The Highlander is one of Toyota's best creations 🙌🙌

@VictorLeEPICVIC951

4 жыл бұрын

Amen 😂👌🏻

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you Diallo!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

@@VictorLeEPICVIC951 I am so glad that you like them!

@blue_spyder5499

4 жыл бұрын

Way better than the Korean competitors

@sujankota8347

3 жыл бұрын

It’s so good that it has wi-fi even I have it! It has captain seats and three seats at the back wow wow so luxury

I am the type of person that likes to see every single difference between different vehicle trim levels, and the fact the Joe takes the time to review every trim of every car that he reviews and definitely a blessing 💪🏽

Thank you for keeping us up to date Joe and crew! Stay safe in this difficult times! You guys are the BEST!!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I sure will William! You guys stay safe as well.

I love when Toyota hits the nail on styling. The reliability and interior materials have always been what I loved most about Toyota, but I’m glad they are finally catching up on technology. Great review Raiti

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I am so glad that you like this one and you are totally right! Thanks for watching!

Wife went in for an oil change on a 19’ Rav and came home with this instead.. one side note about 3rd row. While tight, they do recline! Being able to put the back lower made a huge difference for me when testing it out. Wouldn’t wanna sit for a far drive like that. But it does the job for small adult , under 6ft.

@RaitisRides

3 жыл бұрын

That is a very good point! Thanks Gregory for your great input! Happy wife, Happy life!

Love your vids. One of the best reviewers on YT. I think your vids will be much better if you include or do some b-roll for anything your talking about, I think it will up the already amazing vids. Just my opinion. Keep it up!

I bought my gorgeous 2020 Highlander XLE FWD in the Ruby flare pearl color in January. Currently have 1,800 happy miles on it. I really love it more & more every day! The comfort, the quality, upgraded interior with lots of storage, the versatile bench seats, & the solid V6 engine power is very satisfactory for me...and my cat Valentine! I keep the 3rd row folded down so who cares? Thanks for a great review Joe. 🌞

Love the reference to Sting or Whitesnake to drown out the wind noise! Great upbeat reviews.

I want a limited but with bench seats, because the 3rd row will almost always be folded. plus you can relax on that couchy bench. Props for zonking the captain chair arm rest

Highlander gets better and better, I have a 2008 with 195k miles and still love it. Maybe will look at 2021. Great review. 👍🏻

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you Frank!

Top notch review, and detail oriented !!!!

This will be my dream SUV! Nice job Joe.

This is a GREAT family car! And Joe, stay safe dude!

I'm zonking prop rod, i agree with your zonking.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

I like how infotainment radio and climate controls are one unit all your buttons in one spot instead of spread out I dig it

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I am so glad that you like this one.

Actual use of “plethora” in an auto review. Love it!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Morgan!

This video makes my day. Hey joe can you do a review on the new camery

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I am so glad to hear that my friend! I will get that together for you!

Joe, I feel that people shouldn't take it personally whatever you zonk! I don't agree with every zonk, but at the end of the day I really don't care because, you are one of the best reviewers on KZread!!👍🏾 #ThanksJoe

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

You are the man Bennie! Thank you!

Great review as usual! Can you do comparison of the best 3 row SUV's in the market? I guess for starters, VW Atlas, Kia Telluride, Hyundai Pallisade and Toyota Highlander?

Great review for sure Joe! You’ve reviewed the 2020 Honda Pilot and which one of these 2 SUV’s wins the 3rd row battle cheers M8

My ideal Highlander: XSE w red interior and platinum trim features with 8 passenger seating

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I like the way that you think!

@mikechen6537

4 жыл бұрын

Me tooooooo

@boomn2993

4 жыл бұрын

I really want to buy a highlander

@naveenthemachine

3 жыл бұрын

anonymous that feature is being offered for the 21 sienna

@FBI-uj4jv

3 жыл бұрын

you got it

very helpful, thanks!

Awesome car, Joe! Loving the redesign!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I am so glad that you like this one Brian! Thanks for letting me share it with you!

@brianlee5649

4 жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides You're welcome! :-) Anytime!

