2020 Toyota Highlander Night Review & Drive (Adaptive Headlights, Ambient lights, Etc)

[@PrimeAutotainment]

What do you think of the Highlander interior/exterior lights?! The full review will be published soon..subscribe and click the bell so you don’t miss it 👍 *Thanks for watching and have a great day!*

[@andrewenglish3810]

New generations of vehicles never have all the features, it always takes a year or two after that before they come out with all the features like LED signal lights, dimming and power folding mirrors. etc. If they included everything with the first new generation vehicle no one would buy the later year models. :)

[@braeden5361]

Hello

[@bigearl8687]

can you get leather seats with the base model? can my phone navigation be displayed on the highlander screen

[@PrimeAutotainment]

BIG EARL base model only allows cloth. Leather starts at the mid level XLE - there might be synthetic leather (softex) available on LE, can’t remember. Yes you can see your phone navigation on the screen through Apple CarPlay or android auto on any trim level 👍

[@bigearl8687]

@@PrimeAutotainment appreciate your response and information....I want one, I have to buy a car 4 work, then I'll finance the high lander , my Honda accord, it's time for another 1, 401k miles

[@suthius85]

I wish more auto journalists would do night reviews/driving! Keep up the great work

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Thank you!

[@tomheringer2047]

Excellent review. Very informative. A thorough night driving analysis should be included in every new car review and test drive.

[@northpark4337]

I really wish they provided the option of bench seats on this trim as third row is very tight.

[@mwheeler22]

I have the 2020 Gray Metallic color Toyota Highlander Platinum and I Luv the Sport mode it handles really well on the road, the seats are so soft and comfortable during long rides very comfortable.

[@lulubelle2010]

Just bought my platinum highlander today! In the opalent amber color either the harvest beige interior! LOVE everything about it!

[@Mr.Das1983]

Happy for you. Enjoy the best car in the world. 😊 Big fan of Scotty and Toyota. I wish I can buy a Highlander for my next car, own a Camry now.

[@ginger-bread_man]

Congrats - hybrid or gas?

[@kanevivalakane3699]

Congrats man..new cars r awesome

[@LCasson2417]

Just got my 2021 Opulent Amber/harvest beige Limited yesterday and love it! Not quite the Platinum but still amazing. Traded our 2016 XLE for it. Very happy with the better ride, too plus all the safety features.

[@Shane23Armada]

How is it so far?

[@ytPiglet]

I love this night review concept

[@johnnyrobby1]

I love that you do these adaptive cornering light reviews! Please do more on other vehicles!

[@vincentbianchi3361]

Best night review for highlander

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Thank you!

[@91myroc]

Shopping for a 2020-24 Highlander Platinum and your video has me sold on definitely getting one more room for a father of three. With all the things that are non LED that doesn’t bother me I can simply add LED bulbs on my own. I’d love one in Moondust Metallic with Glazed Caramel interior or Cypress Green with Glazed Caramel.

[@MoNoK15]

Interior looks nice 👌 Looks like a comfy riding machine. Appreciate the review buddy.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

MoNo K it sure is, smooth sailing. Thanks for stopping by sir! 😁👍

[@panzer_TZ]

The interior better be nice for $50,000.

[@pols1940]

Awesome!!! 👍Another great night review… I had a question regarding the kick sensor on highlanders. If you were to get a factory hitch added to a highlander, will that interfere with the hands free lift gate? (Kick feature for lift gate).

[@brianpetersen3429]

Excellent unique review.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Thank you!

[@wonderwomandiana6461]

Sooo true, no light for the rear end of this vehicle . Thank for that reminder. Perfect perfect presentation

[@nawazwalizai786]

Thank you 🙏 again for a great review, and the most wanted review 🤩

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Thank you for watching 😁👍

[@MrPTR91]

Great review, bro. Enjoyed it. I want this new Highlander! I need it. Very nice vehicle. Love the LEDs.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Thank you! For sure, they did a great job with it!

[@jste4310]

In my '19 Accord Sport 2.0L, I get LED turn signals and LED license plate lights.

