Should You Buy a 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid? [ Full Review and Road Trip! ]

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If you know me, you know that I’m a huge fan of the cars from the '80s and '90s. However, my constantly broken old vehicles aren't exactly practical for hauling around my family. So today we’re going to review the new 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, one of the most fuel efficient three-row SUVs you can buy. Toyota let me borrow this Highlander Hybrid for a week, so I conducted an in-depth evaluation and took it on a road trip with my family. This gas saving SUV carried us to Red Rock Canyon State Park in Southern California, where the landscape looked eerily like the surface of Mars! Join us on our adventure and find out if this 3-row hybrid SUV is any good!
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Table of contents:
0:00 Intro
1:21 Fuel Economy
2:45 Design
4:04 Highlander History
5:04 Engine
5:29 Interior - 2nd Row
6:17 Interior - 3rd Row
7:21 Cargo
7:40 Interior - Front
9:34 Infotainment
10:28 Driving Impressions
14:08 Freeway Driving
14:53 Safety
15:40 Red Rock Canyon
16:55 Price
17:28 Verdict
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Music used in this episode:
- Selected tracks by Kia Orion ( • Video )
- "Reflect" by Ikson
- "Winner Winner" and "Quirky Dog" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
- "Beat of Today" by 1000 Names
- "Rio" by 1000 Names
- Selected tracks from the RU-vid music library

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@HelloRoad 3 года назад

What do you think? What 3-row SUV would you go with? And where would you take it on a road trip? For those that like my '80s/'90s car videos, don't worry, more are coming! When a manufacturer allows me to test one of their new cars I simply can't pass up the opportunity. If you like my '80s/'90s videos, there will be a new one soon! Thanks for your support. :)

@rightlanehog3151 3 года назад

You will save a fortune in gas if they keep sending you Hybrids like this to test.

@alexzhang565 3 года назад

I might choose brand new Lexus RX model if I have sufficient money to buy in 2024😂😂

@birdslovers9434 3 года назад

I bought today and it’s amazing 🥳

@alexzhang565 3 года назад

@@birdslovers9434 congratulations, mate

@stevedemoss1891 3 года назад

I purchased a 2021 Highlander Hybrid AWD in Platinum trim a couple of months ago and I’m very happy with it so far. I’m averaging 35.4 mpg on my current tank of regular unleaded, and it’s a comfortable and quiet ride with all of the tech I need. For those who are concerned about reliability, Toyota covers the hybrid system for 8 years/100,000 miles and the hybrid battery for 10 years/150,000 miles. That’s good enough for me.

@hamzahhamed6464 3 года назад

Do you experience wind noise from the front windows when driving on the freeway at a 60+ mile speed ?

@stevedemoss1891 3 года назад

@@hamzahhamed6464 I haven’t experienced any wind noise at highway speeds. I was worried about wind noise after reading some forum posts, but that hasn’t been an issue with my vehicle.

@kenlewphoto 3 года назад

I bought the same trim as yours and I love the car, but are you getting gas tank issues? So far, I haven’t been able to get passed 31 mpg and I can only fill up my gas tank to 14 gallons but it’s rated at 17.9 gallons. I’ve filled it up about 6 times now and it never gets passed 14 gallons. As for the mpg, do you drive only on flatland? I live around hills.

@stevedemoss1891 3 года назад

@@kenlewphoto, I have experienced the same thing with the fuel tank capacity on my vehicle. However, I don’t consider it an issue. My family and I just returned from a long trip, and there’s no way that we would have been able to drive 600 miles without stopping for a bathroom/food break. So I’m not bothered by the tank capacity. We drove through West Virginia and Virginia, and on the Interstate I averaged around 32 MPG at speeds between 75 and 80 MPH. Hills definitely affect mileage, but I’m still quite happy.

@jstersmithson 3 года назад

The only thing I don't like is they used a CVT transmission instead of the 8 speed I know they did it for fuel economy but I don't even think it makes much of a difference

@jameshowe5182 2 года назад

I bought a new one this past December. 14 thousand miles and not a hint of a problem. Overall mpg is 37.4 average. Better than they said. Window sticker said 35. No regrets. We love it.

@thebluexb 3 года назад

The answer is yes. You should buy a 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

@Faisal-sf1gh 2 года назад

The answer is no you should wait for the redesign

@georgeghil7957 3 года назад

Thank You so much for excellent review.