I prefer the 2019 middle row. It feels more spacious than the 2020. My 2019 middle row sits 3 while 2020 sits 2. I love my 2019 Highlander!! Thanks for your video!!

Yes, Yes, Yes you should always give a Zonk when there are prop rods - god lord man it shouldn’t be an upgrade. Great review as always.

Well, I appreciate you candor about the hits and misses along with its competition its up against. I have a 2015 XLE and generally am happy with it. It certainly rides better than my Hyundai Veracruz (discontinued) did. But, that car had chromatic dimming side mirrors which I sorely miss and wonder why Toyota hasn't added it. Nice review. Now off to see what you said about the XLE model.

You looked to be in pain in the third row. Thanks for doing those comparisons! 👍👍

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

It's a little tight.

Toyota is a Great Brand‼️‼️‼️ A Brand you can trust‼️‼️‼️ My 2010 Toyota Highlander is still running Never had a Problem the Only thing I invested the most $$$ was on some brand new Michelin tires I’m getting my 2020 Toyota Highlander Platinum Hybrid this year‼️‼️‼️🥇

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I am so glad that you like this one.

@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName

4 жыл бұрын

Congrats! You will love your Highlander!

I'm zonking the prop rod!

Great video sir keep it up. I love your videos next year u will definitely reach 10M subscribers

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

That is so very awesome of you to sat!

@Ford-Explorer606

4 жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides what is the next video sir

I like how the grill is reminiscent of the 2008-10 Highlander grill lol. It's almost like a throwback look... I feel like they could have done more with the tail light. The previous Highlander had a better looking LED design in the tail lights

The hood rod usually last longer ive noticed with the spring in the front hood it wears out and stocks working

"Prop-Rod" is GOOD, no more actuators you'll need to replace down the line !! Excellent !!

Talk about dedication to a channel. You're the best Joe!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks my friend! You guys deserve the best!

Thanks Joe !!!

Great video. However, it says nothing about a spare tire. Does it have a spare tire?

Great video, pretty cool looking SUV!!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I am so glad that you like this one!

@naveenthemachine

4 жыл бұрын

Don’t listen to the haters on the latest Toyota products where they say that they have dropped the ball

I like the front hood prop rod. My hydraulic hood supports (Acura TL 2012) died after about 4 years

The only other hybrid would be an MDX but that’s more in the luxury segment. You’re right though everyone gotta step up! The Korean automakers are killing it!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you!

Thank you for your interesting review! In terms of ride quality, soaking up bumps and dips in the road, how would you rate this latest generation Highlander in this segment?

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

You are so very welcome! I think they did a fantastic job!

@kerridillon3120

4 жыл бұрын

My gorgeous red 2020 Highlander XLE FWD handles the bumps and dips very satisfactorily in my opinion. It is a solid riding car with good road handling.

@amangeldijumanaliev877

4 жыл бұрын

@@kerridillon3120 Great, thanks for sharing your feedback.

Hey you keep on saying that the 2020 is wider than the previous model but I saw that the width stayed the same at 76 inches wide? Love your reviews though keep it up! 😊

Shoutout to ur cameramen!

I am pretty impressed with the interior for this thing. It looks really nice! Minus the 3rd row space, that is pathetic for a car in 2020 that is that large. And Joe, I am in agreement that for $46k, there should be no prop rod. Although, maybe Toyota knows nobody is ever opening it any way.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

That is a very good point!

New 2020 Highlander looks good. Plenty of options. Great Toyota reliability and after sales service gives it the edge. Thanks for bringing this to us Joe! 🙌🙌

@silversurfer550

4 жыл бұрын

Totally agree Gary!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I am so glad that you like this one!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

@@silversurfer550 So do I!

Hey dude, love your reviews but I have suggestion. In most of the reviews, you show a frame of the front then you might show the profile then you might show the quarter panel area then you might show the rear. These are all portions shown in different frames but I can’t can’t see a full walk around of the vehicle to see how it looks all together. It’s hard to tell how the vehicle truly looks when you can’t see it all at once. I would suggest that first you take us around the vehicle and show us the looks so we can see what angle look good and what angles don’t. Then, you can go back to the close up shots and start reviewing the different portions like you normally would. That would be great dude. Thanks.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great feedback man!

