Toyota introduced in Japan updated version of Alphard and Vellfire - minivan (they differ by the way, only the exterior design) refreshed externally and inside, have undergone a number of technical updates and got the extended list of options.
From useful just want to mention independent rear suspension instead of a beam, a more rigid body, plus 1 cm height and improved sound insulation. In addition, the vans can now be equipped with systems circular video review and prevent frontal collisions, and adaptive cruise control.
And one of the nice options you should pay attention to led interior lighting with 16 colors to choose from, wide possibilities of reconfiguration of the cabin, up to eight seats (heating, ventilation, foot rests - all in place), a multimedia system with a 12.1-inch display for rear passengers and the music 17-speaker JBL.
To carry all this can three power plant. It is a 182-horsepower engine 2.5 l volume, coupled with a 7-speed Sports Sequential Shiftmatic, 3.5-liter V6 with 280 forces and 6-speed manual transmission, and a hybrid system, composed of a gasoline engine with a capacity of 152 HP, six-speed Sequential Shiftmatic and two electric motors (one per axis) with 143 and 68 horses.
In the domestic market for Alphard and Vellfire will ask a minimum of £ 24000. In Russia, for reference, the previous second generation Alphard is from 2 545 000.