@jozecuervo 2 года назад

Super thorough, thank you. Subscribed!

@mikegaravani7309 3 года назад

Your videos are very high effort and high quality and I love em, keep it up!

@HelloRoad 3 года назад

Thank you very much!! :) :)

@tomatosnaps6250 2 года назад

I own the lxe hybrid awd and have not been disappointed. Getting 37-38 mpg. Great ride!

@theraddadinvestor1000 2 года назад

Great video, thanks!

@RetroCarsForever 3 года назад

If you ignore aesthetics and the way that cars feel, and just look at the spec sheet, it's mind blowing how capable this car is. 35 mpg in a huge family car that's still plenty quick, with all that tech, is nothing to sneeze at. Also I LOVE that this comes from the factory with a tough rubberized coating in the back, even back of the rear seats! Why dont all SUVs have that??

@StevenD215 2 года назад

Oh that rubberized coating in the trunk is included? I thought that was the cargo liner accessory! That's great, money saved!

@toronado455 2 года назад

@@StevenD215 You are correct, it's an extra cost accessory.

@tonywellington7854 3 года назад

your reviews are the best on youtube

@HelloRoad 3 года назад

Thanks so much for the kind words :) :)

@KevinMoore5q 2 года назад

Thanks, Nice review I really like the look of the new Highlander. I just purchased a 2021 RAV4 XLE Hybrid, I traded my 2018 RAV4 XLE non Hybrid. At first I wasn’t sure if it was a good decision. After a month I love it very smooth driving amazing gas mileage 45+ per gal and 600+ miles per tank.

@atlantisrose6790 3 года назад

I have the xle hybrid and it also includes easy speak, and wireless charging

@KevinMoore5q 2 года назад

Thanks, nice review I think it looks great. I just purchased a 2021 Rav 4 XLE Hybrid, I traded my 2018 Rav4 XLE non Hybrid. I wasn’t sure if I made a good decision. I’m very happy the gas mileage is amazing 45+ per gal and over 600 miles per tank.

@edb.8388 3 года назад

Good review! Bought one last fall - I won't go back to a conventional engine...

@thanhduongtj9112 2 года назад

I bought 2021 Highlander Hybrid XLE early this year. So far so good. I really enjoy it. Thanks

@HelloRoad 2 года назад

Awesome. Thanks for watching!

@georgetseng5510 2 года назад

Oh wow, didn’t expect Unwound to pop up at 9:43! Great album behind the future of what and new plastic ideas. Omg, fake train too?! Ok, I’m getting a highlander hybrid to join the cool dads club.

@frankgutfrucht2138 2 года назад

We just bought a Hyglander Platinum Hybrid 3 weeks ago. It's a great car, and we love it. Fast enough and has exceptional gas mileage. Quality is pretty much up with our 2019 Lexus, which this car replaced.

@javii7971 2 года назад

How much you got it for? Prices are really high

@sureshkadthan4702 2 года назад

Such a great review.. this kind of review will get people buy this beautiful beast for sure 😁 and I already bought my 2022 Highlander Hybrid Plantinum like a week ago.. I feel the luxury and I am in love with it !!

@romowasbetterthanaikman3932 2 года назад

I put a deposit on a 2022 XLE Highlander Hybrid. Won’t receive it until next month. How is the acceleration?

@sureshkadthan4702 2 года назад

@@romowasbetterthanaikman3932 not bad. I think it takes around 5-7seconds to get to 60mph

@johnathonvought7407 Год назад

We went hybrid limited and it’s sooo good. Everyone knows it’s stupidly efficient and things. What most don’t know is The upgraded speakers are loud like you said, with surprising bass. What you don’t expect is that ride comfort. It is by far the most comfortable car we’ve owned. Super nice for trips over 4 hours. Feels solid and safe. We felt a lot more slop and roll in everything else we tested. My family feels 10 out of 10 worth it. Here’s something though. we live in Texas and all cars get hot, But what’s crazy is this highlander feels noticeably less hot sitting under that same 105 sun. You get in from the parking lot and it’s not so bad. There is some witchcraft Toyota infused with the tint or something. Cools down fast too. That seat cooling is a must for Texas-ish summers.

@jonathanparker2939 2 месяца назад

Toyota uses HSEA glass. Look it up!