Bulletproof engine and transmission! i must've heard that somewhere! Oh Scotty what did you do to people.

@energetictomato9409

4 жыл бұрын

Too bad this 2020 highlander isn't a 94 celica

@samfisher3336

4 жыл бұрын

@@energetictomato9409 Yep, but i'll put my money on the celica mileage wise

Joe, my family needs a suv. We need the reliability of a Toyota, the third row space of a suburban, the gas mileage of a hybrid. I have two big (140lb) American bulldogs, wife, two little girls(2 and5) and a lot of camping gear. We are sick of taking two cars (Corolla and altima) just to take everyone camping or on trips. Love the sequoia because of the rear hatch window that rolls down but hate the gas mileage. Which suv do you think would be right for our family? Thanks!

I'm glad Toyota is making an XSE model for 2021 as a Highlander driver the handling was the only thing I wish was better.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you!

Hi Joe, about the prop-rod zonk, I think prop-rod or gas strut should not be a matter of zonk of their own. Rather how much do they help opening the hood, are they in front of you to reach some frequently touched areas under the hood etc. In most cases a prop rod has two different spots to support the hood. One is for normal check ups and the other let's you open the hood higher so that you can reach at the back and lower sections of the engine bay. So, in a way prop rod allow you to open your hood in two stages. Gas struts on the other hand does not have that kind of flexibility but they can easily open to a decent height without even needing two stages even though this is not true for all of them. So, practicality and functionality should be the real criteria for evaluating the prop-rods or gas struts.

Just wondering Any front and back parking sonar system available on XLE trim? Only available on limited and platinum?

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Yes both on the XLE.

You can zonk whatever you want, whenever you want because it's your show!!

I love the price on this thing seriously the interior is so well made. Whoof

The nice thing about a prop rod, it won’t fail, and it’s lighter. I may want to race my highlander some day 😁

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

This true Mark!

IT IS BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Two questions. Can the party tray/cupholder be removed? Can two car seats go into the 3rd row? It looks like there is only one anchor.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Yes it can. It's going to be tight.

@WayneMay

4 жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides thanks. Yeah it's between this and the Atlas for me. I had reliability issues with VW 15 years ago, which leaves a bit of a sour taste.

More three rows please !

*Agree to Disagree Zonk List:* 1. Prop rod on a higher-end vehicle (it's probably a manufacturing time-saver, but still...) 2. Gloss black section on the lower part of the steering wheel (I drive a Camry as a second vehicle, and I know I'm going to break my fingers one day when I forget that there's no cutout there... C'mon, Man!!) 3. Rear window wiper (I agree that the placement should be on the upper part of the window, but I never gave it a thought until your review of the GMC vehicles 👍👍) 4. Minimal third-row seating room (My reason for consideration of the Highlander as a replacement for the Camry... bummer)

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great points.

Is there a diff lock?

That 8 inch screen is the best infotainment system in the business. There really is no reason to have a screen any bigger. Physical buttons on the side. Physical knobs. Apple CarPlay. It’s the best. That system is going to be working long after a lot of these 10-12 inch screens with included hvac controls shit the bed.

Very nice & a great investment that Hylander is no question about it. I'd definitely would wait for the XSE.! However, The Lincoln Nautilus has 335 HP & 370 Torque! Also waiting for the new VW Atlas, because I just love German engineering even though I know there not as reliable as a Toyota.

I understand that you can't use the waving foot feature to open the rear door if you have a trailer hitch

@rogerbarbe1

3 жыл бұрын

That is correct. It is written in the Toyota brochure.

This looks much better than the one sold in Australia as the RAV4

Wich 3row have the best third seat’s?

My vote is for a ZONK. If my 2011 Camry LE comes with hoodstruts, then the 2020 Highlander Limited should too.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Very good point!

@spicysnowman8886

2 жыл бұрын

Hood struts go bad, hood props don't

No 360 camera with this trim?

