2024 Toyota Grand Highlander | CAR MOM TOUR
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 มิ.ย. 2024
- Today I am so excited because we are touring THE 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander!
I have been waiting months to get my hands on this car in a way where I could drive it for a week as a mom of three to see how it would function for a family like mine! Let’s dive in to the very anticipated, very impressive Toyota Grand Highlander!
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01:51 Exterior
03:23 Interior
06:37 Second Row
11:52 Trunk
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Dad here. The car seat review bits are pure gold. Thank you.
Family of 4, we just switched from a Honda CRV to the Grand Highlander Hybrid XLE. Averaging 33 miles per gallon and loving all the extra room! Tons of safety features and the massive sunroof is joyous. MPG, Toyota brand, technology and capacity were our major deciding factors over the Palisade.
How is it for acceleration around town? Getting on/off the freeway?
@@danehenderson5480We test drove a regular Highlander hybrid and it was pretty zippy (not on the highway but on the highway access road). The GH is heavier so not sure how much that would affect that. We owned a camry hybrid for 10 years and it had plenty of power so Toyota does a good job with it. But keep in mind a 4cyl hybrid engine is never going to be as great as a solid 6cyl gas engine for the feel. It’s just a preference if you like zippy vs strong (if that makes sense) Edited to say we currently own a palisade and thinking of replacing it with a GH hybrid
How much does it cost in total? I’m thinking of upgrading my cr-v as well
@@tuyenhoang5546 It depends on the trim. You can get a GH hybrid XLE for about $47k. If you move up to the limited it’s $53-$56k and the max is over $60k
How did you fit 4 kids without a tether anchor? It’s stumping me on where to put my kids. No idea why Toyota designed it this way. Such a lack of insight on their part.
You should also review the Lexus TX
Looks like a Lexus TX, right!?
@@clarissaharger2462they are built on the same platform. The TX will be a more luxurious version of the Grand Highlander.
it is not available yet in the canadian market
I just bought the Grand Highlander Hybrid AWD and I love it!!
I have a grand highlander limited with a bench seat, and I fit three across. One forward facing, one rear facing, and one backless booster.😁
THIS VS 2024 TRAVERSE..... the TRAVERSE WINS!!!! just saw both videos... THE BEST REVIEWS ON TH-cam BY FAR!!!
Well this sealed my decision on a Kia Telluride!! My husband is 6'3" and 90% of the time NOT driving so now I know I don't want this car!
Love your videos! So stinking helpful!
the grand highlander is no doubt a great car, but due to dealership outrageous mark-up fees, i didn't even think twice to walk away when i seen the price tag at the dealership. seen the platinum at 53k online, and the price tag was 63k at the dealership...10k mark-up!!! no way
$7k markup in FL...no way!. Driving 6 hrs to p/u my GH in AL next week..no markup. If you're flexible...
@michelledill7121 wow, great way to stick to your guns and get a GH at MSRP
Good for you! I never pay sticker price.
I'm SOOOOO excited you could do this car review, I've been waiting!!
Been waiting for this review for so long! Thank you! We can’t look at or drive any in my area without ordering so I really rely on your reviews! I’d love to see you compare it directly with the Pilot side by side. It would also be nice to see you in a lower trim gas model!
I drove and sat in both a 2024 Honda Pilot and the 2024 Grand Highlander. We chose the GH b/c the Pilot dogged when trying to accelerate onto the freeway (accidently squealed tires accelerating in the GH w turbo). The Honda Pilot 3rd row is claustrophobic with the window layout. The GH 3rd row has a clear full window. I was able to snag a bench 2nd row so we chose the GH. Oh, and the Pilot was about $10k more.
I'm so glad you were able to review this vehicle! I can't wait for you to get your hands on the '24 Traverse to compare it to whenever they start production. Thank you so much for your reviews!!
I would love to see a comparison of the Grand Highlander with the Subaru Ascent! They seem very similar and I’d love to see which you prefer and why.
Love that you were able to do this for us! I would love to see it compared to the Telliride and the Pilot!
This is the video we’ve been waiting for- thank you! We have a telluride and loved your comparison to that… have you had luck seeing an EV9? Would love to see that compared against this. We love everything about the Telly except the fuel economy which is why the EV9 makes an interesting comp to the GH!
Thanks for the great review! Would love to see comparison video on the VW Atlas, specifically hearing your thoughts on driving dynamics & Drive train, infotainment/climate control User friendliness, ease of third row access & cargo space.
