Toyota Motor Philippines is set to expand its Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) model lineup with the introduction of the 2023 Innova Zenix. Toyota PH will offer two trims of the new model that are equipped with either a gasoline engine or a gasoline-electric hybrid.
2023 Toyota Innova Zenix Hybrid
The current Innova that’s offered in the Philippine market will not be discontinued as Toyota PH will continue selling it alongside the new Innova Zenix, which will serve as the new flagship model of the said MPV.
The non-hybrid variant comes with a 2.0-liter dual VVT-i gasoline engine that puts out 172 horsepower and 205 Nm of torque. The Toyota Innova Zenix Hybrid, on the other hand, is fitted with the same 2.0-liter gasoline engine but it delivers 184 hp and 187 Nm. It then gets an additional 113 hp and 201 Nm of torque from its electric motor. Both Innova Zenix trims come with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) sending power to the front wheels.
The Innova Zenix Hyrid will retail at P1,953,000
Toyota Philippines is looking to launch the new Innova Zenix on June 22 with the non-hybrid version getting the V CVT variant name while the hybrid trim with Q Hybrid CVT. The car brand’s new flagship MPV will be fitted with LED headlights and fog lights while the top-spec Innova Zenix Q Hybrid CVT gets LED daytime running lights (DRLs).
The Q Hybrid CVT will also get leather seats with an 8-way power adjustment for the driver’s seat. Of note, the non-hybrid trim comes with fabric seats. Meanwhile, both Innova Zenix variants will have second-row captain seats with the top-spec trim getting a power recline function.
Interior of the Innova Zenix Hybrid
Both variants will have power folding side mirrors, an electronic parking brake with auto brake hold, a power tailgate, and a 10.1-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Standard features also include automatic climate control, paddle shifters, rear parking sensors, and USB Type C ports.
The conventional rear camera is fitted on the non-hybrid Innova Zenix while the hybrid version is equipped with a panoramic view monitor. The hybrid version is also most likely to be integrated with Toyota Safety Sense, which includes safety features such as a pre-collision system, auto high beam, lane assist/keeping assist, lane departure warning, and dynamic radar cruise control.
The non-hybrid Innova Zenix will retail at Php 1,670,000 while the Toyota Innova Zenix Hybrid will be offered at Php 1,953,000.
The color options for the 2023 Toyota Innova Zenix include Dark Steel Mica, Blackish Brown Mica, Attitude Black Mica, Gray Metallic, Silver Metallic, and Platinum White Pearl Mica (additional Php 15,000).
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Know more about Toyota Innova 2024
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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