As per the model name, the Toyota Alphard 3.5 is equipped with a naturally aspirated V6 engine displacing 3.5 litres. The new 2GR-FKS engine, introduced during the 2018 model improvement timing, delivers high outputs of 300 PS at 6,600 rpm and 361 Nm of torque at 4,600 rpm. Compared to the model launched in 2016, these are an increase of 29 PS and 21 Nm, all thanks to better valve timing duration (VVTi-W) and Toyota’s dual fuel delivery system via direct and port injections called D-4S.
The Toyota Alphard 3.5 not only gets an improved engine performance in this facelift model from 2018, but also a revamped transmission unit. It now features eight forward ratios, two extra compared to the outgoing model.
The eight-speed transmission contributes to optimum fuel economy. Low gear ratio improves acceleration performance while higher ratios deliver lower engine speeds for highway driving, contributing to enhanced quietness and ride comfort.
Toyota had spent more research and development on the second-generation Toyota Alphard, among the key highlights is the introduction of a new multi-link double-wishbone rear suspension. Thicker high-tensile strength steel plates are used together with structural adhesive to increase body rigidity and achieve a luxurious, comfortable ride with stable handling.
The tyres measure 235/50R18 in size and are Toyo Tranpath R30 type. Manoeuvring into parking lots and multi storey car park ramps is made a little easier thanks to a competitive turning radius of 5.8 metres.
Segment | Executive |
BodyType | MPV |
Transmission | AT |
Capacity | 3.5 L |
Horsepower | 300 PS |
Seats | 7 |
After many years of watching the parallel importers enjoy rapturous sales of the Toyota Alphard, UMW Toyota, the official distributor of Toyota vehicles in Malaysia, were finally granted sales of the second-generation (G/ANH20) Toyota Alphard in 2014.
Toyota Motor Corp. realised the demand for the luxury MPVs outside of Japan made a really strong business sense, as such, both new generations of Toyota Alphard and Vellfire were introduced globally from 2016. UMW Toyota immediately offered the third-generation Toyota Alphard (GGH30) alongside the new Toyota Vellfire.
At the price of RM446,609, there are no competitors to steal market share from the Toyota Alphard. Its sister model, the Toyota Vellfire 2.5 can be considered its closest rival. Nissan did offer the Elgrand 3.5 for a brief moment and has long been unavailable in their showrooms.
No. Toyota Alphard has no launching plans in 2021.
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