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Toyota Kluger 2008
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| 2008/09 Kluger offers traction control, a multitude of airbags, ABS brakes and
stability control. If our sources are correct expect a little more space (roughly 3inches) both inside and wheel base. Engine 3456 cc DOHC 24 Valve fuel injected V6 bore x stroke 94 x 83 mm compression 10.8:1 And hurrah !!now available in 2WD and 4x4 models. And Mum will love the power lift gate (may not be available all models) keyless ignition and rear DVD system. Toyota another great product, Not exciting but practical . As these model are evolving curiosity makes me wonder where the Rav 4 will sit. And will the Hybrid Kluger model become available in Australia after 2008 ? refer alternativefuel4x4.com
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General consensus seems the Australian buying public have seen Toyota wave the ugly stick to this model and the rumor mill is alive with a similar fate to the new cruiser. That's something we will have to wait to see.
Australia will see little change in the 2009 Toyota Kluger, but for the USA the Kluger or Highlander will be replaced by the 2009 Toyota Venza.
The Hybrid will not be seen in Australia just yet.
Japan will cease the manufacture of the Kluger during 2010 as the next generation 4x4 develops.
The Right hand drive model will certainly cease its production in Osaka according to Toyota sources. In Australia Toyota
management have reported recently that they are looking seriously at a new line for manufacture in Australia.
The Kluger based on the same platform as the Camry will be the ideal choice and date the year 2012 is rumored to be the year that it may take effect.
Mr Yasuda head of Toyota Australia still is yet to get past the maybe stages of commitment but for Toyota Australia and its workers 2012 maybe will offer more production and job security with the bonus being a quality 4x4 vehicle being manufactured locally.
Toyota
Venza 2009
Hybrid USA Highlander
Power 201 kw @ 6200 rpm
torque 337 Nm @ 4700 rpm
acceleration 0-100 in 8 secs
Diff ratio 3.478:1
economy 11 ltrs/100 km
co2 emissions 259g/km euro1V
turning circle 11.8 mtr
kerb weight 1920-2020 kg
Angle degrees 29 (approach) 24 (departure) 17 breakover
towing 2000 kg braked 700 kg unbraked
Interesting to note a article in the Queensland Courier Mail ( 5/1/08 )claimed the Toyota Kluger 2008 to be heavy on fuel claiming the Kluger returned 13-14 lts /100km (That's almost a V8 petrol Toyota Landcruiser 200 series 14.5 l/per 100km ) on their tests.
Colin Just4x4sales
Thanks to edmunds.com for the inspiration
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