Posted on February 26 2020

The brand new Vellfire defines sustainable luxury & indulgence for Indian customers


Product Highlights

  • Bold and Fearless & Magnificently Distinctive, the New Vellfire defines indulgence, luxury and status
  • Equipped with a 2.5L gasoline hybrid engine & coupled with dual motors, the New Vellfire Hybrid delivers optimum performance and superior fuel efficiency
  • Modern and contemporary new advanced interiors redefines personal luxury space
  • Safety continues to be top priority with 7 SRS Airbags, VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management), HAC (Hill-start Assist Control) & VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) amongst other safety features
  • Offered in 4 exciting exterior colors – Burning Black, White Pearl, Graphite & Black and 2 interior colors- Flaxen (beige) & Black
  • Attractively priced at Rs. 79,50,000 ex-showroom (Prices will be same across the country at ex-showroom level except in Kerala)
  • First 3 months of shipment has been sold out

Self-Charging Hybrid Electric Technology Highlights

As a powerful and eco-advanced vehicle, the New Vellfire is a Self-charging Hybrid Electric Vehicle (SHEV) which has numerous advantages such as:

  • High fuel efficiency with a mileage of 16.35 Km/l
  • All regulated emission levels are well below the specified limit, and some are even lesser than 1/10th  of these limits*
  • Advantage of no external charging required
  • Responsive power & a quieter drive
  • Vellfire being strong hybrid, studies have shown that strong hybrid vehicles are capable of running 40% of distance and 60% of time on electric or zero emission mode with engine off*

*Under specific test conditions

Key features of New Vellfire

  1. Phenomenal Space & Incredible Seats
    • Large Executive Lounge Seats in second row
    • Super long slide seats with Expansive Individual Armrest
    • Wide Headrests
    • Powered Seats- Slide, Recline, Cooled, Heated, Memory, one-touch-sit-up, Ottoman powered and extendable
    • Individual Tables
  2. Well-Tailored Ambience
    • Genuine Leather Upholstery
    • 3-Zone A/C
    • 16-Color Ambient Roof Illumination
    • Sun-blinds for 2nd and 3rd row
    • Twin Moonroofs
    • VIP Personal Spotlights
    • Individual Armrest Controls
    • One-touch Power Slide Side Doors
    • Green-tinted Acoustic Glass
  3. Front row features

    • Smart Entry with Push Start
    • Electronic Parking Brake with brake hold
    • Powered, memory front seats: heated & cooled
    • Co-driver seat: powered with Ottoman
    • Tilt and telescopic Steering Column with Heated Steering Wheel
    • Outside Rear View Mirror: Powered, Heated with Memory
    • Chauffeur Controls for Co-driver seat, second row seats, power side slide & back door
  4. Audio & Infotainment
    • Premium 10” Audio with 17-Speaker JBL
    • Connectivity:
      • SmartDeviceLink
      • Apple CarPlay
      • Android Auto
      • Bluetooth
      • USB Port
      • Rear Ceiling 13” Screen with Power Adjust (open, close, tilt) HDMI port, Wi-fi
  5. Superior performance
    • Gasoline Hybrid Engine
    • 2.5L, 4-Cylinder, In-line
    • 86 kW / 117ps @ 4700rpm
    • 198 Nm @ 2800-4000 rpm
    • Fuel Efficiency: 16.35 kmpl
    • Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors
      • Front Motor: 105 kW
      • Rear Motor: 50 kW
    • Nickel-metal Hydride hybrid battery
    • Electronic AWD [E-Four] for better On-road Traction
  6. Bold & Fearless
    • LED Headlamps, Front Fog Lamps
    • Cornering Function
    • Sequential Side Turn Indicators
    • LED Rear Combination Lamps
    • 17” Hyper Chrome Alloys
    • Twin Sunroof
    • Power sliding doors (side) for added luxury and enhanced convenience
  7. Safety & Security Features
    • 7 SRS airbags (Driver, passenger, front side, CSA, driver knee)
    • Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM)- a proactive safety feature which provides stability to the vehicle based on vehicle performance control technology
    • Emergency Brake Signal
    • Hill-start assist control (HAC)
    • Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
    • Panoramic View Monitor

Hyderabad, February 26, 2020: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today unveiled the illustrious Toyota Vellfire, the new luxurious self-charging hybrid electric vehicle in India. The luxurious and spacious interiors of the new Vellfire boasts of opulence while the majestic and fearless exterior is thoughtfully curated to leave a lasting impression.