Love to see your opinion on this SUV. Had a 22’ highlander and traded up to a 23’ sienna and thought I’d be missing out on the GH. The space and automatic doors are life changing with a 1, 2, &6yo. Embracing my minivan mom era, never say never 😆.
I feel you! The Highlander was my dream mom car, until I saw my then 8 year old with knees to her chest because the third row was so small. Jumped right to that Sienna, and the functionality can't be beat! Mama of a 1, 2, & 10 yo.
Eww minivans
@@bigk0101ew hating on someone's car pick
Vans will always be superior and it just takes true humility to do admit it. Unless you tow, the mini van wins in every way but style
@@bigk0101 Grand Highlander has the same bulbous dimensions as a van, but much less interior utility, more expensive, limited towing, and very little offroad ability- which is the only reason 3rd row crossovers/SUVs would be a legitimate choice. Vans are just honest with no overpriced pretensions.
The regular Highlander is perfect size for smaller families as it provides extra space over compact SUVs, but still easy to park and can tow. Grand Highlander is straight up for people who don’t want a minivan, but need minivan size.
It isn't really minivan size though on the inside. Something like a Kia Carnival has almost double the cargo space behind the third row and it is well down on maximum cargo space on everything but the Sienna with its non removable middle row. A Honda Odyssey can fit almost 50 cubic feet more behind the first row than a Grand Highlander can.
We traded in our 23 highlander for the GH! The GH is easier for me to park, go figure.
It’s smaller than a minivan, but I agree. It’s for people who just cannot do a minivan. My guess is the Sienna is cheaper and more functional for a family. If you want minivan size, you gotta bite the bullet and get a minivan. Face it, no one thinks you’re cool driving a crossover with child seats either.
@@almassengaleI think the rear seats are supposed to be nicer than most minivans
@@eedre4864even if I can take the bullet, the current wait time for a sienna is over a year…crazy
love the videos. thank you for improving your audio with a better mic.
Great video Kelly! I’m with you on the tether situation. Like, why not have another tether anchor installed?? So strange.
I wish the car was just a tad bit longer for better leg space because the trunk is a great size without it being in the full size category!
We got one last month and to have heated/ventilated seats in all 4 chair's, and full glass roof....SOLD. Those 2 features are better than all other competitors
Palisade has those same features for the seats. The roof is a little weird tho. You’ll either love it or hate it.
Hi Kelly! Love your videos. I currently drive an Accord and want a compact AWD. Would you be able to review something like the Subaru Crosstrek?
Hi! Thanks for the detailed review and unique family perspective. Including child seats makes you special amongst car reviewers. Appreciate it! :-) You were stoked by the new 2024 Traverse interiors. Which one would you prefer in terms of passenger comfort and space? Even aesthetics? Looking forward to a full comparison once Traverse 2024 is out as well. Thank you!
Great review! Can you please compare it to the pathfinder ? And I’m curious about the Lexus Tx vs Infiniti qx60
I have been waiting for this review! I'm between the highlander hybrid, Grand highlander hybrid and the Mazda CX90 PHEV. All hard to get with a bench.
Thank you so much! Can you please compare the Grand Highlander to the Honda Pilot? The back doors don’t open very wide. Did that bother you getting car seats and various items in and out? Can the second row control their own climate? Because that was nice about the Odyssey. I currently have an Odyssey that got rear-ended. I’m so hung up on the convenience of a van but want a cooler car, now, lol. I’ll miss the option of adding a middle seat in the second row.
Appreciated seeing a visual of trunk space with stroller.
Curious about 23 Honda pilot comparison.
Does not compare... I have a pilot, and I looooooove the storage space!!
@@purlinhow does it not compare? They are both about the same size
@D0NTsmokeCRACK honda pilot has alot more leg room in third roll and there is an under compartment in the trunk, which is very roomy, I carry a double stroller and still have my trunk at my disposal, something I wouldn't be able to have in a highlander.
They need a bench second row option in top trims, preferably with a removable middle seat like in the Odyssey. Captains chairs don't work well for my three kid family during those times when we need to maximize cargo space and sometimes we take lots of kids with us and an extra seat might be the difference behind having to take another car.
