2023 Toyota Highlander | An Improved Appliance

We review the updated 2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid a machine now devoid of the V6 drivetrain. We detail the changes to tech and mechanicals to showcase the future of Toyota products. Others to consider are Honda Pilot, Kia Telluride, Toyota Sienna, and Ford Explorer.
#cars #family #toyota
Index:
00:00 Interior and Exterior
3:24 Mechanical Impressions
5:29 Driving Impressions
9:25 Final Thoughts

[@nelsonricciardi7087]

The fact that the great 6 cyl is no more can't be ignored. That is one of the best powertrains the auto industry has ever produced, from whatever angle you want to analyze it. We had two of them, 200k miles each, never a concern. And yes, we tested the hibrid. It is not refined, it shouts, and changes the driving experience very clearly.

[@future62]

I have plenty of seat time in the big 3 Japanese V6s (2GR, VQ, J) and the Toyota 2GR (not the Lexus one) is the worst by far. Plus IMO all these V6s are too thin on torque for 4000-5000lb behemoths like this. Revs are the enemy in a 7 passenger family hauler. So these turbo 4s are an upgrade.

[@fearhand12]

@@future62 Yeah there's a reason they've been using this turbo in Lexus products for a bit. It floats to highway speeds way easier with the extra ~40-50 lb/ft of torque

[@brittoncoil2518]

@@future62 what’s wrong with the Toyota v6? Plenty of power and very smooth. All the Japanese v6 s are fantastic and so smooth in my opinion

[@marcinhernik1270]

This was the debate when the 2020 came out. Opted out on the V6 Platinum being that this is a car that I plan on keeping up to 300k, I don't want to think about it for the next 10 to 15 years. No matter how you slice it, this V6 is one of Toyotas greatest engines along with their V8s. Any complaints about efficiency go away when you take the car cross country. I squeezed 32 mpgs on the highway in comfort cross country. Driving dynamics can be improved with better tires and lighter wheels on this thing and a beefier rear sway bar if needed, plus the platinum comes with an upgraded rear diff. If anyone wants it to sing and perform... you can get yourself a Lotus Evora or an up and coming Emira, there is a reason a Lotus is now a desired sports car. It will last.

[@lawrenceralph7481]

The hybrid pulls noticeably better and more refined from a stop than the V6. The V6 pulls better from 30-80. Except under heavy acceleration the hybrid is more refined. And the hybrid mpg seems miraculous. Given excellent maintenance and timely repairs, the traction battery life of 200-250k miles (and the very high prices of the other hybrid components) is likely to shorten the service life of a hybrid over a comparably used and maintained V6. At least I hoped so when I replaced my 09 hybrid with a 17 ICE. But for most drivers purchasing the RAV4 is the better value. Car prices have gotten stupid.

[@MukiMuki688]

The *patented* StarBucks ball-warmer 8:16 This is what I call top quality content

[@Dowlphin]

Not recommended for McDrive customers.

[@pan4632]

I have a V6 Rav4 from 2007 still running strong and smooth to this day. The car isn't great but that engine will never die

[@realcreamofwheat7728]

I have an 07 Hyundai with a v6 and I say the exact same thing!

[@summerforever6736]

Keep it as long as you can!

[@FahlstromJohn]

I have a 2005 w v6 346000 mi...strong and more comfortable than my 2013 highlander

[@ravipeiris4388]

Also, you have 269 hp. A sleeper to be sure.

[@SkittyDoogle]

I think it's a crime to not notice these guys' excellent taste in music. Vulfpeck is an amazing band and New Guru is a fantastic song.

[@959porsche]

Tee time

[@Dowlphin]

Butt what about that other one? 😅

[@GuyGamer1]

Mark makes most of the background music in these videos. He has a very broad taste in music and there's often some cool niche stuff playing on the infotainment.

[@qx4n9e1xp]

We know of an ancient radiation that haunts dismembered constellations

[@travisthornton1792]

Yeah if anyone could identify the song at 5:29, I’d appreciate it

[@brentbushnell2715]

Thanks for making me glad that we made money trading in a leased RAV4 and bought a V6 2022 Highlander in September!

[@andreipiv]

The hybrid through slow ish city streets with traffic is pretty damn good. We all miss the V6 though.

