Toyota Harrier: Which Version to Buy and Why
The Toyota Harrier data covers five catalogue periods within three generations, all using the SUV 5-doors body. The central buying choice is between the simpler Gasoline versions, the more powerful V-shaped six-cylinder options, and the Hybrid alternatives. The strongest recorded engine is the second-generation 3.5 AT with 276 hp and 342 Nm.
The Toyota Harrier data covers five catalogue periods within three generations, all using the SUV 5-doors body. The central buying choice is between the simpler Gasoline versions, the more powerful V-shaped six-cylinder options, and the Hybrid alternatives. The strongest recorded engine is the second-generation 3.5 AT with 276 hp and 342 Nm. The best measured combined consumption belongs to the first-generation-restyling 2.2 AT at 7.1, while the second-generation 3.3 CVT Hybrid combines 211 hp, AWD, a measured 7.6-second 0–100 time, and combined consumption of 8.1. For a newer 2017–2020 Harrier, the main comparison is the 151 hp 2.0 CVT, the 231 hp 2.0 AT, and the 152 hp 2.5 CVT Hybrid.
Toyota Harrier generations and version differences
The first generation ran from December 1997 through October 2000 as an SUV 5-doors with six listed versions. Its range comprised 2.2 AT, 2.4 AT, and 3.0 AT versions, each offered with FWD and AWD. Power rose from 140 hp in the 2.2 AT to 160 hp in the 2.4 AT and 220 hp in the 3.0 AT. All used Automatic gearboxes with 4 gears.
The first-generation restyling ran from November 2000 through January 2003, retaining the SUV 5-doors body and six versions. It again offered 2.2 AT, 2.4 AT, and 3.0 AT choices with FWD or AWD, although the supplied data lists performance and economy measurements only for the 2.2 AT. Tank capacity increased from 65 to 75, a difference of 10.
The second generation ran from February 2003 through July 2013 as an SUV 5-doors with seven versions. The 2.4 AT, 3.0 AT, and 3.5 AT were available in FWD and AWD forms, while the 3.3 CVT Hybrid was AWD. Compared with the previous catalogue period, this generation added a 276 hp 3.5 AT and a 211 hp 3.3 CVT Hybrid, and the gearbox for the 3.0 AT changed from an Automatic with 4 gears to an Automatic with 5 gears.
The third generation ran from December 2013 through May 2017 as an SUV 5-doors with three versions. Buyers could choose the 151 hp 2.0 CVT with FWD or AWD, or the 152 hp 2.5 CVT Hybrid with AWD. Compared with the second generation, the listed engine range moved from 2362–3456 cc to 1986–2494 cc, while the tank decreased from 72 to 60.
The third-generation restyling ran from June 2017 through May 2020 as an SUV 5-doors with five versions. It retained 2.0 CVT choices with FWD and AWD and a 2.5 CVT Hybrid with AWD, while adding 231 hp 2.0 AT versions with FWD and AWD. This restyled period is part of the third generation, not an additional generation.
Toyota Harrier engine specs comparison
Repeated version names below are separated by generation, output, or drive so every exact database name remains intact.