[@shoman24v]

Not sure if the 2022's fix the interior (at least) incandescent lights, but that's one the several things that bug me about this car. We're looking at this or the Palisade (haven't decided) but I am not sure why they cut corners by using incandescent lights on both the interior and exterior. Especially at this price point, there's really no excuse. You didn't mention it, but can the ambient lighting color be changed? Also, is auto stop/start always on when you start the vehicle regardless if you turn it off? Great video btw.

[@wonderwomandiana6461]

Pop-up rear window is lifesaver hauling something long that sticks out the back and the whole sideview mirrors should power towards vehicle . Is lifesaver also drive -thrus and vehicles passing next to an pricey Highlander in parking lots. Your presentation description details are professionally explained

[@dianec6290]

Love your videos. Great job. Can you please do one like this on the Telluride?

[@noelsilva8887]

Well I would change those turn to led off the back. And any other non led lights

[@JoshSmith-me7oe]

Whenever I test drive a car, I also like to drive it at night because that’s just as important, if not more important.

[@kchiker]

There is a way to turn off the blue ambient light. Go to the menu, vehicle customization, then lights. Turn off the interior auto time to off. This will turn off the interior lights even when the door is opened.

[@AppleiOSGenius]

How do you adjust the brightness of the ambient light

[@AppleiOSGenius]

Is there a way to change the bulb or stuck behind dashboard

[@TK-rj4of]

can you customize the screen in the settings to make the whole screen show one, two, or three items showing. Like navigation, or weather?

[@AppleiOSGenius]

How did you change the ambient light brightness mine is very low

[@wlit]

Can you change the color on the Ambient interior lighting?

[@iftekeruddin7116]

The navigation or Apple car play doesn’t take up all the screen is that right ? I really wish Toyota did the full screen thing.

[@bg4406]

Does the rear passenger door have puddle light? Mine only have them on the front door which is odd

[@dgchvz]

I love that broken water pipe in the rear view mirror

[@bogart5131]

front signal light would be best when located at the very side, like those of prado 2015 front signal light location

[@anotherbrickonthewall]

Is there a way to dim the infotainment screen? I notice especially if you stop, turn off the headlights, that infotainment screen goes into daylight mode and is extremely blinding.

[@jasonjeong9444]

How did you adjust the ambient lighting brightness? I’m having a tough time figuring it out? Also, is there a way to shut off the auto engine start instead of pressing that button every time i start the car???

[@furiousphoenix7526]

Do you know how to brighten up the ambient lights inside the car? They seem a bit low in my car

[@bnewbs23]

how many of these lighting options are standard vs optional and how many are trim level dependent?

[@dingdingdonglistentotheson3999]

*As far as I am concerned, the Limited and Platinum only have the illuminated ambient interior. The LED tail lights are standard though.* *It is the same for the 2017/2018/2019 models.*

[@TeamGodandChrist90s]

Time to drive this beast! LED lights all the way!

[@truthseeker002]

Can the ambient lighting change colors?

[@dodoval]

Hello, thanks for the review!, I have a question, is this the highest trim? do other trims have LED interior lighting ?

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Hi Valeria, yes this is the highest trim - Platinum. This trim and the Limited trim both have this ambient lighting

[@dodoval]

@@PrimeAutotainment thanks for answering 😁, hopefully you continue making more videos.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Valeria Reyes I will 😁

[@nashhenry9314]

Will you do one for the 2021 version please thank you love you.

[@ericx7736]

could you do 24 CX-90 driving in the same road in dark?

[@tonyhasfun]

FYI the feature is not available in Canadian models for some reason..

[@ShivPatel-xk2dr]

I’ve the limited trim! How do you adjust ambient light brightness???

[@Gabrielfabian1]

Hello! I have a Toyota Sienna 2021!! And I don’t have any idea how dimming de ambient lights!! Any help here?

[@KossRentyuk]

I can confirm that lower trim has lights that are I just way too high in my first week driving I had about five people flashing me highbeams so I had to adjust it myself because I hate going to the dealer but a lot of people don’t even bother

[@kristi5024]

How did you adjust them? I called my dealership and they said there is nothing they can do.

