2016 Toyota Highlander Platinum - Redline: Review

[@zackarylading9666]

This may sound weird but I love that you always talk about the material quality most reviews only talk about the tech in the cabin. Keep it up:)

[@aayangoverski3437]

Zackary Lading yep. I agree. It’s important for him to also give the quality too because it can actually vary

[@rickl1942]

Just purchased a 15’ Limited Platinum, runs smoothly and would buy again!! Love the resale value, detail to interior, and exterior look. Very quite, and amazing in snow, and rain. Well built, and cost to own is satisfying! Would buy again

[@ameliacolon568]

Exactly the route I’m going. 🙏🏾

[@dk302948]

I’m really considering this exact model 2016, it’s beautiful! How many miles did your 15’ have. Were you at all hesitant? The one I’m looking at is around 120,000 miles. Hopefully it will last me a while. Banking on it being quite an investment and lasting me awhile.

[@Azeminad]

@@dk302948 I wouldn’t be worried about buying a Toyota with 120k as long as you get it inspected by a mechanic pre purchase and keep up on your maintenance.

[@kennbutler1234]

Thx for the review. We just bought a 2016 xle with 75k and I have NO regrets so far. Such a good family vehicle

[@furtalance_x]

Im looking to buy exactly the same.

[@jonnjonnzz0111]

Hi, What did you pay for a 2016 xle with 75k? I'm trying to get an idea for when I go out to shop for one. Thank you

[@aVpasYouWish]

I was comparing this and the Pilot. I'm leaning towards the 2017 Highlander. Thanks for the review.

[@gunlovingurls9200]

Id been going back and forth between this and a 2017 Honda Pilot touring. I went with this model today and Im pleased. It just felt better to me, less bulky. Def wouldn't have bought it for 45k at the time but three years later I picked it up for 31k.

[@killerXover707]

31k out the door?

[@naveenthemachine]

God that V6 is so smooth. 😍 That’s exactly why I want to get the new Camry v6. The v6 sound and start up noise turns me on.

[@208230706]

watching this make me happy 4runner is still around

[@hellkitty1014]

@Sofyan As usual, very thorough review. I am so shocked that you didn't harp on the ok-in-2001 keyless remote that Toyota uses in this $45k Highlander! I also, I seem to remember on the Cruze's vid that you complained of how terrible it is that there is no HID/LED headlight option. While I agree, the Cruze is a $20k compact. This Highlander is $45K and represents the top of the Highlander hierarchy. The Explorer actually gives you LED headlamps standard and it's Limited trim w/ the 3.5L V6 seems to be a better buy than this Highlander, based on content. I know that you have a so soft spot for Toyota, but this Highlander represents the laziness that is rife within Toyota. And I don't suspect that the refresh will address this. The Tacoma uses the new 3.5L V6(detuned) and most reports indicate is lost that 2G-FRE renowned refinement.

[@ladydos15]

Love watching your reviews. You are very informative. I'm hoping to see you review the 2017 Toyota Highlander.

[@brandonlafrance9372]

Pandora and other Applications Like iHeart Radio, open table and others will display on the Entune center stack once you pair a phone that has the Entune app downloaded and registered to the vehicle. These apps are accessible with any Entune system that is Entune Premium or above. Entune Plus comes with scout GPS and XM. And the standard Entune System has only bluetooth. The Entune system shown in this review is the Entune Premium with JBL speakers. Brandon LaFrance Toyota of Grand Rapids

[@Ndasuunye]

To talk about the interior, it's not going to be luxury quality it's going to be efficient quality. Enough that it'll last for years to come, but still cost effective. Toyota's always been about efficiency, not luxury.

[@Corvette1658]

My next door neighbors they have a 2015 Toyota Highlander XLE AWD. They got it last year they love it a lot. She loves it a lot better then she did with her 2013 Ford Explorer Limited.

