I felt that this harrier can deliver the power while sipping petrol. What made it to the factory floor were backward-opening rear doors and a shell without a B-pillar for easier ingress to the back seat. By Yong' (self media writer) | 9 months ago. - dashboard and head unit dated looks, should be more innovative, look at the core he competition. We could, but this is, subject to permission from the owners. You almost cant hear any road noise from the outside. Here are the Parking Sensor Rear and variants of Toyota Harrier: WapCar.my is a one-stop automotive site that provides car news, reviews, with tools to help you compare different models. There are more and more Harriers on the roads and there is a good reason why. Cannot afford a Jap car. Your review will give better insights of Cars, Crossovers look very stylish these days. 2) Radio - not really digital ReviewWent down to Leng Kee road yesterday to test drive the harrier Turbo, was mentally expecting the harrier to be laggy with the turbo, but to my surprise, the car accelerates like a violent beast. ReviewMy original target was new the XC60, when the prerelease ads of Harrier Turbo showed up - things changed quickly. I expected a much higher price tag. However, if you are looking for a reliable workhorse that will last the entire COE period without the need for major repairs, this car is definitely suitable for you. Electric tail gate which my son loves to play with. Engine power (twin-scroll turbo, hardly any turbo lag) You must log in or register to reply here. Otherwise, 99% Of the time, Normal mode will suffice. This acr is quick enough, comfortable enough and quiet enough that when I'm at the lights between the Porsche and the Range Rover, it make me feel good that I didn't spend another $100-400K on my car for not much extra. The higher the points, the higher the rank. The Crown is the most comfortable of the three, and easily the most reliable, plus it comes with more features as. It will take skill and presence of mind to prevent dramatic incidents when you go full throttle. I have been driving for more than a year and it is still the case. 2. The car looks simply stunning with a completely new design statement from Toyota that makes it stand out in the segment in Malaysia. It kind of behaves as though it has a miss. ); I know only of a 2.5, a 3.0 litre and for the new generation, a 3.5. Any/all written content and images displayed are provided by the blogger/author, appear herein as submitted by the blogger/author and are unedited by Opera News. ReviewJust test drive the Harrier Turbo last Sunday. The blind spots created by that strange (some call it bold) design are huge, but the car has been praised for its tractability in. It basically steers your wheel automatically when you go off lane markers, but does not take into account road and traffic condition (such as when you are trying to avoid a car that changes lane suddenly in front of you). Half the Harrier's price, is the Toyota Corolla Cross only half as good, or better? I have driven other crossovers but the Harrier is the best of the lot. The new Harrier is prettier than its forebears, that much is beyond contest. There are those who ==would prefer to remain anonymous, those who are constantly modifying their cars, and some of these vehicles also change hands/ownership frequently. - decent fuel consumption for a 2 litre car Secondly, it has an engine oil leak from the lower side which emits uncomfortable fumes into the passenger chamber. 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Send your questions to [emailprotected]. As any kid, I loved sports cars and cars that I would not be able to buy even after saving money all my life. What I like1) Bright adaptive front LED headlights with useful cornering lights - one of the brightest Replace the transmission oil and see if solves the issue. Rear reclining seats for the comfort of my family Will be best if the sequential lights are also appllied for the rear. The Harrier is a big and long car, it needs the extra horses, and the new Harrier Turbo is just right. I really don't need 400 BHP in Singapore ever. Although the engine is more powerful then the 2.0NA Rav4, it lacks the punch from the 2.0T engine. I own a 2001 Subaru Legacy, twin turbo e-tune model. If you can afford it, you could just install an STi engine, getting the full 280hp, but while both the, GTs twin turbo and the single-turbo STi block make 280hp, how they develop that 280hp is slightly different. - family size car, yet can be sporty if you need it to be That