2017 Toyota Highlander | CarGurus Test Drive Review

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    Toyota’s Highlander has increased its sales every year for nearly a decade, and for 2017 it gets an updated V6 engine, some updated styling, a new “sport” SE trim, and the Safety Sense system standard. The updated engine is the 3.5-liter V6 that’s been powering everything from the GS 350 to the Sienna, but this year output increases by 25 hp and 15 lb-ft. To make sure that extra power won’t hurt too much at the pump, Toyota borrowed the Lexus RX 350’s 8-speed automatic.
    The SE’s retuned suspension goes a long way toward controlling the body roll and wallow of a large SUV, but no one will confuse the Highlander with a true off-road machine. There’s no low-range gear or locking differential, but with 8 inches of clearance including impressive approach and departure angles given the new grille and hill-descent control and hold, the Highlander can handle moderate off-road excursions such as lawn parking or accessing some less-accommodating camping sites for family adventures. Read the full review on CarGurus: cargur.us/gZKcw
    Presenter: Michael Perkins
    Cinematographer: Carl Nenzen Loven
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  • @TS2507
    @TS2507 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love the redesign Grill!!!

  • @samwh4775
    @samwh4775 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The owners of the 2015-2016 highlanders that say that the 2017 slower they are right, is because the 8 speed auto, it has more gears than the 2016 with the 6 speed auto, but the 6 speed auto shift gears quicker than the 8 speed and is also smother, the 8 speed there is a lot of times that get lazy with the gears, that’s why

  • @dcpc08161992
    @dcpc08161992 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What is with Toyota with the Apple Play? They just are not willing to include that feature into their infotainment system...which is annoying.

  • @edwardjackson3952
    @edwardjackson3952 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just love the way he assesses cars I don't watch him on every car

  • @tgriebe
    @tgriebe 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Performance issues were in pre-February 2017 production. TSB is available for a re-flash for those affected vehicles.

  • @StingRaeTheSingingSiren
    @StingRaeTheSingingSiren 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Trying to decide on whether we should go with the 2016 XLE or 2017. Anyone care to share some personal experience and opinions?
    Also, does anyone know if it’s possible to have the Apple CarPlay system installed? We already looked into the price of having it done, just need to know if it’s possible.

  • @sumayarashid9437
    @sumayarashid9437 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    NICE

  • @harveysarmiento2319
    @harveysarmiento2319 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    awesome review 🍻

    • @MikeDPerkins
      @MikeDPerkins 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      welive& learn Danke!

  • @b.f.378
    @b.f.378 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When I first saw the 2017 Highlander, I thought the front end was hideous... But one day I saw a new one with a black grille & LED day time running lights (the SE trim) & it actually looked nice... So now the Highlander doesn't look too bad to me

    • @MikeDPerkins
      @MikeDPerkins 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The black grille completely transforms the look. In SE, this thing looks slick, and I can't believe I'm saying that about a Highlander.

    • @b.f.378
      @b.f.378 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Michael Perkins lol exactly... The SE trim makes the Highlander look nice... I don't really care for the other trims with their front end

  • @cromeo21
    @cromeo21 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for the video after watching it I decided to go and buy myself a 2017 Honda Pilot Elite. Yes it's a little more for a Honda Elite. But way more options. This video was my desition point.

    • @MikeDPerkins
      @MikeDPerkins 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Roman Chumakov Glad it helped! Enjoy!

    • @Josh-179
      @Josh-179 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Shouldn't you have taken a look at the Highlander Limited Platinum? Sounds like you went for the Pilot because it had "way more options". The Highlander in this video is mid-level. The Platinum Highlander has everything the Pilot Elite has.

    • @cromeo21
      @cromeo21 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Honda Pilot Elite has more cargo and passengers space.

    • @Josh-179
      @Josh-179 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      If that's what you need then cool. Your post made it sound like you were comparing features among uneven trims.

  • @TruthHasSpoken
    @TruthHasSpoken 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A review.
    A+ ... if you would have talk to the sound level of the car.

    • @MikeDPerkins
      @MikeDPerkins 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      TruthHasSpoken Oh, it's quiet.

    • @TruthHasSpoken
      @TruthHasSpoken 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Grade changed to A+
      Nice job!

  • @sumayarashid9437
    @sumayarashid9437 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice

  • @StuLevitan
    @StuLevitan 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like when he took both hands off the wheel to gesture.

  • @clint7312
    @clint7312 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Like the looks of it with the black grill

  • @DVAMEKAGK
    @DVAMEKAGK 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m actually really sad that I have to sell my black 2001 Toyota Highlander for a new one. But Simone could use it because they do not die.

  • @91saleen30
    @91saleen30 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Apple CarPlay is a feature I wish it really had.

  • @christhecarguyking6903
    @christhecarguyking6903 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow! Nice. The Highlander has come a loooong way, baby! Not as clunky looking as when it first came out and it has some size now.

  • @ianalexander2017
    @ianalexander2017 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    looks good

  • @baldheadlogic
    @baldheadlogic 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great Review MP. I agree that they need to add carplay.

  • @rosemaryhall5811
    @rosemaryhall5811 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Dig your T- Shirt!

  • @almason253
    @almason253 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    No Android Auto and still plagued by that stupid 8 speed transmission. Hyundai's got it right! Really respect their "If it ain't broke" approach. That's why they're in the top three JD Power 's Initial Quality Study award.

  • @edysinsimon8646
    @edysinsimon8646 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This highlander needs to keep up with the players in it's class! Add L.E.D.s add apple/android, like everyone else Toyota. Oh..that auto stop/start? Better have a "turn off" switch!

    • @MikeDPerkins
      @MikeDPerkins 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Edysin Simon Damn right!

  • @BTC909
    @BTC909 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The "clock" is an annoying Toyota tradition.

  • @JeffBlondeau
    @JeffBlondeau 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can't hate Stop/Start systems enough. Awful.

  • @djo9277
    @djo9277 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    quite the snooze review

    • @MikeDPerkins
      @MikeDPerkins 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Shall I add more burnouts next time? Couple explosions? I could rig fireworks to the bumpers?

    • @djo9277
      @djo9277 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      would not help

    • @MikeDPerkins
      @MikeDPerkins 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      David O Any suggestions? Dancing girls? Animal fights?

    • @djo9277
      @djo9277 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      how about not being so sensitive to comments?? Jeesh!

    • @MikeDPerkins
      @MikeDPerkins 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      David O Just having some fun, man.

  • @MikeDPerkins
    @MikeDPerkins 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Follow me on IG for upcoming cars and extra footage - mikedperkins

    • @sdstang01
      @sdstang01 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Michael Perkins 😍😍😍

  • @irrelevantindividual1973
    @irrelevantindividual1973 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    When I see people sitting this way in the seat, holding the hand on top of the wheel makes me sick. I'll have to click on another video at 02:33.

    • @MikeDPerkins
      @MikeDPerkins 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Kju Njels Seems an absurd reason to stop watching a review, but you do you.

    • @irrelevantindividual1973
      @irrelevantindividual1973 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It all depends how much you don't like fake people and the ones who are trying to show off, instead of being natural and informative.

    • @MikeDPerkins
      @MikeDPerkins 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kju Njels And here I was SURE I was a real, live boy only to find out I was fake the whole time!

    • @irrelevantindividual1973
      @irrelevantindividual1973 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh man, I had no idea I need to simplify things for you so much. I give up.