[@Jordan-nj2ve]

You get more handsome with each review you do! That's a huge plus in addition to how informative your reviews are! :)

[@Jordan-nj2ve]

+9/11 insidejob And your point?

[@elliottmanning4116]

+9/11 insidejob Sofyan is too! And so what. I am as well.

[@Jordan-nj2ve]

+9/11 insidejob Let's re-phrase what you just said. "Nigga, you straight as fuck!".

[@ogmac0625]

What are you talking about

[@trunksdbzful]

That escalated quickly

[@xMeteora__]

I appreciate the seemingly more constant uploads.

[@nick5392]

He is a full time youtuber now

[@DriveAndBeDriven]

Great review! It is too bad there is no option for HID or LED headlights. Also, I would have loved to see the LED daytime running lights in the main headlight module. It would have gave the vehicle a much more stylish and somewhat clean look. It seems as if they just threw on the LED's as an afterthought. Cannot wait until you review the 2016 Mazda CX-9!

[@TheRaydeezy]

Would love to see a review of the new MazdaCX-9!

[@mkb1690]

That is the most grandma-like color ever! And the exterior looks straight out of 2010! Been in one and the interior was creeking like crazy! Interior looks very comfortable, and the new highlander looks like a Lexus so thats good.

[@JulezWinnfield]

Toyota should make an aggressive Sport model of the Highlander. Monochromatic paint, lowered suspension, blacked out wheels and front grill with a slight touch chrome would look kind of badass.

[@guymann4016]

2021 🥱

[@greymatterr11]

I like his reviews to a certain extent. I feel like 90% of the time he complains about a lot of things that he personally considers not up to "par". Reviews should be more informative rather than pointing out areas that the reviewer doesn't like. I have the 2014 Higlander Limited and do you think i care that the leather stitching on the dashboard is fake? Do you think i care how fast the tailgate opens? We get so spoiled all the time with technology that now people complain about things that we used to do manually in the past!

[@cameronmcalister5310]

guillecanales11 You may be a little misguided. Usually a review is what the reviewer may or may not like and warm consumers of these flaws. Overviews are more what you are describing where the reviewer doesn't put in any input and usually just describes the vehicle in detail. Sorry if I offended you in any way.

[@jasperdilincoln2341]

Please do the 2018 highlander

[@kyliejohnston3563]

Jasper DiLincoln why not 2011

[@godfatherNYC]

These are beautiful in this generation. That price, though! Also I really want the Hybrid and that's a lot of dough, too. Such great design though.

[@TheAdditionalPylons]

Knew a few people who owned older versions of the highlander. Functions fine so long as you dont use it like an SUV. The family that used it like a city minivan got 16 years out of theirs. The family that went camping a lot dumped theirs after just 4.

[@jeffsiemens4485]

It would be nice if you demonstrated the stereo speakers and gave your impression of sound quality in your reviews. It’s one thing you never seem to talk about.

[@salinachiwdhry6583]

Best reviewer on youtube☺

[@marcodarko6941]

That was a really great review. I have so much I want to say in relation to Toyota now (October 2023) and in contrast to the car industry overall today but I don't feel like writing another novel here in the comment section. I am extremely disappointed with Toyota now. This really put a lot a whole lot into perspective for me as a current owner of a very similar Highlander (Limited AWD) that I am extremely pleased with. Those seats didn't age very well though, my only gripe and I accept them as they are because I absolutely love everything else.

[@TCY110]

Waiting for you to review the 2017 highlander.

[@audie2574]

Look up the 8 speed transmission problems. ☹

[@coureurdebois]

meh, i have absolutely no interest in this, but im watching it anywise

[@lukehoisington4236]

so am I. I'm waiting for my dad lol

[@coureurdebois]

im waiting for my mom, i am 8.5 years old

[@lukehoisington4236]

+justin bouche lol I'm 21 I'm picking my dad up at work.

[@coureurdebois]

Luke Hoisington i lied im only 5.8 years old

[@Ndasuunye]

its always nice to watch car reviews.

