Toyota Alphard Toyota do ) is a minivan manufactured by Japanese car manufacturer, Toyota since 2002. This car is available as a seven or eight-seater engine with 2.4 and 3.5 liter petrol engines in 3 model lines different - Alphard G, Alphard V, and Alphard Hybrid , which uses a 2.4 liter engine along with electric motors and batteries. The vehicle was named Alphard, the brightest star in the constellation Hydra.
The Alphard is mainly made for the Japanese market, but also sold in Bahrain, Belarus, Hong Kong, Oman, Russia, Macau, Sri Lanka, Great China, and Southeast Asia.
In 2006, Royal Lounge Alphard was introduced. This is a luxury version and four seats from Alphard and exclusive to " Toyopet Store " Japanese dealers. Its traditional competitor from Nissan is Elgrand. Toyota also made a sporty version of Alphard, called Vellfire ( Japan: ????????? , Toyota Verufaia ) exclusively for the Japanese "dealer" NETZ Store .
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Design
The full-size Alphard Hybrid MPV qualifies as Ultra-Low Emissions Vehicle (ULEV), achieving emissions levels 75% lower than the benchmark 2000 Japanese government. The 2.4-liter gasoline engine has been developed specifically for use in Toyota's hybrid system and has a high expansion ratio cycle that improves efficiency and reduces friction.
The Alphard Hybrid uses "by-wire" technology that monitors the pressure of the brake pedal and vehicle speed to calculate the optimal hydraulic pressure. By-wire works with E-Four to maximize kinetic energy gathering from braking for conversion into electric power.
The Alphard Hybrid can generate up to 1,500 watts and is equipped with a 100 volt AC power outlet, to power external equipment such as laptops and emergency lights.
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First generation (AH10; 2002-2008)
Alphard was launched by Toyota in May 2002 to compete with Nissan Elgrand and Honda Elysion. With the features of complete electrical components and complete comfort and safety features, Alphard is Toyota's best selling MPV in Japan. The Alphard facelifted in 2005 with a new rear light design and the use of 16 "and 17" aluminum alloy wheels. The hybrid version was also added to the lineup. For model year 2007 only on Japanese model, G-BOOK, subscribe subsidized service, offered as option.
Actor Jean Reno appeared in Japanese TV commercial for Toyota Alphard.
Second generation (AH20; 2008-2015)
In May 2008, Alphard was redesigned with a more modern exterior and a more luxurious interior. For this generation, the Alphard range is expanded into two different design variants - Alphard and Vellfire. According to a Toyota press release, Alphard is described as having an elegant and sophisticated design while Vellfire emphasizes strong power and individuality. Both models are sold through separate distribution channels, with Alphard sold by Toyota Toyopet chain dealers while Vellfire is sold on Netz-oriented net dealer network.
The second generation Alphard was launched in the Philippines on August 3, 2010.
The facelift model was announced by Toyota on September 27, 2011, with sales in Japan starting from November 1, 2011. Also introducing a hybrid version of Alphard and Vellfire.
Third generation (AH30; 2015-current)
Toyota released the third-generation Alphard on January 26, 2015 with a new look and new features such as a new 2.5-liter petrol engine, 2.5-liter petrol hybrid engine. A new top-of-the-line Executive Lounge class was added for Alphard and Vellfire. The third-generation Alphard is currently available in Japan and some Asian markets with Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, Philippines and Hong Kong being the first outside Japan market to receive this all-new model and recently introduced in Russia, the main market model and so far only Europe, but only with 3.5 L V6 engine.
The latest generation has a very large grille similar to the current Toyota Crown model. Its length has grown longer by 60 mm, the width of 20 mm and the wheelbase has grown 50 mm longer but the height is 10 mm shorter than the previous generation. The Alphard faces competition from big MPVs such as the Nissan Elgrand and the fifth-generation Honda Odyssey (JDM and Asian models). Major audio producers such as Alpine Electronics and JBL, also produce navigation and audio/visual accessories specifically for Alphard.
The third-generation Alphard and second-generation Vellfire facelifted inaugurated on December 25, 2017 and released on January 8, 2018. With updated styling, the engine is updated for the 3.5 V6 model as well as the debut of the second generation Toyota Safety Sense system.
See also
- List of hybrid vehicles
- Toyota hybrid comparison
- Hybrid Synergy Drive
References
External links
- Toyota Alphard global site
- the official site of Toyota Alphard
- The official site of Toyota Vellfire
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