[2024 Latest] What is the recommended grade for the new Harrier? Should you choose a hybrid or gasoline version for the fourth generation?

This time, we will introduce in detail the recommended grades of the current 4th generation new Harrier . We will provide information that will be useful for those who are confused by looking at the catalog, or those who are considering purchasing. Since the author himself actually drives a 4th generation Harrier, I think he can provide more useful information based on his own experience than other articles.

table of contents

About the new Harrier
What grade is the new Harrier?
Engine options for the new Harrier
New Harrier fuel economy data
Until the new Harrier Hybrid pays for itself
About comfort
summary
1. Conclusion
Is there a delay in delivery?

About the new Harrier

Toyota’s new Harrier (4th generation) was announced on April 13, 2020, and sales began on June 17. This is the first full model change in about seven years, and all vehicles are equipped with the TNGA platform, Dynamic Force Engine, and the new generation Toyota Safety Sense as standard. A partial improvement was made on September 26, 2022, and the higher grade model has been upgraded from a 7.0-inch TFT color multi-information display + Optitron meter to a 12.3-inch TFT display (full LCD digital meter).

What grade is the new Harrier?

You can choose from three grades: “S”, “G” and “Z”.

S: Entry grade
G: Intermediate grade
Z: High grade
Z “Leather Package” genuine leather seat model

Features of the S grade

The S grade is the cheapest entry grade. If you choose the petrol S grade, you can purchase it for as little as 3,128,000 yen. The exterior is equipped with LED headlights and 17-inch wheels. The interior is made of fabric seats in one colour. (Leather is not always the best) The steering wheel is wrapped in genuine leather and the door trim is wrapped in synthetic leather, which is fantastic.

Disadvantages of S grade

Personally, the biggest disadvantage of the S grade is that many rental cars and car sharing cars use the S grade , so if you see a Harrier owner in town, you can tell it’s a rental car. If you own a Harrier, I recommend choosing the S grade or higher.

G grade features

The G grade is a mid-range model that offers great value, and if you choose the gasoline-powered G grade, you can purchase it for as little as 3,529,000 yen. The exterior has a Harrier-like design with front and rear bumper chrome moldings and LED daytime running lamps, unlike the S grade headlights. In addition, it uses 18-inch aluminum wheels with cut luster and dark gray metal paint, and the interior has been significantly changed, with the seats now made of fabric and synthetic leather, and three colors to choose from.

Disadvantages of G grade

Personally, the disadvantage of the G grade is that it uses 18-inch aluminum wheels exclusive to the G grade on the exterior, so anyone who knows the Harrier will immediately know that it is a G grade. Also, the interior is improved with the introduction of a 12.3-inch full LCD meter as an option, and the display audio can only be selected with an 8-inch display. In terms of safety, it does not come with a panoramic view monitor.

Z grade features

The Z grade is a high-end model, and some may find it a little expensive, but if you choose the gasoline Z grade, you can purchase it from 4,038,000 yen. It’s in the 4 million yen range. However, the exterior design uses 19-inch aluminum wheels with a super chrome metallic paint exclusive to the Z grade, and the rear spoiler has a long LED high-mounted stop lamp, so you can tell it’s a Z grade just by looking at it. The interior comes standard with a 12.3-inch full LCD meter and a 12.3-inch display audio + JBL premium sound system, and you can tell the difference if you’re riding in it. A little nice is the smart entry, but a smart entry (rear seat) that can be opened and closed by simply touching the knob on the rear seat has also been added. I chose the Z “Leather Package” grade, and unlocking the rear seat knob is convenient if you use it quite frequently.

Features of the Z “Leather Package” grade

The Z “Leather Package” grade is a model that uses genuine leather seats on the high-end Z grade. In addition, it is equipped with comfortable heated seats + seat ventilation (driver’s seat and passenger seat), so you can stay comfortable even in the hot summer and cold winter. It’s so comfortable that once you use it, you’ll never want to live in a car without seat ventilation again.

Engine options for the new Harrier

There are three engines to choose from: gasoline, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid. The first thing that bothers you is the choice of engine.

Gasoline engine model

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model	engine	transmission	Drive system	Price (10%)
Z “Leather Package”	In-line 4-cylinder 2.0L direct injection engine “Dynamic Force Engine”	Direct Shift-CVT	2WD (FF)	4,338,000 yen
Z “Leather Package”			4WD	4,538,000 yen
Z			2WD (FF)	4,038,000 yen
Z			4WD	4,238,000 yen
G			2WD (FF)	3,529,000 yen
G			4WD	3,729,000 yen
S			2WD (FF)	3,128,000 yen
S			4WD	3,328,000 yen

Hybrid Model

The previous Harrier hybrid model was priced between 3,580,000 and 5,040,000 yen, but the new model has a price difference of 3,718,000 to 5,148,000 yen.

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model	engine	transmission	Drive system	Price (10%)
Z “Leather Package”	Inline 4-cylinder 2.5L direct injection engine “Dynamic Force Engine” + motor	Electric variable speed transmission	2WD (FF)	4,928,000 yen
Z “Leather Package”			4WD (E-Four)	5,148,000 yen
Z			2WD (FF)	4,628,000 yen
Z			4WD (E-Four)	4,848,000 yen
G			2WD (FF)	4,119,000 yen
G			4WD (E-Four)	4,339,000 yen
S			2WD (FF)	3,718,000 yen
S			4WD (E-Four)	3,938,000 yen

Plug-in Hybrid

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model	engine	transmission	Drive system	Price (10%)
Z	Inline 4-cylinder 2.5L direct injection engine “Dynamic Force Engine” + motor (PHEV)	Electric variable speed transmission	4WD (E-Four)	6,200,000 yen

New Harrier fuel economy data

Fuel economy for gasoline vehicles (2WD) is WLCT mode: 15.4km/L (13.0km/L)

The fuel economy of the hybrid vehicle (2WD) is WLCT mode: 22.3km/L (17.0km/L). The author drives this vehicle and these figures are almost the actual measured values.

