m.patterson Posted June 5, 2022 Share Posted June 5, 2022 Hi just thought i'd join this club online as i'm considering buying an Alphard in the near future,undecided on 2.4 or 3.0 ltr but need space for two largish dogs and my wife. Looking to use for holidays not a daily runabout,thinking 3.0 ltr probably best as miles per gallon not much different to 2.4.? Martin gtr m/cr area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rojie Posted June 6, 2022 Share Posted June 6, 2022 2 hours ago, m.patterson said: Hi just thought I'd join this club online as i'm considering buying an Alphard in the near future, undecided on 2.4 or 3.0 ltr but need space for two largish dogs and my wife. Looking to use for holidays not a daily runabout, thinking 3.0 ltr probably best as miles per gallon not much different to 2.4.? Martin gtr m/cr area. Hi, Welcome to the Forum Alphard will offer plenty of space, rearmost seats fold up sideways providing a huge boot. 2008 is a changeover year. Gen 1 3.0 litre is belt driven; but a non interference engine (if it snaps) Gen 2 has 3.5 litre and a chain drive, as does the 2.4. 3.0 has 5 speed, whereas 2.4 has a 4 speed. Other than different panels and interior, especially the seats, they are very similar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alphard Club Posted June 6, 2022 Share Posted June 6, 2022 check out fuelly for owner MPG results https://www.fuelly.com/car/toyota/alphard bear in mind the year as the 3ltr and 3.5ltr have different consumptions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rojie Posted June 6, 2022 Share Posted June 6, 2022 52 minutes ago, Alphard Club said: check out fuelly for owner MPG results https://www.fuelly.com/car/toyota/alphard bear in mind the year as the 3ltr and 3.5ltr have different consumptions. Nice tabulation Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alphard Club Posted June 6, 2022 Share Posted June 6, 2022 2008 upwards in comparison to the first series 3.5 has 6 speed box 3.5 does not have rotating seats on the 8 seater model unlike the 10 series wich is a shame as the rotating seats are a cool feature. 3.5 engine and transmission i think is a smoother engine and gear change then the 10 series. Plenty of power. Car Looks slightly smaller on the outside but inside feels similar size to the 10 series. 3.5 economy is slightly worse around town but may do better on runs with it's extra gear. Rear seats fold up better, much easier to use. No need to change cambelt as timing chain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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