| Period and exact version | Power | Torque | Displacement | Fuel | Cylinders/layout | Boost | Gearbox | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First generation 2.2 AT | 140 hp | 191 Nm | 2163 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | No | Automatic, 4 | FWD |
| First generation 2.2 AT | 140 hp | 191 Nm | 2163 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | No | Automatic, 4 | AWD |
| First generation 2.4 AT | 160 hp | 221 Nm | 2364 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | No | Automatic, 4 | FWD |
| First generation 2.4 AT | 160 hp | 221 Nm | 2364 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | No | Automatic, 4 | AWD |
| First generation 3.0 AT | 220 hp | 304 Nm | 2994 cc | Gasoline | 6, V-shaped | No | Automatic, 4 | FWD |
| First generation 3.0 AT | 220 hp | 304 Nm | 2994 cc | Gasoline | 6, V-shaped | No | Automatic, 4 | AWD |
| First-generation restyling 2.2 AT | 140 hp | 191 Nm | 2163 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | No | Automatic, 4 | FWD |
| First-generation restyling 2.2 AT | 140 hp | 191 Nm | 2163 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | No | Automatic, 4 | AWD |
| First-generation restyling 2.4 AT | 160 hp | 221 Nm | 2362 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | No | Automatic, 4 | FWD |
| First-generation restyling 2.4 AT | 160 hp | 221 Nm | 2362 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | No | Automatic, 4 | AWD |
| First-generation restyling 3.0 AT | 220 hp | 304 Nm | 2994 cc | Gasoline | 6, V-shaped | No | Automatic, 4 | FWD |
| First-generation restyling 3.0 AT | 220 hp | 304 Nm | 2994 cc | Gasoline | 6, V-shaped | No | Automatic, 4 | AWD |
| Second generation 2.4 AT | 160 hp | 221 Nm | 2362 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | No | Automatic, 4 | FWD |
| Second generation 2.4 AT | 160 hp | 221 Nm | 2362 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | No | Automatic, 4 | AWD |
| Second generation 3.0 AT | 220 hp | 304 Nm | 2994 cc | Gasoline | 6, V-shaped | No | Automatic, 5 | FWD |
| Second generation 3.0 AT | 220 hp | 304 Nm | 2994 cc | Gasoline | 6, V-shaped | No | Automatic, 5 | AWD |
| Second generation 3.5 AT | 276 hp | 342 Nm | 3456 cc | Gasoline | 6, V-shaped | No | Automatic, 5 | FWD |
| Second generation 3.5 AT | 276 hp | 342 Nm | 3456 cc | Gasoline | 6, V-shaped | No | Automatic, 5 | AWD |
| Second generation 3.3 CVT | 211 hp | 288 Nm | 3310 cc | Hybrid | 6, V-shaped | No | Variable | AWD |
| Third generation 2.0 CVT | 151 hp | 193 Nm | 1986 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | No | Variable | FWD |
| Third generation 2.0 CVT | 151 hp | 193 Nm | 1986 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | No | Variable | AWD |
| Third generation 2.5 CVT | 152 hp | 206 Nm | 2494 cc | Hybrid | 4, Inline | No | Variable | AWD |
| Third-generation restyling 2.0 CVT | 151 hp | 193 Nm | 1986 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | Turbo | Variable | FWD |
| Third-generation restyling 2.0 CVT | 151 hp | 193 Nm | 1986 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | Turbo | Variable | AWD |
| Third-generation restyling 2.0 AT | 231 hp | 350 Nm | 1995 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | Turbo | Automatic, 6 | FWD |
| Third-generation restyling 2.0 AT | 231 hp | 350 Nm | 1995 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | Turbo | Automatic, 6 | AWD |
| Third-generation restyling 2.5 CVT | 152 hp | 206 Nm | 2493 cc | Hybrid | 4, Inline | Turbo | Variable | AWD |
The third-generation-restyling 2.0 AT produces approximately 115.8 hp per litre, the highest ratio in the supplied range. The second-generation 3.5 AT produces approximately 79.9 hp per litre, while the third-generation-restyling 2.0 CVT produces approximately 76.0 hp per litre. The 2.0 AT therefore offers 80 hp and 157 Nm more than the 2.0 CVT while adding only 9 cc of displacement.
Toyota Harrier performance, mpg and fuel consumption
Most acceleration, maximum-speed, and consumption values were not measured in the supplied data. For every first-generation 2.2 AT and 3.0 AT, these figures are not measured. For both first-generation 2.4 AT versions, 0–100 is 12 seconds, maximum speed is 170, and city/highway consumption is 13/9; combined consumption is 9.4 for FWD and 10 for AWD.
In the first-generation restyling, both 2.2 AT versions record 0–100 in 12.4 seconds, a maximum speed of 160, and city/highway/combined consumption of 10/6.1/7.1. Performance and economy for every restyled 2.4 AT and 3.0 AT are not measured.
For the second generation, performance and consumption are not measured for every 2.4 AT and 3.0 AT. The 3.5 AT FWD reaches 0–100 in 8 seconds, has a maximum speed of 200, and records 14.3/8.4/10.3 for city/highway/combined consumption. The 3.5 AT AWD reaches 0–100 in 7.8 seconds, has a maximum speed of 200, and records 15.7/8.5/11.2. The 3.3 CVT Hybrid reaches 0–100 in 7.6 seconds, has a maximum speed of 200, and records 9.1/7.6/8.1. It is 0.2 seconds quicker than the 3.5 AT AWD and uses 3.1 less on the combined measurement.
