Gas-only Highlanders also can be ordered with four-wheel drive, too. That's about on par with the Ford Flex. Additional benefits like towing and roadside assistance may be available, so read the carefully. It is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. Functionality depends on many factors. Factors including speed, road conditions and driver input can all impact stopping distance.
Always properly secure cargo and cargo area. For details on vehicle specifications, standard features and available equipment in your area, contact your Toyota dealer. How Safe Is the Highlander Hybrid? A wide range of people--from busy moms to geriatric empty-nesters--are going to appreciate the Highlander's ride height, and the height of its seats. For more information on mpg, please see. The more fuel economy friendly version of the Highlander midsize crossover, the 2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has a lot in common with its gas-only relative just with a large helping of fuel economy which adds up savings at the pump. Do not exceed any Weight Ratings and follow all instructions in your Owner's Manual.
Spend up to the Highlander Limited, and the convenience scale tips with leather-trimmed power seats, 19-inch wheels, three-zone automatic climate control, dual power front seats, and the Center Stow Seat, as well as woodgrain trim. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859. Options include automatic climate control, leather trim, and a rear-seat entertainment system. Do not use a rearward-facing child seat in any front passenger seat. All information presented herein is based on data available at the time of posting, is subject to change without notice and pertains specifically to mainland U.
We tend to think that it looks a bit like the previous-generation Subaru Forester, sized up a notch. Larger, lower-profile wheels in the Limited model do give the Highlander a very slightly more engaging personality. The published prices do not apply to Puerto Rico and the U. See Owner's Manual for details. See Owner's Manual for additional limitations and details. The Highlander Hybrid has a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds, when properly equipped. It also sports a moonroof, a power tailgate, and a power driver seat, as well as a 3.
Remedy Southeast Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will test the sensitivity of the occupant detection sensors, and recalibrate them as necessary. See Owner's Manual for additional limitations and details. The 2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid excel at people-toting--although they're neither quite as spacious nor quite as refined inside as some other three-row models like the Ford Flex or Chevrolet Traverse. Used 2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Performance and Interior The Toyota Highlander Hybrid has a 3. For more information on mpg, please see. Toyota may make a profit on the Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee. This could increase the risk of personal injury during the event of a vehicle crash necessitating airbag deployment.
It offers class-leading fuel economy without compromising on everyday practicality. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859. But in real-world testing we've never managed to replicate those numbers; over several drives we've seen a bit lower. Recall Date 2014-03-27 Description Toyota is recalling certain model year 2013 Highlander vehicles manufactured March 13, 2013, through August 6, 2013. By using high beams more frequently, the system may allow earlier detection of pedestrians and obstacles. It's coupled to a six-speed automatic drives the front wheels.
We think the transmission's shifts could be quicker, and it's geared a little tall to prioritize gas mileage, but it's a relaxed highway cruiser and has a tow rating of up to 5,000 pounds. There are limitations to the function, detection and range of the monitor. A couple of years ago Toyota gave the Highlander a very minor facelift, with a somewhat different front end and a little more chrome trim, plus a few more angles and creases. Distinctive styling isn't its strength--its practical, spacious interior is. Extra equipment on the Plus includes a multi-information display with trip computer; second-row reading lamps; a rear backup camera; black roof rails; a cargo cover; a lumbar adjustment for the driver's seat, and one-touch second-row seat folding.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the Highlander Hybrid a perfect five-star rating in side impact testing, as well as four out of five stars for overall, front impact, and rollover safety. The Explorer has a frustrating infotainment system and poor reliability ratings. If you decide to continue service after your trial, the subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates. A simple binnacle covers the primary gauges, which are tucked into cut tubes of plastic, and Toyota's traditionally large buttons and knobs drive the climate and audio controls. See Owner's Manual for additional limitations and details. The mechanics of the Highlander Hybrid are based on a beefed-up Prius system. There are essentially three powertrains available on the Highlander.
It fares better in fuel economy while netting 10 additional horsepower, for a total of 280 net hp. There are plenty of places to store electronics and smaller items, too. Use common sense when relying on information provided. While it can deal alright with heavier loads, too, fuel economy isn't stellar. See Owner's Manual for additional limitations and details.
A vehicle with particular equipment may not be available at the dealership. Don't even consider the 2013 Toyota Highlander if driving excitement is a priority; you're not going to find it here. Spend up to the Highlander Limited, and the convenience scale tips with leather-trimmed power seats, navigation, 19-inch wheels, three-zone automatic climate control, dual power front seats, and the Center Stow Seat, as well as woodgrain trim. That said, there's a certain honest, straightforward charm about the Highlander--if you can get past its lack of flair. As a whole, the Highlander Hybrid takes on a puffy, shapeless style that is well-balanced and streamlined, although not necessarily expressive. Mostly, it's differently shaped fog lamps, some blue plastic and chrome trim that draw the visual line between the versions. The Highlander is the better option.