[@KossRentyuk]

@@kristi5024 I found a video here on KZbin, it is a little bit confusing but it is really easy once you take a look at it there’s a wheel there you spin to adjust up or down. My perfect level would be just below the other cars rearview mirrors. I found a big parking lot with not that many cars in it to verify that I got it right.

[@andresrenderos]

Anyone knows every car i encounter on my road flash the lights up me, like if i have the high beams up. But i dont. Anyone has had the same problem?

[@EugeneKulik]

Hey, nice review, thank you! May I ask you if the interior ambient lights are available same for Limited trim? Or this option is for Platinum trim only?

[@annosborn7759]

Our 2022 Highlander Hybrid Limited has ambient lighting

[@EugeneKulik]

@@annosborn7759 thank you:) that’s perfect as I am still waiting for my car from USA to be delivered to Ukraine, and we do not have Platinum here, only Limited, that’s why I was asking. Thank you, again!

[@Axtec36]

Beautiful SUV.

[@jordanreiners7289]

What do you think the best work truck is for construction if I'm not going to pull anything with a trailer. Also it would have to be reaible.

[@danielhabte7847]

Tacoma or Ridgeline

[@dearbulls]

That central mirror camera seems to have a bit of lag. Did you notice that in your driving?

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Yes if I remember right it does seem to have a noticeable lag. I don’t think there was ever a time it was bad enough to really make much of a difference but it’s noticeable

[@dearbulls]

@@golferpro1241 would you mind to take some night drive videos? It's something hard to see when testing with dealers in the daytime

[@jaygee1569]

Question: when you have the camera on in the rear view mirror, can the camera be dimmed while driving at night? Also when I test drove a limited, this has a really dangerous and large blind spot and coverage with just the rear view mirror was in my mind a bit unsafe.

[@thatkidjoly]

yeah your can make the display brighter or lower

[@thetechlibrarian]

They did a really 👍 that’s sharp looking.

[@siamahmed425]

Can you do a night review of the RAV4 hybrid?

[@PrimeAutotainment]

As soon as I can get one again I will! 👍

[@siamahmed425]

@@PrimeAutotainment thank you 👍

[@dogsquad283]

100th view yippee please could you review a pickup truck with a topper on the back and on the toppers sides it has sliding windows thanks love the vids

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Thank you! I don’t even know if I could find one lol. None of the ones they’ve given me have had a topper 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@dogsquad283]

@@PrimeAutotainment oh didn't you lol 😂 I'm sure that there will be one out there if you could please can you try and review cuz they are my fav cars maybe like a Ford ranger or a vw

[@wonderwomandiana6461]

P S , the blinkers to turn left or right a dimensionality small for other drivers to notice it's blinking behind the Highlander more dangerous during the day at night the rear blinkers blend in the the rear lights. Alot of drivers out there don't wear glasses or even busy texting. The blinkers don't pop-out bright or long enough to be noticed . Well, you didn't build the vehicle

[@wonderwomandiana6461]

Well. I'm not a gang type person to have the interior ambient light to stay on. I prefer privacy because people are nosy . Such wonderful details to point out

[@dingdingdonglistentotheson3999]

*The interior light is very soft and has short extension. It will not illuminate any far from where it gleams in the dark. Its purpose is only to illuminate the area where the light is focused on so that the car interior can still be visible to your eye, not only the bottons and switches.*

[@carlauditts8514]

I wonder how long it takes to warm up the interior in winter time .

[@dripz_freshchanyyt308]

It doesn't take long, the power on the car is very strong for the air conditioning. My dads 2020 Highlander is very quick at heating up the car. Mostly every new car has fast heating.

[@carlauditts8514]

@@dripz_freshchanyyt308 I’m buying 2021 forester touring today. I’m trading my 2018 XT turbo. I preferred the new tech n fresh style of forester than the turbo.Toyota Highlander didn’t convince me. It’s expensive and price isn’t worth it. So much dislikes from Highlander

[@dripz_freshchanyyt308]

@@carlauditts8514 The forester isn't a bad car for 5 people. My Moms 2018 Kia Sportage Ex has like somewhat same interior but different systems. Congrats on Puchasing a nice vehicle

[@khamisalkhusiabi2678]

Which one you think it's better between RX350L and highlander?

