The Toyota Highlander, a mid-size crossover with three rows, is one of the most versatile vehicles. It's a well-balanced vehicle that offers comfort, handling and convenience. It also offers some of the best value in its class. Since its inception, it has received numerous awards. The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada voted it the best SUV. It has also won the top safety pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The Highlander offers a variety of safety features, such as a rear cross traffic alert, blind spot monitoring, a lane departure warning system, and a pre-collision system. It is equipped with eight airbags and stability control.
Five different models are available for Highlander. The standard model has a 295 horsepower V6 engine. The Limited model comes with automatic high beams, dynamic cruise control and woodgrain accents. It also has a 12.3-inch central touchscreen. The Limited also features standard second-row captains' chairs. It is a great vehicle for families looking to carry cargo.
All-wheel drive is possible on the Highlander. You can also choose the front-wheel drive V6 model. It is rated at 19 mpg highway. It can also haul 5,000 pounds. Its hybrid engine of 243 horses can tow 3,500 lbs. The Hybrid model requires 6.7 liters to travel 100 kilometers. It can also shut down your engine if you are idling. Its fuel economy reflects the new five-cycle testing process, which is more accurate than the previous two-cycle system.
In terms of safety, the Highlander is rated five stars for overall safety by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. It was also awarded four stars in the frontal crash testing and five stars in the side crash tests. In addition, it received a Superior rating for the vehicle-to-pedestrian crash prevention system. The Hybrid model was awarded four stars in the moderate-overlap frontal offset test and five stars in the small-overlap offset test.
The Highlander comes standard with an Entune Audio System, which has a 6-speaker audio system and supports MP3/WMA. It also includes a Bluetooth microphone, which broadcasts a voice to rear passengers. Entune includes three 12-volt auxiliary energy outlets. You can also control the climate and audio through physical controls. The Highlander has stability control, antilock brakes, brake assist, and traction control.
Toyota Highlander can be used by families. With the standard bench seat in second row, there is enough room for seven and enough cargo space for eight. The three-across seating makes it easy to use and allows for plenty of legroom at the rear. For more comfort, the bench seat can recline. It also comes with a fold-down, rear headrest. The Highlander's third row has enough space for five adults. It can carry 83.7 cubic feet of cargo.
Toyota Highlander boasts an efficiency rating 13.0 city/11.6 highway. It has 17.9 gallons of fuel tank.