guy is a bloody idiot. MHH is incompatible with Internet explorer! Is there something about the car that discourages buyers? Its been a while I have been using Harrier, and I must admit that it makes me happier. - nice looking car with potential for body kit ReviewI bought this car in Jan 2019, after previously having driven a 2012 Touareg. Perhaps I am rather heavy with my right foot, or because I drive in almost 100% City conditions, average consumption is about 10 km/litre. This quietness level is very similar to a Lexus, and surprisingly beats VW and BMW that I have previously owned. I really don't need four wheel drive in Singapore, ever. The problem is that it has terrible revving and acceleration power. Japanese made -Violent yet controlled turbo beast like acceleration. It feel like a normal SUV with around 160HP output level. Nice are you currently driving a Harrier? The difference does not stop there, however this is not a comparison report, so let's get to the good and bad about the new harrier turbo. Having driven a turbo-charged SUV before the Harrier, I totally agree that turbo lag is the most irritating feeling to have when a car is picking up. Suspension is poor The STi engine is a bit mental and will need handling with care. Harrier turbo will be the Best selling SUV. On December 15, 2014, I got this rather nice Toyota Caldina from the proverbial Indian lady driver, which means it has never been on any rough terrain and is/was in top ship-shape shape, in spite of being a second-hand motor vehicle. Content created and supplied by: Yong' (via Opera Comes with safety sensing features, which is common on days with Honda also. ReviewTest drove the Harrier back to back against the new Rav4. Interior is pretty standepard Toyota laid out, nothing fancy, typical head unit. ReviewCar is so popular that you will have to wait for it. Water entering the engine oil sectionpower lost the car has no power.. I admire it for its comfortable ride experience and powerful engine. Since you are experiencing performance codes, the chance is big that you have a pressure problem. Its also better engineered. Yikes! The Turbo (227bhp) is powerful enough to let you overtake and accelerate with ease, and you won't even hear the engine roar as you speed past the other vehicles on the road. https://www.mycarforum.com/topic/2703395-toyota-harrier-auto-transmission-problem/page-3. It is definitely worth checking out as you say. Finally a turbo car from toyota a different shift in mindset at last. That engine sounds knackered. -Exterior design is also outdated Shaking car, low gas milage, fume from exhaust, high fuel consumption and low torque power, Problemas com a caixa de velocidades automatica, Ticking/Clicking Sound At Dashboard Key Area, dashboard warning orange light sign of car, Car Jerking and No Power. 8) Silence, at cruising speed - as good as some entry level lexus model. that one gets to meet in person the faces behind these incredible machines. 1. While the mileage of the car seemed Read Full Review, I have loved cars since I was a kid, I always wanted to get a car when I grew up but I was very picky. Fourteen months is a long time. I expected to experience the marvelous accelerationhands-on with this borrowed beauty. 6500. The cabin is well insulated from the hum of normal traffic. 2) Powerful instantaneous smooth acceleration, with reasonable FC. Opera News does not consent to nor does it condone the posting of any content that violates the rights (including the copyrights) of any third party, nor content that may malign, inter alia, any religion, ethnic group, organization, gender, company, or individual. The sales man claim it uses the same model 2.0T turbo engine as Lexus, but with only slightly lower output. Price point was impossible to beat in its class, given the 2.0 turbo engine that is basically a slightly detuned Lexus turbo engine (227bhp vs. 234 bhp), and its interior quietness. Knowing whether your car's transmission is faulty is extremely important. So back to basic, Japanese car (although I did consider Korean) Chose Harrier over Forrester because Turbo version for Forrester was no longer available and the mark up was something over 30% (info. Maintenance and reliability wise - it's a Toyota, so I would expect it to last. Sales person was extremely pushy and make not attempt to sell me the features of the car but keep Insulting My current car and telling me my car trade in value is only a few thousands above the scrap value even though itS not due for scrap until 2019. The huge panoramic sunroof. Twenty four. -muscular design The shocking thing is that it is also a lot cheaper: prices start at $27,000 (Sh2,754,000) for the 2.0 litre models, which is what people have been paying for second-hand Harriers. 