Many experts are still arguing which class this car belongs to. It has some features from a sedan, and some from an SUV, but it cannot be attributed to either one or the other type. After the latest restyling came out, the car more or less decided on its position in the market - a crossover. Toyota Harrier 2021 has grown significantly in size, which makes it possible to transport passengers with a higher level of comfort, has improved slightly in equipment and has become a little more powerful.
Appearance
The exterior of the car was quite atypical for a Japanese company. There are no branded parts here that can be used to identify, without a badge, that this is a Toyota.
The front part of the car turned out to be quite short. It is crowned with a flat hood, which is significantly inclined towards the ground. Directly below it is an unusual radiator grille - a thin strip filled with many vertical stripes painted in chrome. From the edges of the air intake, lines of stylish optics with budget content extend in different directions.
But still, the main cooling is located a little lower - on the body kit. There is a trapezoidal air intake located here, occupying a fairly large area. In the lower corners of the photo you can see very tiny fog lights, and in the side cutouts of the bumper, designed for cooling the brakes, there are strips of additional low beam.
From the side, the new model looks like a typical crossover - a rounded roof, a wavy relief over the entire area, as well as other decorative elements. In this modification, the car received new door handles, slightly redesigned mirrors and a modified sill, finished in chrome.
There were some changes at the back too. Here, the new body is complemented by a massive visor, edging almost the entire perimeter of the trunk door glass. In the very center you can see a new rectangular optic, connected to each other by a thin strip of stoppacks. Brake lights can also be seen on the body kit, which is additionally reinforced with metal inserts. Directly below it is a single exhaust pipe.
Salon
The inside of the car has changed much more than the outside. The new Toyota Harrier 2021 model year now boasts a beautiful dashboard design, high-quality materials used for finishing, as well as modern multimedia.
On the dashboard there is not much space allocated for the console. But this did not stop the designers from placing many useful elements here, such as a huge multimedia system monitor, several rows of buttons surrounding it, as well as a gear shift knob. Due to the latest decision, the tunnel began to take up very little space, since only holes for things and glasses, as well as an armrest, remained on it.
The steering wheel equipment can also please the buyer. Here you can always find a bunch of elements that make it easy to manage both multimedia and assistants. And the steering wheel itself turned out to be quite pleasant both in appearance and to the touch. The dashboard looks laconic, but its functionality does not suffer from this. The sensors here include the traditional speedometer and tachometer. Between them is a large on-board computer monitor.
Specifications
For the Toyota Harrier 2021, two power plants have been prepared - one hybrid and one traditional, the characteristics of which vary depending on various modifications and the fuel used. The first has a volume of 2.5 liters and its power is 152 horsepower. It always comes with a CVT transmission and all-wheel drive. The regular engine has a volume of 2 liters. If a diesel engine is used, its power is 210 horsepower. The set of drives and gearboxes is identical to the hybrid. For gasoline, everything is much more interesting. The power here can be either 151 or 231 hp, and the transmission in both cases is either automatic, with six gears, or CVT. Front-wheel drive is also added to all-wheel drive. As the test drive showed, each version has relatively low consumption and good dynamics.
Toyota Harrier 2017-2018 dimensions and appearance
According to the classification of the Economic Commission for Europe, the Toyota Harrier XU60 2017-2018 belongs to Segment J (Sport utility, “SUVs”). Its dimensions (L x W x H) are 4720 x 1835 x 1690 mm.
Many experts call the appearance of the 2013 Harrier XU60 controversial, comparing it with the third generation Highlander. Those accustomed to classic European design may be surprised by the wide, flattened “muzzle” with a large decorative nameplate depicting a diving bird of prey.
There is one interesting misconception associated with the bird on the emblem. Many car enthusiasts who speak foreign languages, but do not know the history of the model, translate its name “harrier” as “hound”. The attacking bird on the nameplate is mistaken for a falcon.
In fact, the word "harrier" has other meanings besides hound dog. The Harrier is also an eastern marsh harrier, a bird of the accipitrid family native to northern Japan and revered by the local population. In addition to the decorative decal, the outline of a hunting bird holding its wings in a V shape inspired Toyota's front panel lines. It can also be seen in the interior in the shape of the instrument panel.
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Design Features:
- During the transition to the new 4th generation, new bumpers were improved. The usual radiator grille has disappeared completely, its function was transferred to a huge air intake in the bumper.
- The 2021 model now features ventilation ducts along the edges of the front bumper to cool the front brake discs.
- Front and rear light fixtures have been completely replaced. Now they are LED.
While maintaining the recognizable silhouette, the Toyota Harrier 2021 began to look even more rapid.
There is information about a new restyling of the model, which is being prepared in 2020. It is mentioned that the changes will affect not only the appearance, but also the hybrid power unit.
Competitors
Such cars as Volkswagen Tiguan, Nissan Qashqai and Hyundai Santa Fe can successfully compete with this model.
Another new product has gone on sale in Japan - the Toyota Harrier 2017-2018 in a new body (photos, configurations, technical specifications, prices, video and test drive). This is the first restyling after the release of the third generation, which came out back in 2014.
It is reported that the all-terrain vehicle will be equipped with a completely new turbocharged unit, while the cost of the 2017-2018 Toyota Harrier will not change. Prices will start from 3,380.4 yen, which is about 1,750,000 rubles.
It is worth noting that this car will be sold exclusively on the domestic market. In Japan, the crossover is very popular and is second only to another Japanese model - the Nissan X-Trail.
Options and prices
The price of the basic modification of this Toyota starts from 1.5 million rubles. It has everything you need for a full ride. The cost of the flagship version is 2.4 million. All conceivable options and electronic assistants are installed in it.
The 2021 and 2021 Toyota Harrier XU60 are offered in Elegance, Premium, Progress trim levels. Each of these trim levels is available with any of three types of engines and for each type of transmission: all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive.
The basic equipment for the Harrier is Elegance:
- It features a combined type of interior trim: leather and fabric.
- In this configuration, the car is equipped with 17-inch wheels.
- Although all the basic electronic systems are included in the base, some additional devices are not installed, and the audio system is not very sophisticated, with only 6 speakers.
The Premium package will add LED running lights, a premium JBL audio system, and some optional options. Wheels 18 inches.
The top Progress trim level contains all the options available for this model, including a full leather interior, front seats with memory settings, ventilation and heating.
Cost of Harrier XU60 cars in Japan:
- Hybrid versions start at 3.775 million yen (2.15 million rubles).
- 2.0 Turbo Progress 4WD – the maximum premium configuration. Price 4.575 million yen (2.61 million rubles).
- The basic Elegance with a 2-liter engine costs almost 3 million yen (1.6 million in rubles).
In the Far East, prices for used vehicles usually vary depending on the technical condition and age of the imported car. There are offers for the 2018 Harrier 2.0 Premium, with a mileage of 10 thousand km (that is, virtually no mileage) at a price of 1.9 million rubles. Older Harriers can sometimes be found for 400 thousand rubles.
Toyota Harrier 2017-2018. Specifications
The following engines will be installed under the hood of the “Japanese”:
- a 2.0-liter naturally-aspirated unit with an output of 151 hp;
- turbocharged unit with identical volume and power of 231 hp;
- a hybrid complex, which consists of two electric units, as well as a 2.5-liter unit. Engine power - 152 horses.
The weakest engine is equipped with a modern CVT. The new engine with a turbine is paired only with a 6-speed automatic transmission. By the way, two more Japanese cars are equipped with the same turbocharged unit - Lexus NX and Lexus RX. The hybrid version is paired with a continuously variable transmission.
Appearance of Toyota Harrier 2017-2018 in a new body
After the next update, the exterior of the car has changed a little. Now the exterior design can be called sporty and aggressive. In the front part there is a predatory head optics with direction indicators. A bumper and small foglights are installed just below, which you may not even notice right away.
The rear part is decorated with updated dimensions. It is worth noting that previously the manufacturer installed transparent lenses, but after restyling they became red. According to the designers, absolutely all the optics of the new product operate on LEDs in any configuration.
Based on the level of equipment, the crossover will be equipped with alloy wheels of various diameters. For example, the simplest configuration is equipped with wheels with a diameter of 17 inches, and more expensive versions are already equipped with 18-inch wheels.
The color palette has also been updated. 6 new shades will be offered upon purchase.
Toyota Harrier 2017-2018 interior and configurations
Inside the car has changed only a little. In general, the design has not changed, but there are still some minor improvements. For example, during creation, the interior will be covered with new material - leather (natural or eco) in different shades (to choose from). Also in expensive trim levels there will be inserts made of aluminum and carbon plastic.
The center console is decorated with a large 9.2-inch screen, which works in tandem with the multimedia system. The media complex received:
- USB/AUX connectivity;
- drive for Blu-ray discs;
- Bluetooth and Wi-Fi;
- voice command recognition system.
Already the most budget package will receive a whole range of security systems, including:
- intelligent light control;
- Cruise control;
- row tracking system;
- braking system in front of a pedestrian crossing.
In order for all options to work properly, the car will be equipped with an all-round camera and radars. Radars establish the exact distance from the car to obstacles, and the camera recognizes objects.
The amount of standard equipment is impressive:
- climate complex;
- interior lighting in the background;
- electric steering wheel adjustment;
- electronic seat adjustment;
- driver's lumbar pad;
- cooling of the front row of seats;
- electric tailgate door;
- armrest between the front seats with sliding function;
- access to the inside of the car without using a key;
- premium acoustic system.
The 2017-2018 Toyota lineup has been replenished with the updated Toyota Harrier crossover, which went on sale in the Japanese market. The new car, which survived a planned restyling, received a more modern body design, a modernized interior and the latest 2.0-liter gasoline turbo engine with a capacity of 231 horses.
The updated Toyota Harrier crossover differs slightly from the pre-reform model. The car received modernized headlights with dynamic direction indicators, vertical sections of daytime running lights and compact fog lights, by the way, all the optics are LED. At the front there is a new bumper with a larger air intake and bright aerodynamic elements. The stern of the updated model demonstrates modernized side lights with LED three-dimensional graphics, which are now connected to each other by a thin LED strip.
• The overall dimensions of the 2017-2018 Toyota Harrier are 4725 mm in length with a wheelbase of 2660 mm (due to the new front bumper, the car is 5 mm longer than its predecessor), 1835 mm in width and 1690 mm in height. • New enamel colors for body painting have also been added. Now the buyer can choose the color he likes from six offered: two even shades, dark blue, dark red, metallic silver and white. • The track of the front and rear wheels with standard installed 17-inch wheels with 225/65 R17 tires is 1570 mm, and when installed with 18-inch stamped aluminum wheels with 235/55 R18 tires, the track of the front and rear wheels is 1560 mm.
The interior of the updated Toyota Harrier crossover has changed minimally, with the exception of higher quality finishing materials and a modernized front panel with a wide selection of colors. As an option, you can order the latest multimedia system with a 9.2-inch color touch screen (the pre-reform model had a multimedia system with a 7-inch screen).
Technical characteristics of Toyota Harrier 2017-2018. In the engine compartment of the updated crossover, a new 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine 8AR-FTS (231 hp 350 Nm) with direct fuel injection has appeared, which is paired with 6 automatic transmissions and consumes an average of 7.69 - 7.8 liters of gasoline. Also, the updated Toyota Harrier is equipped with a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated 3ZR-FAE (151 hp 193 Nm), which is equipped with a continuously variable CVT. An updated crossover with gasoline engines has 2WD front-wheel drive by default; installation of a 4WD all-wheel drive system is possible only for an additional fee.
There is also a hybrid version of the Toyota Harrier hybrid, which includes a 152-horsepower 2.5-liter gasoline engine, two electric motors, an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission and an E-Four all-wheel drive transmission. The fuel consumption of the hybrid version of the Toyota Harrier is minimal, only 4.67 liters per 100 km.
Price and configuration. A nice bonus for all Toyota Harrier trim levels is the presence of the proprietary Toyota Safety Sense P set of safety systems with a lot of advanced equipment: adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking systems with pedestrian detection and lane keeping, as well as automatic high-beam headlight control systems .
The list of standard and optional equipment includes front seats with electric adjustment, ventilation and heating, a second row of heated seats, stylish background lighting with a blue glow, JBL acoustics with 11 speakers, electric steering column adjustment, seat trim with natural and artificial leather, door luggage compartment with electric drive and contactless opening function, rear view camera or all-round viewing system and panoramic roof with sunroof.
In Japan, sales of the new Toyota Harrier started in early summer 2017 at prices ranging from 2,949,480 yen for a basic crossover with a 151-horsepower gasoline engine and up to 4,604,040 yen for a fully packaged Toyota Harrier hybrid with a hybrid power plant (this is approximately from 1,530,000 to 2,390,000 rubles).
Toyota Harrier 2017-2018 test drive video
In the 2000s, Toyota introduced the Harrier crossover. It was almost exactly the same as the Lexus RX. When Lexus became a separate brand, Harrier received its own design, chassis from the RAV4, powertrains, equipment and began to conquer the automotive market. Toyota periodically updates its model range, and in 2018 the Harrier became much safer, acquired the Style Mauve package and the most modern and technologically advanced equipment.
So far, this “predator” in a hybrid modification is available only to the Japanese - the car has not yet been presented on the Russian market. However, we can already see what the manufacturer offers us. So, what does the 2021 Toyota Harrier boast of?
A little about the history of the model
The Harrier crossover appeared in the model line of the Japanese company Toyota in 1997. The first generation of the model with the factory index XU10 was produced from 1997 to 2003. The second generation of the XU30 crossover debuted in 2003 and was produced until mid-2013. By the way, the first two generations of the stylish Urban SUV of the Japanese brand were a clone of the premium crossover Lexus RX. However, the third generation Toyota Harrier in 2013 (factory index XU60) became related to the fourth generation Toyota RAV4 compact crossover. In 2021, Ferret (the model’s affectionate nickname) underwent restyling. And so, in the spring of 2020, I waited for a successor. The new Toyota Harrier is also closely related to the Toyota RAV4, but, of course, it is a new, 5th generation. Both models are based on the modern TNGA (GA-K) platform.
Exterior and dimensions
The updated Harrier is completely different from its predecessor. It acquired a front bumper with vertical strokes of LED DRLs, fairly large air intakes, an aerodynamic body kit and a radiator grille made of transparent plastic. One of the features is LED headlights with moving turn signals and LED fog lights. In addition, the Toyota Harrier 2107 now has rear marker lights, which are connected by an LED strip and have three-dimensional graphics.
The car is available in six color options: snow white, dark red, metallic silver, blue and two shades of black.
The body length of the Toyota Harrier has increased by 5 mm, otherwise the parameters have not changed:
- body length – 4,725 m;
- body width – 1.835 mm;
- height – 1.69 m;
- disc diameter – 17-18 inches;
- the distance between the axles is 2.66 m.
Bright body design
The new Harrier has acquired an original and bright body. The designers awarded the new product a modern and stylish appearance with a touch of sport. The front part of the body is solid and powerful. The main details are high-mounted narrowed full LED headlights and a solid bumper with a huge false radiator grille in the manner of Lexus models. However, there is no complete similarity, and the Harrier crossover looks less extravagant from the front.
From the side, the body of the new generation of urban crossover demonstrates all modern attributes. There is a moderately long hood and a domed roof. Curvy body panels and circular wheel arches. Compact side glazing and charismatic surface relief. Solid, but by no means heavy food.
The rear part of the body looks the most harmonious and interesting. In the arsenal of the stern there is a tailgate with a strongly angled glass topped with a spoiler. Luxurious LED side lighting, stretching out like a narrow ribbon across the entire width of the body. A solid bumper with powerful plastic, complemented by stylish decor and a bifurcated exhaust system.
The external body dimensions of the new fourth generation 2021 Toyota Harrier are 4740 mm long, 1855 mm wide, 1660 mm high, with a 2690 mm wheelbase and 195 mm ground clearance. The front wheel track is 1605 mm, the rear wheel track is 1625 mm.
The crossover is equipped by default with large 19-inch wheels (alloy wheels and tires size 225/55 R19.
The manufacturer paints the body of the new product in one of 7 muted colors. In the photo in our review, the new Harrier is presented in a Precious Black Pearl suit.
Interior
To decorate the interior of the new crossover with a panoramic roof and sunroof, new, higher quality materials of different color options were used (leather of different textures, aluminum and carbon fiber inserts). As an additional option, the buyer can order a modern multimedia system with a touch screen enlarged to 9.2″ (versus 7 inches in the previous generation model). In the arsenal of the media system:
- USB/AUX ports;
- drive for DVD/Blu-ray discs;
- built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi modules;
- voice command recognition.
The driver and passenger seats are equipped with electric adjustments and ventilation. Heating is provided for all seats, including the second row. The tailgate also has an electric drive and a contactless opening function.
Standard equipment includes:
- interior lighting in the background;
- a special lining under the driver’s lower back to relieve fatigue and make the seat more comfortable;
- retractable armrest between the front seats;
- access to the car without using a key.
Specifications
The crossover is available in several variations: with a two-liter engine producing 231 hp. With. and 151 l. With. The first turbocharged engine works in conjunction with a 6-speed automatic transmission and consumes fuel in the amount of 8 l/100 km. The second engine was inherited from the Toyota Harrier 2021 from its predecessor and is equipped with a continuously variable option. All-wheel drive is available for an additional fee for both systems.
The third version of the Harrier is a hybrid. The model has a 2.5-liter gasoline engine and two electric motors. According to the manufacturer, fuel consumption for this version is minimal and is less than 5 l/100 km.
Reviews of Toyota Harrier
It’s easy to find information on the Toyota Harrier 2021 model: new body, configurations and prices, photos. There are also reviews from people with personal operating experience:
- Victor: “I bought a used Harrier and didn’t notice any problems at all. Practical, reliable car, good cross-country ability. Although it’s not cheap.”
- Oleg: “I like that it has high ground clearance and is well stable on the road. In addition, the Harrier is cheaper than a Lexus of the same year. Easy to control."
- Mikhail: “Everything in the Harrier is excellent, but the gas mileage is noticeably higher than that of my previous car. I haven’t gotten used to the fact that I need to refuel more often.”
The popular domestic Internet portal, which conducts ratings of cars of all brands, based on about 11 thousand reviews from real owners, gave the model an overall rating of “excellent.” The Harrier received an 8.8 on a 10-point scale.
Toyota Harrier price
The crossover is a domestic product that is available for purchase exclusively in Japan. In the basic configuration, the car will cost approximately 3,380,400 yen – that’s a little more than 1.7 million Russian rubles. The hybrid will cost almost one and a half times more: 4.6 million yen or almost 2.4 million rubles. Since it is not yet sold in Russia, the purchase will cost much more, taking into account customs clearance.
For this money the buyer purchases:
- slightly aggressive but elegant design;
- high level of comfort in the cabin;
- convenient and understandable controls;
- excellent running and speed characteristics.
