQ demands no make-do
compromises when it comes to equipment specifications.
iQ is available in three grades, iQ, iQ2 and iQ3, each of which is well-equipped, with
advanced features more commonly found only on much larger cars. It is offered with a choice

of seven paint finishes: White Pearl, Eclipse Black, Deep Amethyst, Decuma Grey, Burnt
Orange and Tyrol Silver metallic shades and Chilli Red.

iQ is protected by Toyotas five-year/100,000-mile new vehicle manufacturers warranty.

User-friendly interior
iQs seats have a distinctive design, with slim seatbacks and integrated headrests. Access to
the rear is made easy thanks to large handles on the side of both front seats, which can both
be slid forward and aft on smooth, solid rails. The slide length for the front passenger seat is
50mm greater than for the drivers seat.

The rear seat area features three-point seatbelts, Isofix child seat anchors and two
cupholders. There is room for passengers to stretch their feet out between the front seats,
thanks to the clever side-by-side positioning of the gear lever and parking brake. In the front
there is a central cupholder and a bottle holder in each door.

A storage tray is concealed beneath the rear seats, which, together with a deck box behind
the seats, provides room for items to be carried without compromising cabin space. For extra
luggage capacity the 50:50 split rear seats can be folded flat.

Aspirational specifications
The entry-level iQ rides on 15-inch alloy wheels and projects a clean, contemporary
appearance with colour-keyed door mirrors and bumpers and heated electrically adjustable
door mirrors with integrated indicator lamps.

Air conditioning keeps things cool inside, while the six-speaker sound system provides a
radio, CD player and MP3/WMA file playing from disc. There is also an auxiliary socket for
connection of personal MP3 players. Electric windows, remote central locking, dark tinted
privacy glass in the rear window and leather trim for the low-profile steering wheel and gear
knob are also all included, together with a tonneau cover for the rear luggage space.

The flat-bottom steering wheel design (taking 10mm off the radius) helps give the driver more
legroom. All the audio controls are located on the steering wheel with an innovative joystick
controller, saving space on the central instrument cluster. Volume, audio source and channel
selection are presented in the multi-information display in front of the driver. The speaker
configuration features seamlessly integrated twin front and rear units and 2.5cm tweeters by
the interior door handles.

White energy-saving LEDs are used in a lighting module above the front seats, giving iQ a
calm and elegant interior ambience. The module provides one-and-a-half times more light
than a conventional unit and pivots to give wider illumination as required.
Upgrading to iQ2 brings even more sophisticated features. The alloys gain a high-gloss finish,
fog lights are neatly integrated into the lower front bumper section and there are bi-halogen
headlights with a smoke-tinted finish to their glass covers. The door mirrors are electronically
retractable handy for those ultra-tight parking spots iQ drivers will be making the most of.

Climate control air conditioning, smart entry and push-button start, automatic headlights and
wipers and an auto-dimming rear view mirror raise the quality bar even higher.
iQ3, which is powered by the 1.33-litre Dual VVT-i engine, is fitted with larger, 16-inch gloss
finish alloys.

iQ equipment specification highlights

iQ

iQ2 adds

iQ3 adds

15-inch alloy wheels

15-inch alloy wheels gloss

finish

16-inch alloy wheels

Manual air conditioning

Climate control air conditioning

Electrically adjustable
heated door mirrors with
integrated turn indicators

Electrically adjustable and

retractable heated door mirrors
with integrated turn indicators

Remote central locking

Smart Entry and Smart Start

Colour keyed door mirrors

and bumpers

Rain-sensing wipers

LED rear stop lamp

Dusk-sensing headlights

Electrochromatic autodimming rear view mirror

Bi-halogen headlamps with

smoke-finished covers

Leather-trimmed low
profile steering wheel

Chrome rear light cluster trim

Six-speaker audio system

with radio, CD player and
MP3/WMA compatibility
from disc
Auxiliary socket for MP3
player connection
Audio controls on steering
wheel
Tilt-adjustable steering

wheel
Electric windows
Rear window privacy glass
Tonneau cover
ABS with EBD and BA
VSC+ with TRC
Nine airbags

Customisation programme
The Toyota iQ has always been one of the most distinctive cars on the street, but its
individuality is has been made even greater with the introduction in January 2012 of colourful
body and roof decals and a choice of vibrant leather upholstery options.
Customers can mix and match patterns and shades to suit their mood, and with a range of
eight external paint colours, six leather combinations and six roof and body decals, there are
hundreds of possible variations.

Decals
Toyota wanted personalisation options that match iQs distinctive personality and produced a
range of decals that extends from a classic monochrome Check to a psychedelic multicolour
Swirl. The other options are Box (a scattering of colourful quadrilaterals), Bloom (retro
daisies), Pulse (a swoosh of grey strokes) and Aqua (a flow of bubbles).
Each decal design can be specified separately for the cars roof and sides.

Leathers
The six leather options match Nappa leather upholstery for all four seats with toning or
contrasting stitching and fillet inserts around the shoulder area.

