2020 Toyota Highlander | Refining The 3-Row SUV
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- The new 2020 Highlander doesn't change Toyota's winning formula of making a "right sized" three row alternative to big SUVs in America but it does add a welcome dollop of refinement. The new model has arguably one of the most premium interiors in the segment, a huge LCD entertainment system and a sleek new design. On the downside, it has become more expensive in the process.
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Kia telluride is better than this now
Why do manufacturers still mix LED and incandescent lights? Do they hate us?
I agree
ya, me to.and right now rebuilding an 08 solstice gxp and thinking about changing out headlights but very confused as to which ones.
I really don't mind. Saw replacement LED DRL on Mazda Cx-5 failing at just over 36k, and rear LED taillights on GMC Yukon. 1,200 each for the Mazda. Yukon requires an entirely new assembly. These lights can be a major headache & ticket. I like the look and safety, but if these lights fail were really going to pay. These aren't even luxury cars, and I can imagine how much this auto-leveling headlight will cost to replace. It's easy to pop in an incandecent.
@@mcalebeb sounds like you've just had bad luck. I'll gladly take that risk for LED. Those incandescent bulbs look dated as hell.
Toyota is a VERY conservative company and slow to adopt what the rest of the world is doing.
Kia Telluride and Hyundai Palisade for the win!! Try again next re-design cycle this SUV is bland, bloated and offers no compelling features to stand out from the pack other than looking like it was rear ended on both rear fender corners, disjointed overall design language” the interior is a mess too.
Beware the repairs and depreciation of those Koreans...
@@MrRdb1963 they don’t hold up inside
If the Palisade was made by Toyota I would go for it in a heartbeat....I just can't convince myself to break away from the reliability of Toyota
What reliability? Toyota comes with junk warranty of only 5 years. Hyundai-Kia comes with legendary 10 year 100,000 mile warranty. I would never buy a car that is not guaranteed to last 10 years. I don't buy junk.
Shawn Lee The difference with Toyota is that you wouldn’t even need to use the 100k warranty... these V6 Powertrains commonly last 300-400k miles with no major overhauls or replacement with just regular maintenance.
The 2020 Highlander is a very nice vehicle, but my money would still go to the Kia Telluride.
Choosing the Highlander V6 results in an ELEVEN mpg loss compared to the #Hybrid. That is a big PENALTY to pay over the typical 20 year lifespan of a Highlander. The Hybrid meets all the rational needs of a family with only a small reduction in 0-60 acceleration and towing capacity.
My wife has a 2015 Highlander Limited Platinum, and we really enjoy the hatch window opening. We use it a lot, especially where we suspect or there could be shifting of items in the back as we've had stuff fall out before. I also wish the tray was not separated off for the passenger. I also worry about cleanability with the perforated material on the dash tray. It wouldn't be a common issue, but just thinking of how it could go wrong. I do also wish the black plastic was matte and not that shiny plastic that shows prints/dust really easily. Other than that, I think it's a great update and the MPG improvements are stellar. Of course, you also get that Toyota reliability. The only issue we've had in 65,000 miles is warped front rotors (replaced under main warranty) and a driver door lock actuator failure. It honestly feels like it's practically new, and has held up really well. Not a squeak or rattle. This is our first Toyota, and I'm sold on the quality.
What the heck is that interior design? That is the ugliest in the segment.
You said the magic word for me Alex. REABILITY. That is what TMC is known for across their entire product line for many years. While their vehicles may not be perfect or the prettiest they are the ones for me. I will be buying a 2021 Highlander FWD soon primarily for this reason. Reliability also transforms into resale as well. Used Toyota products are perpetually in demand for this reason and hence the resale values typically are above the others. This translates into a lower cost to own. Do the math.
Not a good looking replacement. Looks bloated.
There must be something wrong with designers because it looks ugly but of course Toyota RAV4 looks even worse
Toyota needs to fire designers for allowing this. Especially after the telluride and palisade
So true! 😂
Toyota really needs to hire some good designers like Kia and Hyundai if they wanna stay competitive.
DT is that why the Highlander sells nearly double what KIA and Hyundai (combined) do?
