Toyota’s flagship compact car, the Aqua, underwent a full model change in July 2021, evolving into its second generation. It’s popular for its fuel efficiency, stylish design, and comprehensive safety features, but the delivery time is a concern.
In this article, we will explain in detail the latest delivery information for the new Aqua, the time it takes to deliver, the reasons for delivery delays, and tips to speed up the delivery. If you are considering purchasing an Aqua, please read on.
This article provides detailed information on the latest delivery dates as of November 2024 and the time it will take to deliver the vehicle.
Delivery time: Approximately 4 months
Latest delivery information for the new Aqua
This is information from Chiba Toyopet, who I always rely on. After speaking with the person in charge, it seems that the orders are coming in sooner than expected. As of November 2024, the delivery time for the new Aqua is approximately four months , depending on the grade, options, and dealer .
- Z Expected delivery date: February 2025 or later
- G Expected delivery date: February 2025 or later
- X Expected delivery date: February 2025 or later
- GR SPORT expected delivery date: February 2025 or later
3月2日に発注して25年1月納車予定のGRヤリスRZ、ディーラーさんに本社から連絡かあった様で、納車が繰り上がり5月にになるとの事。今のアクアが5月車検なので助かるし普通に嬉しい。
本社～🎵#GRヤリス— さいか (@ae111saika) March 8, 2024
TOYOTAから販売開始の連絡が来たので 実は昨日ディーラー行ってきてサクサクっと買ってきたの😂✌️
アクアGRスポーツの赤×天井が黒のツートン 社外になるけどドラレコも全方向に付けてもらった(運転下手だから)
納車は4月末～5月あたま？
またド派手な色を…と家族に言われた
ピンクよりいいっしょ🥸 pic.twitter.com/41KUuwKFhP— ぼの。 (@mizuki09102122) February 25, 2024
Why is Aqua’s delivery time being delayed?
The main reasons for the delay in Aqua’s delivery are a shortage of semiconductors and delays in the supply of parts .
The global semiconductor shortage is having a major impact on the entire automotive industry, and Toyota is no exception. Furthermore, disruptions to logistics due to the COVID-19 pandemic and rising raw material prices due to the situation in Ukraine are also exacerbating delays in parts supplies.
These factors have combined to cause delays in Aqua production, resulting in longer delivery times.
Factors that cause delivery times to fluctuate
The delivery time for the new Aqua may vary depending on the following factors:
- Grade and options: Some popular grades, manufacturer options, and dealer options tend to have longer delivery times. For example, the higher grade “Z”, popular body colors, sunroofs, and other options may have longer delivery times.
- Dealer inventory: If the dealer has the vehicle in stock, it may be delivered immediately. However, the popular Aqua model is often out of stock and will need to be ordered from the manufacturer.
- Production status: Due to factors such as the global semiconductor shortage, production at automakers remains unstable. As a result, production of the Aqua may be delayed, and delivery times may be extended.
How to shorten delivery times
If you want to shorten the delivery time for the new Aqua, you may want to try the following methods.
- Choose a vehicle in stock : By choosing a vehicle that is in stock at the dealership, you can significantly shorten the delivery time. However, please note that there may be restrictions on the grade, options, body color, etc.
- Avoid popular grades and options : Popular grades and options tend to have longer delivery times because production cannot keep up with demand. If you really want to speed up delivery, one way to do this is to avoid these options.
- Wait for a cancelled car : If a car is cancelled, you may be able to get it delivered relatively quickly. It is a good idea to register with the dealership on a waiting list.
- Find a retailer with a fast turnaround time : Delivery times vary depending on the retailer. It is also effective to contact multiple retailers to find one with a fast turnaround time.
Things to consider when buying an Aqua
When purchasing an Aqua, keep the following points in mind:
- Delivery times are estimates only : Delivery times are estimates only and may vary in reality. Please plan your purchase with ample time.
- Check delivery dates before signing a contract : Be sure to check delivery dates with the dealer before signing a contract. It’s also a good idea to check delivery dates if you change the grade, options, body color, etc.
