Even though it’s been 6 years since the Toyota Avanza was first introduced in 2004, I don’t think budget “ASEAN” models such as the Avanza follow Toyota’s regular 5 year lifecycle so the Avanza is soldiering on here in Malaysia, though I think the Perodua Alza has stolen much of its thunder.
Nevertheless UMW Toyota has given it another update, some based on feedback from consumers. The biggest change would be on the interior, where the Avanza now gets a dark interior colour scheme as opposed to the cream interior it previously had.
Fitments around the interior such as the carpet mats, bag hook and center console box are now black to match the darker interior theme.
Not much changes on the outside – the only one being a different “body stripe” design. Available in Grey Metallic, Dazzling Silver, Black MIca, White and Light Green Metallic, the Avanza is available in four different equipment levels:
- Toyota Avanza 1.5 S Automatic – RM77,490
- Toyota Avanza 1.5 G Automatic – RM74,990
- Toyota Avanza 1.5 E Automatic – RM69,990
- Toyota Avanza 1.3 E Manual – RM62,000
Toyota Yaris Cross
from RM99,900 
Toyota Hilux
from RM226,300 
Toyota Urban Cruiser
from RM198,000 
Toyota bZ4X
from RM220,000 
Toyota GR Yaris
from RM315,600 
Toyota GR Corolla
from RM368,950 
Toyota Camry
from RM221,800 
Toyota Corolla Cross
from RM133,800 
Toyota Hiace
from RM169,000 
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AI-generated Summary ✨
Comments on the Toyota Avanza's update focus mainly on its outdated design and bouncy ride, with many criticizing it as old-fashioned and poorly handling at high speeds. Some appreciate its reliability, headroom, and interior space, while others compare it unfavorably to newer models like the Alza and Proton Exora. The overall sentiment is that the Avanza is no longer competitive, with calls for a new, modern replacement and skepticism about its pricing and value.