This is a nice looking car. I think Toyota has been doing some nice designs lately. Not as nice as Hyundai and Kia but even as a huge Hyundai fan, I've been weary of them due to the engine recalls. Hopefully they've gotten it together and this decade coming proves better for them compared to the early 2010s. Their mid-2000s cars from 2003-2010 were almost up there with Toyota in reliability. I've always had good experiences with Hyundai. My 2010 Elantra and my old 03 Sonata are up to Toyota levels of reliability and they look a lot better than Toyota's offerings from the same period.
Hyundai/Kia lead designer came from Audi. 🙂
There’s so many more important qualities a Toyota offers over anything from Hyundai and Kia. Things like quality, reliability, and good resale value. There is much more to a vehicle than styling and cool interior features.
This highlander is inferior to palisade and Telluride. Palisade and Telluride are sold almost 15,000 units per month. More if Hyundai-Kia can make them faster. Hyundai-Kia is going to drive this inferior vehicle out of business. Just like kia soul drove scion xb out of business.
One other thing I really liked about Toyota’s was the cruise control nob... is way easier to use and find than the cars that have it on the steering wheel.
also it doesn't change over the time. Once you get used to it, you can find it the same in later model or even on the lexus
The separate glass opening hatch was a great feature and I think Toyota made a mistake removing it.
gooniesnever saydie save costs
Thats a common complaint. Hopefully as well as Toyota listens to its customer base there could be a return to that feature in 2021.
Johnny Sunrocket car companies will add it back in but then remove something else or add the costs onto the vehicle you’ll purchase. They can’t cut into their own bottom line
Would you rather have a separate rear glass or a faster opening lift gate? Because of the separate glass people have complained that the lift gate opened way too slow
@@naveenthemachine I'd rather have the separate opening glass. The speed of the lift gate is a minor issue.
10:00 - Surely that low ceiling in the lower trims is not the final design, right?
Man the Highlander is cozy inside for sure. I saw a 2019 Highlander next to a 2019 Pilot on the road yesterday. It’s amazing just how much taller the roof is on the Pilot than on the Highlander.
The Highlander is basically a bloated and lifted wagon posing as a crossover SUV. That shows in its overall size and overall interior dimensions. I think that despite its mainstream roots, the Highlander actually has a very specific set of customers. It’s for people who need something larger than a RAV4 but doesn’t need a behemoth and can live with the smaller 3rd row seats because they don’t really use them anyway. I personally don’t think crossover SUV’s should be much bigger than the Highlander because if you need something bigger you really aught to just get a minivan or Suburban as those vehicles are much better at performing large family duties.
Overall I like the Highlander. I always liked that Toyota keeps its size in check. I think it’s a good vehicle if you stay within the range of $35,000 - $43,000. Stray too far north though, and the competition gets fierce. And I’m sorry, a $50,000 Highlander simply cannot compete with a MDX or X5, or dare I say a Hyundai Palisade.
it's not posing as a crossover... It's NOT a crossover, no matter what anybody claims; it's a big SUV. I don't understand why people are using this term "crossover" for such a huge variety of vehicles these days. A Subaru Outback is more of a real "crossover". I have a hard time even seeing a RAV4 as a "crossover"; it's a smaller SUV, that's all.
i drive 2018 highlander. i cannot say this design is better than mine. why toyota don't change design in a good way ?
I agree with you 100% this is a butt ugly design but RAV4 even ten times worse
Alex: this will be available on December 18th
Me: *looks at date* nice.
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This car looks absolutely stunning, looks so futuristic. However I do understand why many people prefer the previous one more, it was a bit more rugged and aggressive
Kinda disappointed in the kinda new/ different highlander. I still think Telluride and Palisade are overall kings of this class
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The Subaru resemblance lies in the way the chrome bar is positioned high on the grille. Toyota does own a share in Subaru, so that could play a part. The interior looks good especially with that color scheme.
Same as Ascent made in Indiana
Yeah, this model DOES have a grill similar to the Subaru.