[@boboutelama5748]

The hybrid 2.5 is excellent for city traffic and "normal" application driving. I honestly miss nothing with it when I drive normally. Only when I'm driving like I stole it, is the experience horrendous. I really wish they had a "performance drive" oriented hybrid, like you find on the LC500h or the outgoing Crown 3.5 hybrid. My thought on this, is that Toyota missed an opportunity as they pushed the 2GR 3.5 over and over and over again. There was the chance to build a smaller displacement engine. A 2.8 inline 6 or V6 would, now, fit perfectly in the times we are going through. They could offer this with their hybrid "performance" lineup, and be good and well on any market.

[@proudam3969]

Use 91 octane gas it will run better....engine will be more quiet and more horsepower......I have a 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and I always use 91 octane gas.

[@Youtubeuser1aa]

@@proudam3969 sounds like a waste of money.

[@proudam3969]

@@KZbinuser1aa Then how come my 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid runs faster and more quiet with the 91 octane and engine revs a lot higher with the 87 octane and still feels sluggish? Gas is cheaper than an engine replacement. I don't mind spending the extra 20 cents a gallon in exchange for a faster and more quieter engine with lower engine revs. Sometimes it doesn't make sense to cheap out.

[@Youtubeuser1aa]

@@proudam3969 higher octane fuel does nothing for engines requiring lower octane fuel. Then difference is that higher octane is required for higher compression to avoid pre ignition. It’s a waste of money. Sorry.

[@farcinue]

Lol at all the macho comments. If you’re looking at mid sized crossovers, then you are no longer shopping for sports cars.

[@nacholibre1465]

The lengths people will go to in order to not drive a minivan and tell themselves "it's cooler" is really beyond me.

[@artieartya]

I would die before I drive a minivan. Plus my wife has threatened me multiple times if I ever buy her a minivan D for divorce. Pretty sure if there’s one there’s many more.

[@tinhinnh]

i like the new sienna

[@nacholibre1465]

@Arthur Oh I've heard it before, but honestly the hum drum soccer mom suv isn't cool, imo the sienna at least attempts to have different styling but it's not "cool" eithe, but it's a hell of a lot more practical.

[@naveenthemachine]

@Zombie Hunter i wouldn’t say it’s good for space the TNGA platform

[@nacholibre1465]

@Paul so are generic suvs

[@KNeykurs]

I'm not sure when you started doing videos in HDR but oh man it looks nice in 4K HDR on my laptop! Good job!

[@savagegeese]

Its a work in progress. Many on youtube quit on it, I am trying to make it standard on here.

[@KNeykurs]

@@savagegeese well, i definitely appreciated it. Not sure if its also my laptop but thsi video looked amazingly crisp on my new Macbook Pro laptop

[@vwbora26]

@@savagegeese watching on a 75" 4k tv and it looks amazing.

[@edf10000]

Thanks for all the great content! Best channel on the Tube.

[@hispeed83]

"Basically, if you need to store a lot of s--t and put your little bastards in the back..." 🤣🤣 Describes my life perfectly. I subscribed just because of this line!

[@yanal0611]

I love the Matt Maran cameo. We need more crossovers to expand the Genuinely Great Car KZbinrs cinematic universe.

[@zachg9065]

where is that in the vid?

[@vasantos-re4hb]

The collaboration between KZbinrs is the next great innovation. KZbin needs to promote this.

[@entertained...]

@@vasantos-re4hb careful what you ask for; yt will end up promoting only the most basic, dumbed down garbage because that's what has the most views. i mean, imagine a doug-TSP collab...

[@oi32df]

@@entertained... & add raiti's ride with them

[@Jackjackjackkk]

I didn't realize the v6 left, glad I have the 2021 XSE with V6.

[@danielmelendez9943]

Toyota and Acura are slowly departing the V6 engines ans putting 4 cylinder with turbo on their cars.. major downgrade in terms of increasing fuek efficiency… but so far all we are getting is loud engines, mediocre fuel efficiency and a monotone drive

[@summerforever6736]

What a shame

[@danielmelendez9943]

@@summerforever6736 i am looking to trade up my acura mdx 2011, V6 with SH- AWD torque vectoring but all the new SUV have 4cyl bangers with turbo or a hybrid combination, nothing like 300HP under the hood.

[@summerforever6736]

@@danielmelendez9943 yes i have a 2005 scion tc with 83K miles new condition got it new will keep it forever new cars are way to expensive and brake easy! Not wasting my money...

