THE Toyota Kluger received a mid-life update earlier this year, bringing a more powerful yet more efficient version of its 3.5-litre V6 petrol engine, further enhanced by the addition of an eight-speed automatic transmission borrowed from Lexus. Still no diesel, hybrid or downsized turbo-petrol in sight.
Most variants, including the top-spec Grande tested here, get more equipment to go with the mild styling refresh.
But prices have risen as well, meaning our all-wheel-drive flagship variant now weighs in at just under $70,000 before on-road costs – $10,000 higher than a Kia Sorento GT-Line, $6500 more than a Mazda CX-9 Azami and $3700 north of a Nissan Pathfinder TI AWD.
Is it worth it? Read on to find out.
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