As per a recent report, the Toyota Vellfire MPV is going to launch around Diwali this year. It was recently showcased in India at a private dealer meet. Vellfire is an ultra-premium MPV by the brand, which is expected to get a price tag of around INR 75 lakh (ex-showroom).
After its launch in the Indian market, the Toyota Vellfire will compete directly with the likes of Mercedes V-Class. The recently leaked pictures confirm that the India-spec model of the luxury MPV will be sharing similar design as that of the South Asian version. The Vellfire will be imported as a Completely Built Unit (CBU), the reason it will be getting a high price tag in India.
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Toyota Vellfire comes equipped with split headlamps with LED DRLs that are integrated on both the lower lights. The MPV also gets sequential turn indicators as well as a thick chrome grille at the front. Interiors for the car gets an all-beige treatment with faux wood inserts on the dashboard, but it is being said that Toyota may launch the car with all-black interiors in India.
To enhance the comfort experience, the Vellfire has got all-electric Ottoman full-recline seats, a leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel, plus the upcoming car features a twin-pod instrument panel. The centre console features the infotainment system as well as the AC controls. There is also a dual moonroof in addition to ventilated seats and individual seat tables. The MPV also gets automatic climate control, ambient lighting, and 7 airbags as standard for safety.
Mechanically, the Toyota Vellfire is available with two engine options in the international markets. The first option is the 2AR-FE 2.5-litre petrol engine, which is good enough to produce 182HP of maximum power along 235 Nm of peak torque. The second option is the 2GR-FKS 3.5-litre petrol engine, which is capable of producing 301HP of maximum power with 361 Nm of peak torque.
The Indian-spec variant of the car is expected to get a hybrid powertrain as standard that will feature an AR-FXE 2.5-litre petrol engine with an optional 2JM and 2FM electric motors. More details on the India-spec model will be revealed at the official launch event of the MPV in October 2019.
Toyota Vellfire MPV Photos
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