The brand new Toyota Innova is now open for booking here in Malaysia, and we now have full details and estimated pricing of the upcoming eight-seat speople carrier. Unveiled almost exactly a year ago in Indonesia, the second-generation Innova (not counting the past Unser and Indonesian Kijang models) has gone for a much more premium approach, especially on the inside.
First, the prices. As per the outgoing model, three variants will be available: 2.0E MT at RM109k, 2.0E AT at RM117k and 2.0G AT at RM126k, all on-the-road with insurance. That’s a bit higher than the old Innova (RM104k to RM116k), but you do get more for the money, and it’s said that only five percent of parts are shared between the models.
Size-wise, the Innova, locally-assembled (CKD) in Shah Alam, has grown substantially. The new model measures 4,735 mm long, 1,830 mm wide and 1,795 mm tall, with a 2,750 mm wheelbase. Compared to the outgoing model, it’s now 150 mm longer, 55 mm wider and 35 mm taller, though its wheelbase goes unchanged. Spec-by-spec, it’s between 105 to 125 kg heavier than before.
Under the hood, the 1TR-FE 2.0 litre petrol engine is retained, but it now gains Dual VVT-i technology. It’s rated at 139 PS at 5,600 rpm and 183 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm – three PS and one Nm more than before. The base model gets a five-speed manual gearbox (for the taxi, hotel fleet market, presumably), while the rest utilise a new six-speed automatic in place of the outgoing four-speeder, sending power to the rear wheels.
As to be expected, the 2GD-FTV 2.4 litre diesel mill with 149 PS and 359 Nm of torque available in Indonesia has been given a miss here. The flagship Innova Type Q, with its bigger 17-inch wheels, LED projector headlamps with LED DRLs and six-seater layout (with two captain seats) didn’t make the ship either.
Here in Malaysia, all variants share the same 16-inch alloy wheels and automatic halogen reflector headlights. The 2.0G adds on front foglamps (rear fogs are standard across the range) and chrome highlights on the front grille and door handles. Power retractable wing mirrors (with puddle lamps) and time-adjustable intermittent front wipers are also exclusive to the top-spec model.
Inside, the Innova 2.0G sets itself apart with an Optitron instrument cluster with a colour MID, automatic air-con for both front and rear, leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearknob, plus LED roof ambient lighting. Wood trim pieces are also added on the centre console and steering wheel.
An integrated head unit with USB input, Bluetooth and six speakers come standard on all variants. As usual, customers can upgrade to the optional DVD-AVX (for RM2,968) or DVD-AVN (RM3,816) – eight-inch touchscreen head unit with smartphone connectivity, HDMI input and reverse camera; AVN option adds on GPS navigation function. A DVR dash-cam is also available for RM636.
Keyless entry with a push start button, along with a powered Easy Closer back door are available on the range-topper too. In closer detail, the 2.0G also gains a second-row armrest with cupholders, soft-lid centre console box, damped lower glovebox and foldable seatback tables over the 2.0E variants.
The seats themselves (2-3-3 configuration), though, are the same across the board. All models get black fabric upholstery with manual-adjustable front seats, a 60:40 split-folding second row (with two Isofix anchors) with one-touch tumble, and a 50:50 split-folding third row with one-touch Easy Space Up function.
On the safety front, again it’s clear the Innova 2.0G is the one to have, with seven airbags (front, side, curtain and driver knee), Brake Assist (BA), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with traction control, hill-start assist and Emergency Stop Signal fitted. The 2.0E models make do with three airbags (front and driver knee) and ABS.
The new Toyota Innova has been given a full five-star ASEAN NCAP rating, though this is limited to the electronic stability control-equipped 2.0G model – others are rated four stars. A five-year, unlimited mileage manufacturer warranty applies to all variants.
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