Toyota Vellfire
Toyota's flagship MPV is a chauffeur car first: a five-metre van with two lounge-style rear seats, powered sliding doors and a quiet 2.5 strong hybrid. It suits owners who are driven rather than drive, and who want rear-seat comfort and Toyota reliability rather than a badge from a German luxury brand.
- Seating
- 7
- Engine
- 2487 cc
- Mileage
- 19.28 km/l
- Two variants: ₹1.20 crore and ₹1.30 crore
- 2.5 strong hybrid claims 19.28 km/l
- Second-row lounge seats with ottoman legrests
- 5,005 mm long on a 3,000 mm wheelbase
- Powered sliding doors and dual sunroofs
- Massage seats and fold-out tables on Executive Lounge
- Hi₹1.20 crore
At about ₹1.20 crore it already has the powered lounge seats with legrests, dual sunroofs, sliding doors and the full safety suite. The Executive Lounge adds ₹10 lakh mainly for massage and tables.
- VIP Executive Lounge₹1.30 crore
Worth it if the car is used as a mobile office and the rear passenger spends hours in it each day. The massage seats, detachable controls and fold-out tables make long journeys easier.
- Maruti Suzuki Invicto₹25.37 – 28.70 lakh
- Kia Carens Clavis₹11.39 – 21.79 lakh
- Maruti Suzuki XL6₹11.62 – 14.68 lakh
Toyota Vellfire specifications
- Mileage (ARAI)19.28 km/l
- Transmissione-CVT
- Body typeMPV
- Fuel typeHybrid
- Engine2487 cc
- Seating capacity7
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| Engines | 2.5 strong-hybrid |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | e-CVT |
| Power | 193 PS |
| Torque | 240 Nm |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 19.28 km/l |
| Seats | 7 |
| Length | 5005 mm |
| Width | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm |
| Ground clearance | 160 mm |
| Boot space | 616 litres |
| Fuel tank | 60 litres |
Toyota Vellfire variants: price and features
- Base variantVellfire
Hi
₹1.20 croreOn-road priceKey features- 2.5 strong hybrid
- Powered second-row seats with ottoman legrests
- Dual sunroofs
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- 2.5 strong hybrid
- Powered second-row seats with ottoman legrests
- Dual sunroofs
- Powered sliding doors
- Adaptive cruise and lane trace assist
- 6 airbags
- Top variantVellfire
VIP Executive Lounge
₹1.30 croreOn-road pricePay ₹9.99 lakh more than Hi for- Second-row massage seats
- Detachable rear seat control panels
- Fold-out tables
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- Second-row massage seats
- Detachable rear seat control panels
- Fold-out tables
- Choice of lighter interior colours
Our verdict on the Vellfire
The Vellfire is built around its second row, and that is where it makes sense. The rear seats recline with powered legrests, the cabin is quiet and the ride is soft. The 2.5 strong hybrid gives good economy for a vehicle this size. As a car to drive yourself it is ordinary, and the third row and boot are compromised by the size of the second-row seats. At ₹1.20–1.30 crore it is a very expensive Toyota. You are paying for the rear-seat experience, not for performance or brand prestige. If that is what you need, the Hi variant delivers most of it. If you mostly drive yourself or need seven usable seats, an Innova Hycross ZX(O) gives much of the practicality for a fraction of the price.
Good things
- Lounge-style second-row seats with powered legrests
- Quiet strong hybrid claiming 19.28 km/l
- Powered sliding doors, dual sunroofs and a long safety list
- Toyota reliability and service network
Could be better
- ₹1.20–1.30 crore is a lot for a Toyota
- Third row and boot are cramped compared with the body size
- Not engaging to drive; performance is adequate rather than strong
- Long waiting periods have been common
Toyota Vellfire colours and photos
- Platinum White Pearl
- Precious Metal
- Black
Toyota Vellfire: a lounge on wheels for the back seat
The Vellfire is a large luxury MPV, 5,005 mm long, 1,850 mm wide and 1,950 mm tall on a 3,000 mm wheelbase. It is imported and sold in two versions, Hi at ₹1,19,73,400 and VIP Executive Lounge at ₹1,29,72,000 ex-showroom. Its real rivals are chauffeur-driven luxury saloons rather than other MPVs, and it is bought mostly by people who sit in the back.
Power comes from a 2.5-litre petrol engine paired with electric motors in a strong-hybrid system, driving through an e-CVT. Combined output is about 193 PS and Toyota claims 19.28 km/l, which is good for a vehicle of this size and weight. The hybrid also lets it move silently at low speeds, which suits its role as a chauffeur car.
