2022 Toyota Harrier: Is it a perfect urban SUV

It was only last month that Toyota Malaysia revamped the Harrier SUV for the model year 2022. Since its arrival, the new D-segment SUV has been a market favorite and given stiff competition to its rivals like the Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-8, and Ford Everest.

However, there are many who are still confused about the new Toyota and wonder whether or not it will be a good purchase.

In today’s article, we’ll highlight the all-new Harrier features that help make it the perfect urban SUV. So, let’s get started -

A strong safety shield

The new Harrier benefits from a strong safety suite that includes Toyota Safety Sense along with other active/passive features.

The former includes a Pre-Crash System, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control for all speeds, Lane Tracing Assist, and Adaptive High Beam System. All these advanced driver assistance features help the driver maintain the safety of the passengers and others on the road.

Also part of the Harrier’s safety kit is Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake, Electric Parking Brake & Auto Brake Hold, seven airbags, front & rear Digital Video Recorder, Hill-start Assist Control, Vehicle Stability Control & Traction Control, Emergency Stop Signal with Brake Assist, front & rear Parking Sensor & Intelligent Clearance Sonar, ABS with EBD, and Toyota Premium Security & Solar Film.

Connectivity at your command

Connectivity is the need of the hour be it at home or in your car. The Harrier fulfilled the same via its Vehicle Telematics System (shares your vehicle’s real-time location) and Apple CarPlay & Android support via the 8-inch touchscreen display with USB, Bluetooth, AUX, and reverse camera.

Treat to the eyes

The new Harrier showcases a pretty strong appearance that suits the young-urban liking. On top of that, the D-segment SUV comes loaded with features that only add up to the car’s functionality.

The lighting setup consists of Bi-LED headlights with striking daytime running lights coupled with a smart adaptive high-beam system, distinctive LED tail lights, and an auto-retractable wing mirror with an LED signal lamp & welcome light.

Comfort and convenience-enhancing features

The all-new Harrier is a very capable SUV that takes care of its passengers and driver fully, all thanks to the following features -

• Kick-sensor power back door
• Adjustable steering wheel
• Dual-zone automatic climate control system (with Nanoe™ X
• Technology & S-FLOW Control)
• High-grade Optitron meter paired with head-up display & multi-info display

• Wireless charging
• Smart entry & start system
• Digital rearview mirror (offers greater clarity and field of vision, even at night)
• Fixed panoramic moonroof with push button functionality

Superb stability & agility

The new Harrier is built on Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) with Double Wishbone Rear Suspension; all of which offer enhanced stability and agility. Key highlights leading to more control & speed include - lowered front end for better viewing, a lower body, better weight distribution, and an improved tire spring.

Attractive tones

Toyota offers the Harrier SUV in several striking colour tones that perfectly go along with today’s generation's choice. Available colour choices include - Precious Black, Platinum White Pearl, Steel Blonde Metallic, Steel Grey Metallic, Dark Blue Metallic, and Special Edition Red Metallic (2.0 LUXURY SE only).

Conclusion 

Sure, the all-new Toyota Harrier seems like a go-to car for prospective car buyers. It is powerful, stylish, and loaded with numerous comforting & safety features.

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