[@akshayd82]

How would you compare this to the Sorento as Sorento has more legroom and features but just a smaller cargo area?

[@muneebk97]

I'm surprised at the fact that you didn't mention how cheap the key fob quality is?

[@ogmac0625]

As long as there is push button start there ain't nothing to complain about

[@geraldsanon3493]

+Jonny Britton true

[@muneebk97]

+Jonny Britton still something to consider?

[@ogmac0625]

F Khan There isn't a remote start

[@alanexknight9810]

Why so? Want to make this car 50k with great remote, push button, sporty alloy wheels, Panaromic roof,etc? You guys are dumb.

[@zolitariglussey6302]

Great Review, you told me everything I wanted to know, Thanks!!

[@SuperKAgility]

Highlander Limited with larger touchscreen do come with remote start. You just need to know how to get to it. Access isn't straight forward but not hard to make work.

[@bill7481]

So, no LED or HID headlights? In 2016? For a $45,000 vehicle? At some point reliability alone just doesn't cut it!

[@ravenjames3873]

reliability is more important than some cool looking light. id buy this.

[@billlee9367]

The reliability excuse gets tired when they keep falling behind in innovation and technology. With their logic I'm surprised they replaced roll up windows.

[@youngice8207]

Are you people stupid just be glad there is lights it’s not that big of a deal

[@amarir7303]

Yes! He reviewed the highlander!

[@Shortyssk8r353]

and it's called sofex! it is more durable than leather and requires less upkeep. can clean easy with soap n water.

[@marcodarko6941]

It is leather on the four chairs, the seating surfaces only of the four captains chairs and vinyl on the rest. The third row is softex.

[@brucec43]

Road trips. What about high speed stability and emergency maneuvers? Would you feel confident in this?

[@furtalance_x]

Im looking to get one in canada today. I cant decide between limited and XLE. Same price but Limited has 35K more miles on it.

[@Lanpenn]

Sofyan, for a car with a good relationship between cost (including maintenance) and fun-to-drive, which car do you think it's better: 2006-2011 Audi A4/A3 Sportback, 2006-2011 Honda Civic Si, 2006-2009 VW GTI or 2008-2012 Honda Accord V6?

[@dennisgibbs5708]

I like this Highlander. Where is your dealership? What do you $$ need? Thank you!

[@NisuUuno]

Dodge Durango review also please. Thats the one I would buy. With the HEMI ofcourse

[@Josh-179]

Being discontinued next year.

[@jxmar_]

Dr Nisu Unn the Durango is a piece of shit!!! Is unreliable Af!

[@maxburgess7040]

Love how I watched a Honda Ad before this lol

[@thephranc]

That shelf reminds me of my 1980 AMC Spirit.

[@Ken-jw4xk]

Hopefully you'll do a video on the 2017.

[@KudosFeldham]

I've been researching this car for a few days bc I'm interested in buying one; however, please explain again why you have to floor-it to get it to go down a gear...... bc who would want a car that does that???

[@sopheathunofficial9793]

Hello bro, can Hyundai Santafe 2017 compare or compete with Highlander 2016? I like Highland but abit expensive so I prefer Santafe instead. Pls give advice. Thank

[@greymatterr11]

Will there be a review for the 2018 highlander? I want to see what you think of the new transmission.

[@baldheadlogic]

Great Review. I like this vehicle but feel that it needs to lose some weight and certainly needs an updated powertrain and newer info tech stuff.

[@sethfranklin8079]

great review!! can we get a rav4 review? thanks!!

[@dustinleonsky4513]

It has the same 3.5 Liter V6 that's in my 2007 Toyota Avalon Limited.

[@kgisabeast]

This or a 4Runner though?

[@recaanharb]

Hey Sofyan! Would you be willing to review my 2001 Honda Prelude? It's a manual and people love that car. I live in the NoVA area! let me know!

