Toyota released the fully remodeled 40 series Alphard and Vellfire on June 21, 2023. The lineup includes gasoline vehicles, turbo vehicles, and hybrid vehicles (HEV), but the hybrid system for the tuned 2.5L engine has been completely redesigned. Although he has a maximum system output of 250ps, he is a threat and boasts an outrageous WLTC mode fuel consumption of 17.7km/L (2WD). This is the most recommended engine in the lineup.
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New “Alphard” and “Vellfire” 2.5L in-line 4-cylinder direct injection engine D-4S for hybrid vehicles
The hybrid system for the 2.5L engine tuned to the new Alphard and Vellfire specifications will be completely renewed. The 2.5L THSⅡ pursues excellent power performance and low fuel consumption at a high level through the synergy of compact, lightweight, low-loss technology and the high combustion efficiency and high output of the new TNGA engine. Achieving high start-up acceleration performance that completely changes the image of hybrid vehicle driving, and driving that is full of direct feeling. In addition to improving system efficiency when driving at high speeds, high-speed fuel efficiency is also improved by allowing the engine to operate intermittently even at high vehicle speeds.
spec | D-4S + motor (THSⅡ) |
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engine | 2.5L inline 4-cylinder direct injection engine + motor |
Maximum output | 140kW (190ps) / 6,000rpm |
Maximum torque | 236Nm (24.1kgm) / 4,300-4,500rpm |
Front motor maximum output |
134kw (182ps) |
Front motor maximum torque |
270Nm (27.5kgm) |
Rear motor maximum output |
40kw (54ps) |
Rear motor maximum torque |
121Nm (12.3kgm) |
System maximum output | 184w (250ps) |
transmission | Electric continuously variable transmission |
Drive system | 2WD/4WD (E-Four) |
WLTC mode fuel consumption | 17.5-17.7km/L (2WD) 16.5-16.7km/L (4WD) |
The lowest grade of hybrid cars, Z, is not cheap at 6,200,000 yen. Gasoline grade “Z” starts from 5,400,000 yen, which is a difference of 800,000 yen. The gasoline grade continues to use the 2.5L inline 4-cylinder + Super CVT-i, which is probably the reason for the price difference. However, if you look at the specs, you’ll find that it has an attractive fuel efficiency (17.5-17.7km/L) comparable to that of an old compact car, and a maximum system output of 184w (250ps) with perfect driving performance. Considering resale value, a hybrid vehicle is definitely the choice.
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About the new Alphard and Vellfire
Adopts the newly developed “GA-K platform” of TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) .
Equipped with new engines: “ 2.5L inline 4-cylinder direct injection engine (Dynamic Force Engine) + hybrid system ” and “2.4L direct injection turbo engine .”
Equipped with the latest version of ” Toyota Safety Sense ( TSS3 )”. Equipped with advanced driving support technology Toyota Teammate [Advanced Drive] .
The front seat has a 12.3-inch large full LCD digital meter, 14 – inch display audio, T-Connect SD navigation system + Yamaha premium sound system (all higher grades), and the rear seat entertainment system has a 14.1-inch display . It features a JBL premium sound system (15 speakers), Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto . Equipped with DCM in-vehicle communication device as standard.
Equipped with a power back door (with anti-pinch function) (all advanced grades).
Adopts a hands-free sliding door (all advanced grades).
Advanced Park (HV has remote function) Operation guidance via screen display, voice, and buzzer sounds, and by operating the steering wheel, shift position, accelerator, and brake, you can reverse park or parallel park near the target parking position confirmed on the screen. Assist in exiting from parking. Additionally, a dedicated smartphone app is available, allowing you to park remotely from outside the vehicle.
Vellfire
Vellfire
Although it maintains the same concept as the previous model, the exterior design and front and rear bumper designs have been changed. Continuing from the previous generation , it uses ” flowing turn signals (sequential turn lamps) “. The body size (total length 4,995mm, total width 1,850mm, total height 1,935mm, wheelbase 3,000mm) is maintained within the size limit for general mechanical parking lots (total length 5,000mm x total width 1,850mm or less). It uses a newly developed platform called TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) , which was adopted from the new Prius released in December 2015 . The engine model is equipped with a “ 2.5L inline 4-cylinder direct injection engine (Dynamic Force Engine) ” that achieves the same maximum thermal efficiency of over 40% as the new Camry . This engine is also used in the hybrid model, which uses a smaller, lighter hybrid system called “High Performance Multi-Stage THS II” to improve fuel efficiency. The new Alphard/Vellfire Hybrid uses the same 2AR-FXE 2.5L straight-4 DOHC+ motor as the Camry Hybrid, and has a WLTC mode fuel economy of 16.5-17.7km/L. The previous model only had a 4WD (E-Four) hybrid model, but this time, for the first time, a 2WD (FF) model will be available. Additionally, the eight-seater model was discontinued.
