Wednesday, August 19, 2009

What is a Toyota Alphard AX/AS/MX/MS/MZ/MZG Model?

Now that we have covered the different grade of the 1st Gen Toyota Alphard. Let look at what are those model type mean.

Let starts with the engine variant. The 1st generation Toyota Alphard is offered in either the 2.4L or 3.0L engine specification.

2.4L

3.0L

AX

MX

AX-L

MX-L

AS

MS

MZ

MZG


To denote whether the model is a 2.4L or 3.0L, Toyota uses the alphabet A in it model type to signify this is a 2.4L engine variant and the alphabet M for 3.0L engine variant. Next is the different edition available for each engine variant. The table below summarizes the available editions.

For each edition above, they are available in either 7-seaters or 8-seaters and 2-WD or 4-WD variant. This is the reason why it is so confusing for some buyers!

The 2nd alphabet in the table above represent the trims configurations available each of the edition. For example, the X indicates basic trims while the S indicates sport trims. The trimming is for both in the interior as well as the exterior. The 3rd alphabet L indicates that it is a Luxury version. The 3.0L has the MZ and MZG edition where the difference is in mainly the interior fittings.

From the exterior look perspective, the AX/MX/MZ are considered as the standard grade. The AS/MS has it own grade. Pricing wise, the AS/MS grade will definitely has a higher price than it sibling due to the sportier configuration.

In the next post, I will talk about the AX/MX model.

4 comments:

  1. I am looking to join your blog also looking for Alphard if you can assist. Cheers!
    email me at ll_downs@streamyx.com

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  2. Hmm, not sure what you mean by joining the blog? Do you mean to join the forum?

    I'll take a drive to the dealers this weekend and see what they have. I'll let you know if I find any good deals.

    Cheers

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  3. Hi,

    Thanks for dropping by. Hope the blog help even more when you got your baby (giant).

    Cheers

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