By the way, it’s a 2024 not a 2023 as the title shows. I do like that you showed differences of seat back vs forward and explained what 2nd row space would be in other vehicles because comparing cubic feet only is hard to tell. However, what made us decide on the grand (picking up tomorrow by the way) goes more than simple space or knees. You can’t neglect when buying a car the reliability Toyota (and Honda for that matter) offer, resale value is much stronger with Toyotas compared to Kia and Hyundai, the years and years and perfecting their hybrid systems. Those points brought us to Toyota grand highlander. Sure a sweet looking inside of a Kia telluride or Hyundai does look better, I’ll be honest. But for price and other factors I mentioned it’s hard to simply ignore. But she is right in that it really just depends on what you are looking for that fits for you. Hybrid (not hybrid max) we are choosing supposedly goes 36 mpg in city, we’ll test it when we get it and show a video of 3 car seats we need to fit. But that’s about $800-900 a year saving on gas.
I’d love to see the what extras were added and how much over MsRP was paid for at the end of it all… That’s what’s keeping me from considering Toyotas/Hondas… Here in Middle-TN they’re screwing buyers big time!!! 😓😓😓💔💔💔
would love to see your video! come back and post a link please :)
Any thoughts on the suede seats? That is holding me back from the Max. Worried they won’t clean up well with kiddos. Feel like that was a miss.
Great video. I agreed bench seat would be better. Can you compare to Honda pilot ? Thanks.
Thank you for this video! Does the Grand Highlander have a car seat friendly tilt to get into the third row? I wasn’t clear on that.
Would be great to see a side-by-side comparison to VW Atlas - at first glance it is undefeated.
Hi Kelly! We have one question as we think about getting a new car for our growing family (currently 2 littles but hoping for another!). How did you help your oldest buckle in the backseat with the RF car seats in the second row? Thank you!
I've been waiting for this!!!!!
I would love to see you compare this SUV to the Volkswagen Atlas SEL or RLine. I like your metrics in comparison plus your height is perfect for me and a few in my family members. We're looking for a 3rd row SUV it's very hard to find this Toyota Grand Highlander but I did find the VW Atlas SEL I was throughly surprised by the 3rd row comfort especially with the seat all the way back. However the seat didn't move forward as much as that Highlander if memory is correct. That's my wish comparison thanks for a thorough review video. 😊
Can you compare to the pilot and the ascent? Thank you!
Just bought an XLE in Stormcloud yesterday with a bench in the second row!
Love the front end when I seen it at the auto show it looked beautiful
This is my new car -same color, but I have the bench seat. You can comfortably sit three adults on the bench seat. I carpool my son and his high school basketball teammates and we've had 6 kids in the rear seats comfortably. My 6'1, 15 year old can sit comfortably in the third row. I moved to this from my well loved Toyota Sienna Minivan. I love the room in the Grand Highlander. I love the extra charging ports, safety features. It's fun to drive for shuttling our kids to and from practices and games as well as to and from work.
Would love to see review of the newer sienna vans. Do you plan to do one?
Would like to see the comparison between the grand Highlander hybrid max and the 2024 traverse
The cubby in the rear doors is a French fry holder! 😂😂
Great idea! I was confused how "best in class" then became "strange". I think it's going to be awesome!
G morning between palisade , telluride and grand highlander which one is the best for family ?
Was going back and forth between this and a Tahoe. So glad I went with the Tahoe. I have 14 month old twins and another in a booster. This would have been too small.
Japan has nothing to compete with the Tahoe.
We’ll be in a similar situation with twins on the way. Tahoe still good?
Kid you not, were going to Toyota today to hopefully decide between this and the Sienna and I've been looking for info on this Grand Highlander and you gave me what I needed ty!!
Same! Our sienna is on its way and now we are thinking this instead. I don’t like the less space but ground clearance is a huge issue for us. We have 4 kids, 3 car seats!
Could you also please review and compare the Mazda CX-90?
Great Review! Can you compare it to the Subaru Ascent ?
That is so weird about the 3rd row tether anchor lack…or else I love your perspectives thanks Kelly!
You mentioned you have 3 kids but I saw only 2 car seats. I’m sorry if I missed it but are only 2 of yours in car seats? We have 3 kids in car seats (2 front and 1 rear for a bit longer).
Could you review for Jeep Grand Cherokee L V6 in top trim?
I wonder how it competes with others in design and performance
You mentioned 2023-4 Pilot and made it sound like it was larger than the Grand Highlander - I don't think that's the case, although when I sat in the driver's seat and adjusted it comfortably for me in both vehicles and then sat behind myself in the 2nd row, I had *more* legroom in the Pilot. Which surprised me. I think I need to go back and try that again. Maybe Pilot simply apportioned more 1st and 2nd row legroom than did GH, hence why GH has more cargo space behind the 3rd row?
