2018 Toyota Harrier coming to Malaysia – latest facelift, 2.0 turbo engine, official import with warranty!

2018 Toyota Harrier coming to Malaysia – latest facelift, 2.0 turbo engine, official import with warranty!

Fans of the Toyota Harrier, we have great news – the latest version of the hitherto Japan-only SUV is finally coming to Malaysia, and through official channels! The leaflet for the car has surfaced online, indicating an imminent local launch of this long-awaited vehicle by local distributor UMW Toyota Motor, following in the footsteps of Singapore – the first market to receive the car outside of its home market.

The facelifted model is clearly seen here, evidenced by the wider lower grille and red-tinged (previously clear) tail lights. It’ll be previewed at the 2017 Malaysia Autoshow on November 9 to 12 at MAEPS Serdang, way ahead of the grey import models – those will likely only arrive around a year after the car’s on-sale date in Japan, which was in June this year.

As such, local Harriers will come with the new 8AR-FTS 2.0 litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine from the Lexus NX, producing 231 PS from 5,200 to 5,600 rpm and 350 Nm of torque between 1,650 and 4,000 rpm. There’s a six-speed automatic transmission mated to this mill, and Toyota claims fuel consumption of 13 km per litre on the Japanese JC08 cycle, or 12.8 km per litre on the all-wheel drive model. New “performance” dampers reduce roll and improve high-speed stability.

Previously, the Harrier was only available with either a 151 PS/193 Nm 3ZR-FAE 2.0 litre Valvematic naturally-aspirated four-pot with a Super CVT-i transmission, or a Hybrid model with a 152 PS/206 Nm 2.5 litre engine paired to two electric motors (front 143 PS/270 Nm, rear 68 PS/139 Nm). The new turbo model is therefore a significant step up in terms of performance.

Other features new to the facelifted Harrier include triple-projector LED headlights with sequential indicators, a new upper grille pattern, new LED fog lights at the corners of the lower grille and vertical LED daytime running lights. There are also new 18-inch turbine-design wheels and a redesigned rear valence, as well as a chrome-tipped exhaust pipe.

Built on the Toyota New MC platform that also underpins the latest RAV4, the Harrier is no longer related to the Lexus RX, which has been spun off into a completely separate model. Dimensions include a length of 4,720 mm, a width of 1,835 mm and a height of 1,690 mm, along with a wheelbase of 2,660 mm.

On the inside, there’s new Ultrasuede and faux leather upholstery and carbon-weave metal trim, although we’ll get Nappa leather. Toyota has also added a height-adjustable powered tailgate with memory and a driver’s seat that slides back automatically to improve ingress and egress. Also set to be introduced on Malaysian units are a panoramic sunroof and ventilated power-adjustable front seats with memory.

We’ll also get plenty of safety equipment onboard, headlined by Toyota Safety Sense driver assists including Pre-Collision System (autonomous emergency braking), active cruise control and auto high beam. We should also get the full complement of seven airbags and Vehicle Stability Control.

And as with the Alphard and Vellfire sold here officially, the Harrier will be offered with a full official warranty (five-year, unlimited-mileage coverage) and should come with locally-adapted infotainment system and switchgear. Singaporean distributor Borneo Motors set the precedent for this when it launched the car in the island nation in July. Excited? So are we.

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After trying to pursue a career in product design, Jonathan Lee decided to make the sideways jump into the world of car journalism instead. He therefore appreciates the aesthetic appeal of a car, but for him, the driving experience is still second to none.

 

Comments

  • AI-generated Summary ✨

    Comments indicate strong anticipation for the 2018 Toyota Harrier's arrival in Malaysia, highlighting its positioning as a premium D-segment SUV that fills the gap between smaller SUVs and luxury models like Lexus RX. Many compare it to competitors such as the CRV, Sorento, and BMW X1, with opinions divided on pricing—some expect it to be around RM 250k to 300k, while others fear it will be priced too high, potentially over RM 300k, which could impact sales. Enthusiasts express desire for AWD and better specs, and there's concern that UMW may price it prohibitively, affecting market acceptance. Overall, commenters see the Harrier as a stylish, powerful, and desirable SUV that, if priced right, could succeed in the Malaysian market.

