Safety – TIn terms of safety the Toyota Vellfire gets 7 airbags, VSC (Vehicle Stability Control), VDIM (Vehicle Dynamic Integrated Management, HAC (Hill Start Assist Control), Brake hold, ABS, EBD and Brake assist.
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The Vellfire is a no-nonsense luxury MPV
Verdict – The Toyota Vellfire doesn’t pretend to be anything its not, no fake SUV elements and no beating around the bush. It promises space, comfort, luxury and delivers head-on. At an expected price of Rs. 90 lakh, it lands itself against the Mercedes V-Class. Now, we understand the Indian market and its obsession with luxury badging, but remember Toyota might just be more economical to maintain. So, if you are in the market with that amount in your pocket for a spacious family mover, the Vellfire deserves a chance, it might just blow you away.
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The MPV also gets dual moonroofs
What’s Cool
* Feature-loaded cabin with abundant space
* 2nd-row seats are sublime
* Good ride quality
What’s Not So Cool
* Styling
* Price
Alternatives: – Mercedes-Benz V-Class
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Each row gets its own dedicated AC vents
Toyota Vellfire Specifications
* Engine: 2494cc, 4-Cyl, Petrol Hybrid
* Power: 115 HP @ 4700 RPM, 142 HP @ 4500 RPM (Front Motor), 68 HP @ 5608 RPM (Rear Motor)
* Torque: 198 Nm @ 2800-4000 RPM
* Transmission: e-CVT
* Fuel Consumption: 8-11 km/l
* Fuel Type: Petrol
* Tyre Size: 225/60/17 (Front & Rear)
* Suspension: McPherson Strut (Front), Double Wishbone (Rear)
* Brakes: Disc (Front & Rear)
* Safety: 7 Airbags, ABS with EBD, Brake Assit, VSC, VDIM, HAC
Toyota Vellfire Dimensions
* Overall length x width x height: 4935 mm X 1850 mm X 1895 mm
* Wheelbase: 3000 mm
* Ground Clearance: 165 mm
* Turning Radius: 5.8-meters
* Fuel Tank Capacity: 58-litres
* Kerb Weight: 2280 kgs
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Toyota’s reliability and service might make the Vellfire a practical buy
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