The Toyota Estima has been given a facelift for 2012, about three years after the last update which saw Toyota giving it a minor revision to the shape of the headlamps.
For the 2012 facelift, the Estima’s front end has been given a new aggressive look, with a lot of angular detailing on the front bumper, and a front grille design that now follows the bottom edge of the headlamp.
There are not many changes at the rear of the car – the Estima continues to have a sleek silhouette, giving it a sportier look as opposed to the huge boxy “VIP style” look that its bigger brother the Alphard carries. There are new alloy wheel designs, a revised set of exterior colours (total of 6), and Toyota also says they’ve improved the interior tirm and textures.
Engine options also continue to be the same – either a 2.4 litre four cylinder 2AZ-FE making 170 PS and 224Nm mated to a CVT gearbox, or a top of the line 280 PS 344Nm 3.5 litre V6 engine mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Various gadgets that were already on the pre-facelift Estima continue with the new model, such as the Lane-Keep Assist (LKA) system which detects the lane markers on the road and takes control of the electric power steering to keep the car on course, and the Adaptive Front-Lighting System low beam headlamps wihichswivels according to steering position to help light up the upcoming road around a bend.
The Estima is also equipped with a S-VSC system, an enhancement from the regular VSC system, which can use the electric power steering to apply appropriate steering torque to help stabilize the car.
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AI-generated Summary ✨
Comments about the 2012 facelift of the Toyota Estima MPV mainly express a mix of admiration and criticism. Some praise its light-years-ahead futuristic design and attractive interior, while others find its exterior design a bit dated or cluttered, comparing it to other models like the Exora. Several commenters suggest that the facelift is minor, with some wishing for a totally new model rather than just updates. There is interest in how the facelift affects practicality features like sliding doors and whether the design aligns with modern trends. Some discuss the Estima’s durability, maintenance, and engine performance, often preferring German alternatives like the VW Sharan or Ford S-Max due to newer features, better design, or cost factors. Overall, the comments reflect a generally positive view of the Estima’s looks but with ongoing debate about its evolution and competition.