If you own a toyota your understand why it's #1. It's nice going into a dealership and they don't know you by name......When I owned my old Chevy venture the service department knew me by name because I was there so often with problems.... not my highlander 😀

I like this trim☺️ You guys always come with nice cars and when its converted in review ,it becomes great 🤗

Howdy, great review as always y’all! What a nice car!

Great review guys! Nice SUV

Thanks for the in-depth reviews, they are helpful. Curious why you never pop the hood in your videos tho.

Thanks for review. Hello Kentucky.

Great job Mason!

I own this very color combo except mine is a hybrid. Consistently 31+ mpg per tank. Great vehicle. Glad I bought it.

Sales volume will speak for itself Nice review

it's crazy to see the snow, in cape town, where I live, I remember waking up at 2am not being able to sleep because I was still sweating from the heat.

You described it like it’s an airplane... wow ! Thank you

Awesome review guys!

Drove one recently. Very nice car, though it’s annoying that I can’t rest my elbow on the door with my hand on the wheel. (Several of these vehicles had that problem; it’s like the seat is too far from the door.)

Just a little constructive criticism, in detail you’ll fail to discuss the heated seats do they automatically come on relating to the temperature outside. My Lexus RX 350 has that as well as the side folding mirrors and a 12.3 screen that is for a crossed in the map. Do you want me

Wow love the highlander love the exterior paint good job guys

Do the platinum and limited have identical interior road noise / sound proofing?

Thanks, gentlemen! Another awesome review that convinced me to choose this model over other vehicles. Once you said it was Lexus-like in quality..I was sold..because you just can't beat Lexus. Stay well guys! #Subscribed

@CarConfections

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! 😁

Great review.

@CarConfections

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

This particular Highlander is very good looking in this color combo.

@maggieclinton602

3 жыл бұрын

I heard this color is no longer available...any truth to this??

We have recently compared this to Telluride and several others. We will probably buy in the next week or two. We are almost certainly going Highlander. This thing is smooth. Also, it is a Toyota, so it should be solid and long term reliable. I had telluride fever like many people until I drove a used one because that is all they had on the lot. It was a 2020 maxed out Telluride. I forget the package name, but the salesman said you could go no higher. Maybe the prior owner ragged it out. I don’t know, but both rear sunshades were broken in different ways and it generally didn’t age well. The salesman said the guy traded it for a 2021 because he wanted a different color than the moss green which he had. Maybe the prior owner had crazy kids or something, but I walked away feeling like it did not age well. This could just be a one off, but I know Toyota won’t have that problem.

@Breshe

3 жыл бұрын

I bought the Highlander Platinum earlier this week, if that’s the direction you go you won’t regret it! Telluride’s look nice but the Highlander felt like the sturdier vehicle.

@Ryan2022

3 жыл бұрын

@@Breshe We bought the platinum Highlander as well. The Korean SUVs are an interesting flavor of the month but Toyota has a well-deserved reputation of rocksolid reliability and refinement that my family has personally experienced for the last 20 years. Toyota is always going to be a few years behind in tech because they let other manufacturers experience the nightmares with it and when Toyota puts it in their vehicles it is perfected.

@Breshe

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ryan2022 100% Our other vehicle is a 2013 Land Cruiser. Traded a "top of the line" Silverado for it and the difference in quality is night and day. I'll never buy another GM vehicle.

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. Platinum interior with XSE exterior. Wonder if you even option up something like that

My Dream car 🥺 but is so expensive and can’t afford it 🥲 just have to keep working hard till I have the money 🙏🏻 with God first I will have it ♥️🙏🏻

Owned a 2018 Highlander SE. Loved it, not one issue during 26k miles. Traded for a 2021 4runner which we love much better. There are so many highlanders on the road here. When you own one you really notice how many there are. To bad Toyota eliminated the rear window from opening. Used that a lot.

@imgmauro0620

4 ай бұрын

What is the difference in MPG between the Highlander you had and the 4runner you have?

@MikieRoxx

4 ай бұрын

@nostromo_1 how are you liking the switch now? I’m debating on the 21 Highlander or 4Runner now in 2023

what the front camera is that for?

