The Future is Harrier
And finally, after more than a decade of waiting, the Toyota Harrier is finally (officially) in Singapore. But what makes this Official Harrier even better? Really, at first glance, they are identical. But it is what is inside the car that really counts
What we like:
Quality ride- turbocharged 2.0 delivers sufficient power
- plenty of space in passenger cabin
- stacked with features
What we dislike:
Some bits of interior can look cheap- a little common on the road
There is a little bit of turbo lag, while the turbocharger spools up, with maximum torque of 350Nm from the 2.0 from 1,650rpm till 4,000rpm. The engine is the same one that powers the Lexus NX 200t, which operates smoothly. Mated to this engine, is a well-sorted 6-speed automatic.
We also realised that the Harrier does drive via the front wheels decently well, even over uneven roads, and with that spread of torque, does cruise very well on the highway, with the engine able to give so much more. In start-stop situations however, drivers who are used to that more direct naturally aspirated engine power delivery will need to get used to the need for the turbo to spool.
Safety-wise, the “official” Harrier comes equipped with what they call Safety Sense P. While some upmarket makes do come with some sort of sensor and collision avoidance system, the Harrier is the first car in Toyota’s stable of cars over here which has this system installed. The system includes a radar, camera, located behind the windshield, to prompt them if there is a potential collision which is about to take place, and may even assist in applying the brakes harder if it detects that brake pressure applied is not sufficient. Or when brakes are not activated by the driver, would take over and help with the braking.
Additionally, there is Lane Departure Alert, which alerts you when you begin to deviate from your original path. Cruise control is radar assisted, ensuring that the Harrier adapts to the distance of the car in-front of it.
The market is rather saturated with cars clamouring for a bite of the pie in this market segment. While there is the likes of the excellent performing Volkswagen Tiguan, the recently launched Mazda CX 5 and the diesel-engined Peugeot 3008, the Harrier has already proven to be such a popular option.
Worth the Buy?
With Borneo Motors now taking on the same game as the local grey importers, with comprehensive support, and just about everything in English, the Harrier has just simply become a better car.
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