Recently, some netizens took photos of the road test of the new Toyota Highlander fuel version model. Judging from the photos of the new car exposed on the Internet, the quality of the pictures is not very high, but some important information can still be seen. For example, this is a new Highlander, and the rear of the car has the "D-4S T" logo, which means that the 2.0T pure fuel version of the fourth-generation Highlander is getting closer and closer to us. It is reported that the all-new Highlander's pure fuel version is expected to be listed within the year.
Speaking of Highlander, this car is a well-deserved evergreen tree in the 7-seat SUV market, and since the introduction of domestic localization, Highlander's sales and attention have never "cooled". This is not, last year, the new fourth-generation Highlander domestic version was officially listed, the new Highlander from the design to the three major parts, there have been innovative changes, especially the power of this piece, the whole series using 2.5L engine + motor hybrid combination, that is, we are familiar with the Toyota dual engine.
The new Highlander Dual Engine
Advantages and disadvantages of the new Highlander Dual Engine
Leaving aside the design, materials, and configuration, on the power side, I think there is still a "controversy" about the new Highlander. To put it bluntly, the double engine is very fragrant, but not everyone likes it. Take the previous test drive of the new Highlander, the advantages of this set of dual engine power are obvious, the start is light, the overall acceleration is smooth, the key is fuel saving, no matter how to open, 100 kilometers of fuel consumption up to 6, 7 liters. I remember that at that time, we also deliberately measured the fuel consumption of the new Highlander, and achieved a low fuel consumption of 5.4L per 100 kilometers.
For a family car, the power is smooth and fuel-efficient enough, which is already a 90-point achievement. However, it does not mean that this power system does not have shortcomings, specifically, it may be because the power comes too smoothly, so that this car is a bit boring to drive, you say it is like a pure tram? The key is that the engine is not small, you say that the acceleration is strong? It's a little less absolutely powerful. Take the previous 2.0T power, at least on the highway, it will have more advantages. On the other hand, the new Highlander dual engine is in the highland area, and it is difficult to play the performance it deserves. Therefore, in certain cases, the 2.0T fuel version of the model will have different performances in the experience.
Finally, it should be pointed out in particular that for some consumers, hybrid models will be "unconscious" compared to fuel versions, such as battery life, replacement costs, and the retention rate of dual-engine models. Speaking of this, some friends may propose that the old Highlander sold now does not have a 2.0T version?
The old Highlander 2.0T
Yes, you can still buy the 2.0T Highlander now, but that is the old model, from the design to the materials and driving control, not as good as the fourth generation model (at least personally). For example, the fourth-generation Highlander under the TNGA architecture, I think the improvement in handling is obvious, such as the feel of the steering, and the texture of the chassis. Therefore, if only the old Highlander is equipped with a 2.0T power, it will be a bit out of step with the times.
Ah Chuan commented on the car
From what we have learned so far, the launch of the fourth-generation Highlander 2.0T fuel version is eight or nine inseparable. Now the most critical thing is the price, the 2.0T model will inevitably be cheaper than the dual engine model, the starting price of the dual engine version is 268,800, and the starting price of the old Highlander 2.0T model is 258,800, so how much is the price of the new Highlander 2.0T appropriate?