2016 Toyota Kluger GXL AWD Review | A Quiet, Capable, Family Shuttle
TOYOTA HAS A SALES SUCCESS AMONG FAMILY BUYERS WITH ITS BIG, IMPOSING KLUGER. Now into its third-generation, the 2016 Toyota Kluger is still among the best of the big family wagons.
Its appeal gets a boost with sharper pricing, a more assertive look, a new interior and greater refinement. The seven-seat soft roading SUV also boasts more technology, safety and equipment.
On the road it is comparatively car-like, with good manners thanks to its locally developed steering and suspension, yet still quite capable when it comes to light off-road duties.
It's a tad thirsty, but your family will enjoy the stretching room inside, the comfortable ride and good performance.
Vehicle Style: Large SUV
Price: $53,990 (plus on-road costs)
Engine/trans: 201kW/337Nm 3.5 litre V6 petrol 6sp automatic
Fuel Economy claimed: 10.6 l/100km | Tested: 14.8 l/100km
OVERVIEW
Toyota buyers are spoilt for choice when it comes to SUV’s, with a range starting with the RAV4 and all the way up to the flagship LandCruiser.
Sitting in the middle of the line-up is the Kluger, a family favorite and with a passenger-car on-road demeanor.