Heads up display should be a standard for safe every vehicle should have one and depending on price can have less features or more Keeps your eyes on the road

My grandparents have the hybrid model! A very good car for the money

Can anybody tell me about the arm rest , heard it's far away & hard to rest your arm on it ? Info on this would be helpful

I just ordered a platinum waiting for it to arrive on the 23rd August

Love my palisade calligraphy

Boa tarde e feliz sábado

Does it have power folding mirrors

Mr Byron was headmaster. Similar namesake as a once popular fuel brand for model airplanes. (Check spelling). Mr Hallmondsy was the social studies teacher (space shuttle Challenger). Mr A taught math and computers and was elementary dorm parent. Mr Z was 7th grade dorm parent.

This is the highest trim level so in my opinion Toyota should've made all the lights leds

Which has the smoothest and most refined ride the 2021 Highlander hybrid or the v6

@CarConfections

3 жыл бұрын

The V6 is more refined but the Hybrid obviously does much better with fuel economy

I buy one last week 👍

The dealer where I bought my 2020 Camry couldn't keep a single Highlander in stock. They sold everyone they got.

@Ryan2022

3 жыл бұрын

Same Here.

Cheap incandescent turn signals front and rear, back up and license plate lights, Toyota why? Literally, you get full LED exterior lights on a $30K Camry XLE and XSE but not this nearly $50K Highlander? Makes no sense, there’s no LED interior lights either, quite triggering.

@naveenthemachine

3 жыл бұрын

#firstworldproblems

@WanderingAroundAZ

3 жыл бұрын

@@naveenthemachine #firstworldprices

@naveenthemachine

3 жыл бұрын

@@WanderingAroundAZ oh right. Forgot that

@alvinsimba734

3 жыл бұрын

First world problems.... everyone is going SUV way... they can get more stuff with sedans and cheaper too...

someone is stalking you guys in the white SUV :p 🤗 @ 18.09

I love the port and direct injection Toyota uses in their engines. You get the benefits of enhance fuel economy and horsepower from direct injection, while also having no carbon build up to worry about with port injection.

@naveenthemachine

3 жыл бұрын

This should be a bulletproof v6 hopefully. My Camry has it too

@normt430

3 жыл бұрын

GM has been doing DI in a 2.0T since 2006. Just have to have the engineering to do it right!

@tails300

3 жыл бұрын

@@normt430 GM and having the engineering right should never be used in the same sentence 🤨.

@normt430

3 жыл бұрын

@@tails300 GM and EV as they lead the ICE to EV revolution in North America. Honda likes GM engineering so much they they are making a EV for Honda and Acura on the Ultium battery platform in just two years. Need more?

@tails300

3 жыл бұрын

@@normt430 yeah and that’ll be the end of whatever reliability Honda has left. No body should be relying on Government Motors to make a car for them that is a complete joke, and I’m still pissed off my tax dollars helped bail this shitty company out of bankruptcy.

Is it true that the red color is no longer available??😥 6-29-2021

I have to say, it’s a really nice vehicle but for that luxury and price I am shocked that it doesn’t have power folding mirrors! It’s something I look for in a vehicle to get in and out of my garage. Anyway, thanks for the video, again it’s very beautiful.

@mct8888

3 жыл бұрын

Hardly any reviews mention this as well as the lackluster passenger seat adjustment. Throw in that sad exhaust pipe and it’s a NO for me.

@edb.8388

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed, but the Palisade missed the boat on the power folding mirrors as well on the top trim. As you note, no excuse for not having passenger adjustable front seat as well and a thigh extension for the driver. What sold me was the quality over generations, the sound system and the hybrid availability.

@JavierLiera3

3 жыл бұрын

@@telluridelover2417 good luck on reliability

@muuzikk

3 жыл бұрын

It’s the same with Honda Passport. The salesman told us is a safety feature. I get it cuz sometimes when I drive the Jeep Cherokee, I accidentally push that button and I panic when that happens while driving on a highway

@joeypayton5624

3 жыл бұрын

U can get that on the telluride

The hood reminds me of the Land Cruiser, and the rear haunches reminds me of the new supra. Nice car overall. 👌

i have ordered platinum. need to wait till June 22 :(

Please tell me: which 2021 has quieter smoother ride?! Sienna or highlander?!

@CarConfections

3 жыл бұрын

They're probably about equal in ride quality, but the big difference will be in the powertrain since the Sienna is now Hybrid 4-cylinder with a CVT, whereas this still has the smooth v6 standard

@joeypayton5624

3 жыл бұрын

If u get the highlander hybrid that has a 4-cyilender too with a cvt that makes 35 or 36 mpg combined.

