@@drivingsports I kinda figured. Sad it's dead. But I have the 2.0 turbo and have seen as low as 6.26 stock. Mines lifted with a tent and awning and mts and camping gear and at a mile above sea level. Still quick but that 6.26 is a pipe dream for me lol
I've seen a good few of these Grand Highlander review videos, you're the only one I've seen so far that took it off-road. It's a very nice vehicle, top of my 'potential list'. Excellent review, thank you!
Please tell Toyota (and Lexus for the TX) that some people want to be able to option in a 2nd-row bench seat (5:48 and 7:11) so we can fit three people in the 2nd row, leaving all that cargo space you get with the third row folded flat. And no, I don't want the base XLE nor the next one up, I want that bench seat in the top trim! Why not for cyrin' out loud? It's a common mistake in the industry, but I'm begging Toyota/Lexus to be brave and fix the problem. Please!!!!
Can’t believe they made the highlander a lot larger and downsized the engine to a 4 cylinder. We bought the 2022 Highlander because it was the last year with the V6.
Best SUV/Truck content on the internet! Did they say they will have a TRD Pro/Off-road version? I am 100% buying one if so (whenever the second kid comes!)
@@americandude3825 We have a 23' Rav4 Prime XSE but need a 3rd-Row. Toyota CAN AND WILL do a PHEV for this I'm sure, and as Tesla owners and Rav4 Prime (Best Vehicle in the world) owners, I appreciate all electric driving on the daily miles. We drive more than most people (Tesla 4k/month visiting my business locations, Other car about 1,200/mth) so the PHEVs make sense for us (with tax credits). I wish they made this in PHEV, but we're changing to the CX-90 PHEV, which is disappointing after driving the RavPrime, but is nice and has a 3rd row that works. I was going to just update our Plaid S to an X because we love the Rav4 Prime so much, but financially my S has taken a hit with the Tesla price cuts so we'd lose almost a Rav4 on trade (about $30k). If you love the Rav4 like we do, this seems appealing. Especially if you're not power hungry like me and could take the more efficient Hybrid.
I just wish Toyota can figure out a way to fix the sequoia, it would be soooooo much more competitive if they could fold the third row. Yes the battery is underneath, but why could they not just put it under the second row seats? I get there’s a lot of foot traffic, but could they not just reinforce that part of the vehicle? I guarantee you if Ford or GM have a hybrid powertrain in their large three row SUV’s in the future they will be able to fold the third row down. And this is coming from a Toyota fanboy
hmmm perhaps now that the new land cruiser is probably coming to the US (based on the lexus gx aka land cruiser prado), and if they sell enough, they could go back and have an independent rear suspension just like the 2nd generation of the sequoia and fix the packaging of the 2nd row and farther
For the new generation of Sequoia, the real problem is the part-time 4WD, which does not fit the current road conditions. People use that dated machine in rare cases (off-road, e.g.), but they need a modern AWD setting all day long.
Hi thank you so much for this great review. Can you please compare the interior space of the sienna against this, especially the third row seats? I ordered a sienna 8 months ago and the delivery date is unknown. Really like this grand highlander but i need to carry adults (seniors) in the 3rd row so need to find out how it stacks up against the sienna 3rd row.
Every time I see that blank switch near the off road modes drives me crazy especially in a top of the line Hybrid max model. Lower trims has it as engine auto on/off for the traffic 😑
Toyota should launch it in India as well. N so should Lexus. I’d get a TX and get electric deployable side steps 😈. Nice fuel efficiency in hybrid and decent in off road.
Cubic feet? WTF. Why doesn’t any car reviewer say 60 inches in length and 48 inches in width so that any viewer understand? Another complaint I have about car reviewers is all the talk about gadgets. Your smartphone does everything you need. All I need in a car is ac/heater, am/fm radio; that’s it.
