Toyota Wish (ZGE22W/ZGE20W/ZGE2OG/ZGE25W/ZGE25G) Phase II

Launched in April 2009, this second-generation Toyota WISH is all about practicality and versatility for the average Japanese family. This was made to have a lower, more stylish profile than other wagons, and gave the impression of being fun to drive with its sporty driving and agile cornering. However, it isn't at least impressive for my tastes, or is it?

2013 Toyota WISH

2013 Toyota WISH

Welcome everyone to the 2013 Toyota WISH. This is a facelifted version of the second-generation Toyota WISH but on the outside, it's a bit more different than what you would expect for its minor model change. The Wish 1.8X and the Wish 1.8G variants feature a rather simple design with some silver lining in the middle of the grille. On the 1.8A, 1.8S, and the 2.0Z variants, the front view is much more better looking and the bumpers are a bit more stylish yet sporty. Whichever Wish you choose, the rear lamps are now a bit more chrome than the previous pre-facelift model or maybe it's a hint of something altezza-ish (no, that' can't be right).

2013 Toyota WISH interior

2013 Toyota WISH interior

2013 Toyota WISH interior

On the interior, well, same thing. You still carry up to seven passengers, you still fold them to accommodate various seating arrangements, and that's it. Nothing. You don't expect something special but when it comes to interior colors, it's a difference. For instance, the top of the line 2.0Z variant comes with the two-tone coloring of black and orange. Then, the entry-level 1.8X model comes with either beige or black, whatever floats your boat. Also differs were the instrumental clusters. The top-level 2.0Z and the 1.8G comes with optitron meters while the 1.8S, 1.8A and 1.8X come with analog meters. Also, the 2013 Toyota Wish now comes with a Nanoe option that is fitted on the aircon and some say, it helps protects your skin and hair from dry air during the long drive. Really? Mind you, that Nanoe stuff sourced from Panasonic just doesn't make sense at all...

2013 Toyota WISH instrumental panel

2013 Toyota WISH instrumental panel

2013 Toyota WISH instrumental panel

2013 Toyota WISH instrumental panel

First off, the 1.8L 2ZR-FAE engine is equipped with Dual VVT-i and the Valvematic system. Power output, if you have 2WD, is 105kW（143PS）/6,200r.p.m. and torque output is 173N・m(17.6kgf・m)/4,000r.p.m. The fuel economy, if you have 2WD, based on Japan's JC08 mode cycle, is 15.8km/L. If you have the 4WD variant, you would expect 96kW（130PS）/6,200r.p.m. of power, 161N・m(16.4kgf・m)/4,000r.p.m. of torque, and 14.4km/L of fuel economy. Now, on the 2.0L 3ZR-FAE engine, which also comes with Dual VVT-i and Valvematic, it produces 112kW（152PS）/6,100r.p.m. of power, 193N・m（19.7kgf・m）/3,800r.p.m. of torque, and 14.4km/L of fuel economy based on Japan's JC08 mode cycle. Whichever engine you chose, you still have the 7-speed Super CVT-i transmission.

Available colors are; White Pearl Crystal Shine. Silver Metallic, Grey Metallic, Black, Blackish Red Mica, Orange Metallic, Beige Metallic, and Satin Blue Mica Metallic.

My comment:

So that's the 2013 Toyota Wish; new look, same feeling. It's still the same MPV that only idiots from Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia want to smuggle but nevertheless, it was made to be more economical to meet up with Japan's improved "eco-car genzei" system. Shockingly, despite it doesn't have the idling stop like most of the modern Japanese cars have, this is more fuel efficient than the recently facelifted 2013 Honda StepWGN but hold on, they're not on the same league. So sorry.

With the facelifted Wish now available in most Netz dealerships, will countries like Hong Kong and Taiwan follow suit? Surely hope but what I really wish for this 2013 Toyota WISH that it shouldn't be smuggled by ASEAN idiots who are addicted to Japanese MPVs. That means you, Malaysians, Indonesians, Thais, and Singaporeans. Don't you ever smuggle this!

