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2018 Toyota Rush 5-Seater Interior and Cargo Space

If you’re bringing more stuff than ferrying people, this is the Rush for you.

Autodeal on Dec 12, 2018

When I reviewed both the 7-seater and 5-seater 2018 Toyota Rush variants, there’s quite a major difference between the two that could easily affect the decision of car buyers. It’s actually a question of usage: am I going to load more things in the trunk rather than ferrying people?

If you’re in this same dilemma right now, that’s the question you have to answer, and but one that can easily be answered, especially that there are only a few things you should sacrifice when going for the more affordable 5-seater variant.

Related: Review: 2018 Toyota Rush 1.5 G AT

We’ve seen the 5-seater Rush E in full view in our in-depth review. Now let’s take a closer look at its interior amenities and cargo space that I’ve been raving about.

Same Cabin Amenities

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In all the Rush offerings, you’ll be greeted with the same cabin material. That means shower of hard plastics populates the interior, along with piano black accents and satin chrome. The white faux-leather with fake stitches is also kind of a downer, too. We can’t blame Toyota for that; the company has to compensate to bring you a good-looking exterior for its entry-level SUV.

Related: 2018 Toyota Rush 5-Seater Technology and Safety

With these similarities, even the lot of cubby holders, cupholders, and bottle holders in the entire cabin is present. That’s seven in the front, four in the second row, and two at the back – yes, for some reason there are cupholders on the supposedly third row even with the absence of seats. A bit absurd, but it is what it is.

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Now, the seats are clad with fabric – a soft textured one, for that matter. It’s similar to what the Vios and the Yaris have which means it feels good to the touch but it’s kind of dirt- and dust-magnet, so there’s that.

My only problem with the Rush’s interior is its non-telescopic steering wheel. It’s challenging to find a comfortable driving position for me, which is quite essential if you’re driving it for a long haul. The polyurethane steering wheel material is also a bit firm; it kind of spoils the pleasure you wanted to feel when driving.

More Space, More Flexibility

The main advantage of the 5-seater over the 7-seater is the tremendous amount of cargo space that’s made available with the absence of the last row. While the seven-seater can house 214L of cargo, the 5-seater has double. Actually, more than double, totaling to 514L. Even with all the seats erect, it could fit a standard child stroller and two-month worth of groceries, and actually more when you fold and stumble the second row. The whole cargo area is flat, as well as the lip, so cargo loading and unloading are painless.

I also noticed that you can slide the second-row seats forward, which adds to the overall flexibility of the car. With the Rush’s P988,000 price tag, it can easily go head-to-head with the subcompact crossovers out there, but with more interior space that’s built on top of a body-on-frame chassis and rear-wheel drivetrain. It’s a good value proposition, especially if it’s practicality that you’re looking for.

Toyota Rush 5-Seater Interior Gallery

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Specifications

Engine

1.5 L

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Performance

102 hp @ 6,000 rpm

Transmission

Automatic

Summary

Name	Toyota Rush 1.5 E AT
Body Type	MPV
Price	₱1,052,000
Transmission Category	Automatic

Engine

Engine Size	1.5 L
Displacement	1,496 cc
Number of Cylinders	4
Number of Valves	16
Transmission Type	4-Speed Automatic

Performance

Drivetrain	Rear-Wheel Drive
Max Output (hp)	102 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Max Torque (nm)	134 Nm @ 4,200 rpm
*estimated

Economy & Environment

Fuel Type	Gasoline
Emissions Standard	n/a
Fuel Capacity	45.0 L
Combined Fuel Consumption	8.3 km/L
*estimated

Dimensions

Length	4,435 mm
Width	1,695 mm
Height	1,705 mm
Wheelbase	2,685 mm
Turning Circle	10 m
Ground Clearance	220 mm
Trunk Capacity	220 L
Number of Doors	5
Number of Seats	7

Safety & Security

Driver's Airbag
Front Passenger's Airbag
Side Airbags
Curtain Airbags
Knee Airbag
Auto Brake System
Electronic Brake Distribution
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Anti-lock Brake System with Electronic Brake-force Distribution
Immobilizer
Security Alarm
Stability Control
Electronic Door Locks
Speed Sensing Door Locks
ISOFIX
Lane Departure Warning System
Blind-Spot Detection System

Features

Cruise Control
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
Leather Upholstery
Push Start Button
Wheel Size	16 in
Wheels Metal Type	Alloy
Airconditioning System	Auto A/C
Entertainment System	Touch Screen 7" Display Audio with CD and MP3 via 6 speakers
Connectivity	Aux, USB, and Bluetooth w/ Weblink Connectivity for iOS and Android
Navigation Ready
Warranty	3 Years (100,000 km)
Keyless Entry
Roof Rack
Sunroof
Electric Adjustable Seats
Power Steering
Power Windows
Power Outlet
Steering Wheel Audio Control

Technology

Active Park Assist
Hill Start Assist
AWD Modes	n/a
Tire Pressure Monitoring
Heads-up Display
Power Liftgate
Start-stop System

Colors

Black Metallic

Bordeaux Mica

Bronze Mica

Dark Red Mica Metallic

Silver Mica Metallic

White

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