@piotrkurek9201 3 года назад

Hybryid for sure, also -> second row for kids and then third row is a great place for my dog to travel :)

@galinagalina9894 2 года назад

I've just sold my Lexus RX 450h and going to bay Highlander 7seats. Have done a drive test..-very similar and easy driving.This model for 2021 have new platform that is compair to same year Lexus Rx450. I like it and it's match all my expectations- exterior and interior

@jtjt8331 10 месяцев назад

Purchase a 2023 highlander, platinum, four-cylinder turbo, amazing power. This vehicle has more options in my 2021 Lexus. Highly recommended!!!

@siamiam 3 года назад

great review, they are good SUVs , i still see a lot of first generation highlanders on the road since i do not haul around people id prefer the rav4 myself

@MogulFarmer Год назад

I have a sports car for speed and power. This is about comfort and fuel economy. In an urban and suburban environment this would be a great vehicle to own. I got 35 highway and 30 city in a Golf and loved the MPG, and that was a small car.

@Faisal-sf1gh 2 года назад

We need the 4 cylinder highlander back!

@markholle3450 2 года назад

We loved our Highlander and would have bought another EXCEPT for that third row. We need that space for adults now. Unfortunately, that eliminated the Highlander. We went with the 2021.5 VW Atlas SEL instead.

@ronygeorge9997 2 года назад

👍Great mid-size suv's ever

@SirGregory 3 года назад

In Australia we have the Hyundai Palisade with a 2.2litre turbo diesel and 8-speed transmission. Specs are 200HP, 324ft-lb torque and 32 US MPG combined. More room and better specs and about the same price as the top-end Highlander Hybrid. I've had a long test drive and it has fantastic active cruise control and lane-keep-assist. I've owned a Toyota Highlander since about 2000, and it's been quite reliable except for some oil leaks in the transaxle and power tailgate problems. Should I stay Toyota, and why?

@rattanaly169 3 года назад

Resale value and reliability.

@SirGregory 3 года назад

@@rattanaly169 The Toyota Highlander (Kluger here) will be released on 01 June. I’ve just had a pre-release test drive from our local dealer and it’s sort of the same as the one released two years ago in the US. But it is missing the large infotainment screen (8”only), wireless phone charging and the digital rear-view mirror. Row 3 access and space is no better than my 2008 Highlander/Kluger; it’s for kids only. The slight increase in overall length provides a little extra luggage space behind the 3rd row but no more space anywhere else. The screen resolution of the infotainment system is poor, and the GPS system looks rather sad. However I did find it very easy to drive as it felt just like my 13-year-old Toyota, except that it was quieter when the hybrid was running on battery. So the question is do I want to spend nearly AU$80K to have a car that feels just like my 13-year-old Toyota? Oh, I forgot it does have a few USB ports.

@AmericanRoads 3 года назад

What is the average MPG you got for that road trip? Telling us only the EPA number is not really helpful. It can sometimes differ quite a lot from real world number.

@HelloRoad 3 года назад

Sorry maybe I forgot to include it in the vid? We averaged 33mpg, and quite a bit of that driving was in the canyons with a heavy right foot :)

@BruceWayne-gq1yv 3 года назад

my dream car

@graceshea5998 2 года назад

how to dim the large screen while driving at night with GPS no? i find it too bright especially at night.

@rajibkundu5217 2 года назад

Can any user please share the accelerating experience from a cold start and on the highway for this Highlander Hybrid model? Right now, I drive a Camry V6, she is an adorable beast. I just want to have a fair comparison point. Thanks in advance. :)

@Jaypatel-rc8js 3 года назад

V6 always ♥❤

@thisiszo 2 года назад

I love toyota's they are worth every penny...Low maintenance.

@kienvo 3 года назад

I bought 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE 6 months ago and am very happy with it. So far so good. Average MPG is 35.

@abocampo109 2 года назад

How is the cabin engine noise? I have a Subaru Ascent and considering trade-in for Highlander.

@kienvo 2 года назад

@@abocampo109 It's quiet. My father didn't realize that the engine was on when he was sitting in the passenger seat.

@romowasbetterthanaikman3932 2 года назад

Waiting for mine to come in next month. How is the acceleration?

@kienvo 2 года назад

@@romowasbetterthanaikman3932 No issue. Congratulations. I'm sure you'll be happy with your Highlander.

@siamahmed425 3 года назад

How is ride quality and cabin noise compares to the Rav4 hybrid?

