Waiting for the Highlander: The Most Modern and Almost Certainly the coolest from Toyota.
A lot of Toyota fans and motorists have been aware for any buzz regarding the Toyota Highlander since this fresh car from the Japanese colossal car manufacturer has unveiled it and Highlander mid-sized sport utility vehicle last February.
So, "what is so unusual about this mid-sized SUV?" might be on every driver's mind. As said by automotive operations and TMS senior vice president, Don Osmond, this car model, anchors one of the industry's only three-vehicle, mid- sized SUV line ups along with the 4Runner and the FJ Cruiser. He also noted that the Highlander which is now larger and remarkably roomier than the earlier release, is a crucial element in the industry's only three vehicle hybrid strategy. Though it boasts of extra power, the fresh model has not changed its fuel efficiency. Described as a near perfect implementation of the most recent in auto parts engineering, this car will be more hushed, smarter, resulting to enhanced flexibility and ride comfort.
In today's industry where safety is a much considered feature, this vehicle comes with the regular package of the most recent safety auto parts and accessories. It comes with seven airbags, one of which is for the driver's knees. It is also equipped with roll- sensing curtain airbags for the passenger seats. Other features include electronic brake force distribution, brake assist, traction control, anti lock breaks and enhanced vehicle stability control. The car also is manufactured with electronic steering.
The Brand New Look
Without losing the intelligent look, the all-new Highlander proves might in every angle. Looking all durable and powerful, this vehicle is accented with clean crisp lines a blend of which results in a forceful, dynamic and modern personality. The new Highlander rides on a chassis that is developed from the current Camry and Avalon, but it is four inches longer and three inches wider. It totally boasts of being cumbersome with an added inch of ground clearance and about three inches of added wheel base. A nineteen inch alloy wheel will also come on both Limited and Sport gas and hybrid models.
The dimension of the vehicle can be summarized below:
Overall Length: 188.4
Overall Width: 75.2
Overall Height: 69.3
Wheelbase: 109.8
Ground Clearance: Gas 8.1 / Hybrid 7.3
Seating Capacity: 5 or 7 passengers
Wheels: 17- or 19-inch wheels
The Newest in Vehicle Telematics
The outside of the Highlander is just a preview of why this SUV is a must own. What makes a immense difference is the interior which is not just designed to near perfection but, jam-packed with the latest in vehicle telematics as well. Dimension is something this car has as one can see from its spacious and open passenger compartment. The seating arrangement is also very compliant. The second row seats feature captain's chairs with arm rests that can be changed to a bench seat for three passengers when needed. A concealed compartment in the front seat hides a Center Stow seat that can seat extra when in use. The second row seats also slide about 4.7 inches back and front and can recline. The third row seats have foldable head rests for a flat rear cargo area that's easily accessible via a rear glass hatch.
Apart from the base models, all other models are given with a stand alone back-up camera with a multi- information screen, yet untied to a navigation system. Optional items also include power backdoor controlled with a key fob, a navigation system with an eight inch screen and a rear seat entertainment system with nine inch screens. Three- zone air conditioning is provided in the models as well as JBL audio with six-disc changer player, third row delete options, leather seat trims with heating systems, blue tooth speakers and a class leading 5000-lbs. maximum towing capacity.
Under the Hood: Uninhibited Performance and Power
Cars for a lot of experts are made by what is under the hood. That is their heart and it is by what is under their hoods that they are distinguished from each other. The Highlander on this aspect does not sacrifice anything at all.
On the outside, the vehicle is the first Toyota Division vehicle that features the new hood and fender system that is intended to crumple on impact with a pedestrian. Going inside the hood, the Highlander is a wower with its 3.5 liter V6 engine that delivers 270 horsepower. Aside from this, the new Toyota Highlander will feature the manufacturer's VDIM stability system. This system joins together full time four- wheel drive with intelligence, electronic brake and throttle control, and true electronically-controlled active steering.
For the hybrids, it has an advanced Hybrid Synergy Drive that is optimized for both power and economy. The fuel economy of the hybrid maintained at 31 for the city and 27 on the highway.
Enthusiasts and would be buyers need not be impatient for this coming dream car. Aside from being the greatest in its class, Toyota, like usual offers the greatest support when it comes to their fresh models when it comes to aftermarket car parts and accessories. This being one of their most admired points, the Highlander will have an arrayed support of auto parts and car parts that will take the knots of doubt from even the most skeptical buyer.
Adam Wolfe
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