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Toyota Alphard
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Toyota Vellfire
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Toyota Alphard and Vellfire are twins from the same 4th-generation TNGA-K platform, launched in Malaysia in 2023, so the real choice comes down to styling and powertrain rather than practicality. The Alphard leans elegant with a chrome-heavy face and comes only with a punchy 2.4L turbo engine, while the Vellfire wears a sportier, blacked-out grille and offers both a 2.5L petrol and a more efficient 2.5L hybrid. Both seat 7 in a spacious, limousine-like cabin. This page compares their powertrains, dimensions and running costs side by side to help you decide which one suits you better.
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Specification
Toyota Alphard
Toyota Vellfire
Body type5-DOOR MPV
Body type5-DOOR MPV
Engine2,393 cc (2.4L Turbo)
Engine2,493 cc (2.5L) / 2,487 cc (2.5L Hybrid)
Peak Power205 kW (279 PS)
Peak Powerup to 184 kW (250 PS Hybrid)
Peak Torque430 Nm
Peak Torqueup to 270 Nm (Hybrid)
Transmission8-speed Automatic
TransmissionCVT / e-CVT (Hybrid)
DriveFWD
DriveFWD
Seats7
Seats7
The Alphard is offered only in one Executive Lounge turbo grade in Malaysia, while the Vellfire spans a more affordable 2.5L petrol entry grade up to a 2.5L Hybrid Executive Lounge grade added in January 2026.
Dimensions & Practicality Compared
Dimension
Toyota Alphard
Toyota Vellfire
Length5,005 mm
Length4,995 mm
Width1,850 mm
Width1,850 mm
Height1,945 mm
Height1,945 mm
Wheelbase3,000 mm
Wheelbase3,000 mm
Kerb weight2,060 kg
Kerb weight2,060–2,230 kg
Ground clearance158 mm
Ground clearance161 mm
Choose the Alphard if you want the more prestigious face and don't mind paying a premium; choose the Vellfire if you want a lower entry price, a sportier look, or the option of the more efficient hybrid powertrain.
Efficiency & Running Cost Compared
Specification
Toyota Alphard
Toyota Vellfire
City (L/100km)14.6 L/100km
City (L/100km)~7.0 L/100km (Hybrid)
Highway (L/100km)7.2 L/100km
Highway (L/100km)~4.9 L/100km (Hybrid)
Fuel tank75 L
Fuel tank75 L
Alphard figures are for the 2.4L Turbo (9.0 L/100km official combined). Vellfire figures shown are for the 2.5L Hybrid (5.7 L/100km official combined); the base 2.5L petrol Vellfire is comparable to the Alphard at 9.1 L/100km combined.
Neither is objectively "better" — they share the same platform, cabin space and safety kit. The Alphard offers a more prestigious, chrome-accented look and is available only with the turbo engine, while the Vellfire has sportier styling and a wider powertrain choice, including the more efficient hybrid, at a lower entry price.
Is the Vellfire fuel efficient?
The base 2.5L petrol Vellfire is rated at 9.1 L/100km combined, similar to the Alphard. The 2.5L Hybrid Vellfire introduced in January 2026 is significantly more efficient at 5.7 L/100km, around 38% better than the petrol version.
What is the ground clearance of the Alphard and Vellfire?
The Toyota Alphard has a ground clearance of 158 mm, while the Vellfire sits slightly higher at 161 mm, despite sharing the same TNGA-K platform.
How much do the Alphard and Vellfire cost in Malaysia?
The Toyota Alphard starts from around RM538,000 (Executive Lounge, 2.4L Turbo). The Vellfire is more accessible, starting from around RM438,000 for the 2.5L petrol, up to about RM549,900 for the 2.5L Hybrid Executive Lounge.
Where can I find the Toyota Alphard and Vellfire for sale on Mudah.my?
Browse current Toyota Alphard and Vellfire listings across Malaysia on Mudah.my — filter by variant, year, mileage and location to find the right one near you.