Toyota Grand highlander has hard plastics everywhere. And the third row seating isnt leather but plastic, unlike others in this class. He didnt say one negative thing about GH.... i wonder why. Just look at his cx90 review and youll see je lacks credibility
The GH Platinum Hybrid Max costs less than the CX-90 we tested and the GH has a superior powertrain with more power, better economy and the transmission doesn’t constantly thunk. The infotainment and AWD are also much better. If you still prefer the CX-90 above everything else on the market, that’s on you.
Is Grand Highlander designed for off-road? funny that I had my Acura MDX and I went off road (not really off-road, half asphalt half dirtroad with some bumps ,,) 6 months later found my Acura MDX shock/strut leaking!! Thank you for the test,,,it looks like 4WD works as designed/expectedly!
Hey Ryan, I want to give you constructive criticism. I've always loved your stellar camera work and commitment to showing off-roading capabilities for cars. I used to be a subscriber, and I do watch your content from time to time! Typically, when you go through the specs of a car, you're incorrect. In this video, you mentioned the hybrid is 2.3L, it's actually 2.5L which isn't bad. However, I recently rewatched a RAV4 video of yours and you've mentioned the gasoline version is a 3.5L, which is incorrect. As a viewer, I'd recommend to either have the specs in front of you, or just to skip over the specifications. I think your opinions on interior are great, but I'd skip over the technical aspects that don't bring value to your video when it's easily found on the internet.
@@josephs8364 Yes I completely understand what he was referring to. Everywhere you drive in Hawaii you see water close by, not in Kansas that’s for sure :)
8-speed is standard for the non-hybrid, ECVT for the hybrid and hybrid max gets the 6-speed. The difference may come down to what each transmission was developed for, or space/cost requirements.
@@Fabulousprofound168 This is the correct answer. "Packaging" a larger transmission in a mid-size hybrid setup was not feasible, according to Toyota engineering.
Ryan, Others may wish to max out on the Hybrid Max but the ordinary, 34 mpg Hybrid is more to my liking. Your video was so thorough I am left with just one question - what was the owner of the silver Pontiac Vibe 16:14 doing out in that field in the middle of nowhere? 🤔😂
I believe both have the same top speed of 112 mph. I’d rather have more mpg. You make better time on a trip with the 2.5 Hybrid even if it takes a few extra seconds to get to speed.
@@guerrierim15 I own one myself but I can assure you it has never been to Hawaii. As a matter of fact, since it was shipped up from California it has never left Canada. 😉
Your videos are great. Honestly, I love your channel 🤞 Am off to go see another video from DSTV 😏 🔥🔥💯 I'd love to see how this competes with the Telluride so much
I wonder if Toyota would consider making a TRD Highlander? My guess is no, as it's too close to the 4Runner. But the next gen 4Runner better have improved gas mileage when the larger Sequoia is already better in that regard. Perhaps it'll be the same engines as the new Tacoma (though I haven't seen mpg figures for that one yet).
If they made a TRD Rav4 and a Woodland lifted Sienna. It’s not out of the question for a TRD Highlander. Just needs a small lift, skid plates, different bumpers for more clearance.
Can't wait to see you do proper offroad test on the Grand Highlander. I remember how bad the old Dynamic Torque Control AWD compared to something like Honda i-VTM4. I don't see much tests on Torque Vectoring AWD system. Atleast from what I see its very basic and may be adequate because Toyota has 4WD vehicles when needed. But most don't understand that AWD is not equal to 4WD and don't really know about viscous coupling, electromagnetic clutches vs mechanical / solid connection, locking diffs, etc.. They will just take the Highlander on scenic places since Toyota say "Lets Go Places". So love to see you test the limits of this.