Photo: Toyota Motor Corporation

Idolm@ster-itasha versions of Prius, Ractis Verso, and Wish coming at Amlux this February

Toyota WISH -THE IDOLM@STER- Version

Toyota Prius -THE IDOLM@STER- Version

Toyota Ractis (Verso-S) -THE IDOLM@STER- Version

   

Some say, it happened again but this is different from last year. All we know is, THE IDOLM@STER returns to Toyota's Amlux this February! That's right, petrolheads in Japan. They're back, and this time, Amlux will feature Idolm@ster itasha versions of the Toyota Prius hybrid, Toyota Ractis (Verso-S) hatchback, and the Toyota Wish MPV from February 11 to March 31, 2012.

For about 1,000JPY, visitors can have a one hour test drive in either the Prius or the Ractis Verso while listening to the original IDOLM@STER radio program but those must be reserved in advance.

For some who haven't known, last October 2011, Toyota displayed some IDOLM@STER itasha versions of the Toyota Prius Alpha (Prius v or Prius+) MPV and the Toyota Vitz/Yaris hatchback and it lasted 'till late November 2011.

Guess those IM@S fandom really turned us into petrolheads...

Scoop: http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2012-02-08/idolm@ster-prius-to-be-displayed-at-tokyo-showroom

Special-edition WISH MONOTONE

Toyota Wish 1.8S MONOTONE

On sale next week, the Toyota Wish 1.8S Monotone is the special variant that offers only two colors such as Black and White Pearl Crystal Shine. If you choose black, then the paneling on the inside is black. If you choose white, then the paneling on the inside is white. Simple as that because it's MONOTONE.

Prices start at 2,170,000 Japanese Yen while the 4WD variant cost about 2,359,000 Japanese Yen.

Available for bookings at Netz dealerships this October 3.

Scoop: http://carview.co.jp/news/0/153883/

Wish Mk. II from Toyota

For yuppies who wanted a multi-purpose vehicle with such features that will keep their confidence a mild touch, Toyota's finally got the answer for this, the second-generation Wish is finally come to reality!





Meet the all new Toyota Wish, a perfect multipurpose vehicle designed for the young drivers who can't identify the difference between a hatchback and a MPV at the same time. Notice the exterior, the shape and size does look like the present-generation Toyota Estima/Previa except there are no sliding doors, just traditional ones to keep the Wish a true MPV like no other.





Aside from the Previa-ish exterior, the new Wish offers two new engines available at a press time. Choose from a 1.8 litre Valve Matic engine that delivers a decent power of 133-144PS at a fuel economy of 14.4-16km/L and the high performance 2.0 litre Valve Matic Engine that boasts 158PS at the fuel economy of a not-so-bad 15.2km/L. No matter which engine you'll choose, the Wish comes with the 7-speed automatic transmission with shift pedals mounted on the steering wheel and the optional 4WD available only to the 1.8L variant.





No Wish has come true without the interior of the New Wish. Just look at it, it looks quite similar to the JDM Toyota van brothers, the Noah and the Voxy, especially seating comes reserved for seven people and the seat arrangements can be quite a crafty for luggage-hungry people.

A FOOD FOR THOUGHT:
Smart, sexy, savvy, and all fired up to challenge other MPVs like the Mitsubishi Grandis, Kia Carens, and the Nissan Grand Livinia, the all new, all refreshed Toyota Wish made young drivers' wishes come true thanks to all of the features only a guy devoted to Japanese MPVs could have wished for more. Not only that, soccer moms can be the perfect match for the new Wish and that's not all, all the people who are hip, bling-bling, emo, kawaii, and geeky are welcome to try it out and see what they wished for more when they lay a finger on the all new Wish! Once they've find out, this could be the best Toyota MPV, ever!



Photo: Toyota Motor Corporation