[@recaanharb]

***** Yeah dude i saw! It's a great watch. I loved it. But I just wanted to see, since he lives so close to me, if he wanted to give us his own opinions on it.

[@Smalltownflyer]

Does the 2016 have the ambient lighting on the doors and inside that front shelf ? Thanks ! Trying to decide between 2016 and a 2017 😎

[@carycoller3140]

I'm shopping the 2016 Highlander XLE against the 2014 Range Rover Sport. Audience opinions?

[@gabymover]

Cary Coller go with highlander I got my highlander 2016 used 2 weeks ago and and I did the best choice Toyota is more reliables cars all the way

[@thecarelectronicguy687]

Hey Sofyan, hate to bring up a sore topic, but do you have any new updates to share on Henry's S2000 crash?

[@theredline]

I haven't seen the car in person but I saw a photo and its totaled. Police report says he was driving on a narrow two lane back road when his car left the road for unknown reasons. I think it was most likely a deer that forced him to swerve causing him to drive into a tree stump and making his vehicle overturn several times. It was a very sudden and tragic accident and it has really opened my eyes to just how unsafe convertibles can be, especially without good rollover protection. -Sofyan

[@thecarelectronicguy687]

+Redline Reviews Agreed, as cool as the S2000, and even the Miata are, I will never own one for this exact reason. You can have almost as much fun in a Civic Si with the sunroof open, or even in a Mazda 3 S. Also, did he have the top down when the crash occurred?

[@maxburgess7040]

So sorry about the loss of your friend Sofyan :(

[@PHope-sl4nj]

Gotta Love Highlanders.

[@guy990]

great review and points. love the videos

[@joeyspoortoilet1410]

best reviewer ever...

[@starstar4263]

So, how much for this car?.Thanks!

[@Doggie504504]

The remote start us available, but not even standard on this 46k truck.

[@charleskibageta]

It looks good, how much does cost to tanzania!!

[@collind6895]

Can you do a video on the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta and 2016 Volkswagen Golf

[@Alisters_Adventures]

Such an expensive SUV with no option for LED headlights or HID headlights, when even the base model Corolla has standard LED headlights.

[@jmen8888]

Agree. Needs HID OR LEDS! UNBELIEVABLE!

[@alanexknight9810]

They'll add LED In 2017 for all models including cheaper ones.

[@Lanpenn]

It's because you still not see our Toyota Hilux SW4 in Brazil... PS: Sorry for any English error...

[@jmen8888]

Amazing Toyota had the Corolla LED's since 2014 but the expensive Highlander is getting them for 2017. I hope they are brighter and light up the road better then the Corolla.

[@Jonathaneve5]

HID kits are pretty cheap, lol

[@CARBONHAWK1]

Can you review a Town and Country since its its last year before the Pacifica replaces it.

[@chizziexoxo]

Sofyan, will you ever review the Nissan Pathfinder?

[@muneebk97]

He doesn't have a choice as to what vehicles he can review. He just reviews the vehicles they send him

[@jojopimentel9402]

pathfinder is ugly! look like a minivan!

[@waqaspathan3337]

+F Khan I thought he goes to the dealership and asks them if he can review it so his viewers get introduced to the vehicle?

[@waqaspathan3337]

And I really want him to review that car when it gets refreshed. I have the 2014 platinum model and it is borderline infinity, very nice car

[@chizziexoxo]

+Jojo Pimentel not necessarily.

[@dongidongi]

Direct Injection and 8 speed auto plus a lot of changes coming in 2017.

[@aujla7564]

it doesn't need more power tho...it has a hybrid setup for more power and efficency

[@elliottmanning4116]

What part of the D.C. area was Sofyan driving at? Those houses were beautiful.

[@princedarkness8029]

Arush Singh where does he live in VA?

[@juanzingarello4005]

That is very weird that it has no LED headlights at all. I have them in my Rav4 SE. And the refresh neglected to include them again. I guess you can just put LED bulbs in there. They make LED bulbs for just about everything now.