@DavidRC yeah, exactly this. I completely get the historic stigma on turbo motors, but Toyota/Lexus have been mass producing these small Turbo 4s and 6s for over a decade now... NO unusual failure rates. At some point you gotta stop saying the same crap
@vichetkim5533 you literally don't even know that this is true yet.. and you're saying it. The engine is literally smaller, it should take less consumables. 1st gen Priuses batteries were everyone's fear... they lasted for 15 years+ without issues. If this vehicle is in fact reliable, it should actually cost LESS to maintain over time. And you people are out here fear mongering before its even released
Having owned a Toyota Corolla, a Camry and currently an Avalon hybrid, I contacted my local Toyota dealer about purchasing a 2024 Grand Highlander Hybrid XLE. I was told they are taking orders (unknown delivery date) and their price is the MSRP plus a $10,000 "market adjustment." Needless to say, their pricing news quickly dampened my enthusiasm for the Grand Highlander and for Toyota.
I spoke with my local Toyota dealer and was told they are offering the Grand Highlander for MSRP plus a $10,000 market adjustment. Needless to say, that deflated my enthusiasm.
28:00 one of those soft buttons on the left side of the screen should be an option to have the camera automatically re-enable when you drop below a certain speed. Maybe they changed that with the new system but at least for the old system there was a button to do that.
"A bench seat is available in lower trims"....and that's why I bought an 8 seater Subaru Ascent instead of something else. Pretty much every SUV manufacturer makes families as large as mine have to choose a lower trim than I want because of seat options. Looks like a great Toyota, but it won't be one I own simply because of that reason.
@@jonkrispeterson6678 The 8 seat configuration is only available in bottom 2 trims. No 360 surround camera view, no all-time AWD, etc. Granted it's MPG and a larger vehicle, the toyota grand highlander starts at $2k more than I paid for a fully loaded Ascent Limited. I built out a Hybrid Limited version with 8 seat/bench with as many features to match my Ascent as were available and came to $56k MSRP. And I still don't get all-time AWD and a few other safety features. That said, it may be a good 2nd family vehicle for us since we are slowly building out our Ascent to be an offroad/overlanding vehicle. It has been extremely capable so far.
@@slandshark I have confirmed delivery in late august for my GH Limited Hybrid. 8 passenger, (bench seat). No surround view camera, but we have that in our RAV4 and rarely use it. Heated second row, AWD, Panoramic roof, panoramic rear view mirror, and about $1000 worth of misc I could do without. Price before the deliver fee is $56,200. You can’t order from Toyota anymore, you get what comes, and I got in line first for this one.
nice job...I'd like this kind of test on the GH with the AWD and just the gas engine, NO ELECTRONICS in the power train. I want to check out how that AWD handles off roads like this NOT what you tested the Trail sport on in AZ. Thanks
A great everyday family hauler. Currently leasing a 2022 Pilot exl awd, While I love how the pilot drives and the space... I am extremely disappointed at the interior build quality of my Honda Pilot. Rattles and creaks from the dashboard began a week after ownership and the service department says they dont want to risk further rattles by trying to fix the dashboard rattle. WTF...
Hi Ryan! I was wondering if you would consider doing a review of the new Subaru Ascent 23. I received my second generation Ascent in early October 22. And it will be very interesting for me to put it to the test with the familiar DUAL-X Mode. I look forward to every new episode.
I mean I just paid 62k for my Telly. Will probably switch to this in a year tho. 10s of millions of ppl make well over 6 figures in the US. Much more if both parents work as is almost always the case. If we as a couple make 250k this isn’t bad
@@josephs8364 I make $140k, but after taxes, that's not even $100k. So a $60k vehicle is over 60% of my annual income. Consumer marketing makes us believe this is fine, but it's a HUGE cost and HUGE hit to future net worth. If I invest $60k in real estate instead, I could double that twice in 10 years, and now have $240k. But in 10 years that $60k vehicle will be worth about $20k at best. So the opportunity cost of that vehicle is $220k in 10 years (and a hell of a lot more the further out you go). I dunno, I think of money different than most people do. When you start doing these comparisons, you really so how much a vehicle can set you back financially. Most people only look at the monthly payment.
