The Difference Between Toyota Alphard And Vellfire

The characteristics of Alphard and Vellfire

Broadly speaking, Alphard and Vellfire have different characters even though they both occupy the same segment. Where Alphard has a design with a formal and dynamic touch with the share of state officials. Meanwhile, Vellfire tends to prioritize cool, high-tech, and modern impressions with bolder nuances.

Both Alphard and Vellfire, both provide all the things their potential customers need. For example, the comfort of the cabin with a variety of complete features that are very attractive to use.

Alphard vs Vellfire concept

This veteran Japanese company has succeeded in proving to the world its success in making a major contribution to the premium MPV segment through Alphard and Vellfire products. Initially, the 4-wheeled vehicle with a large body was only made to meet the demand in the Japanese domestic market.

Over time, these two products began to be marketed to various countries in other Asian regions, including Indonesia.

Recorded in 2008, Vellfire was first introduced with a bold character design. Initially, Vellfire was the highest series of the Alphard type, but later separated with the aim of attracting different market segments.

As mentioned earlier, Vellfire has a design with a high-tech and stylish touch. In terms of concept, the design is aimed at upper class consumers who want a Boxy MPV with a sporty style and a more aggressive character.

The rear of the car is equipped with a 'cosmetic' aerokit exterior combined with side molding on the sides to make it look even more sporty.

This premium MPV series from Toyota has dimensions of 4930 x 1850 x 1895 mm with a wheelbase of 300 cm and a ground clearance of 16 cm.

Although Vellfire is often mentioned as being similar to Alphard because it is included in the same platform, both have striking differences that can be seen clearly, especially on the front of the car. Or more specifically on the headlamp, fog lamp, bumper, and grille.

Indeed, Vellfire has become a symbol of one's social status. Where the relatively expensive price and exclusive design, also the futuristic impression that is able to make this Toyota car look classy.

Highest Series Alphard Engine Not Found on Vellfire

The Vellfire is powered by a 2.5 GA / T engine with a total capacity of 2,494 cc and an output of about 178 horsepower with a torque value of 234 nm. The type of engine is the same as that paired on the Alphard 2.5 X, 2.5 G.

The range of fuel consumption from Alphard itself ranges from 10 to 12 km per liter. When the gasoline is fully charged, the Alphard car can cover a distance of 750 to 900 km.

Currently, Toyota Astra Motor is further expanding its segmentation by adding the 3.5 1 variant as its most expensive series. In which the series is equipped with a 2GR-FE engine with a capacity of 3,456 cc v6 24 Valve DOHC and dual VVT-I technology which is capable of producing large torque at its lower rotation, thus making the Alphard series even more responsive.