- Check cancellation fees : In the unlikely event that you need to cancel, you may be charged a cancellation fee. Be sure to check the cancellation fees before signing the contract.
About the second-generation Aqua
The Aqua is a popular Japanese car model that was officially announced and released on December 26, 2011. Approximately 10 years after its release, it underwent a full model change and was released on July 19, 2021.
Second generation Aqua
- It adopts the newly developed TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) ” GA-B platform .”
- Hybrid-only model. New generation ” inline 3-cylinder 1.5L direct injection Dynamic Force Engine M15A type ” compact ” THS II “. 4WD (E-Four) newly set.
- The world’s first bipolar nickel-metal hydride battery.
- Toyota’s first adoption of the “pleasure pedal.”
- It is equipped with the second-generation Toyota Safety Sense , an advanced preventive safety technology .
- It comes standard with a 7-inch or 10.5-inch display audio and supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It also comes standard with a DCM in-car communication device.
- Comes standard with an external power supply function that can supply up to approximately five days’ worth of power to an average household.
The new car features a high-quality, simple, and classless design based on the concept of “Harmo-tech” (advanced technology that stimulates the intellect and senses and is close to people). While the body size remains the same, the wheelbase has been extended by 50mm compared to the previous model, resulting in a total length of 4,050mm, a total width of 1,695mm, and a total height of 1,485mm (2WD) or 1,505mm (4WD), with a wheelbase of 2,600mm. It is based on the “TNGA” architecture used in the new Prius, which went on sale on December 9, 2015. The newly developed ” GA-B platform ” based on TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) allows for a larger interior space than the previous model. The newly developed platform achieves excellent aerodynamic performance, a lower center of gravity, and increased body rigidity, marking a significant improvement over the previous model. It also features the second-generation “Toyota Safety Sense.”
Toyota will make some improvements to the Aqua and release it on April 3, 2024. This time, a special edition model, the Raffine, will be added. Orders for the special edition model will be accepted from April 3, 2024, but the release date will be from early August 2024 onwards. Now that the price and specifications have been announced, we will explain the many changes .
- Special edition vehicle “Raffine” added.
- The hybrid emblem has been changed to a new design “HEV.”
- “Blind Spot Monitor (with warning function when stopped) BSM” + “Parking Support Brake (for stationary objects in front and behind)” and “Parking Support Brake (for vehicles approaching from behind)” are now standard equipment on the higher Z grade.
- The X grade is equipped with a “Parking Support Brake (front and rear stationary objects)” as standard equipment on all vehicles.
- The body colors “Urban Khaki” and “Urban Khaki x Dark Gray Roof” have been discontinued for some grades.
- B grade abolished.
With this partial improvement, “Blind Spot Monitor (with warning function when stopped) BSM” + “Parking Support Brake (for stationary objects at front and rear)” and “Parking Support Brake (approaching vehicle at rear)” are now standard equipment on the higher Z grade. “Parking Support Brake (for stationary objects at front and rear)” is newly equipped on the X grade, making it standard equipment on all vehicles. “Automatic anti-dimming inner mirror with drive recorder” is now standard equipment on the Z, G, and GR Sport grades. A special edition vehicle “Raffine” based on the Z grade has been added. The hybrid emblem has been changed to a new design “HEV.” The body colors “Urban Khaki” and “Urban Khaki x Dark Gray Roof” have been discontinued on some grades (GR SPORT). Due to specification changes and rising raw material prices caused by the partial improvement , the manufacturer’s suggested retail price, manufacturer option prices, and grades have been revised.
About the second-generation Aqua partial improvement 2024 model special edition “Raffine”
Based on the partially improved “Aqua” Z grade, the front console, instrument panel, and other interior items are painted bronze. It also features a two-tone color scheme. The front grille molding is bronze, and the 16-inch aluminum wheels are painted bronze. “Dark gray x clear beige”, “dark gray x urban khaki”, and “black mica x dark gray” are used.