Toyota is really satisfying the need of the people with this 3 row and they are gonna make more money on it other car brands are in serious trouble they got it so right no doubt
Great review…much anticipated vehicle since the launch announcement! It would be great to see a comparison with the Sienna…I will be cross shopping these vehicles in early 2024
Paddle shifters are necessary if you drive in interstate highway downhill or if you are towing. No need to drive a Porsche to justify the paddle shifters
Your Cherokee trailhawk time was almost 9 seconds. The v6 and turbo versions are mid 6. Was that supposed to say compass?
Probably had the 2.4l NA 4cl, it is a complete DOG of a motor. I believe it's called the tigershark
@@josephina24 they don't offer it in that engine anymore
Yup, that number was wrong. We had a 7.66 with the 2022 Grand Cherokee Trailhawk. Never tested the Cherokee.
@@drivingsports I kinda figured. Sad it's dead. But I have the 2.0 turbo and have seen as low as 6.26 stock. Mines lifted with a tent and awning and mts and camping gear and at a mile above sea level. Still quick but that 6.26 is a pipe dream for me lol
@@drivingsportsIs that 0-60 grand highlander time at 6k ft altitude ??
I've seen a good few of these Grand Highlander review videos, you're the only one I've seen so far that took it off-road. It's a very nice vehicle, top of my 'potential list'. Excellent review, thank you!
Please tell Toyota (and Lexus for the TX) that some people want to be able to option in a 2nd-row bench seat (5:48 and 7:11) so we can fit three people in the 2nd row, leaving all that cargo space you get with the third row folded flat. And no, I don't want the base XLE nor the next one up, I want that bench seat in the top trim! Why not for cyrin' out loud? It's a common mistake in the industry, but I'm begging Toyota/Lexus to be brave and fix the problem. Please!!!!
Just purchased one! Was waiting for this video 😂🎉
Can’t believe they made the highlander a lot larger and downsized the engine to a 4 cylinder. We bought the 2022 Highlander because it was the last year with the V6.
Best SUV/Truck content on the internet!
Did they say they will have a TRD Pro/Off-road version? I am 100% buying one if so (whenever the second kid comes!)
The black badge version of this is going to look bomb 🔥🔥🔥
My wife and I have a 21 Rav4 Hybrid XSE, this is something I think we will be taking a look at when it hits lots.
We have a 2022 rav4 XSE.
My wife just said the same thing haha.
@@americandude3825 We have a 23' Rav4 Prime XSE but need a 3rd-Row. Toyota CAN AND WILL do a PHEV for this I'm sure, and as Tesla owners and Rav4 Prime (Best Vehicle in the world) owners, I appreciate all electric driving on the daily miles. We drive more than most people (Tesla 4k/month visiting my business locations, Other car about 1,200/mth) so the PHEVs make sense for us (with tax credits). I wish they made this in PHEV, but we're changing to the CX-90 PHEV, which is disappointing after driving the RavPrime, but is nice and has a 3rd row that works. I was going to just update our Plaid S to an X because we love the Rav4 Prime so much, but financially my S has taken a hit with the Tesla price cuts so we'd lose almost a Rav4 on trade (about $30k).
If you love the Rav4 like we do, this seems appealing. Especially if you're not power hungry like me and could take the more efficient Hybrid.
@@carsbykev7037 well said.
I don’t need the extra power. Regular hybrid for me!
We have one too. I got the tires rotated a couple of days ago and the dealership has sent me multiple emails making an offer to buy it back from me.
@@LC.1990 don’t do it!
I have spent the last 3 days watching videos on the grand highlander. This is easily the best video.
Finally a functional 3rd row for Toyota beside a Sienna.
This Grand Highlander has the silhouette of the Land Cruiser.
Thought I was the only person who thought that.
Wish I could give you a second thumbs up for the Highlander reference.
They should include air suspension system to be able to raise at least 2to 4 inch more from the ground in order to get a good clearance .
another great vid. Lovely location! Nice SUV
Looks so good, wish Toyota update regular Highlander to same shape. Camera resolutions start looking better too, finally!
For car like that it really doing good job plus love you review 👌
I know you just mentioned this off hand, however I honestly never knew Jurassic Park was filmed in Hawaii. Really cool!
