2021 Toyota Highlander Review
Drivers near Leesburg, The Villages, Apopka, Clermont, and Mount Dora, FL, are asking about the Toyota Highlander. Why? This SUV offers a blend of economy and performance that adds value to every drive.
The team at Phillips Toyota has compiled this 2021 Toyota Highlander review to give drivers a look at an SUV built with the future in mind.
Highlander Versatility
Exploring Florida means piloting a vehicle ready for a range of driving conditions. The Highlander is a versatile SUV that is available in three trims.
The Highlander XLE harnesses the capability of All-Wheel Drive (AWD). This drivetrain distributes power to both axels and provides increased traction control during weather conditions like rain squalls.
Additionally, the XLE is powered by a 3.5L V6 Direct Shift 8-Speed Automatic engine. The engine gets up to 295 horsepower and 263 lb-ft of torque. This powerful engine nets an EPA-estimated 20 city/27 highway MPG of fuel economy.*
For increased fuel efficiency, consider the Hybrid LE and Hybrid XLE. The LE retains that AWD quality while earning an EPA-estimated 35 city/35 highway MPG.*
The Hybrid XLE utilizes a Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) system. This lighter system averages a little bit more fuel economy, earning an EPA-estimated 36 city/35 highway MPG.*
Highlander Safety
Safety is an important engineering consideration of the Toyota Highlander design. Our 2021 Highlander review includes a snapshot of safety features that you can add to meet your individual driving needs.
This starts with the available Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. The system provides an alert when a vehicle passes through the blind spots of your vehicle. Its companion feature, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, detects cross traffic and provides audio and visual alerts for safer driving.
The Toyota Highlander merges safety with convenience. Avoid that stray shopping cart or post with the available Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking.
This driver assistance feature pairs with the available Intelligent Clearance Sonar and Rear Cross-Traffic Braking. The suite of features also provides audio and visual alerts when it senses an obstacle in your parking path.
Our Toyota Highlander review wouldn’t be complete without looking at how the same technology consideration that adds convenience can also sprinkle in some fun to your drive.
Highlander Technology
Cruising to the beach or pool is complete with the right playlist. The 2021 Toyota Highlander offers the following features to foster an ideal audio experience.
- Apple CarPlay®
- Android Auto™
- SiriusXM® All-Access trial subscription
The 3-month SiriusXM® All-Access trial subscription gives drivers a taste of the SUV’s infotainment. The Highlander offers six speakers, which allow drivers to cruise to their favorite songs.
Drivers can also enhance their audio experience by harnessing the available JBL® w/Clari-Fi® audio system. The system lets you hear warm tones through an 11-speaker system that produces a true surround sound experience.
How can you listen to that audio capability, get a feel for how the Highlander handles, and check out safety features?
Schedule A 2021 Toyota Highlander Test Drive
Now that our 2021 Toyota Highlander review has highlighted this SUV’s versatility, safety, and technology. It’s time to see how these design attributes impact your daily driving.
Drivers near Leesburg, The Villages, Apopka, Clermont, and Mount Dora, FL, can stop into Phillips Toyota to check out the capable SUV. Schedule a test drive to enjoy the Highlander.
* EPA-estimated 21 city/29 hwy/24 combined MPG for 2021 Highlander; 20 city/27 hwy/23 combined for 2021 Highlander AWD; 36 city/35 hwy/36 combined MPG for 2021 Highlander Hybrid. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle's condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.
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