Toyota has launched a limited-edition model of the Toyota Platinum Etios car in India. The Toyota Etios Platinum edition is accessible on the VX trim with the petrol priced at Rs 7.84 lakh, while the diesel is priced at Rs 8.94 lakh (all prices, ex-showroom Delhi).

The Platinum Etios limited edition premium taps to the car which incorporates a latest paint scheme, dual-tone upholstery, and additional infotainment highlights. There are no mechanical updates on the offering. The Platinum edition is limited to the Etios sedan and is not offered on the Etios Liva hatchback for now.

The Toyota Platinum Etios Limited Edition sports the new Phantom Brown colour scheme, while you additionally get the alternative of Pearl White from the standard version. There aren't any cosmetic changes to the car, since it last received an update last year. The cabin is spruced up with the new dual-tone upholstery to meet up the exterior colour, along with a fresh pattern for the armrest. The large update though is the addition of a 6.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system that supports AUX, USB and Bluetooth connectivity, in addition to voice recognition and remote control. Unlike a lot of its competition though, the infotainment system does not acquire Android Auto or Apple CarPlay connectivity.

Under the hood, the new Toyota Etios is presented in both petrol and diesel versions. The petrol variant draws control from the 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine that is tuned for 89bhp at 5600rpm and 132Nm of peak torque at 3000rpm. The diesel version acquires the 1.4-litre four-cylinder D-4D motor with 67bhp at 3800rpm and 170Nm of peak torque accessible between 1800-2400rpm. Both units are paired to a 5-speed manual transmission.

The new Toyota Etios Platinum Edition will go against the likes of Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire, Ford Figo Aspire, Honda Amaze, Tata Zest and Hyundai Xcent in the Indian market.