8) No reverse tilt for both side mirrors Toyota harrier Instrument meter & air-cond mulfunction when start engine at hot son, Failing to pick speed each time I remove the battery terminal and connect back . What I likeThe huge sunroof WapCar provides you with a large-size, HD, high-resolution original images gallery of toyota harrier 2015 problems and videos, formats include PNG, JPG, Webp, JPEG, BMP, TIFF, GIF, SVG, etc. Recondition the torque convertor, sure cure the problem. This is what happened: I got onto the road and stepped on the accelerator ready to take off but, alas,the accelerator did not start working for about, 15seconds of hard pressing! The shocking thing is that it is also a lot cheaper: prices start at $27,000 (Sh2,754,000) for the 2.0 litre models, which is what people have been paying. However, all these are just checks. I had only used this mode once when I was in no real hurry to get to my destination. But Id think NA would be more durable. Also, I had no idea the Mark X came with a 2.4 litre engine (does it really? The face is some sort of retro-throwback attempt at the original FJ40 a l MINI/Volkswagen New Beetle (and it works), but from the. Might be a personal thing, but I preferred the Harrier looks over Mazda CX5 and even Mercedes GLC as it looks sleeker and less cumbersome. Another issue is that its very hard to find any global agency crash test ratings which puts a question mark on safety as its now the same platform as the RAV4 and away from the Lexus platform. Honestly, I don't care about rear leg room, lol. Do help a fellow columnist, and I sure hope you are enjoying riding your Njoki Chege Express (Wwink wink). So having drove for about 9 months, I would say it is a decent ride. The Toyota Harrier is a beautiful car that has captured the hearts of many people around the world. -seats not as comfortable as i thought My car, as long as I like it, can liao.. Get exclusive promotions, discounts & low-interest loan from authorized dealers, SIMPLICITY AND ELEGANCE WITH THE PERODUA MYVI. So, it was a bit of a hurdle that I needed to cross in order to buy my first car. Mind you, I am a family man and appreciate the silence and ease of acceleration while my kids play and rest in the back seat. When push comes to shove, the Sports mode does a fantastic job in overtaking or merging into the expressway lanes. -2.0L turbo engine -Large sunroof Good news: Subaru engines are infinitely interchangeable. Do you mean we should probably include profiles of these vehicles (details and/or brief histories) in our albums? and detachable interior lights that were also, flashlights. I have decided to write this review as I see there are a lot of unfair review in this forum. Steering is light as compared to my previous "Continental" Ride (Cruze) but in a way, I am starting to appreciate being able to turn the wheel with ease (sometimes with one hand). All the PI Harriers are 149 BHP, the Turbo version, which is a totally different engine derived from the Lexus NX is 227 BHP. Without further ado, here is the list of problems: Problem 1: Gearbox/ Transmission Problems. The car is a complete package, right from the looks to the comfort inside the cabin and the moon roof that theyve added to their offering. Used car specifications, history (version 2), Used car specifications, history (version 1), Jerking movement while changing Gear to front/ back, GEAR NOT SHIFTING FROM 3RD GEAR TO 4TH GEAR. The design is sporty, modern, and aggressive and the car gets a sophis Read Full Review, The Toyota Harrier is definitely one of those cars in the Malaysian market that will surely impress you with its appearance and exterior appeal. What I do not likeNo other brands are as reliable as the Toyota, making secondary choices simply not a option. The suv looks pretty good looking, if it's mod with after market body kit would look nice. However, I didnt. standard if you opt for the top-tier spec models. -Toyota Safety Sense I cha Read Full Review, Ask from fellow Harrier Owners and Zigwheels experts, Millions of people rely on the contributions like yours to decide which cars to buy, I was blown away by the appearance of the new Toyota Harrier and decided to buy it after taking the test drive at the showroom. The body width is also pretty narrow for the height which compromise stability. You will definitely need to change the oil, whether or not the service mileage was due. 7) convenient Auto Parking Brake. What I like-Sequential signal lights BHD. As such, it is not acceptable whatsoever to publish any software that is bound by any legal restriction. It may not display this or other websites correctly. - Engine is not noisy. 