Toyota Highlander Refreshed Version In Moscow

August 27th, 2010 - 7:36 pm ICT by GD  

By Ranjan Bhaduri
toyota-highlander-2010-fqAug 27, (THAINDIAN NEWS) Toyota Motors the Japanese carmaker is all set to unveil a number of new models in the international market and it is also planning to unveil the revamped versions of its popular existing models in near future. That explains why the company showcased a new version of its popular model Outlander at the Moscow International Auto Show in recent times. The revamped model at the Toyota both of the auto show hogged plenty of attention from the media as well as attendees. The revamp is not massive one and some critics have preferred to use the word facelift instead of a revamp. The exterior changes are indeed minor and the performance gain is not very much as well. However, even with the minor changes the new Outlander looks seriously impressive and looks better than its predecessor.

The new model has got better headlamps, a new hood, grille and fascia. The car’s taillight also sports a new design and bumper. The engine in the model has also been beefed up and it comes with a beefy 3.5l petrol V6 engine fitted with dual Variable Valve Timing. It is an auto transmission engine that delivers a power of 273 hp. A hybrid version of the model will also be launched as Toyota is now giving more focus on its hybrid range.

Toyota however has not revealed the actual cost of the 2011 Outlander yet. However, the consumers in Russia and Ukraine will be able to buy the single engine version only. The car has got god initial reviews from the critics and is likely to sell well.

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