Alphard 3.5 Executive Lounge

The Alphard 3.5 Executive Lounge is the top-tier variant of Toyota's large premium minivan, built around rear-seat comfort rather than driver engagement. The 3.5-litre V6 petrol engine produces strong, smooth power and pairs with a multi-speed automatic that shifts without fuss. In Karachi or Lahore city traffic the V6 will drink fuel at a rate most owners accept as the cost of this class of vehicle — expect somewhere in the 6 to 9 km/l range depending on AC load and traffic conditions. The Executive Lounge trim specifically adds captain rear seats with extended leg rests, making it the choice for chauffeur-driven use or family long-haul travel.

In Pakistan this generation of Alphard is imported as a used Japanese vehicle and is most common in major cities among business owners and corporate fleets. Parts are available through importers but are not as freely stocked as Toyota Corolla or Fortuner components, so budgeting for slightly longer wait times on certain items is sensible. Resale value holds reasonably well given the limited supply of clean examples in the market.