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BUYER’S GUIDE TO THE TOYOTA HIGHLANDER FREE EBOOK! 100 GOLD STAR BOULEVARD, WORCESTER, MA 01606 855-965-3101 | HARRTOYOTA.COM When making the final decision on the model you want to drive, doing as much research as possible is important. We want to make this research simple, which is what our eBook: Buyer’s Guide to the Toyota Highlander is all about. The following is a thorough rundown of everything you’d want to know about the reliable SUV, from safety and performance to technology and trim levels. With our handy eBook as a guide, you’ll soon be ready to test drive the Toyota Highlander! EXCITING PERFORMANCE OPTIONS The Toyota Highlander, as you’ll find out as you keep reading this guide, is built around the idea of versatility. The cabin is versatile, the trim levels give you a ton of options to choose from, and the performance can be centered around traits that matter most to you. Engine Outputs There are a pair of engines, a pair of transmissions, and a host of drivetrain options to consider for the 2020 Toyota Highlander. If you want a little juice under the hood, you can go with the 3.5L V6 motor. The V6 is always sturdy and strong, offering 295 horsepower and 263 lb-ft of torque. By choosing the 3.5L motor, your SUV will categorize as an Ultra Low Emission Vehicle and will likely use an 8-speed automatic transmission to move from one gear to the next. The alternative engine is a hybrid 2.5L, which results in a net horsepower of 243. The net horsepower is garnered when combining the output of the electric battery with that of the 2.5L engine, which makes 186 horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque. By going hybrid, your SUV will register as a Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle and will be mated to an Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission sporting sequential shift mode. The drivetrain options come in any of the following four arrangements: • Front-wheel drive • Dynamic torque vectoring AWD • All-wheel drive • Electronic on-demand AWD system 1 Fuel Economy Measurements The Toyota Highlander does a splendid job of keeping your fuel tank filled even as you travel long distances. While the hybrid engine outperforms the V6 motor, both still place fuel economy as a key priority. If you go for the V6 engine and choose the FWD arrangement, your SUV will return an EPA-estimated 21 city MPG/ 29 highway MPG.1 By going instead with the hybrid setup, you can expect a return of 36 city MPG/ 35 highway MPG according to Toyota estimates.2 Beyond the raw MPG figures, the Toyota Highlander also utilizes some savvy technology to get the most out of each fill-up. The Stop and Start Engine system, which comes with the 3.5L motor, actually shuts off your car when you come to a complete stop. The SUV remains off, saving fuel, until you release the brake pedal and are ready to go once again! A Capable Towing Machine Not everyone will use the towing power of the 2020 Toyota Highlander, but some appreciate the ability to bring along a trailer or boat during weekend getaways. If you’re a devoted traveler looking for ample towing capacity, the 2020 Highlander can reach up to 5,000 pounds of maximum towing capacity. Even if you decide to just stick with the hybrid powertrain, however, you’ll still see a reasonable towing capacity of 3,500 pounds! ROOM FOR THE WHOLE GANG With the Toyota Highlander, you have ample space to store belongings while also bringing your family, friends, or pets on a trip. The total passenger volume can measure as much as 141.3 cubic feet with three rows of seats for people to lounge in. Each row is spacious, too, with the headroom measuring 41.2 inches up front, 39.4 inches in the middle, and 36.1 inches in the rear. Legroom is also a strength, checking in at 42 inches up front, 41 inches in the second row, and 27.7 inches in the third row. So everyone can maintain their personal space even as you sit three people in the second row, there’s also plenty of hip room and shoulder room. Hip room measures 57.2 inches up front, 57 inches in the middle, and 45.6 inches in the rear while shoulder room is 59 inches, 58.7 inches, and 55 inches in the first, second, and third rows respectively. Finally, there’s the matter of cargo space, which can be altered to fit your needs. Here are the three key measurements to know: • 16 cubic feet of cargo room behind the third row • 48.4 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row • 84.3 cubic feet of cargo room behind the first row 2 SAFETY ANY WAY YOU SLICE IT With a range of trims to consider and a host of safety-specific suites, the 2020 Toyota Highlander gives you a host of protective options. It all begins with the Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0 suite, which comes standard on any trim of the Highlander. The full lineup of equipment and technologies in Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0 includes Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, Automatic High Beams, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Road Sign Assist, and Cyclist Detection. Essentially, that lengthy list of safety technology is about preemptively acting to keep you safe. With the Pre-Collision System, for example, your SUV will alert you if you’re at risk of a front-facing collision while also automatically braking if you fail to react. Similarly, the Lane Departure Alert gives you a heads up if you’re drifting out of your lane. If you continue to drift, the steering wheel will gently guide you back into the proper lane. From there, arrangements like the Star Safety System™ also help you stay safe by implementing the following technologies: • Traction Control • Brake Assist • Anti-Lock Brake System • Smart Stop Technology® • Electronic Brake-force Distribution 3 A LITTLE ADVENTURE FOR YOUR EVERYDAY LIFE For an SUV, the 2020 Toyota Highlander more than handles its own when you decide you want to venture down that rugged off-road trail. There are a host of available driving modes you can choose in the SUV, such as Trail, Eco, Normal, Sport, Mud/Sand, and Rock/Dirt. The modes are split between different systems you pick to have in your SUV such as Snow Mode, Drive Mode Select, and Multi-Terrain Select. There are some automatic systems which will work in your favor, too, such as Downhill Assist Control and Hill Start Assist Control. INTERIOR TECHNOLOGY & NICETIES From lining your cabin with well-appointed materials to setting you up with the latest infotainment technology, the 2020 Toyota Highlander gives you a wealth of cabin options to explore. Interior Materials and Comfort Staying cool or toasty warm is a breeze no matter the row of the 2020 Toyota Highlander you find yourself in. With a three-zone automatic climate control system, the SUV comes with an air filter, a separate second-row control panel, individual temperature settings for the driver, front passengers, and rear seat passengers, plus vents in each row of the SUV. A standard soft-touch in-dash split-level shelf is both practical and easy on the eyes. Another practical feature for families is the Driver Easy Speak system, which utilizes a microphone in the overhead console to amplify your voice to your kids in the third row. Here’s a look at some of the rich materials you can have settled into your SUV: • Faux wood door trim • Leather-trimmed front- and second-row seats • Ornamental dash trim • Heating and ventilation in the front row • Heated steering wheel • Front seat memory function • Leather-trimmed shift knob with 10-way power adjustability and steering wheel 4 An Abundance of Technology A host of helpful and intuitive technologies are available in your Toyota Highlander, making an early morning commute or long road trip all the more enjoyable. If you want to bump up to the nicest available touchscreen, there’s a 12.3-inch touchscreen display available that uses Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration systems. What the standard integration systems do is link your smartphone to the SUV. From there, you can pull up directions to an eatery, play your favorite podcast, make a phone call without removing your hands from the wheel, send text messages, and more. Some of the capabilities of the SUV come from the hands-free phone connectivity via Bluetooth® technology. The list of impressive technology features only extends from there: • 11-speaker JBL® sound system boasting a subwoofer and amplifier • 10-inch color Head-Up Display with Road Sign Assist navigation and a Hybrid System Indicator • Bird’s Eye View Camera with dynamic guidelines for a 360-degree look at your SUV • Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging station with charge indicator light 5 CHOOSING YOUR TOYOTA HIGHLANDER TRIM The many different versions of the 2020 Toyota Highlander all stay true to the core purpose of the model while also better adapting the SUV to your lifestyle. You’ll get plenty of value and features by going with the standard L trim or the next trim in the lineup, the LE. From there, you can select the first hybrid trim, the Hybrid LE, or skip to the XLE. The rest of the trims give you access to increasing luxury in the following order: • Hybrid XLE • Platinum • Limited • Hybrid Platinum • Hybrid Limited CONSIDER TESTING OUT THE TOYOTA HIGHLANDER The Buyer’s Guide to the Toyota Highlander eBook our team has put together is hopefully a valuable asset as you consider the 2020 Toyota Highlander.