[@PrimeAutotainment]

I would go Highlander. I feel it’s just as nice, a bit more practical and costs less. Same engine and transmission

[@khamisalkhusiabi2678]

@@PrimeAutotainment thank you very much 🌹 🌹

[@Ryan2022]

@@PrimeAutotainment agreed. The third row in the RXL is practically useless. In the Highlander it is tight and good for what third Rows Are normally used for In this class of vehicle which would be: dogs, young children who are old enough to not be in a car seat, and the most popular use which is to fold them down for more cargo. At first glance The RXL looks similar in price but upon closer examination that is without any extras and you can’t even get the panoramic moonroof in the RXL. It’s pretty much useless without the $6000 luxury package added

[@mobgma]

love night vids! nobody does them

[@Hellocali1]

Did the 20 inch wheels make you feel the bumps?

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Yes the bumps were noticeable but overall still a nice ride

[@maverick3449]

Now still order this one?

[@LeoTheShortGuy]

Super nice

[@thanhhungrestaurant8348]

It's really shitty that the Canadian version does not have Self-levelling/Adaptive LED headlamps. I'm waiting for my Hybrid Platinum, and it's a little downer to know that it does not equipped with that feature...I would not hesitate to pay a little extra for that feature. Also, my salesman confirmed that my 2021 Hybrid Platinum has Road Signs Assistance/Recognition, but in ToyotaNation Forum, a Canadian guy seemed to agree that our(Canadian) version does not have RSA. My other 2020 Mazda 3 Sedan AWD GT Premium cost half of the 2021 Hybrid Platinum and it has all the Highlander's PLUS the Self-levelling & Adaptive LED Headlamps and RSA. Would I still buy the Highlander had I known? ...Probably....or, maybe wait for 2022 - they may(or may not) put those features in. It's still a beautiful car inside and out.

[@pom1711]

what’s up with the screen flickering tho? Love the car

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Yeah sorry about that, it’s just because of the Camera...it didn’t actually do it in person 👍

[@bryvlogs6297]

9:17 the front map lights are LED. I don’t see any fading when turning on or off.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Yep that’s my bad! I didn’t realize it, and I’m glad to see Toyota used a lower kelvin light so it’s not as harsh as most interior LEDs

[@bryvlogs6297]

Have you seen or heard about the redesigned 2021 Toyota Sienna?

[@noelsilva8887]

I would just change the signal light to led.

[@eduardodegiron1914]

i'm a fan of toyota but i really don't understand why toyota continues without adding better ambient lighting to their cars like mercedez benz or bmw do

[@NW87]

1:40 At this side look like a Corolla Cross

[@AJ-xm4xc]

No corolla cross in the US.

[@iCodyonline]

You’re almost at half a tank and you have 97 miles to empty? Am I missing something?

[@dongdonliu1]

Great review. Just a little pricey for my blood.

[@epicwatchme8750]

Very nice video

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Epic WatchMe thank you!

[@wonderwomandiana6461]

Oh my lumination to press to turn on and off in specific areas thank you

[@Shane23Armada]

Obsulutey beautiful crossover.

[@22Kevi]

I applaud Toyota for the overall redesign. However, kinda sad about the areas in which they cheaped out, such as with the lighting in the rear and cargo area. I mean, I can understand the incandescent lighting in the interior, but I mean, no lighting in the cargo area? Incandescent lights for the tail lights and license plate? Come on, Toyata, you put all of these things on a 30-40 grand Rav4!

[@PrimeAutotainment]

22Kevi yep I feel ya! Toyota did a lot with this new Highlander but there are definitely areas where they just blatantly bowed down to Lexus, I’m guessing lol. It like you said with the Rav...idk. Probably cuz the RAV4 is the top seller they wanted to keep it that way against CRV etc lol

[@wanderse1]

22Kevi Should be an easy led bulb upgrade in the cargo area.

