There’s going to be a ‘new’ Toyota Rush coming our way soon, as previewed on UMW Toyota’s website, which has the car’s specs and expected pricing. Like the current car, there will be three variants available – 1.5G Manual, 1.5G Auto and the highest spec 1.5S, which can only be had as an auto.
The drivetrain will be unchanged. The Rush is powered by the 3SZ-VE 1.5-litre VVT-i engine with 109 PS and 141 Nm of torque made at 4,400 rpm. The auto ‘box it’s mated to is a gated four-speed unit and drive goes to the rear wheels – the Rush is a 2WD. Despite the SUV looks, this seven-seater’s underpinnings are adapted from the Avanza. The suspension consists of front struts and a rear lateral rod while brakes are front discs and rear drums. All variants ride on 215/65 R16 tyres.
Spec wise, the 1.5G (RM88,190 for manual, RM91,190 for auto, OTR with insurance) models makes do with just a driver’s airbag. For ABS, EBD and passenger’s airbag one needs to look at the RM96,990 1.5S model. The ‘S’ also comes with leather steering and gear knob, power retractable wing mirrors, rear spoiler with LED brake light, fog lamps and projector headlamps.
It looks like they’ve upgraded the stereo as it’s now a 2-DIN unit with MP3/USB/AUX functions (current car’s head unit still has a cassette player!) with steering wheel controls. The interior colour scheme will be changed to “dark” from the current brown/beige. These are standard across the range.
Exterior changes should be subtle and follow that of the 2009 model year JDM Toyota Rush. The prices are slightly increased from the January 2008 launch price of RM85,888, RM88,888 and RM94,888 for the three variants.
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Comments on the 'New Toyota Rush' focus largely on its pricing, features, and market reception. Many feel the car is overpriced, especially given its minimal upgrades and lack of modern safety features like multiple airbags, ABS, and EBD in lower variants. Several users compare it unfavorably to competitors such as Honda, Suzuki Vitara, Nissan Livina, and others, calling it a ripoff or substandard. Some express disappointment that the model hasn't received significant updates despite the new badge, with opinions suggesting it's a facelift rather than a truly new vehicle. A recurring theme is skepticism about Toyota's pricing strategy, with accusations of price gouging, and doubts about sales performance. Overall, the comments are critical and view the Rush as an overpriced, underwhelming offering with little to justify its premium price.