Toyota Kirloskar Motor Launches the New Luxurious Self-charging Hybrid Electric Vehicle in India- the Vellfire
(L-R) Mr. Naveen Soni, Sr. Vice President, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, Mr. Masakazu Yoshimura, Managing Director, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, Mr. Vikram Kirloskar- Vice Chairman, Toyota Kirloskar Motor and Mr Tadashi Asazuma - Vice President, Marketing, Toyota Kirloskar Motor at the national launch of The New Vellfire at Hyderabad
Toyota Kirloskar Motor Launches the New Luxurious Self-charging Hybrid Electric Vehicle in India- the Vellfire
Toyota Kirloskar Motor Launches the New Luxurious Self-charging Hybrid Electric Vehicle in India- the Vellfire

The New Vellfire delivers a powerful driving experience while ensuring low fuel consumption and carbon footprints. Vellfire being strong hybrid, studies have shown that strong hybrid vehicles are capable of running 40% of distance and 60% of time on electric or zero emission mode with engine off*.

The 2.5-liter 4-Cylinder Gasoline Hybrid Engine offers 86 kW (115 BHP) power and a max torque of 198 Nm @2800-4000 rpm. The new Vellfire engine which is also coupled with two electric motors and a hybrid battery ensures low emissions whilst delivering a delightful driving experience.

Present at the launch, Mr. Vikram Kirloskar- Vice Chairman, Toyota Kirloskar Motor said, “The automotive industry in India is undergoing a profound technology-driven transformation with innovation and creativity defining the overall customer experience. As industry leaders, it is imperative for us to challenge ourselves and provide customers with new breakthroughs that not only promises magnificence and comfort, but also contributes to the well-being of the ecosystem.  At Toyota, environment consciousness is etched into our ecosystem, from fuel efficient vehicles to developing ever better eco techniques & approaches, TKM has environmentally sustainable solutions at the heart of all our business operations and every single vehicle that is manufactured in the plant. Along the lines, our latest offering New Toyota Vellfire too embodies our commitment of offering “Ever-Better Cars with Ever-Better Technology for an Ever-Better Environment”.

Sharing views on the launch of the New Vellfire in India, Mr. Masakazu Yoshimura, Managing Director, Toyota Kirloskar Motor said, “Today marks an important day in our Journey in India, as we add another milestone product to our lineup of electrified vehicles. The New Vellfire truly encapsulates Toyota’s class defining technology, comfort, elegance and sustainability that ultimately offers an excellent driving experience for the customers. Globally, we have a caravan of luxury offerings, and the launch of Toyota Vellfire in India marks a significant moment in our journey. The Vellfire is an icon of ultimate luxury whilst envisaging a greener future. Today’s announcement is a significant step in our mid-to-long-term plan to achieve Zero CO2 challenge. We will continue to work for mass electrification thus moving towards the goal of sustainable mobility”.

Also speaking on latest offering, Mr. Naveen Soni, Sr. Vice President, Toyota Kirloskar Motor said, “The Toyota Vellfire offers a perfect blend of superior craftsmanship and comfort while delivering a phenomenal fuel efficiency with its Self-Charging Hybrid Electric Technology. Our new offering truly encapsulates Toyota’s class defining technology, comfort, elegance and sustainability and it gives us immense pleasure to bring such a renowned vehicle to India.

Ultra-efficient and effortless, the new luxury vehicle’s performance ensures a smooth and comfortable experience in all conditions. The Vellfire is well-aligned with Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050 which encourages us to move towards a society where people, cars and nature can coexist in harmony.

Over the years we have introduced several segment leading products and we would like to thank our valued customers for their loyalty throughout our journey and we hope that they will extend their appreciation to this new product also. Today, as we drive home the New Vellfire we are certain of setting new standards in performance, capability and sustainability. So far customer feedback has been encouraging, we are happy to inform that first 3 months of shipment has been sold out.”

The New Vellfire is bold on the outside and beautiful on the inside. The super spacious and modern interior is infused with quality and glamour to provide pride and lounge class travel wherever you go.  The Vellfire possess unshakeable presence with a comfortable ride and exceptional handling stability with an emphasis on boldness on the exterior. In addition to high body rigidity, a newly developed VIP tuned suspension has been adopted for the rear to achieve a luxurious ride, while maintaining stability.

