Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) finished 2020 as the country’s best-selling car brand yet again. It had a 40.7 percent market share in the local automotive industry that allowed them to dominate the 10 best-selling cars in the Philippine market in 2020. However, TMP is facing some problems when it comes to the fuel pumps installed in some of its vehicles.
Toyota Innova
Last October 2020, we reported that TMP is recalling a total of six models that are affected by the global fuel pump recall. The affected vehicles include the Fortuner, Innova, Corolla Altis, FJ Cruise, Alphard, and Land Cruiser Prado. The initial report by TMP stated that the combined number of affected units is 7,990.
Now, a report published by Carguide.ph states that TMP is expanding its fuel pump recall by adding 2,786 units, which means that the number of affected vehicles is now at 10,776 units. The affected units are still the same models from TMP’s initial announcement. Check the production dates of the affected Toyota vehicle below.
Toyota PH's expanded fuel pump recall
The cause of the recall is the defective fuel pump supplied by Denso. It has been determined that the faulty fuel pump’s plastic impellers have a low molecular density causing the pump to fail prematurely. This leads to engine stalling, loss of power at low speeds, and failure to start.
In line with this, Mazda Philippines has also recalled some of its vehicles last October 2020 due to the same issue. Mazda PH recalled 1,838 units that were manufactured from 2017 to 2019. It includes vehicles such as the Mazda2, Mazda3, Mazda6, MX-5, CX-5, and CX-9.
Included in the recall list are Mazda3 (BN) units made from 2017 to 2019
In the United States, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that more than 2 million vehicles are affected by the faulty fuel pumps manufactured by Denso International America, Inc. According to the NHTSA, the impeller in some of Denso’s low-pressure fuel pump “may crack and deform, potentially causing the fuel pump to fail.”
Denso, on the other hand, said that the defective fuel pumps were sold to a number of vehicle manufacturers such as Ford, Honda, Mazda, Subaru, Toyota, Mitsubishi, and Magnuson Products.
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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 1,261,000 to PHP 1,823,000. It has six variants in the market starting with the Innova J, up to the top-spec Innova V.
For the Philippine market, the Toyota Innova 2024 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.
Toyota Innova's competitors in the local market include the Mitsubishi Xpander, Suzuki Ertiga, GAC GN6, and the Maxus G50.
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Toyota Innova Launch
The current Toyota Innova is the facelifted second-generation which reached our shores in 2021. The popular MPV comes with five variants – the base model J, lower-tier E, middle trim G, and the top-spec V variant. Its sole engine choice is a 2.8-liter inline-4 turbo diesel, and it can either come with a five-speed manual gearbox or a six-speed automatic gearbox. Later in 2024, TMP added the XE AT trim.
Toyota Motor Philippines launched the facelifted second-generation Toyota Innova with a price range from P1,261,000 to P1,823,000.
Toyota Innova Exterior
Upfront, the Toyota Innova features a multi-reflector halogen headlight except for the V variant which comes with LED projector-type headlamps with clearance lamps.
This MPV comes with a colored-keyed bumper and a rear reflector. The grille, however, varies from one variant to another.
The V variants of the Toyota Innova also feature LED fog lights with chrome bezel, as well as a pair of LED daytime running lights. Halogen fog lights and chrome bezels are featured in the rest of the lineup except the J-spec that does not have fog lights.
The G and V variants come with grip-type exterior door handles with chrome accents. The E and J variants only get color-keyed door handles.
This MPV comes with a colored-keyed bumper with a rear reflector
Toyota Innova Interior
Seven people can sit inside the V variant of the Toyota Innova, while the rest of the lineup has an 8-seater cabin. The whole lineup gets a fabric seating material with varying colors depending on the variant. The interior's primary color is black with silver accents on aircon vents and across the dashboard. The trim of the passenger dash accent will change depending on the MPV’s variant.
Tray tables mounted behind the front seats and captain chairs for the second row are available in V variants. For the G variants, foldable tray tables are available that can be stored away easily.
Seven people can sit inside the V variant of the Toyota Innova, while the rest of the lineup has an 8-seater cabin
Overall, the Toyota Innova gets a stylish contemporary interior. The upper part of the dashboard features a flowing shape. The gauge cluster is pretty much the same as that of the Corolla Altis. A 7-inch touch screen is available for V and G variants, the E gets a 6.75-inch unit, while the J gets a 2-DIN unit.
Technology & Safety Features
Handling the entertainment of the Toyota Innova is a 2-DIN touchscreen display that measures 7 inches. It comes as a standard in the V and G. The E, on the other hand, gets a 6.75-inch screen, and the J gets a 2-DIN unit. The touchscreen units are capable of connecting via Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB, Bluetooth, and AUX.
Push-start ignition and automatic climate control are also available in the top variants of Toyota Innova.
Intermittent wipers, along with mist function and time adjuster, are also available in G and V variants that come as standard. The rear wiper is a standard feature in all its lineup, however, it lacks intermittent functions.
Handling the entertainment of the Toyota Innova is a 2-DIN touchscreen display that measures 7 inches
Some of the standard safety features in this popular MPV are driver and passenger airbags, child safety locks, hill-start assist, stability control, ABS with EBD, crash sensors, and front and side-impact beams.
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Toyota Innova Platform & Chassis
Toyota Innova Philippines is a 5-door wagon compact MPV that shares the same platform with the Fortuner and Hilux. It sits on Toyota's IMV platform with a front engine.
The halting is handled by ventilated discs for the front brakes and leading-trailing drum brakes for the rear brakes.
The front suspension of the Toyota Innova is handled by an independent double-wishbone coil. The rear suspension, on the other hand, gets a 4-link coil spring system – the same suspension system used in its predecessor.
Toyota Innova Philippines is a 5-door wagon compact MPV that shares the same platform with the Fortuner and Hilux
Toyota Innova Engine & Drivetrain
The facelifted 2nd-gen Innova only has one engine choice, a 2.8-liter inline-4 turbodiesel. On the six-speed automatic variants, the said engine can make up to 171 horsepower and 360 Nm of torque. On the five-speed manual variants, it can churn out up to 167 horsepower and 343 Nm of torque.
Just like its predecessor, the Toyota Innova comes with a rear-wheel-drive drivetrain.
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Toyota Innova 2024 Price List
Let's check out the Toyota Innova 2024 price in September in the Philippines.
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Toyota Innova 2.8 J Diesel MT | ₱1,261,000 |
| Toyota Innova 2.8 XE Diesel AT | ₱1,375,000 |
| Toyota Innova 2.8 E Diesel AT | ₱1,529,000 |
| Toyota Innova 2.8 G Diesel MT | ₱1,598,000 |
| Toyota Innova 2.8 G Diesel MT (White Pearl Crystal Shine) | ₱1,613,000 |
| Toyota Innova 2.8 G Diesel AT | ₱1,668,000 |
| Toyota Innova 2.8 G Diesel AT (White Pearl Crystal Shine) | ₱1,683,000 |
| Toyota Innova 2.8 V Diesel AT | ₱1,808,000 |
| Toyota Innova 2.8 V Diesel AT (White Pearl Crystal Shine) | ₱1,823,000 |
Toyota Innova Pros & Cons
Pros
- Practical
- Robust
- Decently comfortable
- Generous torque
Cons
- Starts at a slightly higher price than other seven-seater MPV alternatives
- Lacking high-tech safety equipment like driver assist features
Toyota Innova Q&A
1. How much is the fuel tank capacity of the Toyota Innova 2024?
The fuel tank capacity of the Toyota Innova 2024 is about 52L.
The Toyota Innova price Philippines ranges from P1,261,000 to P1,823,000.
3. What are the dimensions of the Toyota Innova 2024?
The dimensions of the Toyota Innova 2024 are respectively 4,755 mm in length, 1,850 mm in width, and 1,795 mm in height.
4. Does Toyota Innova have a reverse camera?
Yes, it does. The manufacturer does equip the Toyota Innova 2024 with reserve sensors and a camera. You can see what is behind the car on the screen.
5. Is Innova 2024 a good buy?
Yes, the Toyota Innova is a good car to buy. Good warranty, durable ride and performance, and fuel economy are big plus points of the car.
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