  • TopsyBoXyTurvy on Nov 07, 2017 at 11:37 am

    Good choice, but does it come with good price?

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    • Jon Doll on Nov 07, 2017 at 5:35 pm

      Good price like grey importer. UMW gips 5-year unlimited mileage warranty!

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    • TopsyBoXyTurvy on Nov 07, 2017 at 5:49 pm

      The BMW X1 is around 220k after discount, the 192 hp 280NM , but not so impressive interior.
      This Harrier is more powerful, much better and refined interior, if priced right, they can rake up some good sales.

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      • Henry on Nov 07, 2017 at 6:31 pm

        we wait Boyue 1.8T 200HP

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        • value on Nov 08, 2017 at 7:28 am

          the sorento. 2.2 turbo diesel with 200ps/440nm is a much better choice.. Fit n finish, NVH and power comparable with the like of merc GLE 250D and the X5 25D

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      • alldisc on Nov 08, 2017 at 8:56 am

        It fills the gap between fortuner and lexus RX (mid size SUV)and fits nicely.

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    • Does anyone have any insider info on the price and whether it comes with AWD?

      By the way, with the cuurent ridiculous pricing close to RM200k, UMWT should just junk the Fortuner and might as well CKD the Land Cruiser Prado instead.

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  • thepolygonal on Nov 07, 2017 at 11:40 am

    Hmm.. is this supposed to go head on with GLC or CRV or Murano? Not sure which segment this goes into.

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  • TOYOTA KING OF KINGS on Nov 07, 2017 at 11:45 am

    The Emperor has Arrive !

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  • 12yrsold on Nov 07, 2017 at 11:47 am

    He he he. Now U can buy a Lexus on a Toyo budget. Life is getting rosier/better with Toyo. Cheers…

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  • Holaaaaaaaa on Nov 07, 2017 at 11:48 am

    Umw sell sure pensipppp one. Agak2 how much ehhh?

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  • News reader on Nov 07, 2017 at 11:57 am

    That Damn thing is not going to be cheap. Potentially could spoil the gray market too if they set it in a bad price point.

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  • I’am guessing UMW Toyota wants to shoehorned itself into the popular record market where JDM Toyota are sold by the bucketloads(In the Klang Valley at least). Priced wisely *cough* can be quite a seller in the luxury segment, I always liked the Harrier’s interior.

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  • Toyota fan on Nov 07, 2017 at 12:06 pm

    Har har, please ask umw to bring in the jdm harrier and no thet cbu harrier. Or else, after mod for malaysian by umw, then its a junk car. Looks the same but its dif, dif material. UMW is very good in this artwork.

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  • Revelation on Nov 07, 2017 at 12:07 pm

    Finally, a Harrier worthy of being in your shortlist if you’re in the market for this segment of cars

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  • Turbo is the way on Nov 07, 2017 at 12:28 pm

    Wonder when will the Alphard and Vellfire come with this engine?

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  • Zoom Zoom on Nov 07, 2017 at 12:31 pm

    Grey imports now is sweating on how to sell their turtle 2.0NA 151PS + CVT + 1 yr warranty Harrier 2016 model for RM 210-220k. lol. Expect huge discounts coming. Heard from SA price about 250k, Facelift Harrier with 2.0 Turbo 231hp/350nm + 6 speed + 5 yrs warranty from Toyota Msia definitely a better buy.

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  • sabahan on Nov 07, 2017 at 12:52 pm

    good news for SUV + toyota lovers, but price ain’t gonna be cheap! my guess would be 350K

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  • RavenAii (Member) on Nov 07, 2017 at 12:55 pm

    Harrier, one of the most beautiful Toyota ever built, since the first generation up until the current one it looks stunning. It’s a good thing that it seperates its DNA from the RX, Lexus nowadays kinda lost their charm and heading towards a quirky and awkward looking design.