The new Aqua is sold exclusively as a hybrid vehicle. The hybrid system uses a new generation inline 3-cylinder 1.5L direct-injection Dynamic Force Engine M15A with a new, downsized THS II . This system can be adopted without any problems in terms of overall mass. By improving the engine’s thermal efficiency and the transmission’s transmission efficiency, the entire powertrain system (engine and transmission) improves fuel economy by approximately 25% and power performance by more than 15%. It is equipped with a bipolar nickel-metal hydride battery, which dramatically improves fuel economy. An E-Four (4WD) model is also newly available . A newly developed double-wishbone rear suspension specifically for 4WD achieves an excellent fuel economy of 35.8km/L in WLTC mode.
| Specifications | Aqua |
|---|---|
| full length | 4,050mm |
| Overall width | 1,695mm |
| Overall height | 1,485mm (2WD) 1,505mm (4WD) |
| Wheelbase |
2,600mm |
| type | hybrid |
| engine | Inline 3 1.5L + motor M15A-FXE type |
| Maximum power | 67kW (91ps) / 5500rpm |
| Maximum torque | 120Nm (12.2kgfm) / 3800-4800rpm |
| Motor maximum output |
Front: 59kW (80ps) Rear: 3.9kW (5.3ps) |
| Motor Max Torque |
Front: 141Nm (14.4kgm) Rear: 52Nm (5.3kgm) |
| WLCT mode fuel economy |
35.8-34.6km/L (2WD) 30.1-30.0km/L (4WD) |
| Drive system | 2WD/4WD |
| Passenger capacity | 5 people |
| Minimum turning radius |
4.8m to 5.1m |
transmission |
Electric continuously variable transmission |
Second-generation Aqua partial improvement 2024 model grade price
- Due to specification changes and rising raw material prices, the manufacturer’s suggested retail price and manufacturer’s option prices have been revised.
- With the abolition of the B grade, the starting price will finally be over 2 million yen
- The price difference between the new model and the previous one is between 39,000 yen and 165,000 yen.
The entry-level grade “B” has been discontinued. Due to specification changes and rising raw material prices, the manufacturer’s suggested retail price, manufacturer option prices, and grades have been revised. Before the upgrade, the model was priced from 1,997,000 yen, making it a very good value, but with the “B” grade gone, it may seem more expensive. The price difference with the previous model will be 39,000 yen to 165,000 yen.
| grade | Hybrid system |
transmission |
Drive system |
Price (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| X | Inline 3-cylinder 1.5L direct injection engine (M15A) + motor (THS II) |
Electric continuously variable transmission |
2WD | 2,146,000 yen |
| 4WD (E-Four) |
2,344,000 yen | |||
| G | 2WD | 2,294,000 yen | ||
| 4WD (E-Four) |
2,492,000 yen | |||
| Z | 2WD | 2,565,000 yen | ||
| 4WD (E-Four) |
2,763,000 yen | |||
| GR SPORT | 2WD | 2,659,000 yen | ||
| Special edition Raffine |
2WD | 2,667,000 yen |
FAQ
- Is there any way to expedite delivery of my Aqua?
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There are several ways to do this, such as choosing an in-stock car, avoiding popular grades and options, waiting for a car to be cancelled, or looking for a dealer with quick delivery times.
- When do you expect the delivery time for Aqua to be shortened?
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Once the semiconductor shortage and delays in parts supply are resolved, delivery times are expected to be shortened. However, at present, it is unclear when these issues will be resolved.
- Is it possible to negotiate the price of Aqua?
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Yes, it is possible, but the discount amount may vary depending on the retailer and the time of year.
A word about the new Aqua delivery information
The delivery time for the new Aqua is approximately four months, depending on the grade, options, and dealer. To shorten the delivery time, you can look for an in-stock car, narrow down the options, or look for a canceled car.
If you are considering purchasing, we recommend that you consult with your retailer as soon as possible to check the latest delivery information.