[@jsfbay1]

@@danielmelendez9943 The new MDX and '23 Pilot both have a V6 still.

[@will0775]

I'm just so glad I have my 2021 higlander V6.

[@meeralrafee1875]

6:09 It great to see Matt Maran was mentioned. Another channel that does great reviews.😁

[@CHEVonsteam]

I had the privilege of renting one of these things with the V6. It's hands down one of the best vehicles I've ever driven. It checks all of my boxes, gets great gas mileage for a V6 and it's got the power when you need it. I didn't want to give it back bro

[@davidr6865]

Yea I’m a big sports car guy so crossovers aren’t my thing. I got this for my wife could not beat this car for the price. We love it

[@benjaminsmith2287]

To me most of the Toyotas are the same. Kind of brilliant. The Corolla, the Camry, the RAV4, the Highlander, the Sienna, have this very pleasant, agreeable relaxing way of getting their passengers from one place to the next. The 6 is nice but even with the 4s, especially if you have a hybrid, they're just incredibly pleasant.

[@blaken3824]

I bought a 23 HiHy last month. LE AWD ~$42K. The ride quality is exceptional and has very low road noise comparing both to my wife's CRV Hybrid. Getting 33-34mpg in 30-40° winter temps mixed 50/50 city/hwy.

[@TermlessHGW]

You basically bought a fridge on wheels. Can't imagine a more boring choice in 23. Hopefully the reliability will stay as it was, although Toyota seems to be letting down its customers on that front big time. Just read the owner's forums on any new model.

[@davewilson7602]

@@TermlessHGW honestly I can’t figure out if there’s anything bulletproof these days. Toyota and Honda (if you don’t get the earlier 1.5T models) is still better than most/almost all competitors but it’s still not as good as they were 15-20 years ago

[@blaken3824]

@@TermlessHGW highest reliability rating on Consumer Reports in all categories. 4th Gen Toyota Synergy Hybrid is most reliable there is. 10yr/150K warranty on the battery. 8yr/100K warranty on hybrid components. 5yr/60K warrany on powertrain. No turbo. No starter. No alternator. No worries.

[@shrayesraman5192]

@@TermlessHGW 4runner still going strong.

[@danielmelendez9943]

Agreed CRV has a lot of noise and humming from the transmission

[@proudam3969]

In August 2022 I bought a brand new 2022 Toyota RAV4 LE AWD Hybrid for around $32k sticker + extra for the 7 year 100k warranty. They wouldn't sell it to me without buying the warranty. Someone didn't get their financing approved and I was at the right place at the right time. I run it on 91 octane gas runs much better.......with 87 octane gas it can be a bit sluggish. My Rav4 Hybrid is made in Japan and the built quality is really good.

[@TypicalGuy84]

It's so nice to have a smaller engine that's louder and slower. The cherry on top is the higher price. Cars just keep getting better and better. I can't wait to put a down payment on a new vehicle...to wait 6 months to get it 🙄

[@naveenthemachine]

I’m loving the sarcasm 😂

[@colechapman6976]

I too like less features for more money. At the dealership, I say take out as many features as you can, but I'll pay full price plus the markup. I just love getting ripped off

[@AlanForde-CheyneMS]

more like a year

[@seanohue]

I can't tell you how much I appreciate your artistic shots of the infotainment system with the best possible media choices.

[@Everendlesss]

Even for a vehicle like the Highlander that doesn't have me interested in the least, Savagegeese produce videos I have to stop and take in. Everything you say seems genuine and not something you'll hear out of someone being paid by these companies. I think with social media now, information can be very easily skewed. Manufactures should be lining up to have your critical ideas whether they are good or bad. If you can't take the heat, dont be a firefighter. I really appreciate your time and work that goes into content. I hope one day I can buy your team a meal or a drink. Cheers.

[@Dowlphin]

This approach of effectively being an industry consultant reminds me of the late Totalbiscuit, who did it for games. It's a style I would employ naturally, too.

[@RedlineGaming007]

These 4 poppers can't beat the refinement of the 2GR V6 engines.

[@naveenthemachine]

Agreed. When I said the 3.5 is so much better than the 2.4 even if I haven’t driven the 2.4 your comment just proved my point

[@ulivious]

Love my 2015 awd limited highlander. Handled the snow and ice no problems

[@vasantos-re4hb]

RIP V6. A legendary engine.

