Toyota Motor Philippines is looking to ramp up its presence in the local crossover market. To do just that, it has recently brought in the all-new 2022 Toyota Raize as its entry into the subcompact crossover segment.
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It is set to compete against the likes of the MG ZS, Hyundai Venue, Ford EcoSport, Kia Stonic, Chery Tiggo 2, Geely Coolray, among others.
So, what is the 2022 Toyota Raize offering? Let’s talk about it in detail.
Exterior
To start, the Raize comes in a compact form factor that’s sure to do well within the tight confines of city streets. Specifically, it has a length of 4,030mm, a width of 1,710mm, and a height of 1,605mm. Then again, it also has a ground clearance of 200mm, which can be useful in dealing with the occasional rough bumpy road.
The Raize from the side
Style-wise, the Raize assumes the current design language followed by contemporary Toyota crossover models. It is sharp-looking, and it comes standard with a pair of LED taillights, and a shark fin antenna.
The top-spec Toyota Raize variant is fitted with LED headlamps, power-folding side mirrors, and a two-tone body paint. The Raize then rides on 16-inch or 17-inch alloy wheels, depending on the variant.
Check out its rear end
Interior
As with its similarly sized competitors, the Raize can seat up to five occupants. The top-spec 1.0 Turbo CVT and the mid-spec G CVT version also provide a wealth of on-board amenities which include a push to start button, digital gauge cluster, automatic air-conditioning, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.
The Raize's well-arranged cockpit
The entry-level Raize E MT and E CVT in turn gets manual air-conditioning, a urethane steering wheel, a turn key starter, and an analog gauge cluster.
Tech & Safety
To keep its occupants entertained, the 1.0 Turbo trim is kitted out with a nine-inch headunit, while the G and E trims come with an eight-inch headunit. Both are capable of connecting to smartphones through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
On the 1.0 Turbo and G variants is a set of six speakers, while the E variants come standard with four speakers.
The Raize 1.0 Turbo's nine-inch touchscreen headunit
Safety-wise, all Toyota Raize variants are equipped with anti-lock braking, stability control, hill-start assist, a child restraint system, an engine immobilizer, and a rear parking sensor.
Both the Raize 1.0 Turbo and the G have a reverse camera. Only the top-spec 1.0 Turbo variant gets driver-assist technologies. These include blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.
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For airbags, the E and G trims get two for the front cabin, whereas the top-spec 1.0 Turbo adds on to the front airbags with a side-front airbag, and a curtain shield airbag.
Engine
There are two engine options for the Philippine-spec 2022 Toyota Raize. The more powerful one is found on the top-of-the-line variant, and it’s a 1.0-liter turbocharged inline-3 gasoline mill. At maximum, it can make up to 97 horsepower and 140 Nm of torque.
The G and the E trims meanwhile, use a 1.2-liter inline-3 gasoline engine rated at 87 horsepower and 113 Nm of torque.
The top-spec Raize's 1.0-liter inline-3 1KR-VET gasoline engine.
Both the 1.0 Turbo and the G use a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The entry-level E trim can have a CVT or a five-speed manual gearbox.
Lastly, the Toyota Raize is a front-wheel-drive vehicle that uses the Daihatsu New Global Architecture.
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Price
View Detail at: Toyota Raize Price Philippines
| Toyota Raize Variants | Price |
| Raize E 1.2 MT | Php 746,000 |
| Raize E 1.2 CVT | Php 816,000 |
| Raize G 1.2 CVT | Php 906,000 |
| Raize 1.0 Turbo CVT | Php 1,031,000 |
| Raize 1.0 Turbo CVT (White Pearl) | Php 1,036,000 |
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Know more about Toyota Raize 2024
The Toyota Raize is a subcompact crossover for the Philippine market. It is a rebadged version of the Daihatsu Rocky, which was first introduced back in 2019 at the Tokyo Motor Show.
For the Philippines, the Raize is offered in four variants. Toyota Raize price range starts at Php 751,000 for the entry-level Raize E MT variant, to Php 1,068,000 for the top-spec Raize Turbo CVT variant.
The Raize has two engine options. Under the hood of the E and G trims is a 1.2-liter inline-3 engine capable of making up to 87 horsepower and 113 Nm of torque. It is then paired with a continuously variable transmission or a five-speed manual gearbox. The top-spec version then uses a 1.0-liter turbocharged engine making 97 horsepower and 140 Nm of torque. It is then paired with a CVT. For all variants, power is then sent to its front wheels.
