{"id":29415,"date":"2018-06-26T12:21:41","date_gmt":"2018-06-26T10:21:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/autodesignmagazine.com\/?p=29415"},"modified":"2018-06-26T12:27:04","modified_gmt":"2018-06-26T10:27:04","slug":"toyota-aygo-il-restyling","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/autodesignmagazine.com\/en\/2018\/06\/toyota-aygo-il-restyling\/","title":{"rendered":"TOYOTA AYGO, RESTYLING AN ICON"},"content":{"rendered":"

The new Aygo retains its iconic frontal \u2018X\u2019 signature, but it has matured from a two-dimensional graphic into a more powerful, three-dimensional architectural element. The distinctive new frontal design incorporates redesigned Keen Look headlamp clusters, with integral Daytime Running Lights (DRL) further reinforcing Aygo\u2019s striking looks at first sight.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The lower section frames the front grille, emphasising the car stable stance and the agility inherent in a compact vehicle. At the rear, the new LED light guides give the citycar a sophisticated look and make the model instantly recognisable. The unique light signature creates the perception of a compact cabin above a wider lower bumper area, to emphasise the vehicle\u2019s rear width and stability. The new exterior styling is completed with a choice of eight body colours, two of which are new \u2013Rich Blue Metallic and, exclusive to the x-cite grade, Magenta Splash Metallic.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The addition of new 15\u201d technical-look wheel caps and 15\u201d alloys -with a design unique to each grade- further strengthens the premium looks of the new Aygo. On board, upgraded combimeter instrument graphics feature a more three-dimensional effect and a new illumination colour. A more premium Quartz Grey and Piano Black colour scheme has been adopted, and new seat fabrics have been created for most of the grades.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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\u201cThe \u2018X\u2019 graphic is such a strong signature and an integral part of design that we absolutely needed to retain it. The main challenge for our team was to find a new and original way of visualising it while ensuring that it still expresses vehicle\u2019s unique identity. The new interpretation of the \u2018X\u2019 needed to be iconic and original. On the one hand it has to be visually strong because it determines the car\u2019s character and identity; on the other hand it can\u2019t be too busy either. It needs to be a long lasting design, fresh from day one until the end of the vehicle\u2019s lifecycle\u201d, said Elvio D\u2019aprile, Manager at Toyota Motor Europe\u2019s Styling division.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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