[@WKaliberr]

Honda is still putting out the V6 in their Pilots. I guess that's what I'm buying

[@tuckerhiggins4336]

@@WKaliberr or used

[@MA-ho5hd]

They’re still out there. Get one while you can.

[@djrixxard]

How is this channel not at a million subs yet? Only a matter of time I guess

[@moonman_8935]

Last year I got the 2022 Highlander XLE the sole reason it's the last year with the n/a V6.

[@bradhaines3142]

i bought a 22 platinum hybrid and honestly have never enjoyed a car more. sure i paid out the ass for it, but i was in a time pinch (only car broke down and i needed something asap) and it was pay the extra or wait who knows how long. something rarely mentioned is just how quiet it is on 'ev' mode when at low speeds or parked. its basically silent. LOVE the experience

[@emiliomedal6356]

I got the v6 before it left 😎

[@ARentz07]

Tbh, part of the reason I got my IS350 is because I knew the 2GR was going to eventually be replaced. It is a great engine.

[@aprtur]

@@ARentz07 it's like Mad Max - the last of the NA V6 sport sedans. That was a big plus for me, too.

[@Falconlibrary]

I used to enjoy celebrating Toyotathon until the holiday got so commercialized.

[@uGotGot1618]

And politicized 🙄

[@jhana9220]

I am hoping that with the new engines, these cars can last past the 200k miles. Currently my 2008 hybrid is still running and runs smooth considering its 14 years old and 210K miles. I haven't replaced a battery yet. and the V6 3.5 liter, I can often power myself out of jams on the highway with littel hesitation. I have full confidence on my old car. Is it exciting? What are you looking for? A sport racer? This is a family car, designed for comfort, safety and road trips. How much more exciting do you need? If you aint excited, then buy a BMW and pay over $100K for an engine.

[@jsfbay1]

I'm interested to see the new CX-90 being revealed end of the month.

[@taylorkingrealestate2053]

I bought a 2022 platinum. Lots to like about it.... Flawless v6 powertrain, comfortable interior, remarkably easy on fuel, averaging about 10.5L/100km. But I hate it and I can't stand driving it because the interior rattles so badly. The headliner, dash, door panels, all rattle. I've had several new Toyotas and none of them rattled like this. I can't even stand to drive it. I'm getting one of the door panels replaced under warranty, which solves the worst rattle, but there are plenty more which are likely unfixable. Should have just bought another 4runner.

[@savagegeese]

While I agree with some of that the highlander is a much better hauler and rides WAY better.

[@taylorkingrealestate2053]

@@savagegeese 100% it's a better family vehicle. I've had 2 4runners and they were rough riding and slow and hard on fuel but damn were they screwed together well. My wife prefers the Highlander but she's somehow immune to the rattles.

[@julianp.2840]

@@taylorkingrealestate2053 I'm like you. The rattles would make me go insane.

[@tuckerhiggins4336]

4runner for life. Can't beat Lexus build quality

[@tuckerhiggins4336]

@@taylorkingrealestate2053 a 4runner is like a boat, it's too soft not hard

[@will.davlin]

Can you ask them to make an 8 inch ground clearance sedan trim ? Prius Corolla etc

[@aurorajones8481]

Isnt that the Crown?

[@will.davlin]

@@aurorajones8481 5.8 inches

[@ARentz07]

I'm sure you can get a lift kit.

[@Dowlphin]

Fun fact: If you take the Prius and make it selfish, you get the Prime.

[@nephilymbass1]

I went looking at for a new base model highlander and got a pretty good deal on a used 2018 highlander limited for the wife. She loves it. It has the V6. Has a cd player. Decent mileage. Interior is like new, couple minor scratches in the paint that she doesn’t care about at all. I much preferred the look of the 2018 front end over these new ones. She also is relieved that it’s not a hybrid because she was paranoid about having the big cost of replacing the batteries out of the blue down the road. Also to add. It’s actually the first vehicle we I’ve owned where power seats actually make sense because you can save driver settings which at the press of a button on the door adjust the seat and mirrors automatically.