@tomatosnaps6250 2 года назад

Before I purchased the Highlander I test drove the Rav4 , Venza, and Highlander. Hope that answers your question.

@leroybrown9873 2 года назад

Just bought one. Awesome vehicle. Limited but with the captain’s chairs in the second row. Gotta have heated seat after shredding the gnar. Gonna drive the family to every ski resort the IKON pass works at.

@zmirc 2 года назад

Difficult to modulate the break pedal on Corolla or Prius? Are you sure you know what you're talking about or are you talking about very old Toyota models? Did you ever drive a Hyundai Ioniq?

@kevins718 3 года назад

Now... so far you’ve driven most of the Toyota hybrid’s offerings. You should ask for their Prime plug in models. Would that be a great compromise between electric life and long distance driving?

@HelloRoad 3 года назад

Hoping to review a RAV4 Prime soon! :)

@ManhNguyen-me8bj 2 года назад

I went from 4runner 2010 to highlander 2021 hybrid limited and is a world difference in pumping gas. I am getting 32 mpg because I am driving mainly in the suburbs

@yennyjen5742 17 дней назад

Are you still like it? I love my 2006 4runner and don’t really want to get rid of it.. not engine light on either. But I been thinking about trade it in for a highlander hybrid. Don’t want to make a mistake 😢

@bogart5131 Год назад

Dashboard is 10/10 for this.... but for exterior?chairs including distance from front chair?.... roof height?.... 7/ 10.... I saw recently the terrain GMC 1.5 turbo, body is 9.5/ 10... dashboard is 8.5, height from ceiling is 9.5, chairs is 9.5, the only this is theres no 3rd row but its fine..... they same exellent mpg.... i slightly go with terrain.... any suggeations?.... tnx in advance. By the way, i only have 2 kids ages 12 and 11

@juarezsanchez4428 3 года назад

My favorite gen was the first even though I like all of then.

@rightlanehog3151 3 года назад

They have all been impressive.

@thevirg77 3 года назад

I would if I could but with this damn chip shortage can't find one where I live 😒

@muhammadwaqas8452 2 года назад

I think 2.5 engine is less with heavy body. Pick of spead will be not ideal

@ramonfernandez6997 3 года назад

cual es la diferiecia en la higlander americana y la japonesa

@wallabybob3020 3 года назад

Toyota Highlander (or ‘Kluger’ in Australia) is quite simply, the best car I’ve ever owned. I’ve had Mercs, Land Rovers and BMW’s and none of them are in the same league for build quality and reliability.

@brucemadu8535 3 года назад

Load it up with the family and all the gear for a road trip and any climbing or any mountain driving this thing struggles.

@whoanelly- 7 месяцев назад

Are you speaking from experience?

@djkenny1202 2 года назад

I liked it. Instrument panel was busier than I like. Typical poor rear vision out the back window. Like many Toyotas. Wish Subaru had a Hybrid.

@papagen00 2 года назад

nice video, could tone down the music a bit.

@HelloRoad 2 года назад

Thanks for the suggestion

@arnabrumpa 2 года назад

I have a question for 2022 highlander platinum hybrid, on mpg. I got my vehicle like 2 months, why there is disconnect between distance to empty km to the l/100 km, So when when I fill up my tank it says distance to empty is 648 km, and that value Dont change even if my liter /km goes from 7.0/100 km or 9.0/100km, my crv would change the the distance to empty based on 8.5/100 or when it 11/100 km. Thanks

@sethbah1 5 месяцев назад

Right they don't seem to be accurate

@paulgambini5324 2 года назад

Can you do the Toyota sienna next like when you did the Toyota Highlander

@HelloRoad 2 года назад

Working on a Sienna video now :)

@abirsanu 2 года назад

06:30 the space leg is so bad, that in one of my cars I have, a 2008 Toyota RAV4 with the 3rd row, the leg space in that 3rd row is much, much better and comfortable than in this Highlander. While in this Highlander they sacrificed the leg space and space above the head just to obtain that design and that low profile of the car which generally I consider it as a big mistake. It's like sitting down and lean on a tree. Then why I should buy this car if that 3rd row is useless, what's the point in spending up to $50.000?