Classic japan technology is timeless!

I love the highlander it’s soo beautiful I heard it’s coming to Europe

So please tell me, if you are choosing a 3rd roll SUV, what brand would that be. As car experts.? Please, thank you.

@normt430

3 жыл бұрын

A minivan... seriously the Pacifica is currently ranked best in segment in Consumer Reports rankings. I'd go for the hybrid version with 80 mpge and again best.in class economy for hailing people.

@naveenthemachine

3 жыл бұрын

@@normt430 isn’t the sienna hybrid more efficient as a hybrid? It gets 36mpg

@normt430

3 жыл бұрын

@@naveenthemachine most minivan movers are taking the kids to school within 30 miles or more like 3-5 miles. If just a couple of miles the Sienna Hybrid fire up the engine and never be warm enough to be efficient as just driving on battery alone.

@CarConfections

3 жыл бұрын

Our personal #1 pick is the Kia Telluride. But there are a lot of good options out there!

i just got a xse fucken love it

Can I have some of those coupons ?

I love the 2021 Toyota Highlander platinum, it’s very nice!! I love it! I love the Interior!

I went with the Highlander hybrid for the MPGs and reliability

They Hybrid has plenty of power too

I love the Highlander just wish it had everything a Telluride or Palisade has like quality luxury interior wise, space(3rd row), tech and safety features. Love the reliability of Toyota, but wish it was at the Kia/Hyundai price point also... And not feeling the lower bumper/hidden exhaust in the Highlander too and wish they hid the rear window wipers in spoiler or something

@normt430

3 жыл бұрын

The Koreans are here and eating the Japanese up!

There seems some sort of struggle for them to develop better arrangements for the infotainment system.

@Ryan2022

3 жыл бұрын

Well I have the platinum and the 12.3 inch touchscreen is really really nice for some reason though they don’t seem to let you go full screen with just one application typical Toyota quirk

Toyota is the best in the business.. Only thing better is Lexus.. What size tire are those 20" inch Wheels wrapped in ?

4-way adjusting passenger seat without lumbar! Is this Platinum or Tin?

@noelsilva8887

3 жыл бұрын

Not just that you only get 2 way lumber for the driver for the price. Sad when other companies give you 4 way lumber for less. Damn Toyota

@naveenthemachine

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t think it’s that bad. But for reference my Camry has an 8 way power passenger seat but no passenger lumbar though

I love the new highlander in my opinion

Good review. The new generation Highlander is an overdue upgrade for its best selling 3 row midsize crossover. And like most Toyotas it's a good, even a very good, vehicle especially in its top Platinum trim. But no vehicle is flawless and the Highlander is no exception. Its biggest weakness compared to its 3 row rivals is a relatively cramped interior. For example, according to Car and Driver the total passenger space in the Highlander is 136.1 cubic ft. The Telluride, only 2" longer than the Highlander (196.9" vs 194.9"), provides 157.1 cf. The difference is most obvious in terms of legroom. The Telluride has a total of 115.2" in its three rows while the Highlander offers 110.7". (An important metric since both the 1st and 2nd rows can be adjusted to allocate legroom as needed. The Telluride (and the Palisade) offer considerably more adjustability.) The difference is especially obvious in the 3rd row where the Telluride provides 31.4" of default legroom compared to the Highlander's 27.7". Why is that important? Presumably because 3rd row seating is likely to be a priority among those buying a midsize SUV. Otherwise, why not opt for one of the many 2 row midsize SUVs in the market.(e.g. Honda Passport, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Ford Edge, Chevy Blazer, Hyundai Santa Fe, etc.) And if a 3rd row is needed only occasionally, the KIA Sorento, half a foot less in length than the Highlander(189" vs 194.9") offers nearly 2" more 3rd row default legroom (29.6"). Finally, cargo space in the Highlander is relatively limited compared to the Telluride, especially behind the third row. With all three rows in place the Telluride offers 21 cubic ft of cargo space. The Highlander's spec is 16 cubic ft, slightly less than average for a midsize 3 row crossover. The bottom line is that when Toyota stretched the current generation Highlander's length from compared to the previous model (194.9" vs 192.5") they did nothing to improve space in the third row. Legroom is exactly the same at 27.7". And even more striking is that overall passenger space has actually shrunk slightly from 140 cubic ft to 136.1 cf. Virtually all of the additional length went to cargo space behind the third row where it improved from 13.6 cf to 16 cf. The newest generation of the Highlander has much going for it. Especially the hybrid version where it stands nearly alone. (The KIA Sorento hybrid is just coming online and will provide a rival on that score. Likewise for the closely related 2 row Hyundai Santa Fe.) But for those looking for a roomy three row midsize SUV, the Highlander is challenged at best.