Grilled wolf for my dinner
It’s ugly
We have a Highlander from back when there were only two rows of seats, instead of three. We'd like the new Highlander because of its size but will pass because of the third row, which we'll never need -- extra weight and space taken up with that third row of seating. Too bad that Toyota doesn't offer a 2-row Highlander still -- would be perfect for many who want something a little larger than a RAV4. In fact, the third row of seating here is a joke, and with that tiny wide window, I'd be very claustrophobic. I guess it's ok for little kids, but that's the only real respectable use for it, and I'd think there are a lot of potential Highlander owners out there without little kids.
You are right hundred percent majority people don't even use 3rd row seat it should be optional not standard now they shove down people's throats useless 3rd row seat
Genetic transportation looking SUV at $50,000. It doesn't have any wow factor like Kia telluride or Hyundai Palisade.
I like the look of the previous model more than this one
I concur but the interior of this newer model is much nicer than the previous model.
I agree, cleaner simpler lines on the 19 model.
That front grill look more like Subaru for sure
Marco Cordero And the Subaru Ascent looks like a total garbage can so...
Funky, chaotic interior. Some may materials, textures and colors. I'd still prefer the Telluride.
This makes me hungry for a redesigned 4 Runner.
Don't do it. I have one, I am getting rid of it.
I would buy Palisade of this one for sure. Their quality is better now and standard warranty is better. Telluride would be option 2, then Atlas, then this one.
Don't forget hose three examples will require more time in the repair shop.
The Front end is NOT all new!! Go back to the 2014 model and you’ll see they have no design team! Why go back in time??
reliability reliability reliability.
there are tremendous hilly, winding roads just a quick ride north of san antonio...that is the beautiful Hill Country of west texas....exactly why i got the solstice to modify.
Sooo ugly Design.. not attractive design anymore what’s up Toyota what happened to your Designer Team?
I was saying same thing about Accord then I saw it in real life and it is stunning looking.
Acura may call themselves luxury, but this is so much more refined. Acura's feel cheap to me and are simply unreliable. They fall apart past 100k mi. Not built to last. Why does everyone ignore this? I worked on a 2017 TLX today with 60k mi and the transmission was already slipping. Very common from my experience
dent tech you have the zf 9 speed. That’s the problem with tour v6 TLX. Had you gotten the 4cyl and 8 speed DCT you’d be fine
100k? Low attention people don’t keep cars that long.
Toyota's make very good and reliable appliances. But they are so Fughly!! lately.
My sister-in-law bought a Highlander last year and the older design holds up well. Her husband said she had to have a V6 not a 4 banger. However he has ridden in and approves of my Turbo 4 2019 Mazda CX-5 Signature.
I do like the hybrid models and wish Mazda would get into hybrids. So far I'm sticking with Mazda as my favorite car brand.
Toyota nailed it.
Honda and Toyota styling is terrible. Honda being the worst with the Odyssey.
The pilot is ugly
Awful design. Toyota should better designer.
Base model is $35,720 with destination?!? I just bought a new 2019 CX-9 Grand Touring, a near top trim level, for $35,000. I know it's slightly unfair to compare to my $7,000 off MSRP deal, but it's a realistic comparison because Toyota dealers don't come off of MSRP much, if any, especially for recently redesigned models like this. And my CX-9 Grand Touring comes with features like a heads up display, 360 cam, cooled seats, heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, and 20 inch wheels, most of which can only be found in the Highlander Platinum trim which is near $50,000.
CX-9 is about to get a mid cycle refresh as it came out in 2016, you can buy a 2019 Highlander xle for under 35k. This is a new design for Highlander so there's no incentives.
In SoCal, my toyota dealership is selling 2019 Limited Highlander for $8k off MSRP.
It varies on the Toyota vehicle. Surprisingly my 2020 Camry v6 I bought we got like 6K off MSRP. After adding extra warranties and oil change it ended up being 3K off or so
Not really true I got 9k off of my 2019 highlander limited platinum fully loaded with no trade in. Great car by the way, for me I like most everything in it over the 2020 model except for no android auto and the lack of a selector switch for sports mode but I made due with my selector preset which is now only one press away from sport.