I totally agree. I fir one is driving a 2005 toyota sequioa. I love it, but if I am getting a new bigger vehicle I would get this instead.
Great Video! Hawaii...you have a tough job.
I just wish Toyota can figure out a way to fix the sequoia, it would be soooooo much more competitive if they could fold the third row. Yes the battery is underneath, but why could they not just put it under the second row seats? I get there’s a lot of foot traffic, but could they not just reinforce that part of the vehicle? I guarantee you if Ford or GM have a hybrid powertrain in their large three row SUV’s in the future they will be able to fold the third row down. And this is coming from a Toyota fanboy
hmmm perhaps now that the new land cruiser is probably coming to the US (based on the lexus gx aka land cruiser prado), and if they sell enough, they could go back and have an independent rear suspension just like the 2nd generation of the sequoia and fix the packaging of the 2nd row and farther
For the new generation of Sequoia, the real problem is the part-time 4WD, which does not fit the current road conditions. People use that dated machine in rare cases (off-road, e.g.), but they need a modern AWD setting all day long.
Great review!!
Hi thank you so much for this great review. Can you please compare the interior space of the sienna against this, especially the third row seats? I ordered a sienna 8 months ago and the delivery date is unknown. Really like this grand highlander but i need to carry adults (seniors) in the 3rd row so need to find out how it stacks up against the sienna 3rd row.
Cool, cool, cool.
Now, WHERE'S OUR LANDCRUISER???!!!
Very good reviews , made with profesionalism, and I want saying also that the t-shirts are very beauty, and the sweaters too.
Great video, phenomenal sponsor segway!
Great video! Wish you talked/showed a little more about the color since it’s new. Any metallic in the cloud burst paint???
Nicely done!!
After this video clip (review) issued, this Grand Highlander will be more hot and the waiting list would absolutely be longer.
Love the grand Highlander, and REALLY love the watch!!!,
Great video and review!
Great video up untill the end.. If you went up the rocks and tested it a bit more that would've sealed the deal for me.
The front end is too low to clear when it comes to driving thru mountains, which I’ve seen in other video.
Every time I see that blank switch near the off road modes drives me crazy especially in a top of the line Hybrid max model. Lower trims has it as engine auto on/off for the traffic 😑
Toyota should launch it in India as well. N so should Lexus. I’d get a TX and get electric deployable side steps 😈. Nice fuel efficiency in hybrid and decent in off road.
I wish I have this soon I really like it ❤
Looks like a Highlanded 4 runner.
It's a beautiful tho
Home run for Toyota.
Koreans are watching and 2025 Palaside will be more amazing for sure and less expensive
Any Prado or 4Runner updates that we can expect for 2024?
Why did they make the center console higher and wider?
Well done Toyota
Start of the video flashing strobe lights
Does 2023 hybrid highlander has this
Who knows...maybe a lift and all terain tires could make this a contender. But i wouldnt compare it to a Grand Cherokee of any trim lol.
2:40 the hybrid is a 2.5L not a 2.3
anyway beauty and reliable trucks,
This may well make the regular Highlander obsolete.
We just paid off our ‘20 Highlander, this looks tempting.
I just paid $51K cash on my wife’s Lexus NX350H last month. Should’ve wait and get this GH.
Cubic feet? WTF. Why doesn’t any car reviewer say 60 inches in length and 48 inches in width so that any viewer understand? Another complaint I have about car reviewers is all the talk about gadgets. Your smartphone does everything you need. All I need in a car is ac/heater, am/fm radio; that’s it.
Wish this had more tow.capacity. needs at least 6000 lbs
Toyota Grand highlander has hard plastics everywhere. And the third row seating isnt leather but plastic, unlike others in this class. He didnt say one negative thing about GH.... i wonder why. Just look at his cx90 review and youll see je lacks credibility
The GH Platinum Hybrid Max costs less than the CX-90 we tested and the GH has a superior powertrain with more power, better economy and the transmission doesn’t constantly thunk. The infotainment and AWD are also much better. If you still prefer the CX-90 above everything else on the market, that’s on you.
