Upcoming facelifted 2021 Toyota Innova explored in the metal

Updated Feb 04, 2021 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

Malaysia and Indonesia now have the facelifted Innova. Maybe we’re next.

Last year in October, Toyota released the facelifted 2021 Toyota Innova in Indonesia. Now, UMW Toyota Motor then launched the refreshed Toyota-mad MPV in the Malaysian market. As such, it seems that it’s only a matter of time before the Philippine market gets the facelifted Toyota Innova. 

So, what’s with the 2021 Innova? One of the most obvious changes made to the Innova’s 2021 refresh is found on its front fascia. It has gained a more compact trapezoidal grille, a sharper-looking pair of LED headlights, and the position and housing of the front fog lamps were changed to look more modern. 

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For the rear, the higher-trip variants received a blacked-out tailgate trim, and the taillights are now surrounded by black pieces that make its L-shape pop-out even more.

For the Malaysia-spec Innova 2.0X, it gets front and rear bumper spoilers, new wheel arch moldings, and revised side skirts. It also gets a new dark grey metallic set of 17-inch alloy wheels.  

A picture of the facelifted Innova 2.0X available in Malaysia

The Malaysia-spec Innova 2.0X

Inside, the Malaysian top-of-the-line Innova now comes standard with black leather upholstery, as well as an electronically adjustable seat for the driver. For entertainment, the top-spec 2.0X and the mid-range variant also gets a 9-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The Indonesian model received the same touchscreen, but without the aforementioned smartphone connectivity software.

In comparison, the current top-spec Toyota Innova for the Philippine market only has a manually adjustable driver’s seat, and a smaller touchscreen with iPod connectivity, Bluetooth, and Aux only.  

A picture of the Toyota Innova V Luxury interior

Inside the Malaysia-spec facelifted Innova V Luxury

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For seating capacity though, not much has changed. The top-of-the-line models still get captain seats and can fit in up to seven, and the rest can still comfortably seat up to eight.

Overall, the new look of the Innova isn’t a subtle change at all. The new trapezoidal grille found on the Malaysian and the Indonesian-spec Innova facelift provides it with a more aggressive look, which of course enhances the MPV’s macho appeal.

Moreover, the top-spec models equipped with the black trim are sportier-looking than the previous version. This is especially true with the Malaysian 2.0X variant, which looks even more aggressive than the Indonesian Luxury V variant.

A picture of the 2021 Toyota Innova V Luxury available in Malaysia

The facelifted, Malaysia-spec 2021 Toyota Innova V Luxury

So, when will Toyota Philippines introduce the facelifted Innova locally? Well, Toyota Motor Philippines will reportedly be launching several new models in 2021. According to the information we have, this includes the facelifted Innova.

When the all-new 2021 Toyota Innova is finally launched, Philkotse.com will be among the first to talk about it, so keep reading here for more updates. 

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Toyota Innova

The Toyota Innova is one of the best-sellers from the leading automotive brand in the country, Toyota Motor Philippines. It is a compact MPV that can accommodate seven occupants while other variants have a seating capacity of eight. The Toyota Innova's prices in the Philippines range from PHP 1,236,000 to PHP 1,789,000. It has seven variants in the market starting with the Innova J, up to the top-spec Innova V.

For the Philippine market, the Toyota Innova 2023 has only one engine option. It uses a 2.8-liter turbodiesel engine capable of producing up to 171 horsepower and 360 Nm of torque. Depending on the variant, the Innova uses a five-speed manual gearbox or a six-speed transmission. Size-wise, this Toyota-made MPV is 4,735mm long, 1,830mm wide, and 1,795mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,750mm, and a ground clearance of 178mm.

The Toyota Innova's competitors in the local market include the Mitsubishi Xpander, Suzuki Ertiga, GAC GN6, and the Maxus G50. 

₱ 1,236,000 - ₱ 1,789,000

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Cesar G.B. Miguel

Cesar G.B. Miguel

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Cesar Guiderone B. Miguel was born and raised in Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte. He graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts in English degree from Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology. He previously worked as a freelance writer for various websites, as a member of the Iligan City Disaster Risk Reduction Management's training staff, and as a medical sales representative.

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