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The interiors of the new Alphard and Vellfire have significantly evolved.
The front seats feature the latest steering wheel and shift knob of the latest design, which is shared with the new Prius and Crown. The electric parking brake and hold button are very easy to press, and the charging position is very convenient, just by placing it next to the drink holder. A 12.3 – inch large full LCD digital meter , 14-inch display audio, T-Connect SD navigation system + JBL premium sound system (15 speakers) , and a 13.2-inch display (optional) are used for the rear seat entertainment system. It uses Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Equipped with DCM in-vehicle communication device as standard. (Executive Lounge is standard equipment)
14 inch display audio
12.3 inch large full LCD digital meter
latest shift knob
Furthermore, the rear seats feature a “super long overhead console” and “twin dimming panoramic roof”, as well as “LED roof color illumination”, just like the previous model. The top-of-the-line “Executive Lounge” rear seats are luxuriously equipped with “seat reclining” and “relaxation” functions, as well as a “heat seat” ottoman and armrest. Furthermore , it has two ” centralized control touch panels ” that allow you to intuitively operate various comfort equipment such as the TV .
“ Universal steps ” are installed on both sides (optional). Although the third row seat is a flip-up type, the two-stage mechanism allows for more movement in the second row than in the previous model, increasing the variety of seat arrangements.
universal step
The moonroof’s shades are independent on the left and right sides, allowing each customer to simultaneously meet their individual wishes, such as wanting to see the sky or block out the sun. In addition, the side sunshade is a descending type, a first for Toyota.
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New Alphard specs
spec | alphard hybrid model |
Alphard |
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full length | 4,995mm | 4,995mm |
full width | 1,850mm | 1,850mm |
Overall height | 1,935mm | 1,935mm |
Wheelbase | 3,000mm | 3,000mm |
engine | In-line 4-cylinder 2.5L direct injection engine D-4S + motor (THSⅡ) |
Inline 4 cylinder 2.5L engine |
Maximum output | 140kW (190ps) / 6,000rpm |
134kW (182ps) / 6,000rpm |
Maximum torque | 236Nm (24.1kgm) / 4,300-4,500rpm |
235Nm (24.0kgm) / 4,100rpm |
Front motor maximum output |
134kw (182ps) | – |
Front motor maximum torque |
270Nm (27.5kgm) | – |
Maximum system output | 184w (250ps) | – |
transmission |
Electric continuously variable transmission | Super CVT-i |
Drive system | 2WD E-Four (4 wheel drive system) |
2WD 4WD |
WLTC mode fuel consumption | 17.5-17.7km/L (2WD) 16.5-16.7km/L (4WD) |
10.6km/L (2WD) 10.3km/L (4WD) |
Riding capacity | 7 people | 7 people |
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What is the price and grade of the new Alphard Vellfire?
There are three grades to choose from for the new Alphard: the top grade “Executive Lounge”, the intermediate grade “Z”, and the entry grade “G”. (The previous model had 8 types: “X”, “S”, “SC”, “SR”, “G”, “GF”, “SC”, and “Executive Lounge”) . There are two types to choose from.
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Alphard
grade | engine | Drive system | Price (10%) |
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Z | 2.5 L in-line 4-cylinder direct injection engine + Direct Shift-CVT |
2WD | 5,400,000 yen |
Z | 2.5 L in-line 4-cylinder direct injection engine + Direct Shift-CVT |
4WD | 5,598,000 yen |
Z | 2.5 L in-line 4-cylinder direct injection engine + motor THSⅡ (hybrid) |
2WD | 6,200,000 yen |
Z | 2.5 L in-line 4-cylinder direct injection engine + motor THSⅡ (hybrid) |
4WD | 6,420,000 yen |
Executive Lounge |
2.5 L in-line 4-cylinder direct injection engine + motor THSⅡ (hybrid) |
2WD | 8,500,000 yen |
Executive Lounge |
2.5 L in-line 4-cylinder direct injection engine + motor THSⅡ (hybrid) |
4WD | 8,720,000 yen |
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Vellfire
grade | engine | Drive system |
Price (10%) |
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Z Premium | 2.5 L in-line 4-cylinder direct injection engine + motor THSⅡ (hybrid) |
2WD | 6,900,000 yen |
Z Premium | 2.5 L in-line 4-cylinder direct injection engine + motor THSⅡ (hybrid) |
4WD | 7,120,000 yen |
Z Premium | 2.4L direct injection turbo engine + Direct Shift-8AT |
2WD | 6,550,000 yen |
Z Premium | 2.4L direct injection turbo engine + Direct Shift-8AT |
2WD | 6,748,000 yen |
Executive Lounge |
2.5 L in-line 4-cylinder direct injection engine + motor THSⅡ (hybrid) |
2WD | 8,700,000 yen |
Executive Lounge |
2.5 L in-line 4-cylinder direct injection engine + motor THSⅡ (hybrid) |
4WD | 8,920,000 yen |