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  • RM240k (low spec) – RM260k (high spec)

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  • wawasan2020 on Nov 07, 2017 at 1:09 pm

    if the price par with grey importer. this gonna be LOL to the current owner.pity them.

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  • MenteriPasola101 on Nov 07, 2017 at 1:21 pm

    Bread and butter model for perkema?

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  • THE KING HAS ARRIVED

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  • Excited Citizen on Nov 07, 2017 at 1:52 pm

    Finally it is here via UMWT. Time to get one but what is the price?

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  • lilytan on Nov 07, 2017 at 2:26 pm

    Impressive specs but probably gonna cost a bomb. If <200k it will be a bargain.

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  • james on Nov 07, 2017 at 2:45 pm

    definitely selling @ RM200+k…i guess C-HR still more attractive than this…

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    • wawasan2020 on Nov 07, 2017 at 6:17 pm

      chr is just a fancy myvi . no space, no interior, only seafood exterior. how to compair?

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  • It is good that local Toyota introduces this model here because this will show the new car retail price of this model. If not, the recond car dealers would just simply slap any price they like as if it is a brand new car. Right now, there are already a benchmark prices for the Alphard and Vellfire which are good for the buyers. The recond car dealers just cannot sell higher than these benchmark prices.

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  • flipper2uman (Member) on Nov 07, 2017 at 2:54 pm

    I wonder where they are going to place the pricing of this Harrier? If they price it to close to the Lexus NX, this might cannibalized the Lexus NX. I doubt this Harrier would be anything but cheap when it arrives at Malaysian shores. My guess is around RM 250k if one is lucky?

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    • Old horse on Nov 07, 2017 at 5:21 pm

      Yup, stupid UMW has no market sense, and nothing they can sell now except hilux, let’s wait the XC60 price at current price of 260k or get EEV to become 240k to kill the market for SUV

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  • akumuna on Nov 07, 2017 at 3:02 pm

    mahai

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  • CrankyNuts on Nov 07, 2017 at 3:32 pm

    Confirm the harga also meletup. UMW mah, well known for charging higher price for crappy equipment. If they are offering full equipment then lagi lah mahal. Only the Toyota fanboys will fall for this crap.

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  • Forester on Nov 07, 2017 at 3:47 pm

    Bring us AWD RAV4 with starting price 130k,we dont need this.Wanted premium SUV,look for NX,finish story

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  • low2215 on Nov 07, 2017 at 4:28 pm

    estimated price to be 250 to 300k

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  • balldisc on Nov 07, 2017 at 4:28 pm

    it is looking like a softer version of Fortuner.

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  • Vincent on Nov 07, 2017 at 4:36 pm

    I feel it will be price at MYR268K.

    Grey importer unit without turbo is now selling at around 160K….

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    • Old horse on Nov 07, 2017 at 5:24 pm

      At 280k, can get Merc GLC, x3, 230k range for x1 or GLA, sub 200k those CRV and CX5 is there, so in order for success , anything more than 200k had to sell

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    • Thats a 2014 model price.

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  • Wait until you see the crazy price.

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  • applegreen on Nov 07, 2017 at 5:13 pm

    To UMW, now u see ppl loves turbo. But then u still wanna give us 1.8 NA engine to upcoming CHR..

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  • Old horse on Nov 07, 2017 at 5:18 pm

    No worry, the idiot UMW can price Rav4 at 200k, sure this nothing less than 300k. It won’t be relevant to the market whatever UMW launch

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  • digidigi on Nov 07, 2017 at 10:13 pm

    so many people comparing this to crv, say what above 200k can’t sell, it this sell below 200k, the one crying will be Crv and CX 5 salesman, this harrier if below 250k will be selling like hot cake, who want to buy the recon IN FACT is second hand car.

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  • In Singapore this car is selling for SGD 150+k around the same price for a 7 seater CRV turbo.If the price is below RM200k then may be an option but if it is above RM200k the euro makes will be the first choice of most buyers.

    And recond non turbo models will have no value

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  • parthaofseventh on Nov 09, 2017 at 3:10 pm

    Backdated design with new badging, no regrets booking a 3008

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