@naveenthemachine

3 жыл бұрын

I like The Highlander but from the comments it’s irrelevant now. The Koreans have essentially ended the Toyota brand

@stephenhendricks103

3 жыл бұрын

@@naveenthemachine Well, I wouldn't go that far. Different strokes for different folks and the Highlander has much to recommend it other than its cramped 3rd row. But there's no question that the Telluride was a game changer in the midsize 3 row category.

@naveenthemachine

3 жыл бұрын

@@stephenhendricks103 just about every Korean out now has made the Toyota or Lexus corollary irrelevant these days Camry vs K5 or sonata GV70 vs NX GV80 vs RX etc.

@beautifullycrowned5372

2 жыл бұрын

This is true but Kia/Hyundai have no value a lot of bells and whistles and subpar engine, its warranty on the engine is separate that should tell you something

@stephenhendricks103

2 жыл бұрын

@@beautifullycrowned5372 What should it tell you considering that virtually every single automaker on the planet offers a separate warranty on the engine and drivetrain? Unless, of course, an automaker offers no warranty, whatsoever, beyond 3 years/36K miles. Not only are KIA/Hyndai/Genesis powertrain warranties far longer than other manufacturers, so are their bumper-to-bumper warranties. On the other hand, I've owned a couple of KIA Sorentos over the last decade and I might as well have had a warranty that lasted for 15 miles and half an hour. Why? Because nothing, absolutely nothing, ever went wrong with either vehicle that required a warranty claim.

Toyota needs to up their game in this segment..

@naveenthemachine

3 жыл бұрын

It’s irrelevant now. The Koreans have essentially ended the Highlander and eventually the Toyota brand. Oh well 😔

@Ryan2022

3 жыл бұрын

Why does Toyota need to up their game this Highlander was just re-done a year ago and it is an incredible car

@curiously1510

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ryan2022 The Highlander is certainly a respectable option (especially the hybrid), but for me now seems dated compared to more recent offerings in the mid size segment.

@Ryan2022

3 жыл бұрын

@@curiously1510 Ha you’re a tough customer if it’s dated after one model year. Hybrids hold no interest to me. Their gas V6 is actually one of the best motors ever built. We own a 2021 platinum Highlander and the weakest part of this vehicle is the interior packaging: lack of third row space, cupholders mounted on the floor in the middle which may or may not present in annoyance I haven’t had the car long enough. Not being able to get a third seat in the middle is very annoying though for whatever reason the top trim only came with captains chairs. The rear cargo space with the are seats up is improved but still lags behind the ascent for example. The rear glass no longer pops open but the rear wiper is not hidden in the top of the hatch. The drivers seat does not have the thigh extender like in the previous two models. The passenger seat is 4 way and that’s it. No power folding side mirrors. No USB ports in the third row. So yes I agree there are legitimate functional criticisms of this vehicle.

Just FYI car Confections you can get a 360 camera on the limited as part of the 12.3in screen. Also the limited comes w a heated wheel

@joeypayton5624

3 жыл бұрын

Those features are exclusive to the platinum unless u get platinum package. The only thing that is exclusive to the platinum and u can't get on any other trim is the pano sunroof. Most limited models you will see won't have the platinum package if u want all the bells and whistles u get the platinum model because if u get a fully loaded limited u can at least get at 48k and that's with the platinum package and other features along with the destination charge. The platinum fully loaded can be about 52 53k depending on where u live at least if u get the Platinum hybrid model.

@naveenthemachine

3 жыл бұрын

@@joeypayton5624 in Canada there is a platinum package for the highlander limited but here in the US there is the limited and platinum trims separately and in the us you can get the 360cam and 12.3 in screen as options on the limited

@Ryan2022

3 жыл бұрын

@@joeypayton5624 The platinum models where I live are at $51,000 and they can’t keep the damn things on the lot. And they ain’t taking $5000 off MSRP either. It’s an extremely popular vehicle where I live nobody gives a damn about the Telluride around here that’s for sure.

Yes! Another full-sized SUV! I love the Highlander very popular! Have a great weekend today!

