# The Toyota Kluger is a popular SUV nameplate in Australia.

*robotics · news · 2026-04-17 · 7NEWS Australia*

## Key points

- Toyota Australia has no current plans to launch the all-electric Kluger (Highlander EV) locally.
- The US Highlander EV and its Subaru Getaway counterpart will be exclusive to North America at launch.
- China will receive a next-generation Highlander with a range-extender EV powertrain via the GAC Toyota joint venture.
- The TNGA-K platform supports hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and EV powertrains, hinting at future flexibility.

**Companies:** Toyota
**Countries:** Australia, United States, China, Japan, South Korea

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