Leading Japanese carmaker Toyota has further expanded its Commercial Vehicle (CV) lineup with the reintroduction of the all-new Veloz as its newest subcompact SUV in the PH market.
Now bearing its own standalone nameplate, the new Veloz was unveiled in a nationwide launching program held by Toyota Motor Philippines in Taguig City and participated in by its dealerships across the country that hosted the simultaneous reveal for their customers in their respective showrooms.
In a press statement, Atsuhiro Okamoto, President of Toyota Motor Philippines, said, “The arrival of the All-New Veloz is very timely. With the reopening of the economy, and destinations all over the country already welcoming travelers, it is Toyota’s goal to address the ever-growing need of Filipinos to move together with thrill and joy. And so we introduce this new sub-compact SUV perfect for families and friends seeking to discover new adventures.”
According to TMP, The newly unveiled 7-seater boasts a modern striking design inside and out exuding the premium feel of an SUV. Positioned as a sub-compact group carrier for adventurous families and friends, Toyota prioritized comfort and convenience in designing the spacious cabin. And along with the excellent performance ready to take on the demands of users seeking the thrill and excitement of their daily drives, comes life-enhancing safety features for added protection and peace of mind.
The new Veloz comes in two variants and is now available through all of TMP’s 72 dealers nationwide, starting at PHP1,185,000 for the 1.5 G CVT and PHP1,225,000 for the 1.5 V CVT.
Every ride on the All-New Veloz is an invitation to “Discover the Extraordinary” through a full sensory experience. Guided by a new global design platform, the vehicle is engineered to provide improved driving and riding experience that combines driving power, pleasure, and safety. Both the 1.5 V and 1.5 G variants come with a 4-cylinder, dual VVT-i gasoline engine and are available in CVT transmission with 3 drive modes – Normal, Eco, and Sport.
Exterior-wise, its new sleek design is fronted by a modern-looking front grille accented by split-type LED headlamps with sequential turn signals. Complementing this is an equally commanding rear with LED line guide back door garnish. The stylish ride package also comes with outside rearview mirrors with auto fold and welcome lamp features, and 17-inch alloy wheels. Exclusive to the Philippine build of the All-New Veloz is the over-fender to accentuate its SUV design.
The keyless Smart Entry and Push Start System features make the ride intuitive, convenient, and suited for the on-the-go profile of the All-New Veloz’s target customers. Inside the vehicle, passengers are welcomed by ambient lighting that complements the overall feel of the interior, accented by fabric and synthetic leather seat materials. Whether on-the-move or stationary, seating is made more comfortable and spacious, with the long sofa mode as an added option.
The 7-inch TFT Multi-Information Display rests perfectly on the dashboard along with the 9-inch multimedia display (8-inch for G CVT) equipped with Apple Carplay and Android Auto for seamless mobile connectivity and controls. Power will not be a problem during long drives as the new Veloz also has wireless smartphone charging capability.
The new Veloz also comes with a whole new level of safety with the V CVT variant being the latest to be equipped with useful Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) features. Road trips and long drives are now safer with Pre-Collision System, Automatic High Beam, and Lane Departure Alert – all added on top of other standard and advanced safety features like the panoramic view monitor and rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring, hill start assist control, six SRS airbags aided by other instinctive driving features like the electronic parking brake with auto hold.