Both versions have powered second-row seats with ottoman legrests, dual sunroofs, powered sliding doors, six airbags and driver assists such as adaptive cruise control and lane trace assist. The Executive Lounge adds massage functions, detachable control panels for the rear seats and fold-out tables, with lighter interior colour options.
Which variant should you buy?
Hi, for most buyers. It already has the reclining lounge seats, sunroofs and sliding doors that define the car. The ₹10 lakh extra for the Executive Lounge buys massage seats, detachable controls and tables, which matter only if the rear passenger works or rests in the car for several hours a day.
Is it worth the price?
As a chauffeur car, it is cheaper than a long-wheelbase German luxury saloon and has more space and a better rear-seat recline. As a family MPV it is hard to justify, because the Innova Hycross offers seven seats, a hybrid and much of the comfort for a fraction of the price. Buy the Vellfire for the rear seat, not the badge.
How does it compare with the Kia Carnival?
The Carnival is also a large MPV with lounge-style middle-row seats and powered sliding doors, and it costs roughly half as much. It uses a diesel engine instead of a hybrid. The Vellfire has a more luxurious, quieter rear cabin and better claimed economy. If you want most of the experience for far less money, test the Carnival first. If the rear seat must be the best available, the Vellfire is the one.
Vellfire vs rivals
| Spec | Toyota Vellfire₹1.20 – 1.30 crore | Maruti Suzuki Invicto₹25.37 – 28.70 lakh | Kia Carens Clavis₹11.39 – 21.79 lakh | Maruti Suzuki XL6₹11.62 – 14.68 lakh | Kia Carens₹11.12 – 12.98 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | MPV | MPV | MPV | MPV | MPV |
| Fuel | Hybrid | Hybrid | Petrol, CNG, Diesel | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG, Diesel |
| Engines | 2.5 strong-hybrid | 2.0 strong-hybrid | 1.5 petrol, 1.5 turbo petrol, 1.5 diesel, 1.5 CNG | 1.5 petrol, 1.5 CNG | 1.5 petrol, 1.5 CNG, 1.5 diesel |
| Power | 193 PS | 186 PS | 160 PS | 103 PS | 116 PS |
| Gearbox | e-CVT | e-CVT | Manual, iMT, DCT, Automatic | Manual, Automatic | Manual |
| Mileage | 19.28 km/l | 23.24 km/l | 15.34–19.54 km/l | 20.27–20.97 km/l | 15.4–19.5 km/l |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 7 |
| Boot | 616 litres | 239 litres | 216 litres | 209 litres | 216 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | Vellfire vs Invicto | Vellfire vs Carens Clavis | Vellfire vs XL6 | Vellfire vs Carens |
Toyota Vellfire mileage
- 2487 cc, Hybride-CVT
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 19.28 km/l
- Variants
- 2
Toyota Vellfire on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹1.37 – 1.49 crore
- Mumbai₹1.41 – 1.53 crore
- Bengaluru₹1.49 – 1.62 crore
- Chennai₹1.49 – 1.62 crore
- Kolkata₹1.37 – 1.49 crore
- Bhopal₹1.42 – 1.54 crore
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
Vellfire EMI
₹2,01,171 a month
On ₹1.20 crore ex-showroom, 20% down (₹23.95 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹24.92 lakh.
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Toyota Vellfire FAQ
What is the price of the Toyota Vellfire in India?
The Toyota Vellfire costs ₹1.20 to 1.30 crore ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the Toyota Vellfire come with?
The Toyota Vellfire is sold with hybrid power (2.5 strong-hybrid).
What is the mileage of the Toyota Vellfire?
The claimed (ARAI) mileage of the Toyota Vellfire is 19.28 km/l.
How many people can the Toyota Vellfire seat?
The Toyota Vellfire is a 7-seater mpv.
What is the length of the Toyota Vellfire?
The Toyota Vellfire is 5005 mm long, 1850 mm wide and 1950 mm tall, with a 3000 mm wheelbase.
How much boot space does the Toyota Vellfire have?
The Toyota Vellfire has 616 litres of boot space.
Does the Toyota Vellfire come with an automatic gearbox?
The Toyota Vellfire is offered with e-cvt gearboxes.
What is the ground clearance of the Toyota Vellfire?
The Toyota Vellfire has 160 mm of ground clearance.
Which Toyota Vellfire variant should I buy?
It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.
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