Toyota Motor PH launches next-gen Tamaraw

MANILA: Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) today launched the latest iteration of the Tamaraw nameplate. 

Dubbed “Araw ng Tamaraw,” the official introduction of the revived model simultaneously took place in eight locations nationwide, namely Glorietta Activity Center in Makati City, SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City, Trinoma in Quezon City, Ayala Malls Solenad in Laguna, SM City Pampanga, SM City Cebu, SM Lanang Premier in Davao City, and Limketkai Center in Cagayan de Oro City.

Next-gen Toyota Tamaraw quick specs 

Powertrain, chassis 

The next-generation Toyota Tamaraw — which is called Hilux Champ in other markets like Thailand — is built on the Japanese carmaker’s new International Multi-purpose Vehicle 0 (IMV 0) platform for the Asian market. 

Would-be owners can choose from two different powertrain options, which are a 2.4-liter diesel mill or a 2.0-liter gasoline engine. The former is paired with either a five-speed manual gearbox or a six-speed slush box. Meanwhile, the latter is available only with a five-speed manual transmission. 

Fleet owners and operators or adventure-seeking car buyers can expect the diesel-fed powerplant to dish out some 147 horsepower with 343 to 400 Newton-meters (Nm) of torque. On the other hand, the gasoline engine can put out some 137 horses with 183 Nm of pulling power. 

Handling deceleration and halts are disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. Supporting the IMV 0 platform are independent front suspension coils and rigid leaf springs at the rear. 

Available body types 

Since the next-generation Toyota Tamaraw (much like the revived Lite Ace) is touted primarily as a light commercial vehicle, the default body types presented by Toyota are focused on commerce. 

Below are the available body types for the newly-launched model: 

• Tamaraw Utility Van (short wheelbase, long wheelbase)
• Tamaraw Aluminum Van
• Tamaraw Dropside Pickup Truck

Here are their detailed specifications: 

Tamaraw Utility Van Long Wheelbase

Overall length (in mm)	5,305
Overall width (in mm)	1,795
Overall height (in mm)	2,100
Gross vehicle weight (in kg)	2,790
Curb weight (in kg)	1,905
Payload capacity (in kg)	885
Wheelbase (in mm)	3,085
Minimum turning radius (in m)	5.4
Wheels	14-inch steel wheels
Headlamps	Halogen
Radiator grille	Black
Toyota logo	Black
Seats	Bench
Seating capacity	2 + 12
Interior trims	Black
Audio unit	2DIN
Rear air conditioning system	With

 

Tamaraw Utility Van Short Wheelbase

Overall length (in mm)	4,790
Overall width (in mm)	1,795
Overall height (in mm)	2,100
Gross vehicle weight (in kg)	2,570
Curb weight (in kg)	1,740
Payload capacity (in kg)	830
Wheelbase (in mm)	2,750
Minimum turning radius (in m)	4.9
Wheels	14-inch steel wheels
Headlamps	Halogen
Radiator grille	Black
Toyota logo	Black
Seats	Bench
Seating capacity	2 + 10
Interior trims	Black
Audio unit	2DIN
Rear air conditioning system	With

 

Tamaraw Aluminum Van 

Overall length (in mm)	5,305
Overall width (in mm)	1,795
Overall height (in mm)	2,097
Gross vehicle weight (in kg)	2,790
Curb weight (in kg)	1,775
Payload capacity (in kg)	1,015
Wheelbase (in mm)	3,085
Minimum turning radius (in m)	5.4
Wheels	14-inch steel wheels
Headlamps	Halogen
Radiator grille	Black
Toyota logo	Black
Seats	Bench
Seating capacity	2
Interior trims	Black
Audio unit	2DIN
Aluminum panels	With

 

Tamaraw Dropside Pickup Truck

Overall length (in mm)	5,305
Overall width (in mm)	1,795
Overall height (in mm)	1,711
Gross vehicle weight (in kg)	2,790
Curb weight (in kg)	1,665
Payload capacity (in kg)	1,125
Wheelbase (in mm)	3,085
Minimum turning radius (in m)	5.4
Wheels	14-inch steel wheels
Headlamps	Halogen
Radiator grille	Black
Toyota logo	Black
Seats	Bench
Seating capacity	2
Interior trims	Black
Audio unit	2DIN
Side step	With

 

Other conversion options are also possible per TMP.

Below are the possible roles that the next-gen Toyota Tamaraw can take: 

• Patrol van 
• Ambulance
• Refrigerated van 
• Food truck
• Pet grooming vehicle

And probably our favorite, a camping car. 

Safety 

All next-generation Toyota Tamaraw units come with decent safety features, which include airbags, seatbelts, anti-lock braking, and electronic brake-force distribution. 

Below are is the price table for the next-gen Toyota Tamaraw: 

2.4 GL Dropside A/T	P1.075 million
2.4 FX M/T	P1.142 million
2.4 Aluminum Cargo	P1.041 million
2.4 Dropside M/T	P937,000

On the other hand, the price of the gasoline-powered version — which is expected to be at sub-P800,000 — will be announced on a later date.

The next-gen Toyota Tamaraw will join the likes of the Vios and Innova as models proudly made here in the Philippines. 

The company staged a roll-out ceremony not too long ago in its factory at Santa Rosa, Laguna. 

“It is the third locally produced model here in our Santa Rosa Plant – built by Filipinos, for Filipinos! It is a testament to our commitment to nation building, our belief in Filipino craftsmanship, and our continuing mission to create ever-better cars for the Philippines,” TMP Chairman Alfred Ty said in a press release. 

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