Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) ended 2021 on a strong note as it posted a 46.3 percent market share, maintaining its foothold as the number one car brand in the country. TMP is looking to carry its sales momentum from last year as it plans to bring back its total sales this 2022 at pre-pandemic levels.
2022 Toyota Avanza
The arrival of the 2022 Toyota Raize is the start of TMP’s push to achieve its sales target. In fact, it plans to sell 1,000 Raize units per month. Aside from the Raize, TMP will be bringing in another model this first quarter of 2022, the next-generation Toyota Avanza.
A report from Wheels.ph said that TMP will be launching the 2022 Avanza in March, which is already next month. The next-gen Avanza has already been launched in Indonesia, and it is scheduled to debut in Thailand this February. Specific details for the upcoming PH-spec Toyota Avanza have yet to be released but a quick look at the specs on our ASEAN neighbors could give us a hint on what to expect.
The all-new Toyota Avanza’s exterior comes with a bolder and more aggressive design while the interior features a revamped layout. Aside from the new styling, the Avanza now comes with monocoque or unibody construction as compared to the old ladder-frame design, translating to better ride comfort. It now also comes with a front-wheel-drive layout, which is similar to its segment rivals such as the Mitsubishi Xpander.
Toyota Avanza's revamped interior
In Indonesia, the 2022 Toyota Avanza is powered by either a 1.3-liter or 1.5-liter gasoline engine. The 1.3-liter gasoline power unit delivers 98 hp and 121 Nm of torque while the 1.5-liter engine produces 106 hp and 137 Nm. Transmission options for the all-new Toyota Avanza could either be a five-speed manual or a continuously variable transmission (CVT) with sequential mode.
The Avanza now comes with a better-looking rear
But in the Land of Smiles, the Avanza will reportedly be offered with a 1.5-liter gasoline engine only that is connected to a CVT. Could TMP follow the same route as the reported sole power unit and transmission option of the Thai-spec Avanza? To put things in perspective, the current Avanza available in the Philippines is offered with either a 1.3-liter or a 1.5-liter gasoline engine. It comes with a four-speed automatic transmission except for the entry-level variant that has a five-speed manual gearbox.
2022 Toyota Avanza Veloz
What about the Avanza Veloz? Well, it is available in Indonesia, and it is also said to be included in Thailand. This could mean that TMP will also offer it among the variant options of the upcoming Avanza.
Keep it here on Philkotse to get the latest updates about the upcoming 2022 Toyota Avanza.
Know more about Toyota Avanza 2024
The 2024 Toyota Avanza is a seven-seater MPV, which is now in its third-generation model. Locally, there are four trims for this MPV. These include the Avanza J 1.3 MT, the Avanza E 1.3 MT, Avanza E 1.3 CVT, and the Avanza G 1.5 CVT. Toyota Avanza 2024 Price Philippines starts at ₱838,000 for the entry-level J 1.3 MT, while the top-of-the-line Toyota Avanza G 1.5 CVT is priced at ₱1,065,000
Under the hood, the new Avanza either gets a 1.3-liter inline-4 gasoline, or a larger 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine. At max, the 1.3-liter mill can make up to 97 horsepower and 122Nm of torque. Meanwhile, the 1.5-liter can produce up to 105 horsepower and 138 Nm of torque.
There are two transmissions available for the 202 Toyota Avanza. Depending on the variant, it either gets a five-speed manual gearbox, or a continuously variable transmission with a gear lever manual mode. As of this new third-gen version, the Avanza is now a front-wheel-drive vehicle.
Size-wise, the new Avanza has a length of 4,395mm, and a width of 1,730mm. The Avanza G comes with the tallest height at 1,700mm. The E meanwhile comes next with its height of 1,690mm, while the J is the shortest at 1,665mm. All comes with a wheelbase length of 2,750mm.
Locally, the Avanza rivals the likes of the Suzuki Ertiga, Mitsubishi Xpander, Honda BR-V, among others.
Toyota Avanza Launch
Initially, the 2024 Toyota Avanza was initially introduced on November 10, 2021, in Indonesia. Later in March 2022, it made its way to the Philippine market, where it has four different variants.