[@22Kevi]

WayneO LamO I get that. However, we shouldn’t have to do that. Especially since the majority of competitors are adding them standard and especially since if the money we’re spending is for the higher trim.

[@thetechlibrarian]

I agree my favorite is still the 2012 Highlander And RAV4’s

[@e2xx911]

Do the Honda Pilot please.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

If I can get one I will!

[@LeoTheShortGuy]

Split screen makes me sad. I be greedy. Lol.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Me too lol it’s like getting cheated out

[@jpthsd]

Honestly to tell, Highlander Infotainment Dashboard looks like an airplane control dashboard...too many things light up :)...I hope maybe 2023 or 2024 Toyota might bring some simplicities onto their Dashboard :) ..!!

[@yufan6704]

more wonder for RX

[@symoonstar23]

This is CVT... How strong tht CVT belt last & to be replc. Wht d cost$$

[@PrimeAutotainment]

This has an 8-speed automatic

[@berezun]

Hybrid comes with eCVT that has chain.

[@jxmar_]

Why would you want to cover such nice lighting?

[@googleaccount6931]

Incandescent turn signals😐😐😐. Even the Corolla has led turn signals upfront

[@exoticcar5482]

And the hatchback version has them front and rear even on the lowest trim

[@thedronescene7474]

Why would you pay 51K for this one when you can buy a fully loaded NX300 for that same amount? You can even get a RX350 for that money.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

This was a press vehicle - not mine lol. But the NX is much smaller and IMO not nearly as nice at the moment. The RX has the exact same power train, similar features, but is also a little smaller too. Depends on the buyers wants

[@JoeGX460]

Rx350 7 passengers is around 10k more than the highlander platinum.

[@shortsvidup5322]

You have more features in 🇺🇸 but here in KSA u will not get these features

[@shawanjalu8399]

52K is too much for this you can Q7 around that price

[@marco.morel04]

Well, you can get a base model Q7 or a fully loaded Highlander. Audi is really bad at giving you any features on their Premium models, you have to step up to Premium Plus if you really want much of anything and at that point you’re crossing into 60K so the Highlander makes much more sense unless you care that much about what badge your car wears

[@kHoPhAe]

@@marco.morel04 That's my issue with people who become your personal accountant and tell you what you could have gotten

[@marco.morel04]

@@kHoPhAe right? like I bought what I like with the features I want at a price that worked for me.

[@kHoPhAe]

@@marco.morel04 exactly!

[@flexnlexus129]

Punching the fucking air wishing I got the XLE instead of the LE

[@yeulakho6574]

need to be more muscular 😁😄. Dome lights, license plate lights need to be LED too.

[@kotkesha]

Yea Toyota is always late with technology turn signal , analog instrument cluster etc..., on Siennas downgrade engine plus terrible design .Honda's long time removed gearshift handle WF is going on toyota.

[@FxNitr0]

It’s a shame even my 2011 Lexus ES 350 has adaptive lights and I’ll tell you this they don’t improve visibility, even Apple car play can be installed aftermarket with some mirroring technology, only buy this car if you want the interior redesign, 2017 Highlander is just a good even better aftermarket headlights, my aftermarket leds on mine can easily smoke these lights

[@yoanisperez322]

I still don't like the front

[@wopjohn]

Why waste everybody time reviewing a $50000 car 90% of the people watching can't afford?

[@PrimeAutotainment]

I didn’t choose this trim level. And I didn’t ask you to watch it lol. Why like your own comment?

[@tommihelich2613]

@@PrimeAutotainment GREAT REPLY! I might add that I’m waiting for a better financing offer from Toyota before I spring for the Hybrid Limited with the standard screen.

[@crodrig411]

Bulky screen got to go ,poor Design,should be built into Dash,this year exterior colors boring

[@robertren23]

Sorry buy Toyota is overrated trash! No offense or anything but Toyota Jacks up their prices for very cheap quality and get calls themselves reliable when in fact they aren't. They have more recalls then most car manufacturers.