The combinations are:

Black leather with platinum fillets and stitching

Platinum leather with black fillets and stitching

Red leather with platinum fillets and stitching

Black leather with Electric Blue fillets and stitching, plus iQ logo on headrest

Black leather with Burnt Orange fillets and stitching, plus iQ logo on headrest

Black leather with red fillets and stitching, plus iQ logo on headrest

The customisation options can be specified for all versions of iQ, but is only available for new
vehicle purchases.

Accessories and options

iQ owners looking for an upgrade will be able to add extra touches to their vehicle with a
choice of accessory packs.
iStyle: exterior styling elements, including chrome side sills, rear chrome garnish and

brushed aluminium scuff plates.

iUrban: comprises rear parking sensors, reversible velour/rubber boot liner and carpet

mats.

With such a high standard specification, there are just two extra-cost options: leather seat
upholstery and a fully integrated satellite navigation system with Bluetooth and iPod
integration.

The individual accessories list includes Bluetooth, DAB audio module, a premium JBL audio
system and a Home Link function that lets the driver control remote operation of things
such as driveway gates and garage doors from inside the car.

LOW NVH AND TOYOTA QUALITY

Acoustic windscreen
Advanced aerodynamics to reduce turbulence and noise
High-quality materials and finish

To achieve a refined feel that goes beyond all other small cars, Toyota paid meticulous
attention to the quality of finish and detailing on iQ inside and out. The consistency and
quality of the design elements create an edgy, refined feel in line with the On-the-Edge
design concept.

To achieve a high level of NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) performance, iQ goes
beyond class-leading interior quietness by delicately balancing the amount of road, engine
and wind noise to control sound quality inside the cabin.

Triple-layer acoustic windscreen

iQ has an advanced, triple-layer acoustic windscreen, which insulates the cabin and reduces
noise intrusion, with a soft interlayer sandwiched between the sheets of glass. This interlayer
is made up of a prevention film between two layers of standard film. The result is a reduction
in noise level by up to 20 per cent in the mid to high-frequency range.

Engineers also developed a clever way of using the air gap between the bonnet panel
insulation and the engine cover to improve insulation of sound from the engine.

Advanced aerodynamics
A closer look at iQ reveals many intelligent design features that combine to reduce drag,
noise and fuel consumption. The complete aerodynamic package gives iQ a very low drag
coefficient, starting at Cd 0.30.

The attention to detail can be witnessed all around the car. Protrusions on the front bumper
not only protect the car in tight parking spaces, but also deflect airflow towards the top of the
vehicle to reduce drag. Underfloor panels cover the fuel tank and rear floor pan, further
reducing drag and lowering noise. Less obvious to spot is a cover on the radiator supports
that cuts turbulence, with strategically placed spats having the same effect around the tyres
and wheels.

By making the A-pillar moulding thicker and wider, the gap between the pillar and its
moulding has been reduced, giving a smoother airflow to the rear of the vehicle. Toyota also
reduced the A-pillar blind spots to give the driver better all-round visibility. Each C-pillar is
fitted with a deflector fin that reduces the drag coefficient by preventing air from sticking to
the cars rear end.

The wheel arches are lined and fitted with spats to cut turbulence as the wheels rotate.
Toyota also developed a special foam material to insulate the frame cavities and thus reduce
noise.

Based on the results of wind tunnel testing, underfloor panels were fitted to iQ to improve
aerodynamics and, again, reduce noise. All round, panel gaps are kept to a minimum, as
smaller gaps mean less turbulence.

High-quality materials and finish

Everything inside iQ communicates a message of quality, from the leather-covered threespoke steering wheel to the sculpted centre console. The textured mouldings of the

dashboard contrast with woven-style polymer mouldings around the central instrument
cluster and there is a soft-touch quality to key elements, such as the curved surface of the
dashboard and the gearshift and parking brake trim.
The centre console has a gloss black finish, with silver inserts on iQ2 and iQ3 models, which,
with the silver coloured door handles, creates the flowing manta ray styling.

iQ TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE
Engine code
Type
Valvetrain
Fuel type
Capacity (cc)
Bore x stroke (mm)
Compression ratio
Max. Power (bhp/kW @ rpm)
Max. Torque (Nm @ rpm)
ENGINE
Engine code
Type
Valvetrain
Fuel type
Capacity (cc)
Bore x stroke (mm)
Compression ratio
Max. Power (bhp/kW @ rpm)
Max. Torque (Nm @ rpm)
TRANSMISSION
Gear ratios
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
Reverse
PERFORMANCE
Engine/transmission
Max. Speed (mph)
0-62mph acceleration (sec)
FUEL CONSUMPTION & EMISSIONS
Combined (mpg)
Urban (mpg)
Extra-urban (mpg)
Fuel tank capacity (l)
CO2 emissions (g/km)
VED band
Insurance groups
BRAKES
Front
Rear
Additional features