[@Jonathaneve5]

Juan Zingarello Or HID kits.

[@Deuce_Dufresne]

Another excellent review.

[@zolitariglussey6302]

is that a gun, keyboard or guitar case in the back?

[@Ricky-ms4fu]

when you getting the 2017 model

[@JohnDoe-nz6bk]

Needs dual exhaust and HIDs.. I own a 2016 limited.

[@nicktune1219]

I LOVE IT SOFYAN

[@cmcmanu8]

The first generation Highlander did offer a third row

[@kyliejohnston3563]

It's looking like there is 2 seats in the middle why isn't 3

[@zhaoguanyugary]

Sofyan, please please review the 2017 e class

[@Nestle245]

A big jeep that drives and feels like a Camry? Impressive

[@Josh-179]

Please don't tell me you call all SUV's "jeeps".

[@JanuzBerisha]

Sofyan, please review the new Audi Q7 :D

[@adejohn1937]

Does it have a remote start?

[@CASTI617]

Can you do a review on the 2017 Nissan Pathfinder? Please. 😊

[@EndlesSuffering]

Yuck

[@ogmac0625]

Where's the Honda Rigeline

[@theredline]

We have a Ridgeline Black Edition scheduled next month!

[@ogmac0625]

Redline Reviews Thanks I was worried about it

[@rickyastorga5069]

can u do a review of the 2017 mazda CX-9

[@CarlosAlberto-xx3of]

2016 Honda Pilot review ?

[@SR3TG119]

Why can't Toyota put some nice finished exhaust tips on these, rear end looks so uninspiring

[@NS416]

will you be revewing the updated 2017 Pathfinder?

[@waqaspathan3337]

Hopefully when they refresh it, i have the 2014 model i think, so personally i would like to see a review of the Pathfinder when it gets a complete redesign and such

[@bittertruth201]

Does Toyota highlander 2016 limited platinum hybrid have auto temperature control?

[@dsi19961]

Can you please review a first gen Highlander?

[@Josh-179]

That would be kinda weird for someone to review a 15 year old vehicle. You're going to have to find a 200,000 mile example at a crappy used car place and test it yourself.

[@dsi19961]

+Josh L based off the new highlander, you will always look back into the history of the vehicle. how it was first made, you can now see how the highlander has made it to being successful SUV in the market today. Yes I can go, test one by myself. I actually own one, it is a 04 highlander limited.

[@ceetwyce335]

You stated that the first Gen Hilander wasn't available with third row seating...this is not true. I worked in the car rental industry and have cleaned a few that did.

[@theredline]

The 3rd row option in the first generation became available in 2004.

[@winstonbailey4390]

is there any type of chance of a 4runner limited ??

[@theredline]

We've been requesting a 4Runner but there isn't one in the DC press fleet at this time. We'll keep trying to get one to review for you guys though :)

[@BrendanPJames]

The first gen DID come with a third row

[@UD747RED]

Maybe but he use some more camera angles, watch the video carefully.

[@shellcasing1040]

It is kinda late to be reviewing a 2016 model.

[@sleepsoon000]

Will you be doing a review on the Chevy Traverse??

[@theredline]

We've got the all-new 2017 GMC Acadia right now.

[@lukehoisington4236]

my grandparents had a 2004 with a 3rd row.

[@730F-Sport]

can you review more sports cars pls

[@davidmafla5872]

Sofyan can you review The Lexus rx

[@malutai55]

can you do a 2016 ford exploer

[@permanentwave]

Does it have a timing chain and non interference engine ?

[@Zues_007]

can u review the new honda ridgeline truck

[@cooperthomas8602]

Love the video

[@zeeshanrahman5452]

whats the soundtrack in 0:26 ?

[@dallywhackerify]

turn up the volume to hear you talk, then get blasted with music, then can't hear you talk. Have to be vigilant with the volume control...