Development of the next-generation Toyota Harrier is nearing completion.
Development of the next-generation Toyota Harrier is entering its final stages. At least that’s the impression created by the sharp increase in coverage from Japanese media outlets focusing on the model.
The new Harrier is expected to launch in 2027 and promises significant changes, both in styling and under the hood.
The current Harrier has been on sale in Japan since 2020. It shares the TNGA-K platform with the current Toyota RAV4. That’s expected to remain the case for the next generation, although visually the two platform siblings are likely to be pushed further apart than ever.
If early concept renders are accurate, the new Harrier will feature a much more aggressively sloped roofline toward the rear, effectively moving it into the fast-growing coupe-crossover segment.
The vehicle is expected to adopt a multi-level front lighting setup, a grille visually integrated into the front bumper, reshaped body sides, and a redesigned rear end with two-tier taillights.
According to early reports, the new Harrier will be offered with both a conventional hybrid and a plug-in hybrid powertrain. Both are expected to use a turbocharged 1.5-liter gasoline engine as their foundation. The engine is projected to produce around 180 horsepower, with an additional 185 horsepower coming from an electric motor, for a combined output that should significantly boost performance.
Thanks to anticipated weight reductions, the crossover is expected to improve both fuel efficiency and acceleration. However, final EPA-equivalent fuel economy numbers and 0–62 mph (0–100 km/h) acceleration times likely won’t be confirmed until its official debut, scheduled for next year.