All the features looks like my 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L with a Toyota symbol instead
Base price needs to be a little lower I think
Is Grand Highlander designed for off-road? funny that I had my Acura MDX and I went off road (not really off-road, half asphalt half dirtroad with some bumps ,,) 6 months later found my Acura MDX shock/strut leaking!!
Thank you for the test,,,it looks like 4WD works as designed/expectedly!
Do a subaru Accent there!
Toyota Avanza (American edition)
I think some of that plastic, right below the steering wheel, is the same as in my 2001 Toyota corolla.
Finally a good suv they i can trade my 2021 subaru ascent. Waiting for it to show at the dealership. Hopefully they won't have a high mark-up
I can guarantee you $5K markup in the 1st year. After the hype, MSRP or less.
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Hey Ryan, I want to give you constructive criticism. I've always loved your stellar camera work and commitment to showing off-roading capabilities for cars. I used to be a subscriber, and I do watch your content from time to time!
Typically, when you go through the specs of a car, you're incorrect. In this video, you mentioned the hybrid is 2.3L, it's actually 2.5L which isn't bad. However, I recently rewatched a RAV4 video of yours and you've mentioned the gasoline version is a 3.5L, which is incorrect. As a viewer, I'd recommend to either have the specs in front of you, or just to skip over the specifications.
I think your opinions on interior are great, but I'd skip over the technical aspects that don't bring value to your video when it's easily found on the internet.
The only off-road these vehicles will see is the part of the grocery store that hasn't been paved.....
It looks like a Lexus☺
RAV4 pro ultra
Damn Hawaii looks like Kansas.
Been to Hawaii many time and Kansas a few times. Nothing alike. 😊
@@jml9550 in the part he was driving it it looked very similar
@@josephs8364 Yes I completely understand what he was referring to. Everywhere you drive in Hawaii you see water close by, not in Kansas that’s for sure :)
@@jml9550 true, I’m just talking about the grass and rolling hills
I'm also curious why they stuck a 6 speed in it and not an 8 speed like highlander does
8-speed is standard for the non-hybrid, ECVT for the hybrid and hybrid max gets the 6-speed. The difference may come down to what each transmission was developed for, or space/cost requirements.
In a different review they said the 8 speed will not fit in the engine bay with the hybrid max setup configuration
@@Fabulousprofound168 This is the correct answer. "Packaging" a larger transmission in a mid-size hybrid setup was not feasible, according to Toyota engineering.
Where’s the off-road?!
Sing me a song of lass that is gone. Say, would that lass drive…if she went to 2023 and needed room for 8 passengers.
I have to tell you, man.. This is one of your best videos. Excellent shots and great journalism, as always.. But this one went beyond 👍
Ryan, Others may wish to max out on the Hybrid Max but the ordinary, 34 mpg Hybrid is more to my liking. Your video was so thorough I am left with just one question - what was the owner of the silver Pontiac Vibe 16:14 doing out in that field in the middle of nowhere? 🤔😂
I believe both have the same top speed of 112 mph. I’d rather have more mpg. You make better time on a trip with the 2.5 Hybrid even if it takes a few extra seconds to get to speed.
Lol good eye!
@@guerrierim15 I own one myself but I can assure you it has never been to Hawaii. As a matter of fact, since it was shipped up from California it has never left Canada. 😉
The scenery in all your videos are so nice, I have to watch it on my TV!
I remember seeing this vehicle driving around the Toyota plant a few months ago covered up and was curious. Cool to see it finally!
Your videos are great.
Honestly, I love your channel 🤞
Am off to go see another video from DSTV 😏
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I'd love to see how this competes with the Telluride so much
Ahhhhh the Toyota Grand Highlander (or as I like to call it, the lifted Toyota Sienna without the sliding doors) is gonna be a huge seller imo!
