2023 Toyota Alphard 2.4T Exec Lounge, Vellfire 2.5L open for pre-order in Malaysia – estimated RM438-RM538k
UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has officially announced the start of taking orders for the all-new model Toyota Alphard and Vellfirethat is announced globally just a few days ago. Both models are now built on the GA-K version of Toyota’s New Global Architecture (TNGA) for increased rigidity and an even bolder design than before.
As suggested by a price list posted by local dealers recently, the Alphard will be available in Executive Lounge guise with a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a Direct Shift eight-speed automatic transmission. Although not specified in the release, the turbocharger is most likely the T24A-FTS with 279 PS (275 hp or 205 kW) and 430 Nm of torque.
It should be noted that the Alphard we are receiving is different from what is offered in Japan. There, the Alphard doesn’t have a turbo powertrain available, with the only options available being a hybrid and naturally aspirated setup.
Switching to the Vellfire, it will come with a 2.5-liter engine and a Super CVT-i transmission with seven virtual speeds. It’s not mentioned if the powertrain is hybrid or all-NA – the former is what’s available in Japan – but the sportier MPV will come with a Performance Front strut that is said to offer. efficient power transmission as well as ensuring excellent handling and excellent stability.
The standard kit mentioned for both MPVs includes full LED headlights with sequential turn signals, leather seats, wood grain trim, a fixed panoramic sunroof, and 64-color ambient lighting. and adjustable reading lights.
In front of the driver is a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster as well as a windshield display, while the creature comforts that passengers will enjoy are heating and ventilation functions for the first row and Monday.
The Alphard Executive Lounge, which has a 2-2-3 seating arrangement, adds luxury with the standard second-row captain’s massage function. There is also the Hybrid Long Slide system that allows the second row of seats to slide up to 480 mm in both MPV models (electric and manual operation in Alphard, manual operation in Vellfire). The seat used also has an Anti-Vibration Structure that reduces the impact of driving on bumpy and uneven roads.
The Toyota Safety Sense suite of driver assistance systems is standard on the Alphard and Vellfire, with available functions being Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning, Traffic Sign Assist and High Beam System. adaptive – automatic emergency braking will also be included.
In terms of colors, UMWT is offering four options, namely Platinum White Pearl, Precious Metal and Black, of which Precious Leo Gold is exclusive to Alphard and is the option priced at RM1,000. As for pricing, we only get estimates for now, with the Alphard 2.4T Executive Lounge listed at RM538,000 on uninsured road, while the Vellfire 2.5 is RM438,000.
LIBRARY: 2023 Toyota Alphard and Vellfire