@@meteora767 I have both a 09 Lexus RX350 and a 2019 Highlander Limited Platinum and I will tell both are really reliable. Lexus is a Toyota and the luxury upgrade to the Highlander, both share certain parallels like their engine. Toyota mirrors their luxury Lexus brand to their Toyota brand vehicles most, not all, have a Toyota counterpart. My Lexus is at over 220,000 miles right now and the worst I had to do to it, other than normal maintenance, is a water pump.
I like all the standards safety features for no extra cost.
Except blind spot monitoring.
24:35 the base price is significantly higher than last year because it includes all of the standard safety features, the extra cost is there already built in
@@peachesandoreo I am aware of the price increased. But, it will cost more than this price if we want all of model's features on the previous models. Also, all the prices of the goods becomes more expensive than the previous years. How many groceries can you buy with $💯 in the past years and now?
I am sorry I need my rear opening glass guys, I am out and I almost bought this thing today. I am thinking about those rainy days and I do not want to keep opening the rear tailgate. I need to make sure that the vehicle I buy has that glass opening hatch or it is useless.
So Toyota is sticking to its fish mouth Grill. The winged logo chrome is good to look at, they need to change the grill to make it look even better.
Someone wanna explain why everyone hates the design of this car? I actually think it’s really clean and nice, just like the palisade and telluride. I will say thought, that the space is mediocre and the lights should be upgraded.
Palisade and telluride are way bigger than this...
This looks like 10 mins elder twin of rav 4
From a design perspective, this highlander is like a design student's term project: both exterior and interior are sloppy, lines don't lineup, symmetry off, or simply too busy and competing. It truly showed a lack of effort and deep consideration to the balance and aesthetic, and clearly the role of consumer advocate in this project is lacking. Look at the front end and hood, it's frowning, angry, sad, and gasping for air all at the same time. The interior door panel, rear exterior side panel, do you find yourself saying ahhh... nice curves, classic, luxurious, or perhaps muscular? Nope, the word you choose was "clean and nice". And you are absolutely correct, clean and nice was probably the best descriptive words, even Alex cannot muster better words in this video. Now Imagine being clean/nice is the major keywords to compete in this cut throat segment?! Average consumer won't pinpoint these lackluster design, or even notice the mismatch sun shade to window shape, awkward wheel bulge, busy hood line which dispates your sightlines instead of create a focal point, dash and center full of mismatch shapes, slope, recess ovals, half circle, square, rounded corner square, recess hole, protruding pieces, etc... what a mess of mismatched shapes and planes there. We consumers eyes does register these flaws, thus we Express it as not feeling it, ugly, don't look luxurious, etc. Etc.
This is not Toyota being conservative, this is a critical project done poorly, design wise.
Previous generation highlander was much more cohesive and better done.
David Chen hmm, interesting take. But I will say I still really like the design. Aside from the curve on the side, I think the car is cohesive and Lexus like. Personally it looks better than all the Lexus products.
Hate the swoop.
I like it too
Notice how Toyota is trying to improve the interior? It's because of Hyundai-Kia interiors. It's about time, Toyota.
Incandescent rear turn signal indicators!? I'm disappointed.
Alex you should cover the more fine detail. Example: the higher trims come with double pane driver and passenger glass, opposed to the lower trim highlanders. Also the auto leveling headlights etc
Another great Alex review!
Watch Alex's review on Kia Telluride and this review back to back, you'll notice quite different tone and mood, and the different keywords Alex repeats in each video, Alex is being kind to the Highlander here.
When i look at the back, it looks like a minivan!
Yes, it is a Minivan with more ground clearance.
!I'd get the much nicer Kia Telluride or Hyundai Palisade over this and they cost less than the Highlander
Blake Swan the cost will be even when you sell the vehicle.
100% subaru front end. was hoping they would use the rav 4/ lexus RX design language. Instead they went subaru and nissan for design.
