2016 Toyota Innova

**Monty** · February 29th, 2016 11:01 PM

Don't think Nakajima san had a "pocket rocket" in mind with the 2.8. :-D

**vinj** · March 1st, 2016 12:04 AM

Originally Posted by Wh1stl3r2

Yup the old 2.5L was relatively thirsty but in stop and go in the city I didn't feel like I had to punch the accelerator (with the a/t) that much as the gear ratios were pretty good. Felt like the ratios were really made for in city traffic. Even better than the m/t. Its in the highways that the old 2.5L Innova felt anemic. I don't discount the possibility of the new 2.8L being more efficient in the city but with MM traffic being what it is right now, I wouldn't bet on it.

The Carnival clearly looks like a better package but after owning 2 Korean cars I still doubt they'll be able to catch up in build quality (of parts) with this gen. I'm with you re: 2.4L, a much better match for the usage most people will have.

Now that you pointed it out, I think it also boils down to maintenance. Since the Innovas we had were family car (family driver) affairs, the performance lag came about as the mileage climbed (egr clogging or turbo efficiency degrading perhaps?). It was decarbonized when they sent it to Toyota last year and I did notice an improvement afterwards.

My main gripe with the Korean vehicles we've had (mid 00s to early 10's) is also the build and interior material quality. Reliability and engine performance is okay. Rode the '09 Carnival of my Uncle last week and the fit and finish of our 07 Vios which has been disassembled several times for flood repairs, with more mileage, still feels tighter.

Surprised to see that the spec sheet indicates a 5-mt. Is this confirmed? Or they deliberately threw in a 5-mt to give us 2.4L owners a fighting chance? :rofl:

**veyron_27** · March 1st, 2016 02:19 AM

Originally Posted by jut703

This was the answer of the Innova's chief engineer on the decision to go for an all-2.8 lineup:

http://www.autoindustriya.com/featur...ta-innova.html

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I can only say that the 2.8GD in the Innova is a MAMAW. But I do not believe on his explanation why they didn't bring the 2.4GD. Probably a supply issue on 2.4GB or rather the 2.4GD Innova will only price slightly below the 2.8GD. That is why they opt to 2.8.

**dr. d** · March 1st, 2016 02:32 AM

Originally Posted by veyron_27

I can only say that the 2.8GD in the Innova is a MAMAW. But I do not believe on his explanation why they didn't bring the 2.4GD. Probably a supply issue on 2.4GB or rather the 2.4GD Innova will only price slightly below the 2.8GD. That is why they opt to 2.8.

errr... what's a mamaw, po?

**watarii** · March 1st, 2016 02:36 AM

Originally Posted by veyron_27

I can only say that the 2.8GD in the Innova is a MAMAW. But I do not believe on his explanation why they didn't bring the 2.4GD. Probably a supply issue on 2.4GB or rather the 2.4GD Innova will only price slightly below the 2.8GD. That is why they opt to 2.8.

I dont mind the engine being bigger as long as the FC is the same with the current 2.5

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**veyron_27** · March 1st, 2016 02:45 AM

Originally Posted by watarii

I dont mind the engine being bigger as long as the FC is the same with the current 2.5

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I'm hoping would be the same as the old 2.5 or better. We will see in the next few months.

**watarii** · March 1st, 2016 02:58 AM

Errr why is the diesel 2.4 in this site

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**StockEngine** · March 1st, 2016 04:59 AM

Originally Posted by watarii

Errr why is the diesel 2.4 in this site

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most carbay websites are inaccurate.

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**EQAddict** · March 1st, 2016 08:20 AM

Am not only talking about peak HP which it already has a lot of. The torque curve for this 2.8 is sweet. For everyday driving and in gear pull this will make a world of difference.

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