1998 Toyota Harrier; Model: TA-ACU15W-AWPGK-A; Engine: 2AZ-FE (2362cc); Frame: ACU15-0001030; Colour: 100; Trim: FB22 GVM (kg); Trans/Axle: U140F-03A; Plant/Built: 011. This car is a dream car for many Toyota fans. Given the relatively high mileage on my car, now Im nervous. -SE.i have to admit it was not the best service that i got.can be more friendlier and informative The engine package however is pretty decent but the exterior body doesn't seem to match the short wheelbase, which creates unbalanced handling. It features a 1987 cc engine that generates around 171 hp power. As if taking a gun and shoot myself in the foot (twice). Fixing turbo engines is not cheap. The Harrier is big and comfortable. No all round cameras for parking (I doubt the usefulness of the reflectors on the left wing mirror - should take a leaf from the SK Forester!). The TV/DVD/SAT-NAV systems are Japanese and DON'T WORK in UK. At this price point, the interior, exterior finishing, safety features, Lexus breed engine, make the overall package absolutely convincing. By continuing to browse this site, you agree to our Privacy Policy. It is one of the finest SUVs that I have ever got my hands Read Full Review, I never knew that Toyota could be so promising with premium cars other than the Alphard or the Land Cruiser (which is not available here in Malaysia). Any/all written content and images displayed are provided by the blogger/author, appear herein as submitted by the blogger/author and are unedited by Opera News. -Toyota never break down The drive is not as impressive as what is reflected on the papers. It Read Full Review, We use cookies to improve your experience on our website. Now, for a car that has been asleep for more than a year, a physical check by a mech is necessary. I was surprised when one 2015 car with delivery mileage showed up for sale at Sh4.1 million on one of my social media platforms. poor combustion of the engine harrier 1 mz engine, Speedometer stopped and OD light and engine check light on. This car exterior design grows on you overtime - at least it did to me. The turbo engine pick-up. Before I get one of those mechanics, who will charge me for body parts, are there any problems I should expect with my car. Brand trustworthiness, What I do not like1. I recall going broke for my BMW repairs before, maybe that is why i always wonder why should i pay a higher priced car, just to pay a higher price repair later. Reliability In Kenya, this car is a common sight on the roads. Its very well-mannered in te Read Full Review, The Toyota Harrier has been my recent upgrade to SUVs and I can say, I couldnt have asked for more from the automaker. Compared to FXT and Lexus RX turbo, all at 2.0T category, you will feel the harrier turbo engine does not has the turbo power. The new Harrier is prettier than its forebears, that much is beyond contest. The steering is well-weighted and responsive. Part of the beauty of the Great Run is. I would expect 60-70 litre tank so end up need to fill up quite frequently although fuel consumption is reasonable. The Toyota Harrier has handsome looks for a crossover. The concept was aimed at a young, male market, a segment Toyota thought it was losing at the time (Why?) Very impressive! Enjoy every journey with the highest level of comfort, just like when you Read Full Review, Toyota is a well-known brand around the globe. Comfort I love how roomy it is, how reliable it has been for me (zero issue so far), the acceleration, and how clean the design is. -Very comfy seats at the front, feels like sitting on a chair, while having the most commanding view of the front. 