Wow damn...I'm a JBL fan and this is the first vehicle I've heard that has a JBL sound system. Most have Bose, B&O, etc.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your input and perspective on this one Jonah.

Dammit, Joe! Take a break! We don't need you coming down with any Car-onavirus! Cut back to four posts a day until we know you'll be safe, okay? ;-) Cheers.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Hey brother! You are so awesome! Thanks for letting me share my car passion with you!

@jbshp2011

4 жыл бұрын

true that Joe take it slow be safe out there!

I love this car! I have a 2017 Toyota Highlander le, over 100,000 miles

@Axtec36

4 жыл бұрын

Cxlpso ʘ‿ʘ wow 🤩

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I am so glad that you like this one! That is very impressive!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

@@Axtec36 Yes sir!

Joe i got a question,if you have to choose between a highlander or a sequoia,which one would be a better choice?

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

It all comes down to size Christian. Do you need the larger space in the Sequoia?

@christiangarcia9307

4 жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides I got two kids ,one with 3 years old and the other with 2 years and a wife.Im 5'5 tall and my wife 5'3.

Don't they have this wind issue on Palisade?

Me and my wife got the Ruby color. The Highlander is nice

@RaitisRides

3 жыл бұрын

Congrats Edwin! It is a great SUV.

Just subscribed a few days ago. Great production quality!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sam for joining the Raiti's Rides Family! I really appreciate your support!

@samsaid9170

4 жыл бұрын

Raiti's Rides Yay!

They got me again now I wanna upgrade my 2017 lol

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I know how you feel!

I'd love to have a car like this

Prop Rod Zonk for Life!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I agree David!

My 2008 Limited has more room in the 3rd row but less trunk space. Thats why i added a Yakima RocketBox

Definitely “zonk” on the prop rod. Silly on a Limited Highlander. I even had one on my 2019 Mustang GT, but I installed lifters. Likely the Highlander does not have the aftermarket to offer any. Sad.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you!

In this price range I agree it should have struts and not a prop rod. One note Joe, you claim the FWD 3.5 to only have 1,500 lbs towing capacity. Per the Toyota website this is 5,000 lbs. Great review as always.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that info Tom! I appreciate the help!

@timmckusker

4 жыл бұрын

Raiti's Rides Did you have Rav4 on the brain?

Is this the AWD model?

Now that's my future car, mom!!! 😂👍🏻 I'd probably change out the exterior color to a blue, get the 2nd row bench seat, and that 12 inch display. Idk about the interior color tho. I'm in between full black and beige. The interior is phenomenal, for a Highlander. And that's my dream Highlander 😂👍🏻 And for context, I'm a 19-year-old broke University student. Buying this type of car is going to take me a while 😂😭 Great vid, Joe!

@Navs126

4 жыл бұрын

Victor Le keep dreaming and leveling up. Eventually you’ll get there 👊🏼

@VictorLeEPICVIC951

4 жыл бұрын

@@Navs126 Thank you! I want to become a Pediatrician, so I might want to pay off that med school debt before I even consider getting a new car 😂

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me share this one with you! You will get there Victor!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

@@Navs126 Yes sir I totally agree with you!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

@@VictorLeEPICVIC951 That is so very awesome of you!

I was waiting for this review for a long while. I still believe the Hyundai Pallaiside and Kia Telluride is still more practical and is head above. Toyota did ok but will need to pay attention what these Korean companies are doing. Thanks for this review.

@DAVID2DOIT

3 жыл бұрын

Kia killing it now

Should have prop rod because those don’t go bad… replaced 2 sets already on my Acua over 5 years

I don't even have a highlander but the wife wants one. But I like the 2019 a tad bit better. Btw love your reviews

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

You are not alone in like the 2019 better! I really appreciate the support!

Hood prop is okay with an aluminum hood just like the Honda Pilot. Aluminum hood and gas struts won't work together unless you want a wrinkle hood..

What do you drive?

