The Toyota Highlander is a mainstay of the company’s SUV lineup, providing a spacious three-row cabin sitting above a highly capable powertrain. Here’s what the new 2023 model adds to the successful formula.

Classically Confident SUV Design

The Highlander’s exterior combines sturdy practicality with flashes of elegance, working together to create an appealing take on the classic SUV profile. The large honeycomb front grille is flanked by narrow, angled LED headlights to set a dynamic lead, while the low, wide stance adds an extra level of assertive character. The overall effect is a chunky but streamlined SUV that inspires confidence in your drive.

Capable Gas Powertrain

The gas-powered Highlander models are based around a 2.4L turbo engine producing 264 horsepower, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive to deliver responsive performance at a creditable fuel economy of just 10.3L / 100km combined.

The impressive fuel figure is helped by two advanced technologies included as standard. First, an automatic engine stop-start system transparently cuts the power when the vehicle is stationary before immediately restarting the engine at a touch of the gas pedal.

Second, the all-wheel drive technology constantly adjusts the torque balance between front and rear, providing full four-wheel traction when needed, moving to the more efficient front-wheel drive under easier driving conditions.

Super-Frugal Hybrid Option

For even more attractive fuel figures, several 2023 Highlander trims also offer a hybrid powertrain option. Marrying a 2.5L four-cylinder gas engine to a dedicated front-wheel electric motor, the configuration produces an enticing 243 horsepower at just 6.7L / 100km, making the Highlander hybrids among the most economical three-row SUVs on the market.

High-End Interior, Advanced Technology

The Highlander’s interior is designed with family comfort firmly in mind, combining luxuries such as available heated seats with a high level of technology to make every journey a smooth one. In the lower trims, an 8-inch touchscreen display is used to control the extensive range of infotainment features, with wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and satellite radio all provided as standard.

Moving up the trim levels brings an enlarged 12.3-inch display plus in-built navigation with traffic and weather information while also upgrading the standard six-speaker sound to an 11-speaker premium JBL audio system.

To complete the high-tech feel, every Highlander boasts a digital instrument display measuring 7 inches in the lower trims or a huge 12.3 inches at the higher grades.

Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+: Drive with Confidence

The Toyota Safety Sense system is one of the most comprehensive suites available, and every 2023 Highlander includes the latest 2.5+ version offering a generous number of features:

• Lane-departure warnings with steering assist and lane tracing
• Pre-collision system with pedestrian and cyclist detection
• Automatic evasive steering to avoid pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles
• Left-turn intersection support to help prevent collisions
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
• Automatic high-beam control

Moreover, the Highlander is also equipped with a large selection of safety controls to ensure reliable handling, including anti-lock brakes, electronic brake force distribution, vehicle stability control, and automatic traction control.

Discover the 2023 Toyota Highlander Today

If you’re looking for a family-friendly SUV that doesn’t skimp on power, comfort, or technology, you can’t afford to overlook the 2023 Toyota Highlander. To experience its unique quality for yourself, please book a test drive by clicking on the button below.