3. Opera News furthermore does not condone the use of our platform for the purposes encouraging/endorsing hate speech, violation of human rights and/or utterances of a defamatory nature. Depending on which Passat and Crown you refer to, the Mark X might be either superior in performance, or inferior. If your girlfriend follows this column, I think we have just ruined the element of surprise; Valentines Day is still four. 2.Delay in gear shifts, that is, delays during upshifts and delays during downshifts. Very bad for car but fortunately it can be overwritten For the last few years in Singapore I drove a Golf GTI, so I like to have a bit of power, and the change to the Harrier Turbo was great, ok, its a bit softer, especially on the corners, but its quiet, very quiet, and super comfortable. -reliability, What I do not like-body roll Even if I had the money, I would find it hard to justify the extra dollars for the prestige of the "European Badge" And I'm European!!! You will lose the 280hp (260 if automatic) you had with the original engine and have to make do with 227hp, at which point the, hardcore Subaru enthusiast would replace the stock WRX turbo with a bigger TD04 unit. The new Harrier that has just become available this year in Singapore from Borneo Motors the Main agent has a different engine than all the parallel imported ones. Overall Toyota reliability - having come from European SUV, this is a BIG plus. Driving controls are well-placed at where they should be. I was taken aback by the quietness in the interior. What I like- turbo engine For some reason, these details did not make it to the production version. I am also driving Mazda 3 skyactive. Its also better engineered. Pick up comes on only after a while of driving. - Infotainment unit is outdated. Forum members and moderators are responsible for their own posts. On paper, the harrier looks impressive, but when driving, the car does not really matches up. Drive wise, it is good. All Rights Reserved. The interior is the not a selling point, it does try to be premium but feels a bit boring and drab. Here are the Retail Price and variants of Toyota Harrier: Yes, Toyota Harrier is available in Front Foglamps. Of course, you will also need to wash the car. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google, Welcome to world's most trustworthy automotive forum, New Toyota Harrier 2015 CVT problems need help, Need help about fault code Toyota Corolla hybrid 2018. Both the interior and exterior starts to look dated when comparing to the other newer models in the market. Only your name will be displayed with your review. The moonroof is pleasantly huge and beautiful. All rights reserved. ReviewHaving owned the Harrier Turbo for seven months, I feel that it is the right time to give a review of the car from a user's point of view. Just because somebody decided to save money to buy the cheaper but newer Rav4, doesnt give you the right to chime in subjective view to patronize the Harrier by having driven it for 2 mins. 11) perhaps ottoman seat for front passenger seat (like in alphard?) Thank you for the compliment and Im glad I converted you from the vagaries of being a cyclist. 3) Memory seat - not linked to side mirrors (surprised!) I am driving a Mercedes Benz E class. The simple yet luxurious interior. the Legacy GT has 24 of them. When I visited the Toyota showroom, I could not take my eyes off the SUV and I think the Harrier is one of the finest looking SUVs in its segment. Pliant ride and strong engine make for a pleasant driving experience, Big wing mirrors obstruct vision when turning. Your question provide useful inputs for us, OTR Price Kuala Lumpur, SRP Price Kuala Lumpur. -Very comfy seats at the back, 4 way recline settings, while having the most enjoyable view of the sky Via the large moonroof If the content contained herein violates any of your rights, including those of copyright, and/or violates any the above mentioned factors, you are requested to immediately notify us using via the following email address operanews-external(at)opera.com and/or report the article using the available reporting functionality built into our Platform. 4. That is the same car I have right now and Im not sure I want to hear about terrible revving or acceleration power. REQUIRE PARTS FOR REAR LEFT SUSPENSION, TENSION/STABILISER BARS & COMPLETE SHOCK ABORBER. Let us know what you liked and what we can improve on. The pick up is not bad. Although I did not have the chance to test it. High view, feels like you are in more control of the road and your drive Bashing Toyotas again? Toyota Safety Sense which increases road safety as you drive What I likeComfort, Style, Power, and anticipated long term reliability. -Leather / suede seats not appealing 1 Please review the FJ Cruiser (any model). The interior reminds me of the time when i first saw the 7 series - very classy. It could do better on the interior if it wants to win the competition. But the moment I saw the Harrier, I had to change my perception. 3 Lastly, I checked the Great Run Website and while the information is well put, I was a bit disappointed with the gallery section.