@mariosaternus 3 года назад

For me, living in Germany, naming the Toyota Highlander a medium sized SUV is ... interesting. This car is one of the largest SUVs you can buy. ;-) But I want to buy the Highlander next year. I drive a VW Tiguan Allspace (this is the regular US VW Tiguan) with a Diesel engine and a double clutch gearbox. And this combination is embarrassing compared to Toyotas Hybrid System.

@Ryan2022 2 года назад

Well I’m assuming much of Germany has narrow roads and being a very old country most of the people live near public transportation. The United States simply put is huge and most of it is wide open and not suitable for public transportation at all so this actually is not a huge SUV by any stretch of the imagination. And if you need to tow boats or trailers you’re not going to choose this

@geoffreyreuther5260 3 года назад

Ethan: "This is a very angry vehicle. What do you think, angry?" Mini-Ethan: "Yeah". Ethan: "OK, let's get in." Mini-Ethan: "YAAAAAAAY!" ... OK, I'm dying over here now...

@mostafaalqasem8684 3 года назад

I got the limited trim but it got panoramic sunroof, no heated steering wheel, no jbl sound system.

@rightlanehog3151 3 года назад

Ethan, The Highlander Hybrid's mpg is stunning, if driven gently it nearly matches the RAV4 Hybrid. The tow capacity of 3,500 lbs is nothing to sneeze at. For the first time ever you can buy a Highlander in ....Scotland. Sadly, there is no tartan upholstery option as yet.

@damilolaakanni 3 года назад

Strange. I've never seen any Highlander with a manual transmission. I know the RAV4 had one up till the third generation.

@damilolaakanni 3 года назад

@@rightlanehog3151 maybe not in North America. Both transmissions offered there were automatics. 4speed for the 4 cylinders and 5speed for the V6s.

@hullinger 3 года назад

Haha, "I love big grills and I can not lie!"

@praenubilus1980 2 года назад

can't believe in 2021, they still don't offer USB type-c

@rsakhaled Год назад

the kid stole the show 😇

@arsh9900 3 года назад

wait...isnt it the Kluger in Australia??

@HelloRoad 3 года назад

Yep

@kc0lif 3 года назад

I'm sure there's family vehicles in 1990s 1980s mpg should be last thing think about.

@trumpisastump9382 2 года назад

What???

@petergazarek4238 3 года назад

HIGHLANDER HYBRID 😎👍🏻

@bspep3 3 года назад

Wife and I have been in the market for a Platinum trim Highlander Hybrid but unfortunately every dealership we've visited or contacted can't get their hands on a Platinum. Wonder how long the shortage will be.

@geoffreyreuther5260 3 года назад

At least they're honest and telling you they can't get it. They did a full on bait and switch on my wife's friend. Told them that they'd get a platinum, and sold them a base instead.

@jaysantoyo6215 3 года назад

I was looking for the same thing and test drove the platinum (non hybrid) and immediately fell in love with it. I ended up purchasing it and have no regrets. It feels like I'm driving a Lexus, I absolutely love it.

@Ryan2022 3 года назад

There is a chip shortage right now

@midoriyaizuku4403 3 года назад

There’s a chip shortage going on in the automotive industry. Dealership slots are low or empty across the board! 😔

@paulgambini5324 2 года назад

Don’t forget the Toyota sienna Hass to be hybrid

@HelloRoad 2 года назад

Correct, only comes in a hybrid now!

@mikey27437 3 года назад

They engineered this one in such a way that in order to replace a water pump one has to drop a transaxle! And to replace rear bushings the whole rear subframe has to go down! Who in the right mind would buy that as long as they are aware what’s coming?

@atlantisrose6790 3 года назад

I'm not a mechanic in any way much like many people who will buy this so honestly not an issue

@caroline8842 3 года назад

@mike y Excuse my lack of car education but is this just with the AWD version or would the FWD have the same issue?

@mikey27437 3 года назад

@@caroline8842 I did not care enough to learn more about Highlander after I figure out that one. I will refer you to the source of the info. See the link below. Should U require more info this guy is your best bet. Good luck! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Gcpoz_M3WPk.html

@caroline8842 3 года назад

@@mikey27437 great, thank you for the info!

@mikey27437 3 года назад

@@caroline8842 you are welcome

@jcperez0726 2 года назад

I hate the subaru-esque look. Love the fuel economy

@maddiecastro471 3 года назад

How about the price of XLE ?

@rattanaly169 3 года назад

Can you just google it????

