Explore the 2026 Toyota Harrier hybrid launch in Malaysia: price near 2 billion VND, 216 hp powertrain, premium tech, and safety suite. Find out more now!
Toyota Malaysia has officially unveiled the 2026 Toyota Harrier – known as the Venza in the United States – as a 2.5‑litre hybrid SUV. Priced from 289,000 Malaysian ringgit (about 1.9 billion VND), the model comes with a five‑year unlimited‑kilometre warranty and an eight‑year hybrid‑system guarantee covering the battery, inverter and energy‑management ECU.
Price, Warranty and Availability
- Starting price: RM 289,000 (≈ 1.9 bn VND)
- 5‑year unlimited‑kilometre warranty
- 8‑year hybrid component warranty (battery, inverter, ECU)
- Only hybrid 2.5 version offered in Malaysia, replacing the discontinued 2.0‑litre model
Powertrain and Performance
The Harrier 2.5 Hybrid pairs Toyota’s proven A25A‑FXS 2.5 L gasoline engine – 175 hp and 221 Nm of torque – with an electric motor delivering 118 hp and 202 Nm. The combined output reaches 216 hp, sent to the front wheels, and the official fuel consumption is 4.7 L/100 km, matching the powertrain found in the latest Camry.
Chassis and Exterior
The suspension retains the classic MacPherson struts up front and a dual‑link setup at the rear, wrapped in 18‑inch alloy wheels with 225/60 tyres – the same fitment as the former 2.0 Luxury trim.
Exterior highlights include:
- Bi‑LED projector headlights with automatic low‑beam function
- LED daytime running lights and LED fog lights
- LED taillights with integrated turn‑signal arrows
- Electrically folding side mirrors with built‑in turn‑signal indicators
- Hands‑free power tailgate and full‑glass panoramic roof
Interior Technology
Inside, the Harrier adopts a premium cabin layout:
- 8‑inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto (smaller than the market norm)
- 12.3‑inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.5‑inch head‑up display
- Six‑speaker audio system
- Leather‑upholstered seats – 12‑way electrically adjustable driver seat with memory, 4‑way adjustable passenger seat
- Both front seats feature ventilation, heating and Qi wireless charging
- USB‑C charging ports throughout the cabin
Safety and Driver‑Assist Suite
The Harrier 2.5 HEV is equipped with Toyota Safety Sense, offering:
- Pre‑collision system with pedestrian detection
- Lane departure alert and lane‑keeping assist
- Adaptive cruise control with traffic‑jam assistance
- Adaptive headlights and traffic sign recognition
- Blind‑spot monitor, rear cross‑traffic alert, parking brake assist
- 360‑degree surround‑view camera
- Seven airbags, ISOFIX anchors and reinforced body structure
With its blend of efficient hybrid power, upscale design and a comprehensive safety package, the 2026 Toyota Harrier aims to set a new benchmark in the midsize luxury SUV segment.