Yep, exactly, hooded minivans - that's what they are 😁
Exactly it's a sienna and it's lame
You all sound like gossipy Karen's from Illinois.
Lol. Just went to lease our fourth sienna and came home with this since they had no siennas. Must say it’s a pretty awesome off-road sienna
I wonder if Toyota would consider making a TRD Highlander? My guess is no, as it's too close to the 4Runner. But the next gen 4Runner better have improved gas mileage when the larger Sequoia is already better in that regard. Perhaps it'll be the same engines as the new Tacoma (though I haven't seen mpg figures for that one yet).
If they made a TRD Rav4 and a Woodland lifted Sienna. It’s not out of the question for a TRD Highlander. Just needs a small lift, skid plates, different bumpers for more clearance.
Yes I would buy it
Can't wait to see you do proper offroad test on the Grand Highlander. I remember how bad the old Dynamic Torque Control AWD compared to something like Honda i-VTM4. I don't see much tests on Torque Vectoring AWD system. Atleast from what I see its very basic and may be adequate because Toyota has 4WD vehicles when needed. But most don't understand that AWD is not equal to 4WD and don't really know about viscous coupling, electromagnetic clutches vs mechanical / solid connection, locking diffs, etc.. They will just take the Highlander on scenic places since Toyota say "Lets Go Places". So love to see you test the limits of this.
8 inches of ground clearance, adult-friendly third row...impressive. Too bad they ditched their sweet V6.
@DavidRC for now, brand new.
@DavidRC yeah, exactly this. I completely get the historic stigma on turbo motors, but Toyota/Lexus have been mass producing these small Turbo 4s and 6s for over a decade now... NO unusual failure rates. At some point you gotta stop saying the same crap
I'd rather have the 30mpg.
I agree. Maintenance cost is less of a head ache on the tried and true V6 than 4 cylinders mated to a turbo and a hybrid battery setup.
@vichetkim5533 you literally don't even know that this is true yet.. and you're saying it.
The engine is literally smaller, it should take less consumables. 1st gen Priuses batteries were everyone's fear... they lasted for 15 years+ without issues.
If this vehicle is in fact reliable, it should actually cost LESS to maintain over time. And you people are out here fear mongering before its even released
This is the most perfectly thought out vehicle for the majority of today's buyers.
Having owned a Toyota Corolla, a Camry and currently an Avalon hybrid, I contacted my local Toyota dealer about purchasing a 2024 Grand Highlander Hybrid XLE. I was told they are taking orders (unknown delivery date) and their price is the MSRP plus a $10,000 "market adjustment." Needless to say, their pricing news quickly dampened my enthusiasm for the Grand Highlander and for Toyota.
That is too bad. I have a commitment from my local dealer for MSRP on a GH Hybrid.
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Thank you for showing the price first, saved me 30mins of my life 😂
I spoke with my local Toyota dealer and was told they are offering the Grand Highlander for MSRP plus a $10,000 market adjustment. Needless to say, that deflated my enthusiasm.
Dude, you have the best reviews now I think.
You are, so far, the only car channel to give the correct cargo space info in TH-cam. Amazing.
Bye bye palisade, telluride, cx90, and Honda pilot 😊😊
Use like button of this comment to admit that you've been waiting for an OFF-road review of such cars...
Goodbye to my crappy unreliable Atlas. Hello impressive reliable Grand Highlander!
28:00 one of those soft buttons on the left side of the screen should be an option to have the camera automatically re-enable when you drop below a certain speed. Maybe they changed that with the new system but at least for the old system there was a button to do that.
"A bench seat is available in lower trims"....and that's why I bought an 8 seater Subaru Ascent instead of something else. Pretty much every SUV manufacturer makes families as large as mine have to choose a lower trim than I want because of seat options. Looks like a great Toyota, but it won't be one I own simply because of that reason.
You can get a limited hybrid with the bench seat. About the only thing you sacrificed is ventilated 2 nd row.
