Lu Fang is a part-time four-wheel drive.
Before February 7, 2021, FAW Toyota's "Crown·Lufang" patent application in China was exposed. Its shape is similar to the overseas new Highlander XSE version (can be regarded as the Highlander sports version) While remaining consistent, the LOGO on the front face of the new car has been changed to a shield shape, which further confirms that the car will use the crown logo.
In terms of power, both new cars will be equipped with a 2.5L high-power version of the hybrid system. The overall power performance exceeds the hybrid system used in the RAV4 and the 2.0T engine of the current Highlander.
In terms of appearance, the new model in the patent picture basically maintains the appearance of the new Highlander sports model in North America. It uses a large-sized air intake grille and uses honeycomb decoration inside to create a distinctive look of the vehicle. Sporty atmosphere; the front apron adopts a large-mouth design, which enhances the visual tension of the vehicle. With the "fangs" decoration on both sides, the visual effect is more sporty.
On the side of the car body, from the patent drawing, the lines of this new car are more stretched and slender than the current Highlander. The prominent wheel eyebrows at the front and rear add a sense of strength and cleverly reduce the bloat of the entire body. The design of the rear of the car follows the trend of the times. The slender taillights and the layered rear surround highlight the sporty positioning of the new car.
In terms of power, according to the power of the overseas version, the FAW Toyota "Highlander" model will be equipped with a 2.5L hybrid system, and the transmission will be matched with an E-CVT gearbox. In addition, it is not ruled out that the new car will be equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine. Judging from the known information, the new car will be officially launched in September 2021.