neelabh 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2010 I am interested in the Toyota model iQ which is not available in India. Would like to know if this model may be availabe as an import and if yes how and what would it cost. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sgiitk 0 Report post Posted August 31, 2010 Unless it is $40,000+ the homologation will just kill you. Also, spares, service, etc. are big issues. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Durango Dude 2 Report post Posted August 31, 2010 Its roughly 10,000 pounds in the UK translates to roughly 7 L and with a 100% import duty plus other things must come upto 17-18 L otr. Just think of the number of things you can do with that kind of money; unless someone is gifting it, well then go ahead and standout from the crowd. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
designersf 0 Report post Posted August 31, 2010 Get the Fiat 500 for that price. Fiat 500 with better engines and features are headed to India in the future. Wait and get that. It's the best small car in Europe Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sgiitk 0 Report post Posted August 31, 2010 ?10k translates to about $10k taking into account the UK taxation, etc. As it is under $40k it will have to be homologated, i.e. approved by the ARAI etc. Virtually impossible. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sarabjeet 3 Report post Posted August 31, 2010 a dealer i know has a 2007 toyota MRS , 1.8 140 PS , when i asked him how was the import possible , he said they directly import the car and when the car does not tick all criterias they have to pay fine (some % on original value) apart from import duty, to get it in the country. or they can apply for special permission from DGFT<< long proceedure But do u think importing a Toyota IQ is worth all the trouble ? Why not buy a Smart ? u can buy a second hand from mumbai. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
designersf 0 Report post Posted August 31, 2010 Smart? Still doesnt make sense to me. Fiat 500 or Beetle btw, talking of second hand cars, came across a mint condition Nissan R34 GT-R for sale in bangalore for Rs 15 lakhs. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neelabh 0 Report post Posted August 31, 2010 Thanks everyone. Makes sense to buy a 500 or better still a Beetle as suggested designersf. But I think its a Merc compared to the Nano in the small car category and just wish that toyota get atleast a limited edition for Bharat. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
examsure 0 Report post Posted May 4, 2011 thamks guys,Toyota is also my favourite Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TSiVipul 0 Report post Posted May 4, 2011 @Neelabh: Toyota IQ seems to be a senseless option if you consider an import,though if you like the car then as suggested by Sarabjeet,get one second-hand from mumbai,else 500 and Beetle are for you any day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Durango Dude 2 Report post Posted May 4, 2011 For that amount buy a Nano and give it to DC for some outlandish mods and make heads turn. It may set you back by say 5L max. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nand.girnar 0 Report post Posted December 3, 2011 Toyota has now released pricing and specifications for iQ. Now we can expect this car to come to India with a slightly longer wheelbase and detuned engine. Lets hope that this car makes here in 2008. With the sales of Toyota falling in very critical N.American market, they will be mad if iQ doesnt make it into India. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shaggy 0 Report post Posted December 5, 2011 65 Miles or 105 KM is good for the average commuter, however i think they should of added a gasoline powered generator just like what the Chevrolet Volt has and will get people who need more of a range than 65 miles into the EV iQ. I can see myself in the EV iQ since i travel about 70-80 KM's a day give or take. But i do exceed 100 KM's so having a gas generator will be a big plus to me. Too bad we in USA might have to wait a bit longer to get the iQ than those in Europe. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites