All-new 2022 Toyota Harrier PHEV is here; more power & minor improvements on board

KUALA LUMPUR: Toyota Japan is doing all that it can for customers interested in the Harrier crossover. Apart from giving the ongoing model minor improvements, the automaker introduced the all-new Harrier PHEV.

The new 2022 Toyota Harrier PHEV is offered in a single Z variant. Let’s check out what the new model has on offer -

• In terms of looks, the new Harrier PHEV looks largely similar to the ongoing petrol and hybrid trims
• Unique to the Harrier PHEV is a mesh front grille that helps onlookers separate from other variants
• The new Harrier PHEV like the hybrid trim is powered by a 2.5-litre Dynamic Force engine that makes a maximum power of 177 PS along with a peak torque of 219 Nm. Two e-motors (one at the front & rear each) are also part of the setup and make 182 PS/270 Nm and 54PS/121 Nm respectively. The combined power output stands at 306 PS

• It is built on the TNGA-K platform that is also shared by the RAV4 Prime and Lexus NX 450+ which also is powered by the same powertrain
• The model gets an 18.1 kWh lithium-ion battery that allows the EV delivers a range of 93 km
• A 200-volt outlet allows the EV to get charged in 5 hrs 30 mins, while a 100-volt battery takes 33 hours to charge the car
• The key attraction of the new Harrier PHEV include rear heated seats, a panoramic view monitor with an underfloor transparent display, and an external power supply system with a max of 1500 watt

• Taking care of driver and passenger's information and connectivity needs is a new & larger 12.3-inch TFT multi-info display and a 12.3-inch infotainment system
• Toyota has tuned the new Harrier PHEV with a new & improved Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) which comes standard and includes functionality to detect oncoming vehicles and pedestrians when turning at an intersection

Price? The all-new Toyota Harrier PHEV retails for JPY 6.2 million (approx RM 198k).

2022 Toyota Harrier PHEV in Malaysia

The Toyota Malaysia lineup currently includes the Harrier crossover in one single variant, 2.0 Luxury. Powered by a naturally-aspirated 2.0-litre petrol engine making a maximum power of 173 PS at 6,600 rpm along with a peak torque of 203 Nm from 4,400 to 4,900 rpm. As for the arrival of the new Harrier PHEV, there is a good chance of the car’s arrival in the country.

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