For every third-generation and third-generation-restyling version—including the 2020 catalogue period—0–100, maximum speed, and city, highway, and combined consumption are not measured. The data therefore supports horsepower comparisons for a 2020 Toyota Harrier, but not a 2020 acceleration or fuel-consumption claim.
Toyota Harrier dimensions, weight and capacity
Exterior length, width, and height are not measured for any version, so Toyota Harrier dimensions in millimetres, centimetres, or feet cannot be stated from this dataset.
First-generation kerb weights span 1570–1730 kg, gross weight is not measured, ground clearance spans 180–185 mm, tank capacity is 65, and wheel sizes are not measured. The first-generation-restyling range weighs 1560–1730 kg, gross weight is not measured, clearance spans 180–185 mm, tank capacity is 75, and wheel sizes are not measured.
Second-generation kerb weights span 1600–1930 kg. Gross weight is not measured except for the 3.5 AT AWD at 2380 kg and the 3.3 CVT at 2505 kg. Ground clearance spans 180–190 mm, tank capacity is 72, and wheel sizes are not measured.
The third-generation 2.0 CVT FWD weighs 1580 kg with a gross weight of 1885 kg; the 2.0 CVT AWD weighs 1660 kg with a gross weight of 1935 kg; and the 2.5 CVT weighs 1750 kg with a gross weight of 2075 kg. All have 175 mm clearance and a 60 tank, while wheel sizes are not measured.
In the third-generation restyling, kerb weight runs from 1590 kg for the 2.0 CVT FWD to 1770 kg for the 2.5 CVT. Gross weight is not measured. Clearance is not measured for the 2.0 CVT and 2.0 AT versions, while the 2.5 CVT has 175 mm. Every version has a 60 tank. The recorded 2.0 CVT versions and the 2.0 AT FWD list 235/50 R19 and 235/55 R18; wheel sizes for the 2.0 AT AWD and 2.5 CVT are not measured.
Which Toyota Harrier version should you buy?
For the strongest power-to-weight result, choose the second-generation 3.5 AT FWD. Its 1820 kg kerb weight and 276 hp equal about 6.59 kg per hp. The 3.5 AT AWD is nearly identical at about 6.65 kg per hp, weighs 15 kg more, and is 0.2 seconds quicker in the measured 0–100 result, though its combined consumption rises from 10.3 to 11.2.
For measured economy with strong performance, the second-generation 3.3 CVT Hybrid is the standout. It delivers 211 hp and 288 Nm, reaches 0–100 in 7.6 seconds, and records combined consumption of 8.1. Against the 3.5 AT AWD, it gives up 65 hp and 54 Nm but is 0.2 seconds quicker in the supplied measurement and records lower city, highway, and combined consumption.
For a lighter third-generation configuration, choose the 2.0 CVT FWD. In the pre-restyling period it weighs 1580 kg, which is 80 kg less than the equivalent AWD version; in the restyled period it weighs 1590 kg, which is 50 kg less than the AWD version. Power and torque remain 151 hp and 193 Nm in each drive configuration.
For maximum output in the 2017–2020 range, choose the 2.0 AT. With 231 hp and 350 Nm, it exceeds the 2.0 CVT by 80 hp and 157 Nm and the 2.5 CVT Hybrid by 79 hp and 144 Nm. The FWD 2.0 AT weighs 1660 kg, giving about 7.19 kg per hp; the AWD version weighs 1720 kg, or about 7.45 kg per hp.
For AWD with the lowest kerb weight in the 2017–2020 range, choose the 2.0 CVT AWD at 1640 kg. It is 80 kg lighter than the 2.0 AT AWD and 130 kg lighter than the 2.5 CVT Hybrid. For the Hybrid engine type, choose the 2.5 CVT, but note that its recorded 152 hp is only 1 hp above the 2.0 CVT, while its 206 Nm is 13 Nm higher and its 1770 kg kerb weight is 130 kg greater than the 2.0 CVT AWD.
The supplied data contains no prices, sale listings, engine-oil capacity, engine-mounting information, reliability results, or problem records. Those factors are therefore not measured here and cannot be used to justify one Toyota Harrier purchase over another.