Updated Toyota Alphard and Velfire

25 December 2017

Along with the changed appearance and technical stuffing

In Japan, was presented the updated version of the Toyota Alphard minivan and the Toyota Velfire. Now looks more luxurious Alphard and Velfire got more daring style. The designers of the Japanese brand have changed the headlights and taillights, front grille, bumpers and trunk lid. In the interior there are new color combinations dashboard.

One of the key metamorphosis from the point of view of technology is to replace the 3.5-liter engine 2GR-FE on a more recent version of the 2GR-FKS with the same working volume. Power increased from 280 to 301 horsepower, torque is up from 344 to 361 N·m. Also replaced the six-speed "automatic" came a new automatic transmission with eight speeds. In addition, Toyota says increased torsional rigidity.

In addition, Alphard and Velfire will now apply the second generation system, Toyota Safety Sense P. It includes the functions of automatic braking in front of obstacle Pre-Collision System. Electronics capable of detecting pedestrians and cyclists even at night. Tracing system, Lane Assist and Lane Departure Alert will monitor not only the markup but also the side of the road: in case of danger the driver will be informed.

Sales of new versions of the Toyota Alphard and Velfire Toyota will be launched in Japan for the eighth of January. The initial price of the Alphard will be 3 354 480 yen (about 1 720 000). Russia will continue to be supplied to only the top versions of the Alphard. At the moment the minimum cost of a minivan is 3 578 000 roubles. Most likely, an updated modification will be even more expensive.