These variants are the J, the E, and the top-spec G, and their price ranges from Php 813,000 to Php 1,039,000.
Toyota Avanza Exterior
On the outside, the new Avanza comes standard with a pair of LED headlamps, front foglamps, LED taillights, and a rear spoiler. All come with a length of 4,395mm, and a width of 1,730mm. The J is the shortest from the ground with a height of 1,665mm. The E comes next with a height of 1,690mm, while the top-spec G is the tallest at 1,700mm.
All come with a wheelbase length of 2,750mm. The lightest trim is the J with a 1,090kg curb weight, whereas the heaviest is the G with a 1,140kg curb weight.
The G then rides on a set of 16-inch alloy wheels. The mid-spec E gets 15-inch alloy wheels, while the entry-level J has 15-inch steel wheels.
Toyota Avanza Interior
Inside, all Avanza trims can seat up to seven occupants. All are also equipped with two-tone fabric-clad seats, a 60:40 tumble slide first row, and a 50:50 tumble down second row with a sofa mode.
Only the top-spec G has a tilt and telescopic steering column, a push-to-start button, a 4.2-inch TFT multi-information display, and steering wheel-mounted audio controls.
Tech and Safety
For on-board entertainment, the E and G trims come standard with an eight-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity. The J meanwhile, has a smaller 6.45-inch display audio that only comes with Bluetooth, Aux-in, and USB connectivity. Both headunits are linked to a four-piece speaker system.
For safety, the top-spec G has six airbags, while the rest get dual front airbags. Standard on all trims is stability control, hill-start assist, ISOFIX child seat tethers, and speed-sensing door locks, among others. Only the E and the G trims get a parking camera, rear parking sensors, a car alarm, and an engine immobilizer.
In addition to those, the top-of-the-line Avanza G is also equipped with blind spot monitoring, as well as rear-cross traffic alerts.
Platform & Chassis
The 2024 Toyota Avanza uses the new DNGA-B platform. It shares this with the Toyota Raize. That said, the latest version of the Avanza now uses a front-wheel-drive layout.
Suspension-wise, the said model gets a Macpherson strut for the front, and a torsion beam for the rear. Braking is then managed by front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.
Toyota Avanza Engine & Drivetrain
The two engine options for the 2024 Toyota Avanza include a 1.3-liter and 1.5-liter engine. Both are gasoline-powered, and both are inline-4s.
At maximum, the 1.3-liter engine can make up to 97 horsepower and 122 Nm of torque. The 1.5-liter engine meanwhile, can churn out 105 horsepower and 138Nm of torque.
The J and the E are then available with a five-speed manual gearbox. In turn, only the E and the G may come with a CVT.
The Philippine-spec 2024 Toyota Avanza has five different color options. These include Greenish Gun Metal Mica Metallic, Silver Metallic 4, Black Metallic 1, Dark Red Mica Metallic, and White.
The new 2024 Toyota Avanza now shares the same layout as its local rivals. It is now front-wheel-drive, and it is now a true-blue unibody vehicle. Power-wise, its 1.5-liter version is still on-par with the likes of the Suzuki Ertiga and the Mitsubishi Xpander. It has also gained a larger overall size, so it is now a match against its competitors when it comes to providing usable interior space. As of the update, the new Avanza has also become one of the few models in its class with blind spot monitoring and rear-cross traffic alert.
Toyota Avanza Pros & Cons
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Toyota Avanza FAQs
1. Is Toyota Avanza Philippines a good car?
Yes, it is. Because Avanza provides a comfortable driving experience. In 2021, it is four out of the top 10 best-selling cars in the Philippines come with seven seats.
2. Is Avanza 2024 a 7-seater?
Yes, it is true.
3. How much does a Toyota Avanza 2024 cost?
The cheapest is Toyota Avanza J 1.3 MT 838,000 PHP and the highest is Toyota Avanza G 1.5 CVT 1,065,000 PHP.
4. Is Avanza Philippines a SUV?
No, it isn’t. Avanza 2024 is a seven-seater MPV.
5. What is the length of Toyota Avanza Philippines?
The wheelbase length is 2,750mm.
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