Hi, I just bought a new 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid XLE last night from Heritage Toyota Owings Mills in Garrison, MD. Although I did test drive it, including on the highway before purchasing, I never made it above 70 mph on the test drive. On my way home after the dealership closed, I was on the highway going over 70 mph and this hissing, whistling noise developed right from the driver's side window that was driving me crazy. It wouldn't happen if I was going below 55 and would happen intermittently when I was going between 55 and 70. I triple checked that all the windows were fully closed fully and opened and closed the doors to ensure they were completely shut but the hissing and whistling continued when I would hit 70. The only additional option I have on the car is all-weather mats, no door edge guards, and no crossbars or anything else. I love the car but hope this problem gets fixed ASAP or else it'll drive me insane. Put the volume on max, cuz the recording is from a cell phone. The KZread video link is below. I already took it to one dealer who were able to reproduce the whistling sound but said there was nothing they could find wrong to fix to make it better. Any suggestions on what I can do because I don't think I can go on with this problem long term. Thanks, Anan kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZH11qKt_mJScl9o.html

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Anan! I am so sorry to hear about that issue. I am wondering if you have a problem with the wether stripping. I would call Toyota directly and let them know of the frustration that you are having at the delaership.

@anans7944

4 жыл бұрын

@@RaitisRides thanks for the reply! The dealership said they checked the weather stripping and didn't find a problem there. I'm just scared I'm going to be told there's nothing else that can be done, and that I just have to live with it, which isn't really acceptable to me for an expensive new car.

Prop rods should always be zonked. I was pleasantly surprised to see the Palisade had hood struts. So much better. You don't even realize how much until you don't have to prop your hood.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you!

@wbwayne8887

3 жыл бұрын

@@golferpro1241 Good point.

Yes the third row is small but Toyota said most if not all were ok with a small third row and the third row reclines to so that could help

Morning Joe! And another TOYOTA VIDEO!!!

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Good morning my friend!

Does this suv have power folding mirrors?

@RaitisRides

3 жыл бұрын

Nope

If a new vehicle is over 45k, then maybe it should have hood struts and not cheap prop rods.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

AGREED!

@thienthan324

4 жыл бұрын

With Toyota's reliability, you never gonna need to open up that hood, besides regular maintenance. Nice to have struts but not a deal breaker.

@steveprinty5674

4 жыл бұрын

Struts wear out and are not cheap to replace. Simple is better for some things. 🤷🏻‍♂️

if you're Raiti we're ready

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I love it!

That Highlander rear fender gives it a real BMW family resemblance if you catch my drift.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

I totally see it!

Have to get the limited if you want the bench seat because it's not offered in the platinum and who doesn't want 12" (on the screen )

@RaitisRides

3 жыл бұрын

This is so very true!

The previous generation of the Highlander was definitely long-in-the-tooth. Even Toyota, a conservative brand that typically resists updating their vehicles, had to do something to compete with the newer designs from competitors such as the Telluride, Palisade, Atlas, Ascent, Explorer, etc. So what did they do? Apart from offering a hybrid version, a significant feature, and freshening the interior, not much. Though the length of the 2020 model has been increased from 192.5" to 195", it hasn't made much difference in terms of interior space. And that's especially the case in terms of third row accommodations. With 27.7" of legroom in the back row, the Highlander ranks at the very bottom of ALL midsize crossovers. That's 2" less than the infamously cramped Mazda CX-9. Of course, few if any midsize crossovers offer truly generous third row room. But the KIA Sorento (a full 6" shorter than the Highlander) has 31.7" of legroom, a full 4" more than the Toyota. Of course third row accommodations may not be a high priority for many customers. But if passenger capacity is important, it's worth keeping in mind that the Highlander is essentially a 4-5 passenger vehicle.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

Loving this great input! Always a pleasure!

@jermainedouglas7301

2 жыл бұрын

The way the 3rd row is, its meant for you to proportion leg room across all 3 rows “ total leg room” figures is a better determinant of the space

I am liking the Subaru Ascent. Better 3rd row and costs less. Another good review.

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Telluride all the way joe🍻

I think he mentions completely different snacks for each video 🤣

BK will give it to you your way, as long as it's takeout or delivery.

@RaitisRides

4 жыл бұрын

This is true! ;-)