@the2erlolcarreviews492

3 жыл бұрын

love it also! btw its a mid-size 3 row suv, not a full sized suv, full sized suv's would be the chevy tahoe, and the ford expedition

@toyotavenzaguy2499

3 жыл бұрын

@@the2erlolcarreviews492 Oh. Cant tell the difference that lol

@the2erlolcarreviews492

3 жыл бұрын

@@toyotavenzaguy2499 lol

not feeling the 2 seat 2nd row, tho 🤷🏾‍♂️

Bump in the road . . . what bump?

Why are the seats so hard? The phone charger is only for iPhones.

A $50K top trim model and and only part of the steering wheel is heated? Really, Toyota? That is beyond cheap!

@tw88888888

3 жыл бұрын

This is the same in the Lexus RX which costs 10 to 15 k more.

@northeastlogistiksllc5476

2 жыл бұрын

They Couldnt even add LED turn signals.

I have a highlander xse 2021 and i love that v6 its too bad Toyota killed that engine on the 2023 highlanders 🙄

The third row made me walk away from the highlander. Great car for family of 4. But any more and it gets tricky.

Early this year?! Y’all filmed that XSE review in 2020! This is 2021.

@CarConfections

3 жыл бұрын

Until the pandemic is over, we just consider this a continuation of 2020 😂

@PrituBhai

3 жыл бұрын

@@CarConfections 😂 Lol🤣

Yah but who could afford it!?!

Why not? It is worth every penny. This is definitively the best SUV ever.

Ya cant put Toyota in the same sentence as Kia, Hyundai & Ford 🤣🤣

I like what I'm seeing but the Telluride and Palisade are more impressive to me. Hopefully Kia gets that pricing under control.

The piano black center infotainment looks cheap in person, any other material would've a much better choice.

The folks @ Toyota didn't do the highlander any favors when it was decided to remove the clever rear window release system in favor of profits...Considering the segment in which this vehicle plays a major take of the market shares! Nope..Far too many very good SUVs in this segment now! I'd take the Palisade limited before spending my money on this highlander platinum. Is the rear window a deal breaker for most folks? No...However it's just one more thing that reduces my interest in the highlander model overall. If I could only own 1 Toyota it would be the new e-hybrid Venza.

@Ryan2022

3 жыл бұрын

We bought the platinum model and with the automatic liftgate I really wouldn’t have used the glass opening very often. It was a cool feature though and I had one on a Mercury Mountaineer and we did use it from time to time but it certainly wasn’t a dealbreaker for us.

... Toyota is really getting outrageous. $50k for a Highlander? You can get a certified preowned Lexus for that or less 🥴 omg

@naveenthemachine

3 жыл бұрын

This is at least better than spending 60K for an Explorer or even 50+K for a Telluride

@thatkidjoly

3 жыл бұрын

Its worth it trust me

@normt430

3 жыл бұрын

What is the Lexus price if this is Toyota price at $50K?!

@thatkidjoly

3 жыл бұрын

@@normt430 Lexus price is 10k more

@normt430

3 жыл бұрын

@@thatkidjoly so $60K for Lexus with unusable 3rd row?

My number 1 target for me to get.

I'm sure those seats are comfortable but they look like they came out of a Buick. All in all, I think the old interior is better looking. Why does Toyota have to be so weird? Love your reviews.

@CarConfections

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Ryan2022

3 жыл бұрын

Buick’s always have great seats so that’s good

@johnrichards3666

3 жыл бұрын

Buicks do have comfortable seats and I'm sure the Toyota's seats are comfortable, as well. I just think the older Highlander interior had a more tailored and classic look ... but that's just me.

@Ryan2022

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnrichards3666 We just bought the 2021 Highlander platinum with Moondust exterior. The color is stunning in person. It has a black interior. it’s extremely good looking, I would say. That being said I thought the last generation looked good, especially when they redid the grill. To some reviewers that huge grill was ridiculous looking but, for some reason I always liked that look and the old interior was very very good as well.

@johnrichards3666

3 жыл бұрын

Ryan47 - I'm warming up to the new design of the Highlander. I'll be buying a new car in the next year or two. The Cx9, Highlander and the Gx460 are in the final three. I'm pretty sure the Highlander will win in the end. I hope you get years of flawless service from your new purchase.

too loud engine for this trim. i would go for more luxurious car with probably less price. it has kind of same remote control , same design . it sould be different from other low trims. but this is Toyota . it is a great car and last long but it needs better insulation and more benefits for costumers.

