What is it?
The fourth-generation Kluger (XU70) was facelifted for MY25 with sharper styling, dual 12.3-inch displays and Toyota's latest Connected Services suite. In Australia it is hybrid-only, with a 2.5-litre petrol-electric system producing 184 kW combined.
The lineup runs from GX Hybrid 2WD at $61,460 plus on-roads, through to Grande Hybrid AWD at $78,710 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
Genuine 7-seat practicality with a 5.6 L/100 km hybrid claim and 10-year hybrid battery cover. Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 and 5-star ANCAP across the range.
No diesel and no PHEV option in Australia. CVT can drone under heavy load, and third-row legroom is tighter than Palisade or CX-90.
Should you buy the Kluger?
Reasons to buy
- Genuine 7-seat practicality with a 5.6 L/100 km hybrid claim and 10-year hybrid battery cover. Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 and 5-star ANCAP across the range.
- Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km. Hybrid battery: up to 10 years with on-schedule servicing.
- 5-star ANCAP (2021), full driver-assist suite.
- 552 L (3rd row down) boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
- Braked towing rated at 2,000 kg.
Reasons to wait
- No diesel and no PHEV option in Australia. CVT can drone under heavy load, and third-row legroom is tighter than Palisade or CX-90.
- You want a PHEV (Kia Sorento PHEV, Mazda CX-90 PHEV), a more spacious third row (Hyundai Palisade, Mazda CX-90), or a 7-year warranty (Kia Sorento).
- Grande at $78,710 plus on-roads sits in Sorento PHEV and CX-90 PHEV territory. Cross-shop if plug-in capability matters.
- Top trim climbs to $78,710 plus on-roads.
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