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spec	Harrier
full length	4,740mm
Overall width	1,855mm
Height	1,660mm
Wheelbase	2,690mm
engine	2.5L inline 4-cylinder direct injection engine “Dynamic Force Engine” + motor		2.0L inline 4-cylinder direct injection engine “Dynamic Force Engine”
Maximum power	131kW (178hp) / 5,700rpm		126kW (171hp) / 6,600rpm
Maximum torque	221Nm (22.5kgm) / 3,600-5,200rpm		207Nm (21.1kgf･m) / 4,800rpm
Front motor maximum output	88kw (120ps)		–
Front motor maximum torque	202Nm (20.6kgm)		–
Rear motor maximum output	–	40kW (54ps)	–
Rear motor maximum torque	–	121Nm (12.3kgfm)	–
System maximum output	160kW (218ps)	163kW (222ps)	–
transmission	Electric variable speed transmission		Direct Shift- CVT
Drive system	2WD	E-Four (4WD)	2WD	4WD
Vehicle weight	1,710kg	1,770kg	1,620kg	1,680kg
Minimum turning radius	5.5m to 5.7m
WLCT mode fuel consumption	22.3km/L	21.6km/L	15.4km/L	14.7km/L
tire size	225/55R19 235/55R18 225/65R17
Passenger capacity	Five people

Until the new Harrier Hybrid pays for itself

This was a very difficult question to answer when considering fuel efficiency and price. When comparing both grades “G”, the gasoline model is 3,529,000 yen and the hybrid model is 4,119,000 yen, so the difference is 590,000 yen. Furthermore, the hybrid car is eligible for an eco-car tax reduction of about 30,000 yen, so the difference is about 560,000 yen.

Here we will calculate the cost of gasoline, and examine how much driving it will cost to make up for the gasoline bill of about 560,000 yen. In reality, we will calculate based on the actual fuel consumption listed above.

Fuel economy for gasoline vehicles (2WD) is calculated based on WLCT mode fuel economy: 15.0km/L (13.0km/L). Fuel economy for hybrid vehicles (2WD) is calculated based on WLCT mode fuel economy: 19.0km/L (17.0km/L).

Calculation of driving 10,000 km when gasoline price is 170 yen per liter

Gasoline model 10,000km=130,769 yen
Hybrid car 10,000km = 100,000 yen

The difference is only 30,769 yen after 10,000 km, so even if you drive 100,000 km, the difference is only 307,690 yen. You will have to drive about 200,000 km to make up the difference…

Even if you think you’re likely to sell your new car after about five years or 100,000km, choosing a hybrid car will cost you less than 252,310 yen. Just because it’s a hybrid doesn’t mean you can choose it lightly. Furthermore, in the case of the “Harrier,” there is no difference in exterior design from the hybrid, so you can’t be proud of it.

About comfort

So far, we have talked about the price, but next I would like to talk about comfort. The “Inline 4-cylinder 2.0L direct injection engine + Direct Shift-CVT” model is excellent in terms of price, but is slightly inferior in terms of comfort. In my experience, the 2.0L gasoline models of the third-generation Harrier and fourth-generation RAV4 felt slow to start. This is because the torque is insufficient for the vehicle weight, and the same impression will be felt even if the Direct Shift-CVT is improved.

On the other hand, the “inline 4-cylinder 2.5L direct injection engine + motor” uses Toyota’s hybrid system, and because starting is done only with the motor, you can expect a smooth ride with excellent torque. Furthermore, the overseas model “Venza” only uses this hybrid engine specification, and has received high praise overseas. Also, when using “radar cruise control,” the electronic control and hybrid system work well together, making for a more comfortable drive. If you value comfort, we recommend a “hybrid car.”

summary

The new Harrier is available in grades “S”, “G”, “G “Leather Package”, “Z” and “Z “Leather Package”, and you can also choose between a hybrid and a gasoline-powered car. This makes it very difficult to decide which one to choose. Gasoline-powered cars are cheaper in terms of total cost, but if you want a comfortable ride, you should also consider a hybrid.

Exterior Comparison

“S” and “G” : When you consider appearance and convenient features such as “chrome plating on the front and rear” and “LED daytime running lights,” the “G” is attractive.

Interior comparison

“G” : Equipped with luxury features such as a power tailgate, illuminated entry system, and digital inner mirror as standard. It is also equipped with advanced technology and safety features, so if you are looking for a car that costs over 3 million yen, the difference of 300,000 yen is worth choosing the “G”.

Furthermore, if you want to experience the fully redesigned equipment, we recommend the “Z” which is equipped with a “12.3-inch T-Connect SD navigation system,” “hands-free power tailgate,” and “color head-up display.”

Conclusion

The most recommended grade for the new Harrier is the “Z “Leather Package”. If you have the budget, you should also consider a hybrid car.

Is there a delay in delivery?

The Harrier has been popular since its release and has a long delivery time, but as of June 2024, it appears that delivery will take 4 to 5 months. However, it is unclear what will happen in the future, so it may be necessary to be careful.

The author purchased the “Hybrid Vehicle” “Z “Leather Package”” and has written several reviews since delivery, so I hope you will read them and use them as reference when making a purchase.

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