Sign my comment with a 'like' if you agree... Nothing that's called "platinum" should have incandescent lighting ANYWHERE

Like Toyotas a lot very reliable but everything that u add is more money more money with all features u can buy a German car get so expensive

I really not a fan if the interior it looks like a darker orange I have the same thoughts about that interior on Subaru models as well.

These car companies kill me given their vehicles a surname of platinum and yet giving you a manual tilt sterning wheel and I'm not even going to mention that heated steering wheel Toyota you can do better.

@alvinsimba734

3 жыл бұрын

The question is do your really need heating steering wheel, if it was heated seats it would make more sense and by the way im from Canada where its colder, all you need is heated mirrors and seats and you set. You can get all those in a corolla.

@mrlbattle1

3 жыл бұрын

@@alvinsimba734 I'm from Detroit and there when it's called Platinum it's got everything included whether you need it or not.

@Ryan2022

3 жыл бұрын

I think Toyota make sure to leave the power tilt and telescopic wheels for the Lexus models only

@Ryan2022

3 жыл бұрын

@@alvinsimba734People shopping for a Highlander aren’t going to be shopping for a Corolla at the same time what does the Corolla have to do with anything

@alvinsimba734

3 жыл бұрын

@@Ryan2022 my friend you did not get my point. People who have a functional mind normally shop for these for space especially with big families or ones with small children. The only reason why I even mentioned a corolla which is totally different from this segment shown is because compact sedans are bigger than what they used to be. There are people out in the world who buy more what they can chew thats the big problem or not knowing what features that you know will use or not depending what vehicle they looking at. Some stupid people only buy utility vehicles because their neighbor has one and that I should have one. I know people at my workplace who did just that even though they have different circumstances. I have no problem with people buying SUVs or CUVs but I do have a problem with people buying what they don't need or ever use.

(14:54) Yep that’s definitely a V6

You have to go really high up for this thing to feel premium. Even the XLE is pretty weak compared to the Koreans. Fit and finish are similar but their materials are significantly better.

Telluride and palisade both beat this thing in almost every way except for reliability which isn’t still really good on both of them so I don’t see a point

@kristians2704

3 жыл бұрын

Reliability won’t matter to 90% of people who buy a new car since they will get rid of them after 5-7 years and all cars will be reliable for that while.

@adilsagadiyev5090

3 жыл бұрын

@@kristians2704 exactly, toyotas are garbage when it comes to everything but relaiblity

@747-pilot

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly!! This review is the most INACCURATE I have seen ever. The thing that they talk about (refinement and quietness of the V6 engine) is exactly the OPPOSITE. That is the *ONE THING* that is actually the *DEAL-BREAKER* for me! The engine is *rough, unrefined, gritty, harsh, noisy and drone-y.* On acceleration it sounds like it might have a small exhaust leak, or the muffler is shot! 🙄 ....And yes, I'm facing the same dilemma. Reliability and Durability are EXTREMELY important to me, as I keep my vehicles for the very long term (10+ years and drive them till the "wheels fall off"). But, oh well, you've got one life to live. You don't want to get into it and hear that horrendous, unrefined POS engine. So I might just "bite the bullet" and get a Telluride. It does come with a 10 year warranty, so that's at least something.

@747-pilot

3 жыл бұрын

@@adilsagadiyev5090 I would say _MODERN DAY TOYOTAS_ (ones from the last 7 to 10 years) are garbage in everything but reliability. Toyotas of the past (until the late 2000s) used to be great vehicles that were refined and comfortable AND PRACTICAL. They completely went down the toilet tubes after that. The new ones have noisy engines, a harsh ride and they've compromised on the practicality, to make them "sporty" 🙄 or whatever the new nutjob CEO of the company calls it! But by doing that they've ruined the vehicles and instead of becoming "sporty" they've just become rough, harsh and unrefined! They should have just stuck with their tried and true formula of making ultra-comfortable everyday vehicles!

@tw88888888

3 жыл бұрын

@@747-pilot That is the furthest thing from the truth. This engine is one of the most refined in any class. They were driving it pretty aggressively, and forcing it into a RPM range that is far above what most people would reach in regular driving. The power is delivered very smoothly, and in most cases you won't feel the need to push it to those RPM levels.