Thank God they did *NOT* use the Lexus RX as a basis for this design. The new Lexus designs, especially that disgusting grille, are *HIDEOUS* with a capital H. Wouldn't touch them with a 10 foot pole. The new RAV4 on the other hand is gorgeous! That said, I love the truck-like, clean, conservative, elegant and classy styling of this Highlander. Yes, it does look a little Subaru-ish, and they could've done something to make it a bit more distinctive, but it does not bother me much.
my favorite thing about my highlander is the glass lifts up on the tailgate, its super convenient, waiting for the power tailgate to open and close is annoying - sucks Toyota got rid of it
Fried rice over rissoto anyday
From what I have seen over the years is that Toyota and Honda not only dominate the longevity and quality aspect, but command an overwhelming edge in trade in and outright resale value as well.
Checks most of the boxes. Toyota is going cheap with the lighting, incandescents everywhere.
I'm getting major Infiniti vibes from this one
2:15 I hate the side line on the doors
Eh... this is traditional Highlander signature move. Each generation had this pronounces fenders
@@theodorekell iI'm not pretty shure, because the prev gen don't shows the line with the same style like the new generation.
If you look the side from the prev gen, may realize wich it is more uniform style.
I'm not shure about the new design.
@@UleeV90 I am sure you are fully capable google images and see that design exactly the same with only small changes
@@UleeV90 stay with your crv then
They will lose sales because one of the best features that other manufacturers did not have is now gone!! The rear hatch separate opening glass! It will take a couple years, but I see it coming back!
Looks like a smaller version of the QX80 from the front.
I've noticed that the limited and platinum do not have the towing package available. I could not find any official information on why... I read somewhere that it might be related to the rear parking sensors.
Not having a tow hitch is a deal breaker for me and possibly many others.
There might be the option to get an aftermarket hitch, but these do not look as good and might mess up with the car's sensors.
1:50, Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) is NOT standard on the base trim.
Bottom line: get 2019 while you can!
Telluride all the way
This is Alex’ review, not yours.
@@mark_r49 I'm confused.. did I review something? Or you just being a jerk like the majority of the population?
surprisingly , it has vent in the 3rd row!! and it's competing its own company SUV line 4Runner lol
Door opening angle please
Toyota's formula:
Boring but reliable sells.
Is that a bad thing? That philosophy is why Toyota vehicles outsell everything luxury brands and Mazda sell put together
Alex this is the absolute top-end trim, minus the Hybrid Platinum.
Is that the Lexus waterfall grill on the front and the rear seems like a Lexus design cue ...
This is a minivan and NOT an suv ..
You haven't seen the Honda pilot haven't you
ugly car
Are you kidding me? No four-way lumbar?
Jeff Adams: I was thinking the same thing. There are countless drivers on our roads who have back problems, so why don't the manufacturers provide greater creature comfort instead of placing so much emphasis on navigation systems that are continually failing all across the board? We did very well before all these neo-tech devices were even invented. We are getting lazier with each passing year. Everything must be faster and more glitzy (is this a word?), so we end up spending a lot more money when repairs are required. Then there are the multitude of hybrid models to consider, which in most instances, cost far more out -the -door than gasoline operated vehicles and do not show a worthwhile financial return unless they are driven many years and/or countless miles to make up for the difference in price. There is far too much to consider today than in past years when most of life was a better time to live--in my humble opinion anyway. And lastly--I am a middle class man financially, and I can't envision spending $50,000 (not including sales tax and other often unnecessary upgrades dealers try to shove on us). Within 3-5 years, that same vehicle will be worth about half its original value. So why not buy a good quality used one that has outgrown all the "bugs" that most new vehicles give us?
If you’re not giving 4 way lumbar, at least offer a thigh cushion like the last gen or also, give the passenger seat more adjustability. The Camry for example
Typical boring Toyota. I'd never buy one.
kiwan82 doesn’t matter, because hundreds of thousands will.
@@ALMX5DP it doesn't change what i said.
kiwan82 I never said it would.
Telluride is way ahead of this Highlander big time!!!
Agree hundred percent
Who wore it better? Trapezoid or upside down trapezoid grill? Subaru or Toyota?
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it's your $$$
I'll still go with a Toyota
Couldn't you get a second bench in the top end (Platinum) in 2019? Panoramic moonroof could help middle seat head room.