[@stackthatartpaper]

I miss my 2007 Highlander Limited. Last year of the 1st Gen. It was boring and awesome at the same time. 200k, never one issue. V6 FWD power and visibility was a dream. That said, love my new Tacoma and ‘06 Tundra. Will probably buy another Highlander Limited down the line.

[@Fartmastaman]

The 2gr-fe is one of the greatest motors ever made. Definitely looking for a lexus es or Camry XLE with it as my next car

[@aprtur]

2GR-FE is good, but the FKS equipped cars get some extra benefits, like the dual injection system for a bit more power and a bit more efficiency.

[@666cemetaryslut]

Just get an Avalon

[@alexanderstross6505]

I ordered a 2022 Limited Highlander Hybrid about a year ago. I was going from a Jeep Wrangler so major downgrade in fun and major upgrade in comfort. Everything Mark says is true, I think its the perfect family hauler.

[@senseicorey9979]

A huge and smart upgrade overall

[@pt93music]

Big money saver in the long haul too.

[@shrayesraman5192]

Did you think about the 4runner?

[@alexanderstross6505]

@@shrayesraman5192 I love the 4Runner but I wanted a 3-row hybrid. It was the right call for my family and commute.

[@shrayesraman5192]

@@alexanderstross6505 fair

[@robdevaux3407]

2:29 funniest line ever in a car video! Wife still pissed we sold her 08 highlander and replaced with a MDX

[@123456789554332]

"If you need to store a lot of shit and put you're little bastards in the back" Oh god my stomach is laughing too much!

[@mikewaite3746]

A December to remember is absolutely classic 😂

[@jamilbarchale7868]

I wish Toyota kept the V6 as an option, I canceled my order because of the 4 cylinder engine and switched my focus on Honda Pilot with 3.5 V6 engine. I known Toyota claims 5000 lbs towing capacity then prove to me that this highlander can pull 3500 lbs trailer up hill without stressing the life out that 4 cylinder.

[@marcodarko6941]

Yes, I will be looking into the Honda Pilot as well. The new redesign version, it looks very nice. I was loyal to Toyota, not anymore after they did this. Listening to this Highlander here in this video it sounds like a little go cart.

[@thatkidjoly]

Glad I got the V6 when i could

[@jamilbarchale7868]

@@thatkidjoly lucky you Mustafa, I ordered mine in May 2022, and by mid December they told me that my highlander is here but it is a 4 cylinder. I refused to accept it.

[@thatkidjoly]

@@jamilbarchale7868 I would’ve been searching around the country for one. Even a used one with a couple thousand miles will last longer than the 4 cylinder

[@tails300]

It’s nice Honda kept the V6 but you can bet it’ll be gone too after this Gen.

[@colin-nekritz]

Vulfpeck?! Awesome! Also Sienna > this and most SUV/SUVs, even with the boneheaded Toyota decision to make it a PITA to remove the second row seats without buying a relay defeat to keep the airbag issue, but once that’s done you can haul 7 full sized adults comfortably OR sheets of plywood flat on the floor and everything you’d need to remodel a bathroom or build a treehouse. How do I know? Owned the previous Sienna and could carry a boys hockey team or massive home projects with drywall and supplies all in the same week. Can’t do that with any SUV.

[@naveenthemachine]

Not to mention the base sienna is actually cheaper than a base highlander hybrid. And you get more features on a mid level sienna than a base highlander

[@ShaiyanHossain]

@@naveenthemachine dont tell americans that, they HATE practicality at a reasonable cost

[@CrazyWeeMonkey]

I do wish they kept the V6-Hybrid as an option with this gen, my dad bought a last-gen '19 Highlander Hybrid (platinum trim) a year ago instead of a new 4cyl HiHy because the lower power & reduced sound of the updated drivetrain wasn't worth the improved fuel economy for him. Toyota's transverse-V6-hybrid drivetrain is/was fantastic, and is extremely well rounded. 0-60mph in around 7s for a 3row midsized SUV getting 28mpg *combined* is extremely good, especially coupled with the excellent reliability of those hybrids.

[@flurpoid]

I barely get 29mpg combined in my Mazda 2, and that accelerates to 60 in like 9 seconds and weighs 2400lbs. Very impressive numbers for that Highlander.