Wait what? You don’t think the Pilot is bigger than the GH yet you literally confirm that when you sat on both?!? There’s many cars that are big but don’t make good use of the space. Looks like that’s the case here too.
Literally looks like an oversized Rav-4 lol
Did it not have digital rearview mirror(camera)?
You can review the refresh vw atlas
Luv it and the color 👍
Love your reviews. Please compare to the Toyota Sienna.
I Have the 2023 Chevy Traverse. Love the room for the kids. Hate the slow 6 speed engine. Would be excellent to compare these two. Looking to purchase.❤😊
Hey Kelly, thank you for the great video. If possible and since you are taking requests. I would like to see a comparison of this SUV with a VW ATLAS. I only have one kid so space for a car seat is not a problem but every time I travel try to take the family with us (Grandparents) therefore I am always looking for the most usable space without having to step up to a full size SUV.
Thank you so much in advanced.
Our family jusr traded in out Pallisade for a GH, and I have to say the space is much more in the GH and better used IMO, we have the Platinum Hybrid Max, with all the gizmos and gadgets and we are very happy with it, We looked at CX-90's and they drove nice and had a really good interior but it felt smaller on the inside when compared to the GH
Thank you for your comment! I’m waiting for a GH Hybrid Max platinum to be available in my area but with the dealer markup I was wondering if I should consider a Telluride or CX-90. I’m just afraid to gamble with the reliability of the different auto makers.
@@Kirrichan Mazda has been pretty reliable Albright the CX-90 is all new for them so it’s gonna take some time to work out the kinks imo, but they shouldn’t be that bad. Space wise, the telluride is slightly bigger on the inside due to its more boxy design but they both trail the GH
What year palisade? We were thinking about trading in our 2022 for a Highlander max limited
If there's no tether anchors and it's forward facing carseat you can just use the seat belt. I feel the seats more secure from sliding around.
When is Toyota coming out with the Grand Highlander Pro Max. I have been waiting for the Platinum Grand Highlander Hybrid Pro Max since they showed the car.
Please can anyone get me the information. Thank you.
Are the headrests in the second and third row removable?
Can you compare to 2024 Nissan pathfinder?
I would to see the comparison to telluride and palisade please !!!!
I would love to see it compared to either the telluride or palisade if possible
Also, know quite q few folks contemplating this with a sienna (know its apples and oranges), would be fabulous if we could also see a comparision between these two people movers from toyota
Dying to see a comparision between grand highlander and a sienna as well!!! Especially for family of 5!
do you mean grand highlander is not for a family of 5?@@jws2027
@@jws2027 If you talking about connivence and comfort, you cannot beat minivan. the sliding door and space / Room of Sienna way better than the grand highlander. However, if you weight slightly more power / acceleration or just don't like minivans, then you have no choice but to get the grand highlander. TL;DR being - if you don't know which one to choose, go Sienna.
The third row anchor situation is bad. I want to fit 2 forward facing car seats in the third row. That's why I'm really looking forward to the Lexus TX which has a 2-passenger third row with lower and tether anchors on both sides. When is the Lexus TX review coming?
Can you do a video on the new Mazda, CX 90 and compare it to the Toyota Grand Highlander
I would love to know the differences between the grand highlander and the Toyota Sienna! Struggling to figure out why this minivan/SUV hybrid was made and what it's advantages are over the Sienna's. Seems to me like a worse sienna...
Would LOVE to see it compared to the pilot!
Stop spreading misinformation and do research before claiming it's smaller than competition. Third row rear legroom
Toyota Grand Highlander: 33.5 in
Honda Pilot: 32.5 in
Subaru Ascent: 31.7 in
Kia Telluride: 31.4 in
Hyundai Palisade: 31.4 in
I would request comparing this with the 2024 traverse.
I’m deciding between this and the sequoia. The price difference is insane! Would love to know comparisons there.
She did a sequoia on IG and the trunk space is NOT there. Sequoia is more Heavy Duty/towing vehicle vs. family around town vehicle.
however both can tow.
Love this . If you can will you do the Lexus tx
I was a little bummed out a month ago when I was unable to get a Grand Highlander. The dealers had a ridiculous market adjustment of $7.5k. We ended up buying a CX-90 instead. It’s grown on me so much now and having watched this review just confirms we picked correctly.
Wow! I'm surprised to hear they marked it up that much. The Grand highlander hybrid is a little easier to get than the highlander hybrid and our dealerships refuse to go above MSRP here. I also ended up placing an order for the CX90 PHEV.