@MegaWhateverwhenever 3 года назад

Toyota is so much better built than a KIA..you can’t compare the 2

@HelloRoad 3 года назад

Maybe 10 years ago. They’re catching up!

@Bart-dg6qv 2 года назад

@@HelloRoad Last time I checked KIA it was incredibly overpriced and with low quality plastics. It was so bad I didn't even bother to test ride. It was 6 years ago though...

@jameshowe5182 2 года назад

You are sooo right.

@RR-vf2bd 3 года назад

Can you install 3 toddler car seats on rear bench,?

@HelloRoad 3 года назад

If they are narrow car seats, I think it would work.

@mikeerickson2412 Год назад

Nobody talks about the resale value of a hybrid and the cost of battery replacement and the fact that the batteries are manufactured in mostly third world countries and then where are you going to dispose of these batteries???????

@swainp2012 Год назад

Batteries are recycled and metals recovered upto 98%. Regarding cost of hybrid battery, if you look at current Li ion battery, it is ~$150/kwh and dropping fast. I wouldn't expect this to cost more than $500. The hybrid has a tiny battery < 2kwh.

@meandmyself3007 3 года назад

I choose a non hybrid I afraid the battery won't last long and expensive to replace

@eddiedelpiero2662 3 года назад

Battery come with 10 years or 150k miles warranty I just buy one

@ABC-hi3fy 2 года назад

No legroom in 2nd row. Horrible acceleration and engine noise during passing on highway

@ninaatterberry617 2 года назад

Yes. I test drove in the winter and couldn't hear how bad it was....now that the snow is melted, I'm very disappointed in how it sounds 😔

@HelloRoad 2 года назад

2nd row legroom isn't that bad. But yes it is not quick and can be a bit droney!!

@yodaddy000 2 года назад

I would have got this but the design I didn't like so I got the Toyota rav4 hybrid instead

@jvk813 3 года назад

Hate that some auto makers are featuring third row seats that are not usable in real world.

@HelloRoad 3 года назад

It seems more like a bullet point on a spec sheet. Usable in a pinch for kids but that's really it.

@Bart-dg6qv 2 года назад

Just treat it as 4 passengers car with a comfortably large trunk. No more that that. 5 and above only full size soccer mom vehicle.

@markholle3450 2 года назад

@@Bart-dg6qv Sit in the third row with a Telluride/Palisade or Atlas and you can seat adults comfortably. Toyota needs to up their game.

@Bart-dg6qv 2 года назад

@@markholle3450 To be honest all I need is comfortable 4 seats car (2+2 preferably). I don't like Toyota but I need reliability. That's why I didn't even look at the cars you mentioned.

@ahmedjackson6019 2 года назад

Sir what’s your phone case ?

@HelloRoad 2 года назад

Not sure. Something I found on Amazon :)

@wilsonxu6729 2 года назад

look like it's a mini van not a suv .

@GarKeith 2 года назад

As a car enthusiast I hate this thing. I could buy at least 4 cars I would like better for the price.

@afzalshaikh2128 2 года назад

If only the 3rd row seats were half decent this would be a slam dunk. My heart says Sienna but my kids say Highlander 🤔

@shawn42424 2 года назад

It is, you don't need the second row to be pushed all the way back. There is enough room to move the second row forward and still have enough leg room for the second and third row, tried it yesterday.

@afzalshaikh2128 2 года назад

@@shawn42424 just tried it today to sit back there and I couldn’t do it. Im 5’10 and pushed the 2ndrow further up and that barely gave 2nd row some legroom. I have a 2008 Mdx and that has more 3rd row legroom. It’s laughable 3rd row at best

@hoeumhoeun7127 3 года назад

How much?

@HelloRoad 3 года назад

Pricing section of the vid starts at 16:55 :)

@jordanseay216 3 года назад

Honestly, I would choose the normal Highlander over the hybrid version simply because they last longer. However, if you want something reliable and efficient, the hybrid version of the Highlander is pretty good. It will wear out much faster than the normal version but you save more money in gas so it’s kind of up to you and how long you want to keep your vehicle.

@romowasbetterthanaikman3932 2 года назад

How so? The brakes last much longer in a hybrid vs gas.

@jordanseay216 2 года назад

@@romowasbetterthanaikman3932 they hybrid systems don’t usually last as long as the normal engine so when it wears out, the cost of fixing the hybrid stuff wouldn’t be worth it.