Size-wise, the Toyota Raize is 4,030mm long, 1,710mm wide, and 1,605mm high. It then has a wheelbase length of 2,525mm, and a ground clearance of 200mm.
Locally, the Toyota Raize competes against the likes of the MG ZS, Ford EcoSport, Kia Stonic, Mazda CX-3, Geely Coolray, among others.
Toyota Raize Launch
The Toyota Raize Philippines is a rebadged version of the Daihatsu Rocky. It was first unveiled at the 46th Tokyo Motor Show back in 2019.
Development on this model, however, started as far back as 2017. From the get-go, it was based on Daihatsu’s DNGA platform, which primarily focuses on Kei cars and city car models.
It was then introduced to the Philippine market in January 2022.
Toyota Raize Exterior
When it comes to size, the Toyota Raize is 4,030mm long, 1,710mm wide, and 1,605mm in height. It then has a wheelbase length of 2,525mm. It then offers a ground clearance of 200mm.
For the top-spec variant and the G variant, these come standard with a pair of split-type LED headlamps. All trims though, are equipped with daytime running lights, and halogen fog lamps.
Other exterior features present on the top-spec Raize and the Raize G include auto-folding side mirrors, and a sharkfin antenna, among others. This subcompact crossover will then ride on a set of 16-inch or 17-inch wheels depending on the trim.
Toyota Raize Interior
Inside, the Toyota Raize can seat up to five occupants. Depending on the trim, it either gets leather-clad seats or fabric-covered seats. The rear seats are also split folding. Moreover, it also offers a tilt-adjustable steering column. Some trims also have a push-to-start button, as well as automatic climate control.
Technology and Safety Features
For tech, the Toyota Raize has a nine-inch headunit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It also has two USB charging ports. The said headunit is then linked up to a six-piece speaker system.
Safety-wise, this Toyota crossover also features stability control, anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution, and hill-start assist.
The top-spec variant adds to those with a rear camera, front, and rear parking sensors, as well as blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert.
Platform and Chassis
The Toyota Raize is built upon the Daihatsu New Global Architecture (DNHA) platform. This means that it is a unibody vehicle.
For suspensions, it uses MacPherson struts for the front, and a torsion beam for the rear. Braking is then handled by front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.
Engine and Performance
The Toyota Raize is getting two engine options for the Philippine market. For the E and G trims, these are powered by a 1.2-liter inline-3 gasoline engine capable of making up to 87 horsepower and 113 Nm of torque.
The top-spec variant comes with a more powerful 1.0-liter inline-3 turbocharged engine. At maximum, this motor can produce 97 horsepower and 140 Nm of torque.
The 1.2-liter versions are either paired with a CVT or a five-speed manual gearbox. The 1.0-liter turbo version meanwhile, is getting a CVT with paddle shifters.
Locally, the Toyota Raize comes in six different color options. These include Gray Metallic, Silver Metallic, and Red 2. For the 1.0 Turbo CVT variant, its two-tone paint job can either come in White Pearl/Black, Turquoise Mica Metallic/Black, or Yellow SE/Black.
In the Philippine subcompact crossover segment, the Toyota Raize sits high up the totem pole when it comes to offering features. Then again, there are some models from Chinese brands that can beat it in terms of driver-assist tech. The Raize also sits in the middle of the pack when it comes to engine outputs, and it is on-par with its competitors when it comes to interior space.
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Toyota Raize Q&A
1. Is Toyota Raize 2024 available in the Philippines?
Yes, it is. The Raize was introduced to the Philippines market in January 2022.
2. What are the Dimensions of Raize 2024?
The Dimensions of Raize are 4,030mm long, 1,710mm wide, and 1,605mm high.
3. Is Toyota Raize an SUV?
Yes, it is an SUV.
4. Which is cheaper Raize or SsangYong Tivoli?
It is Raize. The price of Toyota Raize Philippines ranges from 751,000 PHP to 1,068,000 PHP, while the price of SsangYong Tivoli range from 1,130,000 PHP to 1,290,000 PHP.
₱ 751,000 - ₱ 1,068,000
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