Following its global debut in April, the fourth-generation Toyota Harrier has now gone on sale in Japan in 2.0 litre naturally aspirated and 2.5 litre hybrid versions.
Both the 2.0 litre naturally aspirated and 2.5 litre hybrid powertrains are available in front-wheel drive and all-wheel-drive layouts, with the hybrid employing the firm’s E-Four system that uses an electric motor for the rear wheels. The 2.0 litre engine produces 171 PS at 6,600 rpm and 207 Nm of torque at 4,800 rpm, while the A25A-FXS 2.5 litre hybrid makes 218 PS in standard form, or 222 PS in E-Four guise.
The Harrier is underpinned by Toyota’s TNGA-K architecture, with suspension by MacPherson struts in front and double wishbones at the back. Depending on variant, rolling stock for the Harrier ranges from 17 inches to 19 inches in diameter, the largest set shod in 225/55 tyres.
Both 2.0 litre and 2.5 litre hybrid versions come in S, G and Z grades, the latter two also available with a Leather Package. For the Japan market, the Harrier can be specified with its interior trimmed in black, black and brown or light grey. A panoramic roof with electrochromatic glass that can be dimmed for varying levels of natural light in the cabin.
Interior equipment includes a 12.3-inch touchscreen display with T-Connect SD navigation system, with support for SmartDeviceLink as well as Apple CarPlay and Åndroid Auto, while audio comes courtesy of a nine-speaker JBL sound system. The 2.5 litre hybrid versions feature a 100-volt 1,500-watt AC accessory power outlet that can power electrical devices which run on household electrical outlets, and serve as an emergency electricity supply.
Safety equipment includes Toyota Safety Sense, which includes a pre-collision safety system that can detect pedestrians during both daytime and at night, as well as cyclists during the day. The Intelligent Clearance Sonar with Parking Support brakes (for stationary objects) help avoid or mitigate damage from low-speed collisions, such as in parking lots.
Also included is the Digital Inner Mirror, essentially a front- and rear-facing dashcam that records to an SD card while the vehicle is in operation.
Starting from 2,990,000 yen (RM119,638) in its home market for the base 2.0 S grade front-wheel-drive variant, the 2020 Toyota Harrier ranges up to 5,040,000 yen (RM201,495) for the 2.5 litre hybrid E-Four in Z grade with the Leather Package. Seven exterior colours are available, including Precious Black Pearl.
Closer to home, The made-in-Japan Toyota RAV4 has just seen its Malaysian debut with similarly-sized engines, priced at RM196,436 for the 2.0 litre model and RM215,664 for the 2.5 litre version. In Japan, the Harrier costs between 15% to 30% more than the RAV4, depending on variant, which could give an indication of how much it will cost should it arrive in Malaysia.
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Mick Chan
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Syukur now with covid pandemic, some employers still retain their staffs while rest of the world, people are losing jobs and suiciding themselves. Tenkiu Proton!
The Toyota Harrier is a masterpiece, every generation keeps getting better and better. This is why the Harrier is no doubt a Game-Changing SUV, even the Harrier is also rebadged as the Toyota Venza for the US market
There are other factors, basically we are “wholesaler” not “retailers” hence the price difference and additionally the ability to take advantage off market imperfections.
The Toyota Harrier is a masterpiece, every generation keeps getting better and better. This is why the Harrier is no doubt a Game-Changing SUV, even the Harrier is also rebadged as the Toyota Venza for the US market
New car so cheap !! Imagine our grey importers bring in a 2 years old car later, should b with attractive price. Well, then you prefer a new Rav 4 or a 2 years old Harrier.
The Toyota Harrier is a masterpiece, every generation keeps getting better and better. This is why the Harrier is no doubt a Game-Changing SUV, even the Harrier is also rebadged as the Toyota Venza for the US market
Local car ady markup. Foreign car taxed import duties kaw2.
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Syukurla masih plotek national car. Kerja terjaga.
Syukur now with covid pandemic, some employers still retain their staffs while rest of the world, people are losing jobs and suiciding themselves. Tenkiu Proton!
The Toyota Harrier is a masterpiece, every generation keeps getting better and better. This is why the Harrier is no doubt a Game-Changing SUV, even the Harrier is also rebadged as the Toyota Venza for the US market
No doubt if come here, this will be a gamechanger to turn Toyota from black into bloody red. kah kah kah kah
In Japan price starts rm119k.
In mesia price starts rm229k.
The 2.0T mill replaced the old underpower 2.0NA. So why bring back 2.0NA again?
In Malaysia, I think it would be priced closer to RM300k
yes. No doubt bro.
Guess you live in cave and not realize currently UMW listed the Harrier 2.0T Premium at RM243k?
If selling here, Toyota Harrier RM119k and X70 RM119k. Which car will u pick? I konpem pick X70
That’s because you’re in the x70 market category
RM119K get Toyota Harrier so jealous. In Malaysia 200K+ only can get RAV4.
I think the starting price would be about the same but the hybrid version is gonna cost more….especially if it’s the AWD version.
This Toyota Harrier interior is what I call design, show that the desinger put effort in designing it. Well done.
Not like the Rav4 interior, totally unattractive.
Cheap Car come Malaysia become high class car lol…
There are other factors, basically we are “wholesaler” not “retailers” hence the price difference and additionally the ability to take advantage off market imperfections.
The Toyota Harrier is a masterpiece, every generation keeps getting better and better. This is why the Harrier is no doubt a Game-Changing SUV, even the Harrier is also rebadged as the Toyota Venza for the US market
New car so cheap !! Imagine our grey importers bring in a 2 years old car later, should b with attractive price. Well, then you prefer a new Rav 4 or a 2 years old Harrier.
The Toyota Harrier is a masterpiece, every generation keeps getting better and better. This is why the Harrier is no doubt a Game-Changing SUV, even the Harrier is also rebadged as the Toyota Venza for the US market
Urggh, CVT only.
New model no turbo…. facelift then turbo again?
too bad this Harrier now shares engine & chassis with Rav 4 instead of Lexus.
Nice design. But I reckon under UMW the price would be a let down, just like RAV4, Camry, CHR and Altis