Launched in Malaysia side-by-side in October 2023, the Toyota Alphard and Vellfire MPV duo proceed to supply MPV-shaped luxurious autos at two distinct value factors, with RM100k between them. The 2024 Alphard is priced at RM538,000, whereas the 2024 Vellfire is priced at RM438,000, each costs being on-the-road with out insurance coverage.
The most recent era for every MPV mannequin sees the usage of Toyota New World Structure (TNGA) platform in GA-Okay type, and the Alphard replaces the three.5 litre NA V6 with a 278 PS/430 Nm 2.4 litre turbocharged petrol V6 with an eight-speed Direct Shift typical computerized. In the meantime, the Vellfire carries over the 2AR-FE 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine with the Tremendous CVT-i transmission with seven digital ratios.
As our man Danny Tan explains within the launch studies, the Alphard and Vellfire for the Malaysian market are given a novel powertrain specification in comparison with Japan, the place the Alphard will get a 2.5 litre NA and hybrid powertrains, whereas the outwardly sportier Vellfire will get the hybrid and the turbo mill. The choice is considerably flipped for Malaysia, probably because of the Alphard being given larger positioning.
Externally, the Alphard is the marginally longer of the 2 fashions at 5,010 mm lengthy in comparison with the Vellfire at 5,005 mm lengthy. They’re equivalent in different key exterior dimensions, of 1,850 mm in width, 1,950 mm in top and three,000 mm in wheelbase size.
These haven’t grown by a lot on the skin, although the cabin will get an added 5 mm between the primary and second row seats, and 10 mm extra between the second and third row seats. Unseen from the skin are structural updates that carry a claimed 50% in physique rigidity, with the added use of rubber bushings and reminiscence foam in seats for round 30% much less vibration, says Toyota.
Visible variations between the 2 MPVs are discovered of their respective entrance fascia designs in addition to of their headlamp and tail lamp designs, although their frontal styling is arguably extra alike now than earlier than. Each get 19-inch two-tone alloy wheels, shod in 225/55R19 tyres.
Inside, commonalities prolong to the dashboard structure, which brings a 12.3-inch digital instrument show and a 14-inch infotainment touchscreen unit in each fashions. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto function in each, as do a 15-speak JBL sound system and wi-fi gadget charging. What the Alphard will get over the Vellfire are electrostatic switches and paddle shifters.
Widespread to each the Alphard and Vellfire are the eight-way energy adjustable driver’s seat and four-way energy adjustable entrance passenger seat, and each entrance seats get heating and air flow. Customary package as specified by UMW Toyota embrace entrance and rear dashcams.
The second row is the central attraction for each the Alphard and Vellfire, even when they’re each seven-seaters. Right here, the Alphard on this Govt Lounge specification is distinguished by a pair of VIP chairs that are wider that the models within the Vellfire, which require the usage of digital sliders to make room for entry to the third row whereas the Vellfire permits area between the second-row seats.
These on the Vellfire are nonetheless generously geared up, getting powered adjustment, ottoman, air flow and heating, a USB charger and a shared flip-up tray between the seats. These within the Alphard go additional with removable phone-like controls for audio, local weather, 64-colour roof lighting, seats, plus a desk with self-importance mirror and a relax-recline with therapeutic massage operate.
Each the Alphard and Vellfire get a pair of glass roof panels over the second row, with one over every seat. The roof of the the Alphard additionally will get a 14-inch flip-down display screen which the Vellfire doesn’t get, although each fashions obtain sunglass compartments, lights, controls and air-conditioning vents.
For augmenting security on the transfer, the Alphard will get the Toyota Security Sense 3.0 suite that packs Pre-collision System (PCS), Lane Departure Alert (LDA), Dynamic Radar Cruise Management (DRCC) with Lane Tracing Help (LTA), Street Signal Help (RSA) and Adaptive Excessive-beam System (AHS).
These are joined by Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross Site visitors Alert (RCTA), six airbags, a tyre stress monitoring system and Isofix little one seat mounts. Added by UMWT as commonplace package are the aforementioned entrance and rear dashcams, automobile telematics system and photo voltaic/safety window movie; the security package additionally applies to the Vellfire.
2024 Toyota Alphard and Vellfire in Malaysia
2024 Toyota Alphard Govt Lounge in Malaysia
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