[@lukejeung4615]

The New Honda pilot keeps a naturally aspirated V6, better safety features, and acoustic windows for noise reduction. Sorry, Toyota. Honda won this time. I'm also waiting for the Savage geese team to review the New pilot soon. Thank you👍

[@mmr0221]

Yes I would take a Pilot over this crap

[@naveenthemachine]

Honda always wins over Toyota in every category

[@savagegeese]

We will have video in 2 weeks. Have interviews with engineers etc.

[@ShaiyanHossain]

the honda stuff has issues vith VCM and its still belt driven for a brand new dohc v6 in 2023- the old 2gr is like almost 20 years old now and is chain driven

[@savagegeese]

@@ShaiyanHossain But it has integrated cam caps on the valve cover.

[@bohan9957]

Get the V8 GX 460 while you still can. You have until October this year if you want to buy one new.

[@jsfbay1]

Great vehicle! Bullet-proof. Waiting to see the new CX-90 at the end of this month.

[@tfeltmat2903]

So Honda went a different direction and tried to appeal to the urban Dads by making theirs more masculine and truly off-road worthy. Toyota Highlander looks like it was going for the ultimate in mom-cars.

[@naveenthemachine]

Even the previous generation pilot was superior to the new highlander and the new pilot only hardens that fact

[@dogsbark5750]

That 3.5 v6 was one of the best engines toyota ever made. Smooth. I have a 13 highlander limited and a 13 rx350. Both with 40k. My cousin has a 12 highlander with 480k and my wife's cousin has a 15 RX350 with 420k. They are the goto engines. Such a shame.

[@saadtheman1]

toyotas will always win my heart 1.reliability 2.resell value 3.drives so smooth 4.cheap on maintence 5.amazing on gas

[@patty109109]

The sienna is objective superior because it’s the same car with more room. 150k batteries is pessimistic.

[@baddriversofcolga]

I don't know why I watched this video when vehicles like this make me want to cross the rainbow bridge to free me from such agony. But I guess that's the power of the Goose.

[@henrybrar]

Somehow I am loving the 2023 Pilot a lot more now, Still a V6, better awd system, more room in 3rd row.

[@Nunya.Bidness]

The Pilot is a great SUV. Boring, ugly, and otherwise great.

[@kdomster9141]

Both are boring , bloated and unrefined . Extra few qubic feet of cargo are not worth it over amazing in comparison CX-9 .

[@naveenthemachine]

@@kdomster9141 but the pilot is sportier than a highlander. The pilot uses the same SH AWD as the Acura MDX.

[@henrybrar]

@@kdomster9141 That 2.5T in cx9 is such a underpowered engine for a 7 seater.

[@kdomster9141]

@@henrybrar No it is NOT! It's 320lbs of torque are more than others offer in class and is very well mated to Mazda's great 6 speed ... that never hunts for gears and is very reliable . In comparison to you Pilot it never needs to be pushed Thur rpm band with its rather weak torque power that is a key in a large vehicle , lot more important than Horsepower. When test driving CX-9 dealer save and use 87oct while it has lot more power and torque with 93 than should be used on any turbo engine . While Pilots V6 maybe fine for everyday drive , it's 9 , 10 or 14 speed is just too many gears for ATX logic to follow , while better than cheesy CVTs it simply has too many gears . I think good balance is 6 to 8 speeds .

[@erik2446]

Thanks for all the great content. Love you guys.

[@jamilbarchale7868]

Did everyone hear that 4 cylinder engine screaming, and this is in a flat road no towing nothing. I would like to see this highlander tested to full potential, I'm tilling you, this 4 cylinder engine will never out live the beloved V6.

[@tuckerhiggins4336]

4runner for me. I will not give up simplicity and reliability. Awaiting the 4runner review

[@trailrunnah8886]

They've done a few 4runner reviews already. I have a 4Runner, honestly the 4.0 V6 is the worst part of the vehicle. I can't stand that motor.

[@shrayesraman5192]

@@trailrunnah8886 Can't stand it but it will never fail. That is what goes unnoticed.

[@trailrunnah8886]

@@shrayesraman5192 that's what they say, hopefully it's true. 150k and counting on mine, planning on at least another 150k more.

[@Nick-tt2rh]

Well, Toyota just confined our family will stick with Honda as they still offer V6 in their lineups. Will be buying a new Pilot.

[@jsfbay1]

Don't forget to at least consider the new CX-90 being revealed at the end of this month. Straight 6 turbo mild hybrid RWD architecture. