Toyota Rush 2018 receives a five-star safety rating from ASEAN NCAP

Updated Sep 16, 2020 | Same topic: Latest Consumer Reports

The Toyota Rush 2018 reached an overall score of 84.03/100 in the tests.

Lately, the ASEAN New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) has stringently tested the rigidity and safety system of the Toyota Rush 2018. The test’s result is good as expected - the Rush is rated 5 stars for its safety, based on the 2017 – 2020 rating system.

84.03/100 is the overall score for the Rush in terms of safety assist, child occupancy protection and adult occupancy protection. In both side impact and frontal tests, both the front occupants got effective protection for their knees and heads.

Toyota Rush 2018 in ASEAN New Car Assessment Program's test

The Rush is rated at 5 stars for its safety, based on the 2017 – 2020 rating system

However, the driver possibly gets minor injuries on their chest and lower legs during a frontal crash. Speaking of protection for children, the Toyota Rush 2018 achieved top mark thanks to its rear-facing kid seats.

The 7-seater also got top scores for its variety of safety systems including seatbelt reminders for the rear, front occupants and driver, hill-start support, car stability control with traction control, an emergency stop signal and anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution. Besides, the Rush 2018 is also offered 6 standard airbags.

toyota rush 2018 on display at its philippine debut

The 7-seater also got top scores for its variety of safety systems

According to the latest car news, the PH-spec Rush will come equipped with all aforementioned safety systems, along with 6 airbags for front side and curtain shield, occupants and the driver.

Now let’s take a look at the up-to-date Toyota Rush 2018 price in the Philippines, drive home and have safe journeys with this excellent car:

Toyota Rush 2018 price in the Philippines
Model  Price
Toyota Rush 1.5 E MT (5 seats)  P948,000
Toyota Rush 1.5 E AT (5 seats)  P988,000
Toyota Rush 1.5 G AT (7 seats)  P1,070,000

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Toyota Rush

The Rush 2023 is Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP)’s entry to the local competitive multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) segment. Considering its relatively large size and affordable pricing, the MPV is regarded by some as an entry-level SUV to the Japanese car brand. Toyota Rush Price in the Philippines ranges from PHP 983,000 to PHP 1,176,000 with 3 different variants. Under the hood, it is powered by a 1.5-liter 2NR-VE inline-4 DOHC gasoline engine that makes 102 hp and 134 Nm of torque. This engine can be connected to either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. Dimensions-wise, the Rush spans 4,435 mm in length, 1,695 mm in width, and 1,705 mm in height. In the local market, this vehicle from Toyota Philippines competes against the likes of the Mitsubishi Xpander and Honda BR-V.

There are many SUV-like features that the Toyota Rush offers such as a relatively high ground clearance rated at 220 mm and its new seating configuration that makes seven as standard across all variants. It is considered as one of the best value for money especially for those who wish for a relatively affordable family car. In other markets, the Toyota Rush is called the Daihatsu Terios due to the Japanese automaker's partnership with Daihatsu Motor.

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