Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) officially brought back the Lite Ace as a light commercial vehicle for the local market. The said model came in two forms: the Lite Ace pickup truck, and the Lite Ace Panel Van.
The all-new 2023 Toyota Lite Ace FX Utility van
The brand then follows that said launch by revealing two new Lite Ace variants that are geared to cater to more diverse individuals who are looking for a business mobility transport. The two new variants are the Lite Ace Utility Van, and the Cargo Aluminum Van.
For the Lite Ace Utility Van, it features an FX-type rear body that’s able to seat up to 12 occupants including the driver. And like most utility vans in the market, the seats are arranged in a bench-type jeepney style configuration. But while poised as a people carrier, this version of the Lite Ace can still carry up to 720 kilograms of cargo making it an ideal choice for small to medium enterprises.
The Aluminum Van in turn, gets a box-type, closed cargo rear body that’s best for dry goods, and agricultural businesses. At the most, it can carry 625 kilograms of cargo, according to TMP.
The Lite Ace Aluminum cargo van
Like the other Toyota Lite Ace versions, these two new additions feature halogen lighting, mudguards, and 14-inch steel wheels. Inside, both also come standard with manual air-conditioning, PVC seats, and a 2-DIN AM, FM, USB, and CD-capable audio system with Bluetooth and auxiliary jack connectivity. Safety is then handled by dual front airbags, front seat belts, and a steering lock.
As with the other Lite Ace models, the FX Utility van and Aluminum Van make use of a 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine that’s capable of making up to 94 horsepower and 134 Nm of torque. The said engine is then paired with a five-speed manual gearbox, and power is sent to the rear.
With regards to pricing, the Lite Ace FX Utility Van retails for Php 727,000, whereas the Cargo Aluminum Van is priced at Php 699,000.
The Lite Ace FX from the rear
For the moment, the two new Lite Ace versions are available for pre-order in all Toyota Dealerships nationwide. Their official launch is then expected to happen sometime in September 2022.
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Know more about Toyota Lite Ace 2024
The Toyota Lite Ace is a light commercial vehicle. It was introduced to the local market by Toyota Motor Philippines on July 15, 2022, and it comes in August with different variants. The Lite Ace Panel Van retails at Php 695,000. The Lite Ace Pickup truck is then priced at Php 645,000. The Aluminum Cargo Van then has a price tag of Php 699,000, while the most expensive variant is the FX Utility Van at Php 737,000.
Powering the Toyota Lite Ace is a 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine. At maximum, it can make up to 94 horsepower and 134 Nm of torque.
Size-wise, the Panel Van is 4,045mm long, 1,665mm wide, and 1,930mm in height. The Pickup truck variant meanwhile, is 4,195mm long, 1,675 wide, and 1,920mm tall. The FX utility, then has a length of 4,300mm, a width of 1,675mm, and a height of 2,015. The largest Lite Ace variant is the Cargo utility van, which spans 4,370mm long, 1,675mm wide, and 2,165mm in height.
Locally, the 2023 Toyota Lite Ace competes against the likes of the Suzuki Carry, Mitsubishi L300, Kia K2500, Isuzu Traviz, among others.
₱ 645,000 - ₱ 737,000
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