I do believe the interior is an advancement most certainly over the previous model, but I do prefer the exterior design of the '17-'20 model over this more rounded/bulbous design. For $50k, that Kia Telluride SX-L, Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy, and from a performance and towing perspective, the Explorer ST/Platinum and Durango R/T seem to be better values. Plus, at this rate, you're starting to encroach on the new Acura MDX and the new star of the crossover, the Genesis GV80.(albeit not their loaded models). And then its in the details for me. Toyota gives the $30k Camry XSE full LED lighting, dual exhaust, and a few other niceties that are absent here. Very frustrating.

@naveenthemachine

3 жыл бұрын

The Explorer interior imo isn’t that great The base MDX doesn’t have the same features at a top end Highlander I hope the telluride price is more in control soon

@hellkitty1014

3 жыл бұрын

@@naveenthemachine i agree on the Explorer's interior. Tremendous let down. But you can get a twin-turbo V6 for similar money. Also the MDX would be closer to a base model for this money, but it is truly amazing what people will pay/do for luxury. And yes, people are still paying MSRP+ for the Telluride; less so on the Palisade, which has arguably the best interior and features set of the class.

@cjsgamingworld7568

3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad I’m not the only one who noticed Toyota’s cost cutting on the exterior and interior lights, there’s no excuse for it.

@naveenthemachine

3 жыл бұрын

@@cjsgamingworld7568 imo it doesn’t matter At least the headlights look good and on the platinum trim they are adaptive self leveling so that should help somewhat right?

@cjsgamingworld7568

3 жыл бұрын

@@naveenthemachine Yes it does matter, it’s obvious cost cutting on a vehicle that is not cheap by any means so it begs the question what else did they skimp out on.

Thank You Almighty God for blessing me with Your grace I will buy one for myself

front looks too old.

I assisted a friend in buying a new Highlander 3 months ago. We were able to wiggle $4950 off of the MSRP. However, she isn't at all satisfied with it. She is having buyer's remorse. Only NOW she concedes the Palisade would've been the better choice -- with a much more premium feel, tech and design -- instead of Toyota's inherent cheapness that she experiences with every drive. Her Highlander is already squeaking inside, just like the 2017 Sienna she traded-in. Ah, the price some pay to be blind loyalists. From the looks of it, I think this'll be her last Toyota....

@kniccole

3 жыл бұрын

I completely agree!! We settled with a Toyota Rav4 and we aren't happy with it. We will be trading in very soon for a completely different brand. When we test drove it felt way better made than our Toyota and much more luxurious.

@tw88888888

3 жыл бұрын

Because you can get $5000 off the price of the Toyota Platinum, and you have to pay about $1000 over MSRP for the Palisade, the market price for the Palisade is about $4000 more. It's even worst for the Telluride because dealers are asking $3000 to $7000 above MSRP which means the Telluride can cost up to $10000 more than the Highlander.

@andybub45

3 жыл бұрын

@@tw88888888 That used to be the case, but they are becoming more common now.

@craigslistseller9354

3 жыл бұрын

@@tw88888888 The Palisade/Telluride twins are far more advanced in technology, design and especially interior quality. Hyundai backs their products with a 100,000 mile warranty, while Toyota will not.

@bradleyscarreviews

3 жыл бұрын

@@kniccole get a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy or 2021 Kia Sorento X Line

Toyota is so behind the times now. The lights are still not full LED, the styling is bland, no full digital instrumentation. And it’s expensive.

@claudiacanales2662

3 жыл бұрын

So what make do you think makes something better than the Highlander?

@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName

3 жыл бұрын

@@claudiacanales2662 I’d say probably Hyundai

@seawall5102

3 жыл бұрын

@@claudiacanales2662 Check out the VW Atlas, Audi Q3, or if you like American, look at the Chevrolet Blazer.

@tw88888888

3 жыл бұрын

@@seawall5102 The Atlas definitely wins for space over everything, including the Koreans. However, the interior feels cheap and reliability is terrible. The Q3 is way smaller. it is ranked as a subcompact. For an equivalent sized Audi, you need to go to a Q7, which costs about $30000 more for the same equipment level. The Blazer design is better inside and out, but the quality is much below that of the Toyota. The pricing on the much smaller Blazer is outrageous. It costs $50000 in the highest trim.