1.0 VVT-i
1KR-FE
Three cylinders in-line
12-valve DOHC, chain drive with VVT-i
Premium unleaded (95 RON)
996
71.0 x 83.9
10.5:1
67/50 @ 6,000
91 @ 4,800
1.33 Dual VVT-i
1NR-FE
Four cylinders, in-line
16-valve DOHC with Dual VVT-i
Premium unleaded (95 RON)
1,329
72.5 x 80.5
11.5:1
97/72 @ 6,000
123 @ 4,400
5-speed manual
6-speed manual
3.538
3.538
1.913
1.913
1.310
1.310
1.029
1.029
0.875
0.875
0.700
3.333
3.333
1.0 VVT-i
1.33 Dual VVT-i
5MT
Multidrive
6MT
Multidrive
93
93
106
106
14.7
15.5
11.8
11.6
1.0 VVT-i
1.33 Dual VVT-i
64.2
58.9
54.3
54.3
55.4
47.1
44.1
44.1
70.6
67.3
62.8
62.8
32
99
110
119
120
A
B
C
C
3E to 6E
Ventilated discs
Solid discs
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Brake Assist,

Vehicle Stability Control

SUSPENSION
Front
Rear
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS
Overall length (mm)
Overall width (mm)
Overall height (mm)
Wheelbase
Track front (mm)
Track rear (mm)
Front overhang (mm)
Rear overhang (mm)
Interior length (mm)
Interior width (mm)
Interior height (mm)
VDA
Rear seats up (l)
luggage
One rear seat folded (l)
capacity
Both rear seats folded (l)
Drag coefficient (Cd)
1.0 VVT-i manual
1.0 VVT-i Multidrive
Kerb weight (kg) 1.3 Dual VVT-i manual
1.3 Dual VVT-i
Multidrive
Gross vehicle weight (kg)
STEERING
Type
Ratio
Min. Turning radius tyre (m)
Min. Turning radius body (m)

MacPherson strut
Torsion beam
2,985
1,680
1,500
2,000
1,480
1,460
530
455
1,238
1,515
1,145
32
168
242
0.299
845 880
860 895
930 955
930 955
1,200
Rack & pinion, Electric Power Steering
15.3:1
3.9
4.2

iQ EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS
SAFETY
Driver airbag
Front passenger twin chamber airbag
Front side airbags
Drivers knee airbag
Front passenger seat cushion airbag
Curtain shield airbags
Rear window airbag
Isofix child seat fixings rear seats
Passenger airbag cut-off switch
Front and rear seatbelt reminder system
Front seatbelts with pretensioners and force limiters
Four three-point seatbelts with Emergency Locking Retractor
ABS with EBD and Brake Assist
Steering Assist Vehicle Stability Control (VSC+) with Traction Control
(TRC)
Multi-load path body structure
INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS
Trip computer
Tachometer
Smart entry and push-button start
Satellite navigation with Bluetooth and USB slot
Low profile steering wheel
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE
Electric windows
Dusk-sensing headlights
Rain-sensing windscreen wipers
Electrochromatic auto-dimming rear view mirror
Tilt adjustable steering wheel
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
LED interior lighting
AUDIO
Six-speaker RDS Radio/CD player with MP3/WMA file playing from disc
Audio control joystick mounted on steering wheel
Auxiliary audio socket for portable equipment connection
VENTILATION
Manual air conditioning
Automatic air conditioning
SECURITY
Transponder key engine immobiliser
Vehicle security system
Remote central locking
Alloy wheels with locking wheelnuts
STORAGE
Concealed storage tray beneath rear seats

iQ
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9

iQ2/ iQ3
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9

9
iQ
9
9
8
8
9
iQ
9
8
8
8
9
9
9
iQ
9
9
9
iQ
9
8
iQ
9
9
9
9
iQ
9

9
iQ2/ iQ3
9
9
9
opt
9
2
iQ / iQ3
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
2
iQ / iQ3
9
9
9
iQ2/ iQ3
8
9
2
iQ / iQ3
9
9
9
9
2
iQ / iQ3
9

Detachable Glovebag
Tonneau cover
SEATING, UPHOLSTERY & TRIM
Recline and slide adjustable front seats
Drivers seat height adjustment
50:50 folding rear seats
Leather steering wheel and gear knob trim
Leather upholstery
EXTERIOR & BODY
15-inch alloy wheels
15-inch gloss-finish alloy wheels
16-inch gloss-finish alloy wheels
Colour-keyed door handles and mirrors
Rear privacy glass
Electrically adjustable door mirrors
Heated, retractable door mirrors
Turn indicators integrated in door mirrors
Front fog lamps
LED stop lamp
Smoke-finished headlamp glass
Bi-halogen headlights
Chrome rear light cluster surround
Tyre repair kit
Metallic paint
ENDS

Ref: 130204M

opt
9
iQ
9
9
9
9
8
iQ
std
8
8
9
9
9
8
9
8
9
8
8
8
9
opt

opt
9
2
iQ / iQ3
9
9
9
9
opt
iQ2/ iQ3
8
9 (iQ2)
9 (iQ3)
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
opt