MPV · 2025
Toyota Veloz 2025 Philippines
₱1,104,000 — ₱1,262,000
68
Expressway Score
19
km/L highway
6
Airbags
Class 1
Toll Class
Expressway Score
68/100GOOD
Score Breakdown
Overview
The 2025 Toyota Veloz is a premium 7-seat MPV that sits above the Avanza in Toyota's Philippine lineup, offering a more refined driving experience and modern safety technology at a competitive price point. The Toyota Veloz price Philippines ranges from ₱1,104,000 for the 1.5 E CVT to ₱1,262,000 for the flagship 1.5 V CVT, which includes Toyota Safety Sense with pre-collision warning, lane departure alert, and auto high beam. Powered by a 1.5L 2NR-VE engine producing 105 hp and 138 Nm of torque through a CVT, the Veloz prioritizes smooth cruising and fuel efficiency over outright performance. Its 190mm ground clearance, 2,750mm wheelbase, and 6 airbags across all variants make it one of the most well-rounded family MPVs available. The Veloz competes directly with the Hyundai Stargazer and Mitsubishi Xpander, but distinguishes itself with Toyota Safety Sense availability and superior build quality that Filipino families trust for regular expressway trips to the provinces.
Expressway Driving Review
The Toyota Veloz is a capable expressway MPV that balances comfort, safety, and efficiency for family highway driving. The V variant's Toyota Safety Sense provides pre-collision braking and lane departure alert — features rarely found in MPVs under ₱1.3M, giving drivers a meaningful safety net on NLEX, SLEX, and TPLEX. At highway cruising speeds of 80-100 km/h, the 1.5L engine settles into a relaxed 2,000-2,200 rpm through the CVT, delivering 17-19 km/L that translates to roughly ₱3.40-3.80 per kilometer of expressway driving. The 2,750mm wheelbase provides a stable, planted ride that resists lane-change wobble, and the 190mm ground clearance handles uneven toll plaza approaches and expressway construction zones without concern. NVH levels are a step above the Avanza — wind noise is controlled at 90 km/h but becomes noticeable above 110 km/h due to the tall MPV profile. Cruise control on the G and V variants helps manage fatigue on straight stretches of TPLEX, though the lack of adaptive cruise means you must still monitor traffic spacing manually. As a Class 1 vehicle, toll from Balintawak to Dau on NLEX is ₱411. With 7 passengers and luggage, the 105 hp engine requires patience for uphill overtaking on Skyway Stage 3 inclines.
Driver Assistance Features
Toyota Veloz 2025 Price & Variants
| Variant | Price | Transmission | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 E CVT | ₱1,104,000 | CVT | gasoline |
| 1.5 G CVT | ₱1,173,000 | CVT | gasoline |
| 1.5 V CVT | ₱1,262,000 | CVT | gasoline |
Specifications
Engine & Performance
- Displacement
- 1,496 cc
- Power
- 105 hp @ 6,000 rpm
- Torque
- 138 Nm @ 4,200 rpm
- Transmission
- CVT
- Fuel Type
- gasoline
Dimensions
- Length × Width × Height
- 4475 × 1775 × 1700 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2750 mm
- Ground Clearance
- 190 mm
- Kerb Weight
- 1,230 kg
- Trunk Capacity
- 207L
Fuel Efficiency
19
km/L Highway
12
km/L City
Pros & Cons for Expressway Driving
Pros
- ✓Toyota Safety Sense on V variant — pre-collision braking and lane departure alert rare at this price
- ✓Excellent highway fuel efficiency of 17-19 km/L keeps expressway running costs low
- ✓7-seat configuration with comfortable 2nd-row captain seats on V variant
- ✓190mm ground clearance handles toll plaza approaches and rough road transitions
- ✓6 airbags standard across all variants for family safety
- ✓Cruise control on G and V variants reduces highway fatigue
- ✓Strong Toyota resale value — retains 75-80% after 3 years
Cons
- ✗No adaptive cruise control on any variant — must monitor traffic spacing manually
- ✗207L trunk is cramped with the 3rd row up — barely fits two carry-on bags
- ✗105 hp engine feels underpowered when fully loaded with 7 passengers on Skyway inclines
- ✗No diesel option for better highway torque and range
- ✗CVT can feel sluggish during sudden overtaking requests at 100 km/h
- ✗Wind noise becomes noticeable above 110 km/h due to tall MPV body profile