Toyota Highlander

Toyota Highlander
2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Overview
Manufacturer - Toyota
Also called - Toyota Kluger (Japan, 2000-2007; Australia, 2000-present) / Toyota Crown Kluger (China, 2021-present)
Production - 2000-present
Model years - 2001-present
Body and chassis
Class - Mid-size crossover SUV
Body style - 5-door SUV
Layout - Front-engine, front-wheel-drive / Front-engine, four-wheel-drive

The Toyota Highlander, also known as the Toyota Kluger (Japanese: トヨタ・クルーガー, Hepburn: Toyota Kurūgā), is a mid-size crossover SUV with three-row seating produced by Toyota since 2000.
Announced in April 2000 at the New York International Auto Show and arriving in late 2000 in Japan and January 2001 in North America, the Highlander became one of the first car-based mid-size SUV or mid-size crossovers. The Highlander is the crossover counterpart to the more rugged, truck-based mid-size 4Runner and became Toyota's best-selling SUV before being surpassed by the smaller RAV4 in 2006.
The first-generation model was sold in Japan as the Kluger, which was exclusive to dealership network called Toyota Netz as a larger alternative to the RAV4. The Kluger nameplate is also used in Australia because "Highlander" is a trademarked trim line name owned by Hyundai. The name is derived from the German word klug, which means smart or clever (Klüger - with diacritics - means "someone who is smarter than another" in German).

First generation (XU20; 2000)

First generation (XU20)
2001-2003 Toyota Highlander Limited (MCU20)
Overview
Also called - Toyota Kluger (Japan and Australia)
Production - November 2000 - May 2007
Model years - 2001-2007
Assembly - Japan: Miyawaka, Fukuoka (Toyota Motor Kyushu)
Body and chassis
Platform - Toyota K platform
Related - Lexus RX/Toyota Harrier (XU30) / Toyota Sienna (XL20)
Powertrain
Engine - Gasoline: 2.4 L 2AZ-FE I4 / 3.0 L 1MZ-FE V6 / 3.3 L 3MZ-FE V6
Transmission - 4-speed U140E/140F/241E automatic / 5-speed U151E/F automatic / CVT (Hybrid)
Dimensions
Wheelbase - 2,715 mm (106.9 in)
Length - 4,681-4,714 mm (184.3-185.6 in)
Width - 1,826 mm (71.9 in)
Height - 1,679-1,750 mm (66.1-68.9 in)
Curb weight - 1,716 kg (3,784 lb)
Chronology
Successor - Toyota Vanguard (XA30) (for Kluger, Japan)

