3 key aspects to know about the Toyota Highlander
Midsize SUVs are eternally in high demand among buyers who want a combination of classic SUV elements like road presence and dominance and car-like urban mobility and ease of use in their vehicles. If there is a vehicle that perfectly marries the two sensibilities, it is Toyota’s Highlander, an SUV that has been among the carmaker’s bestsellers for years. The newest Highlander lives up to its predecessors’ high standards. Here are some details about it: Engine and performance The Highlander has a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox. This engine produces 265 hp and is powerful enough to haul the car off the line at a more-than-decent pace. The Highlander hits 0 to 60 mph in a respectable 7.2 seconds. The Hybrid variant of the Toyota Highlander comes with a combination of a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and two electric motors. Together, the three powertrains produce 243 hp. The Hybrid’s performance is slightly lower than the earlier variant as it hits the 0 to 60 mph mark in 7.3 seconds. Essentially, the Highlander is more of a long-distance cruiser than a rocket ship. The vehicle’s handling is stable, while its ride is supple enough to make long highway drives enjoyable for families.