@@jonkrispeterson6678 The 8 seat configuration is only available in bottom 2 trims. No 360 surround camera view, no all-time AWD, etc. Granted it's MPG and a larger vehicle, the toyota grand highlander starts at $2k more than I paid for a fully loaded Ascent Limited.
I built out a Hybrid Limited version with 8 seat/bench with as many features to match my Ascent as were available and came to $56k MSRP. And I still don't get all-time AWD and a few other safety features.
That said, it may be a good 2nd family vehicle for us since we are slowly building out our Ascent to be an offroad/overlanding vehicle. It has been extremely capable so far.
@@slandshark I have confirmed delivery in late august for my GH Limited Hybrid. 8 passenger, (bench seat). No surround view camera, but we have that in our RAV4 and rarely use it. Heated second row, AWD, Panoramic roof, panoramic rear view mirror, and about $1000 worth of misc I could do without. Price before the deliver fee is $56,200. You can’t order from Toyota anymore, you get what comes, and I got in line first for this one.
Can you please do a review of the gas-only version? I’m very interested to see how that AWD system performs.
nice job...I'd like this kind of test on the GH with the AWD and just the gas engine, NO ELECTRONICS in the power train. I want to check out how that AWD handles off roads like this NOT what you tested the Trail sport on in AZ. Thanks
This is not a car for off road, i wouldn't do that to the poor vehicle. It will do well on pavement
Love my V6 '09 highlander sport! But this one is super nice!
You've got the good "old" 2gfre
A great everyday family hauler. Currently leasing a 2022 Pilot exl awd, While I love how the pilot drives and the space... I am extremely disappointed at the interior build quality of my Honda Pilot. Rattles and creaks from the dashboard began a week after ownership and the service department says they dont want to risk further rattles by trying to fix the dashboard rattle. WTF...
Hi Ryan! I was wondering if you would consider doing a review of the new Subaru Ascent 23. I received my second generation Ascent in early October 22. And it will be very interesting for me to put it to the test with the familiar DUAL-X Mode. I look forward to every new episode.
60k 😐 dunno who can afford these cars now a days
Most people really can't, they just stay in debt. 😬
@@huntstyle 💯
I mean I just paid 62k for my Telly. Will probably switch to this in a year tho. 10s of millions of ppl make well over 6 figures in the US. Much more if both parents work as is almost always the case. If we as a couple make 250k this isn’t bad
@@josephs8364 not to mention everyone has the choice to get the base, same vehicle minus the extras for money you don't want to spend
@@josephs8364 I make $140k, but after taxes, that's not even $100k. So a $60k vehicle is over 60% of my annual income. Consumer marketing makes us believe this is fine, but it's a HUGE cost and HUGE hit to future net worth. If I invest $60k in real estate instead, I could double that twice in 10 years, and now have $240k. But in 10 years that $60k vehicle will be worth about $20k at best. So the opportunity cost of that vehicle is $220k in 10 years (and a hell of a lot more the further out you go). I dunno, I think of money different than most people do. When you start doing these comparisons, you really so how much a vehicle can set you back financially. Most people only look at the monthly payment.
Wow. I really like this vehicle. Now let’s see an off-road trim then I’m sold.
Toyota is really satisfying the need of the people with this 3 row and they are gonna make more money on it other car brands are in serious trouble they got it so right no doubt
Not the kia telluride or palisade
I had my eye on pilot and mdx but now highlander looks really attractive 🤔
Great review…much anticipated vehicle since the launch announcement! It would be great to see a comparison with the Sienna…I will be cross shopping these vehicles in early 2024
I have the new Sienna but might swap for this
Nickel battery will last longer than a lithium
This might eat into the Sienna space. A minivan-like spacious SUV with good mpg
Paddle shifters are necessary if you drive in interstate highway downhill or if you are towing. No need to drive a Porsche to justify the paddle shifters
I have a new Lexus NX hybrid. IMO the paddle shifter is useless.
Actually I like it, such a simple look. None of the extra bs.
I have to tell you, man.. This is one of your best videos.