- Toyota updates the Alphard and Vellfire minivans.
- The Alphard gains new PHEV Z and HEV G trims.
- All variants now receive frequency-sensitive shocks.
Three years is about the point in a model’s life when the engineers start tidying up the loose ends. Toyota has done exactly that, handing the Alphard and Vellfire minivans a round of light updates in Japan. The focus this time is a wider electrified range, though the Alphard also gets a few changes aimed at how it rides.
Look closely and you won’t spot much. The two are visually unchanged save for a new Neutral Black exterior color. Inside, the Bronze Sputtering trim that was previously limited to the Executive Lounge trim is now standard across the lineup.
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Furthermore, the Alphard rides on 18-inch alloy wheels with improved quality and a Hyperchrome Metallic finish. More importantly, all variants of the minivan are fitted as standard with frequency-sensitive shock absorbers for even greater comfort.
Toyota Alphard
The biggest news for the Alphard is the addition of the new PHEV Z grade. Previously, the plug-in hybrid powertrain was exclusively locked behind the flagship Executive Lounge trim. By bringing it down to the Z grade, Toyota is lowering the barrier of entry for buyers seeking a PHEV option.
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The Z is equipped with 19-inch alloy wheels finished in Silver Sputtering, a dual moonroof with electric shade, Ultrasuede headlining, genuine wood inserts, a leather steering wheel, a 14-inch infotainment, a 10-speaker audio, wireless charging, and Executive Power seats for the second row with heating and ventilation.
Additionally, the self-charging hybrid lineup grows with the inclusion of the HEV G trim. Standard equipment includes triple-eye LED headlights, power-adjustable and heated front seats, captain chairs for the second-row with heating, swivel armrest, and manual leg rests (ottoman), as well as the 14-inch infotainment with the Panoramic View Monitor.
Toyota Alphard
Predictably, there are no changes under the hood, with both models offering a choice between gasoline, HEV and PHEV powertrains. The ICE and HEV are available in FWD and AWD guises, while the PHEV is exclusively offered with the E-Four AWD system.
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Pricing for the slightly updated Toyota Alphard ranges from ¥4,970,000 ($31,100) for the entry-level G with a gasoline engine, and climbs to ¥14,850,000 ($92,900) for the flagship HEV Spacious Lounge model that was introduced in 2025. Meanwhile, the more aggressive-looking Vellfire is priced between ¥6,749,600-10,899,900 ($42,300-$68,300).