The Highlander (or Kluger in Japan and Australia) shared a platform with its XU30 series Lexus RX/Toyota Harrier cousin. It came in five (2001-2007) and seven-seat (2004-2007) configurations and became a sales success for Toyota in a number of markets across the world. The Highlander came standard with front-wheel drive and offered all-wheel drive (50:50 front:rear fixed torque split). Unlike Toyota's own 4Runner and other mid-sized competitors such as the Jeep Grand Cherokee, or Chevrolet TrailBlazer, the Highlander aimed for on-road comfort with its unibody construction and independent rear suspension. Although it was longer than the 1996-2002 4Runner available at the time it was launched, the Highlander was surpassed in length by the redesigned 4Runner in August 2002.
The Highlander was available in three trim lines in the United States: the base model, the Sport model, and the Limited model. The base and Limited models were present when the Highlander was initially introduced, while the Sport model was introduced in March 2006.
In 2004, the wheels on the Limited trim changed from a six-spoke to a five-spoke alloy. The base-model Highlander wheels also changed from steel-rims to the alloy wheels that were on the 2001-2003 model year Highlander Limited and B-Package. The Sport models had a distinctive grille design, differentiating themselves from the non-Sport models. Wheel styling also serves to differentiate the various models-the hybrid sports a unique twin-spoke design.
The Kluger was introduced to Australia in October 2003. It was available in three guises: CV, CVX, and Grande. A limited edition CV Sport model was also released in 2006. There was no hybrid model available in Australia. The only engine offered was the 3.3-liter 3MZ-FE V6. Typical fuel economy using the Australian standard testing regime is 12.3 L/100 km (23.0 mpg‑imp; 19.1 mpg‑US).
Engines:
2001-2007 2.4 L 2AZ-FE I4,116 kW (155 hp; 157 PS)
2001-2003 3.0 L 1MZ-FE V6, 151 kW (203 hp; 206 PS)
2004-2007 3.3 L 3MZ-FE V6, 168 kW (225 hp; 228 PS)
The 3.0-liter engine was able to propel the Kluger from 0-97 kilometres per hour (0-60 mph) in approximately 8.8 seconds. In 2004 the Kluger was given a new 3.3-liter V6 engine to compete with the more powerful V6 offerings from its competitors, mainly the Nissan Murano and the Honda Pilot. The larger engine made it possible for the Kluger to reach 0 to 97 km/h (0 to 60 mph) in 7.8 seconds.
2001 update
The Japanese and Australian Kluger was released with a center console integrated with the dashboard, while the North American Highlander initially lacked this integrated center console. The integrated center console was introduced in all US Highlanders and in Canadian Limited Highlanders in 2001, for the 2002 model year, and in all Canadian Highlanders in 2003, for the 2004 model year. However, for these early Highlanders without the integrated center console, a smaller non-integrated stand-alone center console was available as an option, either factory or dealer installed.
2003 update
In 2003, for the 2004 model year, in addition to the 3.3-liter engine, V6-powered models were equipped with a new five-speed automatic transmission, replacing the four-speed automatic transmission, while the inline-four models continued to use the old four-speed. This year also saw the introduction of the optional third row seat allowing for two additional passengers. The center console, which was previously exclusive to the Limited trim level, was now standard across all trims. A DVD-based navigation system was introduced to the Highlander for the first time as an option on the Limited trim. The unibody was slightly modified behind the second row seats to include a depression in the hatch floor able to accommodate the optional third row seating. On models without third row seating, this depression was turned into a storage compartment (prior to 2004 the spare tire was accessible from inside the vehicle where the third row seating would subsequently be located; beginning in 2004 the spare tire is accessible from underneath the vehicle). Subtle changes to the front grille, front and rear bumpers, headlights and tail lights (LED tail lights on later hybrid models) round-out the major changes for the 2003 mid-cycle refresh.
2005 update
In 2005, for the 2006 model year, Highlanders sold in Canada were offered only in a V6 all-wheel drive configuration. Hybrid models were available with part-time four-wheel drive, which Toyota refers to as 4WD-i whereby the rear wheels are powered by a separate electric motor. This system is intended for use on snow and ice and is prone to overheating the rear electric motor off-road.
Safety
Anti-lock brakes, brake assist and electronic brakeforce distribution were standard, Vehicle Stability Control w/traction control optional on 2001-03 models became standard for 2004 models (Hybrids come standard with VDIM). Also standard for 2004 was a tire pressure monitor. Front seat-mounted side torso airbags were optional on 2001-06 models, while front and second row side curtain airbags were optional on 2004-06 models. Side airbags became standard on 2007 models and the curtain airbags gained a rollover sensor that year as well.

NHTSA crash test ratings, no side airbags (2002):
Frontal Driver: 4/5
Frontal Passenger: 4/5
Side Driver: 4/5
Side Rear Passenger: 5/5
Rollover: 3/5

NHTSA crash test ratings, no side airbags (2004):
Frontal Driver: 5/5
Frontal Passenger: 5/5
Side Driver: 5/5
Side Rear Passenger: 5/5
Rollover (2005): 4/5

In Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) crash tests the Highlander was rated "Good" overall in the frontal offset crash test. The IIHS reported the Highlander had one of the lowest driver fatality rates among all vehicles, and amongst SUVs, only the Toyota 4Runner had a lower driver fatality rate. This report looked at 2001-2005 model year vehicles in the US.
Hybrid (MHU28, 2005)
Initially, the Kluger was a regular, non-hybrid SUV driven by an internal combustion engine, but later Toyota introduced a hybrid version, the Kluger Hybrid that utilizes the company's Hybrid Synergy Drive technology combined with the company's 3MZ-FE 3.3-liter V6 engine offered in either FWD or AWD trim. The hybrid drivetrain was unveiled at the 2004 North American International Auto Show, and was offered to the public in July 2005 as a 2006 model. The power steering pump, water pump and AC compressor were changed from belt-drive to electrically powered versions. A modified alternator was incorporated into the hybrid system.
In North America, the hybrid version was called the Highlander Hybrid. It was also the first seven-seat hybrid vehicle. With the electric motors providing power, overall acceleration improved, particularly at passing speeds. Other additions include Toyota's Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) system and Electronically Controlled Brake (ECB). The California Air Resources Board gave it a SULEV emission rating. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (revised standards) rated it at 8.4 L/100 km; 34 mpg‑imp (28 mpg‑US) City/9.4 L/100 km; 30 mpg‑imp (25 mpg‑US) Highway for FWD models and 8.7 L/100 km; 32 mpg‑imp (27 mpg‑US)/9.4 L/100 km; 30 mpg‑imp (25 mpg‑US) for AWD models. This system is near identical to that of the Lexus RX 400h. All-wheel drive models were rated to tow 1,600 kg (3,500 lb).