The efficient Gasoline Hybrid Engine delivers exemplary power, fuel efficiency, environmental performance backed by hybrid system provides enhanced fuel efficiency and acceleration. This advanced technology bumped-up by the hybrid synergy has also contributed to an impressive mileage of 16.35 Km/l as certified by test agency (under standard test conditions).

The luxurious and bold Vellfire has dynamic new exteriors designed to emulate a majestic and imposing on-road presence. The boldness characterized by single Ingot-Shaped Grille design, aggressively shaped triangular fog lamp bezels, upper headlamps with two square Projectors -with blue accents extension, chiseled body structure. The power sliding doors, two-part rear combination lamps, twin moonroofs makes this luxurious lounge stand out – bold and fearless.

The Vellfire comes with sleek and contemporary new advanced interiors which redefines spaciousness, prestige and comfort. The cabin resembles that of a private enclosed suite and is accentuated with a range of advanced features which include leather upholstery, memory setting of seats, 17-speaker JBL premium audio, power adjustable seats with Ottoman function, 16 colors ambient light & super long seat sliding function.

Safety is a high priority at Toyota and a host of active and passive state-of-the-art safety systems and technologies will ensure safety for all passengers as well as pedestrians. The New Vellfire is equipped with 7 SRS Airbags & VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management) which is a proactive safety feature which provides stability to the vehicle based on vehicle performance control technology. Other safety features in the Vellfire come along with Emergency Brake Signal, Hill start assist control (HAC) and Vehicle Stability Control (VSC).

Strong Hybrid Electric Vehicles (SHEVs) belong to the family of electrified vehicles (xEVs), that also includes Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs), Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs) as these technologies share common core technology of advanced Batteries, Motors and Controllers. This technology also facilitates regenerative braking which allows storing of energy generated from braking into the batteries. The energy generated is further used to propel the vehicle either by electric motor only or have the motor assist the traditional fossil fuel engine. As the SHEVs use the electric motor and the ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) in an optimal manner, fuel consumption is minimized, helping in reducing carbon emissions. Lastly, Strong Hybrid Electric Vehicles have “onboard charging” function, wherein the electric batteries automatically get charged while in operation. Thus, it does not require any external charging facility.

Available in four exciting colors: Burning Black, White Pearl, Graphite & Black.

*Prices will be same across the country at ex-showroom level except in Kerala

Some of the key features are depicted through images as below:


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Greener future with Self Charging Hybrid Electric Vehicle

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Advanced Equipments
Premium 10” Audio with 17-Speaker JBL
13” Rear Seat Entertainment screen
Electronic Parking Brake with brake hold
Twin Moon Roof

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Comfort redefined
Powered Captain Seats in 2nd Row
Lounge Command Centre
Cooled & Heated Seats
Memory Seats
VIP spotlights
Powered Ottoman with length extender

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Advanced Safety Features
Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management System (VDIM)
7 SRS Airbags
Panoramic View Monitor
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

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Overview of TKM
Company name Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited
Equity participation TMC: 89%, Kirloskar Systems Limited (Mr. Vikram S. Kirloskar): 11%
Number of employees Approx. 6,500
Land area Approx. 432 acres (approx.1,700,000 m2)
Building area 74,000 m2
Total Installed Production capacity Upto 3,10,000 units
Overview of TKM 1st Plant
Established October 1997 (start of production: December 1999)
Location Bidadi
Products Innova, Fortuner manufactured in India. Prado, Land Cruiser and Prius imported as CBUs.
Installed Production capacity Upto 1,00,000 units
Overview of TKM 2nd Plant
Start of Production December 2010
Location On the site of Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited, Bidadi
Products Corolla Altis, Toyota Yaris, Etios, Etios Liva, Etios Cross & Camry Hybrid
Installed Production capacity Upto 2,10,000 units
For any further Queries please contact:
Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd. Creation
Vinod Abraham
Mobile : +91-97409-00854
Email : VinodAbraham@toyota-kirloskar.co.in
Kaveri Mandanna/ Akash Thakur
Mobile : +91-90089-59697 / +91-77601-18507
Email : KMandanna@CurrentGlobal.com/Akash.Thakur@Creation.io