@Joepaq 2 года назад

@@jordanseay216 you have no idea what you’re talking about. Toyota hybrids last at least as long as the gasoline versions.

@jordanseay216 2 года назад

@@Joepaq the batteries wear out around 200k miles. I wouldn’t say it completely breaks but the battery pack will wear out and make the car not function properly. It’s usually not worth the cost of the replacement pack.

@Joepaq 2 года назад

@@jordanseay216 I think you are referring to the first generation of Toyota hybrids. The newer batteries last well over 200,000 miles. I almost didn’t buy a hybrid because of the reasons you are stating but I looked into it more deeply and found out they actually are much better than when they first came out.

@Arid379 Год назад

This car is for mom’s

@manhuman5893 3 года назад

Anyone with a clear conscious would defenetly go for a japanese car, and obviously toyota or honda

@rjbbtv959 2 года назад

Move forwrd the second row a bit then the complainants are over

@HelloRoad 2 года назад

Sort of. It really compromises 2nd row comfort when you do that

@manueltoscano2074 3 года назад

That XSE is the worst implementation of that Toyota grill. It looks horrible 🤮

@HelloRoad 3 года назад

It’s... not good.

@SHAHMRUGESH 2 года назад

@Ryan2022 3 года назад

We have the 2021 platinum V6. The last thing we needed was some noisy jerky under powered hybrid so that version can go suck it

@trumpisastump9382 2 года назад

Anger issues?? Taking out your frustrations on a suv??

@runnyhunny786 2 года назад

😛👍

@danialk8387 3 года назад

Sorry no hybrids. The third row seat is awful.

@Warrior11117 3 года назад

Hell no. I got rid of it after 3months. It was a platinum trim. Get a rav4 hybrid xle or Kia Sorrento hybrid

@HelloRoad 3 года назад

What didn't you like?

@jaysantoyo6215 3 года назад

Why'd you return it if you don't mind me asking? I purchased one a month ago and want to drive it for no reason lol it's a smooth drive and has all the bell and whistles that I need.

@Bart-dg6qv 2 года назад

@@jaysantoyo6215 If you work for KIA you have to drive KIA. No matter what.

@jakeflo4215 3 года назад

Don't believe this guy "3rd row is not that bad" it's terrible. Get the telluride or palisade you can fit adult comfortably.

@damilolaakanni 3 года назад

IMO, if you really need third row space, you're stuck with either a body on frame full size SUV or a minivan. None of the three row crossovers offer comfortable third row seats. And when it comes to body on frame full size SUVs, you're still stuck with the Chevy Suburban/GMC Yukon XL. The Ford expedition max only offers extra cargo space without extra third row room.

@jakeflo4215 3 года назад

@@damilolaakanni wrong telluride and palisade are very comfortable.

@HelloRoad 3 года назад

Not sure if you missed how I said all appendages should be removed before sitting back there? 😆When I said it's not that bad, I was referring to how it's fine for kids or smaller adults for VERY short trips.

@Bart-dg6qv 2 года назад

@@HelloRoad Smaller adults? Like Gimli?

@JoeGX460 2 года назад

Well as a guy like me 5 ft 8, 152lbs, the third was quite fine for me. However, 3rd row is definitely for kids.

@mikeg6606 3 года назад

Nope - that's OLD mild hybrid tech. More than a decade old. It's a dog. Better to wait for a full EV like Huyundai Ionic 5 later this year. It'll be cheaper to run, faster, WAY better resale value. Way cooler looking.

@anthonysirait2963 3 года назад

The fact that the tech is more than a decade old now is why I would buy something like it over something like an Ioniq 5

@mikeg6606 3 года назад

@@anthonysirait2963 You love high fuel and servicing costs , sluggish performance and minimal resale value? OK

@anthonysirait2963 3 года назад

@@mikeg6606 Don't care too much about fuel and servicing costs. Considering the cars I've driven, the bar for performance is low as well. No one knows what the resale value of the Ioniq 5 will be either.

@helainehoerning2200 3 года назад

No plug ins for me. I want a long range.

@mikeg6606 3 года назад

@@helainehoerning2200 500 km seems the go from late this year onwards for full EV, but even if that's not enough at least have a plug in hybrid so your city commute is petrol free. Mitsu Outlander for example gives 53 km EV range on their PHEV. The Toyota tech is ridiculously old.