Toyota MPV match: Avanza vs. Innova
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If you think a sedan is too small for your family and an SUV is out of your price range, an MPV may be the best option for your needs. Because of the functional space that it provides, a multi-purpose vehicle is frequently used as a family car.
Toyota’s top contender in the MPV segment is the Innova, which is proudly made at Toyota Motor Philippines’ manufacturing facility in Santa Rosa, Laguna. Since its Philippine debut in 2005, the Innova has undergone a lot of development and modification.
Under the Innova’s hood is a 2.8-liter diesel engine that churns out a maximum power output of 174ps at 3,400 rpm and a maximum torque of 360Nm from 1,200 to 3,400rpm. It is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. You can choose between two drive modes: Eco and Power.
If the Innova is too pricey for your budget, an alternative for this is the Toyota Avanza, which is powered by a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that generates a maximum power output of 104ps at 6,000rpm and a maximum torque of 136Nm at 4,200rpm. The Avanza gets a four-speed automatic transmission.
Both MPVs have spacious interiors, making them excellent choices for family transportation. Fabric seats are standard on the Innova and the Avanza. The rear seats of both vehicles are adjustable to increase the cargo capacity, as MPVs generally provide vast luggage space.
For a bolder and sportier appearance, Toyota has revised the Innova’s exterior look with a new dynamic front grille and striking side turn signal lamps. The Innova also comes with LED headlamps, LED front fog lamps, and daytime running lights for improved visibility. Meanwhile, the Avanza is designed with a Smoke Chrome front grille and LED projector type headlamps.
The Innova is equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels, while the Avanza gets 15-inch alloy wheels.
When it comes to safety features, the Avanza is equipped with supplemental restraint system (SRS) airbags for the driver and the front passenger, while the Innova has SRS airbags for the driver, the driver’s knees, front passenger, and on the side and curtain. Both MPVs come with three-point emergency locking retractor (ELR) seatbelts and anti-lock brake system (ABS) with electronic brake force distribution (EBD). The Innova is also equipped with additional safety features such as vehicle stability control (VSC), hill-start assist control, reverse camera, and clearance and back sonars.
Both MPVs maintain their family-friendly reputation by including child restraint system features like Isofix and tether anchors. The Innova and the Avanza also use the Toyota Vehicle Security System (TVSS) to keep the vehicles safe from burglars.
We listed down the specifications of the two Toyota MPVs on the chart below so you can see for yourself which one better fits your needs and lifestyle.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Toyota Avanza Veloz
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Toyota Innova V DSL AT
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Overall Length (mm)
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4,200
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4,735
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Overall Width (mm)
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1,660
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1,830
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Overall Height (mm)
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1,695
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1,795
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Seating Capacity
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Seven
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Seven
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Engine Model
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2NR-VE
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1GD-FTV
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Engine Type
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Four-cylinder, Inline, 16-Valve Double Overhead Camshaft (DOHC), Chain Drive with VVT-i
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Four-cylinder, Inline, 16-Valve Double Overhead Camshaft (DOHC)
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Displacement (cc)
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1,496
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2,755
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Maximum Power Output (ps/rpm)
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104/6,000
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174/3,400
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Maximum Torque (Nm/rpm)
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136/4,200
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360/1,200-3,400
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Transmission
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Four-speed Automatic Transmission
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Six-speed Automatic Transmission
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Suspension
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Front: MacPherson Strut with Stabilizer
Rear: Four-Link with Lateral Control Rod
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Front: Independent, Double Wishbone with Coil Spring
Rear: Four-link with Coil Spring
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Brakes
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Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Leading-Trailing Drums
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Front: Ventilated Discs
Rear: Leading-Trailing Drum
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Tires and Wheels
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185/65 R15 Alloy
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215/55 R17 Alloy
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Headlamps
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LED Projector Type + Halogen
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LED
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Daytime Running Lights
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Without
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LED
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Front Fog Lamps
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With
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LED
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Front Grille
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Smoke Chrome
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Gray Metallic + Chrome
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Back Door Handle Garnish
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Smoke Chrome
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Gloss Black
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Seat Material
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Fabric with Stitching
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Noble Brown Fabric
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Seat Type and Adjustment
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Driver: Sliding, Reclining
Front Passenger: Sliding, Reclining
Second Row: 50:50 Split, One-touch Tumble, Slide
Third Row: 50:50 Split, Tumble
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Driver: Six-way Manual Adjust
Front Passenger: Four-way Manual Adjust
Second Row: Captain Seats, Slide, Recline, and One-touch Tumble
Third Row: One-touch Easy Space Up
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Economy Meter
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With
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Eco Lamp + Zone Display
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Steering Wheel Material
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Three-spoke Leather with Silver Accent
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Leather + Wood
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Steering Wheel Switch
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Audio
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Multi-information Display, Audio, Phone, and Voice Command
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Sun Visors
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With Mirror
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With Mirror and Lamp
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Inside Door Handle
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Chrome
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Chrome
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Assist Grip
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Front: One
Rear: Two
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Front: Two
Rear: Four
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Door Trim
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Molded, Full Trim with Fabric with Stitching
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Noble Brown Fabric
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Glasses Case
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With
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Without
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Seat Back Pockets
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With
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Without
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Cool Box
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Without
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With
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Front Personal Lamp
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With
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With Ambient Light
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Room Lamp
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With
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With Ambient Light
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Luggage Room Lamp
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Without
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With
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Keyless Entry
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Without
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Smart Entry
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Drive Mode Select
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Without
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Eco + Power
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Power Steering
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With
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Without
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Power Windows
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Driver Window with Jam Protect
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All – Auto Up/Down with Jam Protect
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Power Door Locks
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With
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Speed-Sensing
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Air-conditioning System
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Manual Digital, Dual
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Automatic Climate Control
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Audio Type
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Display Audio with CD/DVD/MP3/FLAC with Aux, USB, Bluetooth, and K2 Technology
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Seven-inch Display Audio with Aux, USB, Bluetooth, Voice Command, Apple Carplay, Android Auto, and Smart Device Link (SDL)
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Speakers
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Four
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Six
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SRS Airbags
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Driver and Passenger
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Driver, Front Passenger, Side, Curtain Shield, and Driver’s Knee
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Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
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With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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With Brake Assist and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
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Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
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Without
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With
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Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
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Without
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With
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Seatbelts
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Front: Three-point ELR with Pretensioner and Force Limiter (x2)
Second Row: Three-point ELR (x3)
Third Row: Three-point ELR (x2)
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Front: Three-point ELR with Pretensioner (x2)
Second Row: Three-point ELR (x2)
Third Row: Three-point ELR (x3)
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Child Restraint System
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Isofix and Tether Anchor
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Isofix and Tether Anchor
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Emergency Brake Signal
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Without
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With
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Toyota Vehicle Security System (TVSS)
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Immobilizer and Horn
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Immobilizer and Horn
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Parking Support
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Without
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Reverse Camera and Clearance and Back Sonar
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Available Body Colors
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Dark Red Mica Metallic, White 2, Silver Mica Metallic, and Black Metallic 1
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White Pearl Crystal Shine, Alumina Jade Metallic, and Blackish Red Mica
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PRICE
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P1,077,000
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P1,739,000 ( Alumina Jade Metallic and Blackish Red Mica)
P1,754,000 (White Pearl Crystal Shine)
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Photos from Toyota Motor Philippines