The front end looks bad so I gave your video a thumbs down and you said it was nice
kevin q what’s worse. Highlander looks or the Palisade looks?
You are hundred percent all right this one butt-ugly vehicle
What is better for drive in usually environment: V6 or hybrid? (not MPG, sensations)
Noise, responce acceleration, smoothness....
V6
What’s the usual environment?
@@brodiwheeler7583 are you stupid?
No bueno
well,i think you just convinced me the acura cars are the ones to buy over these. i like the rear push so much more...and why i still would consider the base explorer these days.
You really need to look into reliability. I think you'll change your mind
@@denttech2515 are you suggesting the SH AWD is/has a reliability issue?
dent tech your implying that an Acura is not reliable. That’s a reach.
@@MrAntoniorey perhaps he was referring to the new explorer. it could be, dunno.
but still,the explorer is pretty reliable. and alex's remarks about the explorer being high priced...i immediately looked up online and found an endless list for under 30 K!
So not sure about all of this.
and very few reviewers really talk about the real MPGs of the Korean SUVs...they are really horrible.
It depends on what you're looking for
Wow, alex you completely nailed my favorite feature of the outgoing highlander (rear glass that opens). I was hoping that feature would carry over. Correct me if I'm wrong but the Highlander was the last vehicle with that feature.
They have to leave LED lights for the refresh. Thats wat I think
That move is so 2016
Exactly. That's a bullshit move. Nissan and many others are still guilty of it.
Is the turbocharged reliability STILL an issue, or do car reviewers simply keep say this every time automatically.
I have a 2010 3.5 ecoboost with 103K on it and NEVER have had an issue with this motor.
I have family member with the Ford F150 , same engine, well over 200K on it. Hard miles on the ranch as well.
so is this fair?
paul pellico It’s just something they say. It is another part that will fail at some point, but as you point out, it’s not likely to fail while you own it from new.
I'm shopping around to replace my '04 Highlander. Toss up between the Ascent and the Highlander.🤔
NoReally ComeOn The Highlander’s longevity, resale value, reliability and low cost of ownership are proven. The Ascent is a new model for Subaru with a new motor- unproven. Not to mention that there is no way that the transmission in the ascent will last as long as the Toyota. Plus the Turbo Motor in the Ascent will mean more repairs & maintenance in the long run. The only advantages that the Ascent has are maybe interior space & cupholders. Styling is of course subjective but I find the Ascent to be very boring and boxy with no personality. Good Luck with whatever you choose!
We still have a 2002 Highlander and we went with the Ascent. Drive both and pick the one that works best for you. We had to wait 2 years to get finally get Apple Carplay, but being taller, the loss of front legroom in this years model Highlander and the design of the front passenger seat just didn't work for us. We are far more comfortable in the Ascent.
@@wind7sailor What do you mean when you say the design of the front passenger seat just didn’t work for you?
@@Ryan2022 Being taller and moving the seat back in both, I have more leg room and the roof and door panel makes it easier getting in and out of the Ascent without hitting my head than the new Highlander.The Ascent works better for us.
@@wind7sailor gotcha. The ascent looks really nice.
When we replace our '11 CX-9, It will be a tough choice between the Highlander Hybrid or the RX 350. This is NICE.
Go for highlander if you are high
We have been waiting for you to do a video for the highlander. Great video but I did miss the demographic though. I guess it will be on the full review.
I have a MDX and 3rd row is kinda useless. Plus you lose a lot of cargo room. The touneau cover storage is GENIUS!!
I read an article about the MDX and found it requires premium fuel, which in most places costs a lot more than regular.
Roger Smoot I pump 91 here in California and it’s what’s recommended. My only gripe is the user interface is pretty dated and nothing makes sense on how it is laid out.
Crazy that in 2020 a Toyota looks cheaper than a KIA/Hyundai.
I really feel Toyota is on the early path of the doomed Cadillac road. Great brand/quality for decades but have gotten lazy and afraid of any real risks. Outside of the RAV4 this brand has no evolution going on.
That XT6 is a joke. Just had someone with a ct6 tell me they are a Cadillac driver...
I'm like did you look at the competition....
