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The Toyota Auris is a compact hatchback derived from the Toyota Corolla. Introduced in 2006, the first generation shared the ''E150'' platform with the Corolla, while the second generation compact five-door hatchback and station wagon called the Touring Sports uses the ''E180'' platform. The name "Auris" is based on the Latin word for "gold", ''aurum''. In Europe, Toyota positioned the Auris as the replacement for the Corolla hatchback, while the notchback sedan continued with the Corolla nameplate. For the first generation only, the more luxurious Auris was named Toyota Blade in Japan. The Auris succeeds the Toyota Allex in Japan and the Corolla RunX. Toyota Australia and Toyota New Zealand resisted suggestions from Toyota Japan to adopt the new European Auris name for the Corolla. The Japan model went on sale at "Netz" dealers in 2006, while European models went on sale in 2007. == First generation (E150; 2006–2012) == The Toyota Auris space concept is a concept using Vibrant Clarity design philosophy. It included panoramic glass roof, flat rear passenger floor, high window surfaces, 19-inch alloy wheels, free-form geometric lamps, prominent brake callipers, deep rear bumper with integrated chrome exhausts, gold-coloured body. The vehicle was unveiled at the October 2006 Paris Motor Show. Exterior styling was done by ED², Toyota's European design base located in southern France. The former Kanto Auto Works produced the Auris and Blade from October 2006 to November 2011. The Auris has received a five star cabin protection rating from Euro NCAP for safety.〔 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Toyota Auris」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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