Kampala, Uganda | Patricia Akankwatsa | CFAO Motors Uganda, formerly Toyota Uganda, recently unveiled the all-new Toyota Belta and Toyota Rumion brands.
Unveiled at the Garden City rooftop on November 19th, the new vehicles are promoted through a campaign dubbed “Drive Brand New, Enjoy Peace of Mind” to encourage more Ugandans to own brand new cars to enjoy the massive benefits such as the 2 years free service and 3 years manufacturer warranty that comes with all vehicles sold by CFAO Motors.
At the public unveiling, Isaac Tegule, Marketing Manager of CFAO Motors said that these are some of the most affordable vehicles in the brand-new vehicle category with the latest tech and suitable to address the continued demand for vehicles with more fuel-efficient engines.
The cars are suited for individuals, families, and small and medium enterprises looking for fuel- efficient yet affordable brand-new vehicles to go about their daily activities.
The Toyota Rumion is a spacious 7-seater multipurpose vehicle (MPV) perfect for a range of needs. Whether you’re doing school runs, family trips or moving into a new house, businesses making deliveries, taxi and hotel cabs, the new Toyota Rumion is the ultimate solution where space meets comfort and versatility meets value.
It has ample legroom, and the interior even accommodates adults in the second and third rows while providing ample luggage space.
The rear 2nd and 3rd rows are easily folded to accommodate all your luggage requirements, giving you more space, more flexibility.
The Toyota Rumion is intelligently compact, yet convenient, stylish, and extremely comfortable.
The Toyota Rumion has a cross-over look thanks to its 180mm ground clearance. Its smooth body and distinct personality are enhanced by 16-inch alloy wheels, large daytime running lamps and a chrome grille that together create a strong impression of boldness and elegance.
The vehicle has an ultra-efficient 1.5-litre petrol engine. It has advanced tech consisting of Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
It also has safety features such as rear parking distance control and Iso-fix child seat anchorage for that perfect drive for your little ones.
On the other hand, the Toyota Belta has an eye-catching look and an upmarket cabin with a host of new-age features. Tegule further stated that “the new Toyota Belta is a statement of progress, defined by its reputation and quality that will resonate with the SMEs, corporate institutions looking to streamline employee transportation and youth in need of a fuel-efficient vehicle.”
The 1.5-litre engine car with compact size makes it easy and affordable to navigate Uganda’s urban jungle.
The Toyota Belta can comfortably seat 5 or carry a load of merchandise to the next side hustle. It boasts of high-tech safety features like an automatic electrochromic rear-view mirror which protects the driver from eye strain caused by the brightness of headlights from vehicles behind which could lead to sight complications.
The Toyota Belta also has LED lights and day running lights that ensure other road users see your vehicle better.
It also has an advanced multimedia infotainment system with a 7-inch touchscreen featuring Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and more.
The Toyota Rumion goes for $ 24,500 while the Toyota Belta goes for $25,000, all duties included, ready to take on the road.
This affordable pricing is coupled with financing options through the official partnership with NCBA Bank, where a customer can purchase the Toyota Rumion or Toyota Belta with up to 95% vehicle financing with a maximum repayment period of 6 years.
In this case, the customer only pays 5% of the car value and starts driving the car while making small and affordable monthly instalments over a period of 6 years with a 60 days (2 months) repayment holiday included.
Both cars also come with free service for 2 years or 50,000km whichever comes first as well as a 3-year manufacturer warranty.