Front facade looks like a Subaru Forster to me... What is going on?? And third row is a joke? What the...
I miss your comparisons with other cars in the segment.
esmarcin They do those when they have the vehicles for a full week. This is just a preview.
Happy that so many people on here are Kia and Hyundai cheerleaders. I drove the Kia. It is definitely nice with a lot of features but you can tell where they had to cut corners and the worst part is the $5K markup on MSRP dealers are charging in many markets. If you think the Subaru Ascent is better than this, you have poor judgement. That CVT transmission has terrible reviews and the interior of even the top trim feels cheap. I was considering a new GX but the tech is too old and the MPG is horrendous.
I see the old Highlander prior 2016 model front design 🤔
That rear window wiper is almost as small as the headlight wipers Volvo's used to have. LOL
Kia Telluride is the easy winner here over the Toyota. Longer warranty and way better looking IMO.
Those rear seat headrests look like they don’t adjust and are way to aggressive, plus that center headliner dropping down in your sight lines looks terrible. Not to mention the back doors that look like they were hit with a few to many Botox injections. Boring.
i hate kia and hyundai garbage vehicles and dont get me started on the VW atlas riddled with TSB's and 2 class action lawsuits but toyota did not do enough to gain any new buyers. the new highlander might retain loyal toyota buyers only. they have 15-18% of the 3 row market and after this, I can only see them losing more market share. less equipped and higher priced than everyone.
mobgma for one vehicle to make up 15-18% of a segment is HUGE. I really doubt they’ll lose too much if any. Previous model became outdated but last year was its best selling year in the US. Toyota knows what it’s doing.
I love the soft suspension of Toyota SUVs. I much prefer it to the coupe suspensions on a lot SUVs out there. I can't believe Toyota put a prop rod for the hood.
We have had the 2021 Highlander Platinum for 4 days. I was surprised when it was delivered to our house that the hood had a prop rod but that’s Toyota for you they make fantastic vehicles overall but they do do things like that
Subaru Front end Hyundai rear end...
I can't see any Hyundai in the rear, it looks more Lexus like in the rear, similar to the Lexus NX
Hi,
I just bought a new 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE last night from Heritage Toyota Owings Mills in Garrison, MD. Although I did test drive it, including on the highway before purchasing, I never made it above 70 mph on the test drive. On my way home after the dealership closed, I was on the highway going over 70 mph and this hissing, whistling noise developed right from the driver's side window that was driving me crazy. It wouldn't happen if I was going below 55 and would happen intermittently when I was going between 55 and 70. I triple checked that all the windows were fully closed fully and opened and closed the doors to ensure they were completely shut but the hissing and whistling continued when I would hit 70. The only additional option I have on the car is all-weather mats, no door edge guards, and no crossbars or anything else. I love the car but hope this problem gets fixed ASAP or else it'll drive me insane. Put the volume on max, cuz the recording is from a cell phone. The TH-cam video link is below.
I already took it to one dealer who were able to reproduce the whistling sound but said there was nothing they could find wrong to fix to make it better. Any suggestions on what I can do because I don't think I can go on with this problem long term.
Thanks,
Anan
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Perfect example of Toyota’s philosophy of mediocrity. Use old ass parts to stay high in reliability, design vanilla and make interiors look like fisher price toys. Totally executed as expected. Take a look at brands like Mazda, Hyundai, Kia, even Ford is taking design and technology to the next level.
Three seatbelts in the third row doesn't mean three human beings can be crammed into it. At 27.7" of third row legroom, the Highlander has 2" less than the infamously cramped Mazda CX-9 and less than any other three row crossover.The three seatbelts are a cruel joke.
I enjoy watching your review very much. However don't understand why you are speaking quicker and quicker over the years. Pls look up how you spoke when you reviewed Volvo XC 60. Now your speed has almost become unbearable, not to mention missing content quite a lot.
i don't get how manufacturers calculate 16 cubic inches behind the 3rd row.. wen my elantra at 14.8 can fit 2 exlarge suitcases, 2 carry on and 2 back pack where 2 exlarge language would hit the ceiling of the Highlander behind 3rd row