2024 Innova Zenix 2.0 V CVT (non-HEV) vs Innova 2.8 G A/T

**oj88** · April 1st, 2024 10:00 AM

Ok, it's almost time to replace my almost 9 y/o 2015 Innova 2.5 G A/T and I'm in a pickle between these two models. They're in the same price range with only about 13k difference between their SRPs.

On one hand, I wanted the tried and tested, robust, and reliable Diesel Innova 2.8. On the other hand, I'm also a tech junkie and I crave for the more modern creature comforts and other refinements of the gasoline Zenix 2.0.

The Innova 2.8 is also on its way out, but this also means that all the kinks that were present in earlier batches had been mostly ironed out. The Zenix however, is the first of probably a few batches and I'm not really keen on beta-testing a relatively new platform.

It's only going to be between these two models. I'm not interested on the smaller MPVs (ie. Veloz, Expander, etc.)

Given my sentiments, why would you choose one over the other?

**sirkosero** · April 1st, 2024 10:20 AM

Originally Posted by oj88

Ok, it's almost time to replace my almost 9 y/o 2015 Innova 2.5 G A/T and I'm in a pickle between these two models. They're in the same price range with only about 13k difference between their SRPs.

On one hand, I wanted the tried and tested, robust, and reliable Diesel Innova 2.8. On the other hand, I'm also a tech junkie and I crave for the more modern creature comforts and other refinements of the gasoline Zenix 2.0.

The Innova 2.8 is also on its way out, but this also means that all the kinks that were present in earlier batches had been mostly ironed out. The Zenix however, is the first of probably a few batches and I'm not really keen on beta-testing a relatively new platform.

It's only going to be between these two models. I'm not interested on the smaller MPVs (ie. Veloz, Expander, etc.)

Given my sentiments, why would you choose one over the other?

If you are using it sa city and stuck in traffic, get zenix. More comfortable, lots of tech and spacious.

If you plan to use for hauling or just want the torque, get the diesel. Di naman naglakalayo riding comfort ng 2.8 innova vs your 2.5 innova. Ladder frame kasi.

My 2.8 innova get 6.9 km/li pure city driving within makati. My holy week travel got around 12 km/li

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**Walter** · April 1st, 2024 10:25 AM

Toyota Zenix for ride comfort ... plus the safety features ...

**bxr monkey** · April 1st, 2024 11:14 AM

2.8G. Simpler mechanicals. Bench 2nd row. Okay sa uphill.

**boybi** · April 1st, 2024 11:55 AM

May new variant ang Innova, the XE. Only noticeable diff with the E are the mag wheels and foglamps, at around 200K diff in price.

Pero sobra luwag ng Zenix and easy access to the 3rd row.

**oj88** · April 1st, 2024 12:51 PM

What about the resale of these cars kaya?

I have a feeling that the Zenix would depreciate faster.

**travajante** · April 1st, 2024 01:14 PM

Hands down the 2.8 for trouble free longterm ownership. This is from 1st hand experience. It's likely the most practical multipurpose vehicle in the market today. NonCVT...Holds value really well, too.

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**ale828** · April 1st, 2024 01:15 PM

Originally Posted by oj88

What about the resale of these cars kaya?

I have a feeling that the Zenix would depreciate faster.

Yes, the zenix would depreciate faster due to its gasoline engine. Just check the prices of the Old TOTL gasoline engines Innova vs the diesel Innova. halos pareho lang price nila ngayon.

Pinoys still love their diesel units.