@seawall5102

3 жыл бұрын

@@tw88888888 I was just giving suggestions on a better vehicle choice with much more modern and up-to-date options. I was not comparing the size. The average consumer does not buy a vehicle for a third row seat. Both the Audi and VW example I gave have an option of an all digital dash and all LED exterior lighting. No Toyota model gives a full digital dash. Also you speak of quality, put any Toyota next to a VW or Audi of any model and you will see and feel the difference in sheet metal quality on the outside. Close the door and you will hear the difference. Toyota and Honda are no longer synonymous with reliability any more.

We bought a 21 a few weeks ago. Definitely not worth the money in my opinion after owning a while.

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TBH the highlander is really a few levels behind the CX9, Palisade, and Telluride. The hybrid model would be the only reason to still buy this instead but other than that no one should be looking at this if they're informed well.

@tw88888888

3 жыл бұрын

The CX9 handles better but that is its only advantage it has over the Highlander. You could say that the exterior and interior design is better too, but that is subjective. The Toyota is slightly roomier in passenger space and much roomier in cargo space. The tech is better in the Toyota. The Toyota has a much more powerful engine. The Palisade and Telluride are only slightly better in some respects. The engines and power are very similar. The Toyota handles slightly better and is more maneuverable. The Koreans have more space. Tech is about the same with some features that one has and the other doesn't. Overall, it's a lot closer than you say. Of course, if you like the exterior and/or interior design in one or the other, that is purely subjective.

@sphong0610

3 жыл бұрын

@@tw88888888 At similar price points the Koreans are MUCH better equipped and even lower trims have tech that the Toyota lacks. Space is about the only advantage the Highlander has over the CX9, tech is similar now that the CX9 has got the revamp, and while looks may be subjective to some extent, the Toyota is the worst looking of the four inside and out to 80-90% of people that have seen them. The Mazda, Hyundai, and Kia are frequently mentioned as luxurious and high class while the same cannot be said of the Toyota.

@tails300

3 жыл бұрын

@@sphong0610 everything you just stated is subjective. One thing the Koreans don’t have is the reliability and resale value and that is fact.

@bradleyscarreviews

3 жыл бұрын

@@tails300 of course they have reliability. Their 6 cylinder engines are bulletproof, and have you seen the used tellurides and palisades on CarGurus? They are selling for and more than the original owner paid for it, with 40,000 miles.

@tails300

3 жыл бұрын

@@bradleyscarreviews let’s not use 2 models in their whole lineup as fact its misleading, because the rest of them have trash resale value. As for reliability of they’re DI only V6 engines then they’ll suffer the same fate as there other DI only engines.

Manual tilt, old looking gauges, no felt lined console bin, No thanks. The Palisade and Telluride offer more for less with a more luxurious interior.

Lound cabin noise!

@normt430

3 жыл бұрын

Toyota is no Lexus!

@kromahj

3 жыл бұрын

Show me a none luxury car or SUV that you can't hear road or engine noise, you guys complain about everything. Buy electric car if you don't want hear noise

@henryho6959

3 жыл бұрын

​@@kromahj you go test drive MERCEDES BENZ SUV YOU WILL SEE BIG CHANGE,WILL NOT REGRET!

@kromahj

3 жыл бұрын

@@henryho6959 is benz a none luxury car? Look like you have hard time reading

@kromahj

3 жыл бұрын

@@henryho6959 can you get a benz SUV in this class for 50k?

He does 😐 in every car

@CarConfections

3 жыл бұрын

Unless it's fast haha

Toyota things I don’t like: too many lighted icons everywhere, too bright for no importance. Please dim those always lit lighted icons. Exterior design is way outdated. Kinda tired of the Japanese look. Toyota Nissan Honda all look the same

give you 42k for it thanks

I think the new Kia Sorento is now the best in class

@WanderingAroundAZ

3 жыл бұрын

Lack of seat memory on the highest trim is an issue though for a "class leading" claim

@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName

3 жыл бұрын

You mean Kia Telluride?

@kristians2704

3 жыл бұрын

@@AKZreadChannelwithNoName No, the Kia Sorento is closer in size to the Highlander

@tw88888888

3 жыл бұрын

@@kristians2704 No, the Sorento is significantly smaller. The Highlander is somewhere in between the Sorento and the Telluride.

why didn't you take 45 seconds to remove the snow? lazy

@CarConfections

2 жыл бұрын

It was ice that stuck on... But we'll be at 3245 Lewistown Road if you wanna help next time it snows 😂