Verdict
At RM448,000 against RM549,900, the Toyota Vellfire Hybrid Electric Executive Lounge asks RM101,900 more than the Toyota Vellfire 2.5. On paper, the gap does not buy a bigger cabin, extra seats or better official fuel use: both are seven-seat CBU executive MPVs with 5,005 mm length, 3,000 mm wheelbase, 510 litres and 9.1 L/100 km. The hybrid gets 185 hp versus 180 hp, but torque is 233 Nm against 235 Nm and top speed stays 170 km/h. Check the equipment list.
2.5
Pick the Toyota Vellfire 2.5 if you want the same seven-seat space, safety basics and official fuel economy for much less money.
Hybrid Electric Executive Lounge
Pick the Toyota Vellfire Hybrid Electric Executive Lounge if the hybrid powertrain, eCVT and Executive Lounge trim are your priorities, not a measurable space or economy gain.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Vellfire 2.5 at RM448,000 versus Toyota Vellfire Hybrid Electric Executive Lounge at RM549,900
- Engine capacity: 2,494 cc versus 2,487 cc
- Power and torque: 180 hp/235 Nm versus 185 hp/233 Nm
- Fuel and transmission: petrol with CVT Automatic versus petrol hybrid/REV with eCVT Automatic
- Road tax: RM835/year versus RM830/year
- Top speed and fuel economy: 170 km/h and 9.1 L/100 km versus 170 km/h and 9.1 L/100 km
2.5
- RM101,900 lower asking price
- Same 7 seats, 510 L boot and 3,000 mm wheelbase
- Slightly higher torque at 235 Nm
- 180 hp is 5 hp down
- CVT petrol powertrain, not eCVT hybrid/REV
- RM835 road tax is RM5 higher
Hybrid Electric Executive Lounge
- 185 hp is 5 hp up
- Petrol hybrid/REV powertrain with eCVT
- RM830 annual road tax
- Costs RM101,900 more
- Torque drops slightly to 233 Nm
- No listed gain in fuel economy, top speed or boot space
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 448,000✓ | RM 549,900 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing, Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 2,494 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | 180 hp | 185 hp✓ |
| Torque | 235 Nm✓ | 233 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8 | 14 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 180 hp |
| Battery Type | — | Nickel Metal-Hydride |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Super CVT-i with Sports Sequential Shiftmatic | E-CVT |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Toyota | Toyota |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 9.1 L/100 km | 9.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,005 mm | 5,005 mm |
| Width | 1,850 mm | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,950 mm | 1,950 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,000 mm | 3,000 mm |
| Weight | 2,105 kg | 2,105 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 510 litres | 510 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R19 | 225/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R19 | 225/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 060 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Middle Row Passenger Seats | Available on Outer Middle Row Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | Power Adjustable Ottoman Captain Middle Row Seat, 50:50 Fold-up Last Row | Power Adjustable Ottoman Captain Middle Row Seat, 50:50 Fold-up Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof, Rear | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof, Rear |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 1 Console Box, 2 First Row, 2 Second Row | 2 Front, 1 Console Box, 2 First Row, 2 Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Powered Rear Sun Shades, Powered Panoramic Roof Shades | Powered Rear Sun Shades, Powered Panoramic Roof Shades |
| Audio | 14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 15-speaker JBL Sound System | 14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 15-speaker JBL Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Steering Assist and Curve Speed Reduction | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Steering Assist and Curve Speed Reduction |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot with soft close function | Powered boot with soft close function |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Power Sliding with Soft-close Function, One-touch Auto Close, Anti-pinch | Power Sliding with Soft-close Function, One-touch Auto Close, Anti-pinch |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year, Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Hybrid Battery |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 835 | RM 830✓ |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
2.5 vs Hybrid Electric Executive Lounge FAQ
Is the Toyota Vellfire 2.5 or Toyota Vellfire Hybrid Electric Executive Lounge better?
For most buyers, the Toyota Vellfire 2.5 is the cleaner buy. It has the same size, seats, boot space, airbags, AEB, fuel economy and top speed. Choose the Hybrid Electric Executive Lounge only if its trim and hybrid drivetrain matter to you.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Vellfire Hybrid Electric Executive Lounge costs RM101,900 more than the Toyota Vellfire 2.5.
Do both variants have the same space and safety basics?
Yes. Both are seven-seat MPVs with a 5,005 mm length, 3,000 mm wheelbase, 510-litre boot, six airbags and auto emergency braking.