Good choice mazda cx90, the only downside is the 3rd row seating still same as cx90, if only mazda could do a solution for every vehicle for the passenger space,,,but i don’t care anyways i owned a mazda cx3 and thinking how many times to trade it to a spacious car or suv but it is hard for me to do it,, im inlove with my cx3 too much, everytime i did test drove other cars and compare everything, still mazda is the great one for me🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🤗😁
Loved our mazda 6 and CX-5 but the cx90's lack of 3rd row space was a dealbreaker for me. Chose the GH.@@almericswitzercalonge5961
Great video! How does this compared to a Palisade？😊
Can you do a tilt of 2nd row with a infant seat base installed?
No they don't have car seat tilt. Saw it last weekend
Compare to Honda pilot new and old??
Compare it to the similar trim Sienna features, functionality, price.
Dear Kelly, please compare this vehicle to the VW Atlas. Thank you and keep up the great work.
When are you reviewing the Lexus TX good comparison
The dilemma I have is that I want a heads up display but I want a bench seat, but the heads up is only in platinum and you can’t get a bench. Like why? Why is a heads up display not in all cars? I have one in my 2019 XLE Camry.. I’m hoping they improve some of these things for 2025 or 2026… as of now my husband really wants a sequoia but I want the fuel economy, cargo space and cheaper price point..
That tilt & slide is not the same as some vehicles tilt & slide. You couldn't have a carseat installed in that seat & access the 3rd row then? Other than entering second row (navigating around a FF carseat) and going between the captains chairs. That's a bummer. I really like the tilt&slide where the carseat can remain installed like in the Lexus TX & Atlas
Thanks for posting this. My pacifica was totalled and Im wanting to go back to an SUV. Been trying to decide between this and the Traverse and Ive got 2 kids in boosters and 1 FF. I have to decide this weekend.
If you have to decide by this weekend, the odds are probably going to end up with a traverse because of Grand Highlander availability. If you don't have to choose that soon, wait for the new Traverse and Acadia that will be out early 2024
I wish I could wait that long for the new traverse or acadia. I still dont have a car, today we are sharing... there are a few GH around here, just an hour drive away. Hoping to get something today or tomorrow.
Interested in Grand Highlander vs 2023/2024 Honda Pilot
I have a 15 y/o and a 7 y/o who are both tall for their age, will this work for road trips and hauling kids to games?
I'd like to see it compared to the new Honda Pilot! A side by side would be good!
I have a Grand Highlander Limited and I LOVE it! So roomy, smooth ride, luxurious, and lots of tech that makes for comfortable travel. I would never buy anything but a Toyota!
so happy you love your grand highlander!!!
How is the access to the third row and buckling in a child into a forward facing car seat if you have a rear facing and forward facing in the second row? Can you get back there and help to strap in okay?
Get a bench 2nd row that fits 2 slim seats (passenger side and middle)...slide the 2nd row seat behind the driver up to assist 3rd row passenger.
Can you PLEASE compare this to a Dodge Durango 2018 & newer! 🙏🏽 pleaseeeee
HI Kelly, how can I connect with you in negotiating a 2023 Toyota Highlander Platinum for the right price and not get raked over the coals? I'm in SC
Would love to see it compared to the 2024 VW Atlas SEL.
Eager to see comparison between this and Kia Carnival!
Would love to see it compared to the 2023 Ford Explorer (7 seater)!
Could you compare it to the 2023 Honda Pilot. I am interested if they are the same size. Thank you for your honest review for moms. I would be very upset if I purchased this SUV and could not put 4 car seats in it if needed.
Once in a booster seat, you don't need a tether, right. How fast you planning on having 4? lol
I worry about the leg room with forward facing car seats, it just looks dangerous to be that close to the seat in front of it in a crash.
Please do the 2024 Grand Cherokee L
Test drove the 8 seater xle and all 6 rear seats have a tether anchor
Traverse/Enclave/redesigned 2024 Acadia, Atlas, and Grand Highlander are all the same size 96-98 cubic feet with all seats down. Pilot, Telluride/Pallisade, Explorer, and Grand Cherokee L are 10-12 cubic feet smaller. There’s no comparison. Of the big boys, Grand Highlander and Atlas have the best packaging and materials. The Pilot and GC L are nice too. The rest are pretty cheaply put together especially the Korean twins. The materials don’t feel great at all.
I ve been waiting for months for you to review this vehicle
Same. I said I was not buying this suv until I had the Car_Mom review and opinion of it first! ❤️🤣
Please compare it to Honda Pilot 2024