2003-2007 Kluger Grande (Australia)
Highlander Hybrid Limited
Highlander Hybrid

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Toyota Highlander

Toyota Highlander
Общие данные
Производитель - Toyota Motor Corporation
Годы производства - 2000 - настоящее время
Класс - SUV
Иные обозначения - Toyota Kluger
Дизайн и конструкция
Тип кузова - 5‑дв. SUV (5‑мест.)
Компоновка - переднемоторная, переднеприводная
переднемоторная, полноприводная
Колёсная формула - 4 × 2 / 4 × 4
Двигатель - бензиновый двигатель внутреннего сгорания
На рынке
Похожие модели - Volkswagen Touareg, Porsche Cayenne, Nissan Pathfinder, Dodge Journey, Mazda CX-9, Ford Explorer, Audi Q7
Сегмент - J-сегмент

I поколение
Производитель - Toyota Motor Corporation
Годы производства - 2001-2007
Заводы - Тойота, Япония
Платформа - Toyota Camry, Lexus RX
Двигатель - 2AZ-FEI4 V-2,4 л., 1MZ-FEV6 V-3,0 л., 3MZ-FE V6 V-3,3 л.
КПП - 5-скор АКПП / 4-скор АКПП
Колёсная база - 2715
Длина - 4684 мм
Ширина - 1836 мм
Высота - 1697 мм
Клиренс - 170 мм
Масса - 1725 кг
Объём бака - 75 л

Toyota Highlander - кроссовер концерна Toyota, построенный на платформе Toyota K. Представлен в апреле 2000 года на Нью-Йоркском автосалоне. Относится к классу SUV и в модельном ряду Toyota нацелен на аудиторию людей которые также рассматривают Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, Ford Explorer, Mitsubishi Pajero, Nissan Patrol.
Toyota не могла использовать имя Highlander (в переводе означает Горец) в Австралии и Японии, поскольку она является торговой маркой Hyundai Terracan SUV. Поэтому в этих странах Тойота называет автомобиль Toyota Kluger (トヨタクルーガー Toyota Kurūgā). Название происходит от немецкого слова klüger, что означает умный или очень умный.
Первое поколение (XU20)
Двигатели:
2001-2003 2,4 L 2AZ-FE I4, 155 л.с. (119 кВт)
2001-2003 3,0 L 1MZ-FE V6, 223 л.с. (167 кВт)
2004-2007 3,3 L 3MZ-FE V6, 232 л.с. (174 кВт)

Toyota Highlander 2004 г.

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Toyota Highlander

Toyota Highlander
Виробник - Toyota
Роки виробництва - з 2000
Клас - SUV
Стиль кузова - універсал
Двигун(и) - Бензиновий двигун
Подібні - Fiat Freemont / Ford Explorer / Honda Pilot / Mitsubishi Endeavor / Subaru Tribeca / Hyundai Veracruz/Hyundai Santa Fe LWB / Nissan Pathfinder / Mazda CX-9 / Volkswagen Atlas

Toyota Highlander (укр. Тойота Гайлендер) - середньорозмірний SUV концерну Toyota, що є версією внутрішньої моделі Toyota Kluger для зовнішнього, не японського ринку. Основний ринок збуту автомобіля - США. Позиціонується як автомобіль для любителів активного стилю водіння у віці від 20 до 30 років. Відноситься до класу середньорозмірних SUV і в модельному ряду Toyota займає проміжне положення між моделями Toyota RAV4 і 4Runner.

Перше покоління (2000-2008)

Toyota Highlander (XU20)
Виробник - Toyota
Також називається - Toyota Kluger
Роки виробництва - 2000-2008
Двигун(и) - Бензиновий двигун
Колісна база - 2715 мм
Довжина - 4684-4714 мм
Ширина - 1826 мм
Висота - 1679-1750 мм
Маса - 1596-1927 кг
Споріднені - Lexus RX / Toyota Sienna / Toyota Camry / Toyota Camry Solara / Lexus ES / Toyota Windom / Toyota Avalon

Toyota Highlander був побудований на платформі автомобіля Toyota Camry, а так само на базі Lexus RX/Toyota Harrier. Автомобіль з несучим кузовом пропонувався на 5 місць (2001-2007) і на 7 місць (2004-2007). Базовий Highlander був з приводом передніх коліс, за доплату був доступний повний привід (50:50). На відміну від Toyota 4Runner та конкурентів, таких як Jeep Grand Cherokee, або Chevrolet TrailBlazer, Highlander призначений для комфортного проїзду на дорозі завдяки універсальній конструкції та незалежній задній підвісці.
Двигуни
2,4 л 2AZ-FE I4, 155 к.с. (119 кВт), 2001-2003
3,0 л 1MZ-FE V6, 220 к.с. (164 кВт), 2001-2003
3,3 л 3MZ-FE V6, 215 к.с. (172 кВт), 2004-2007

Toyota Highlander (2000-2008)
Toyota Highlander (2004-2008)

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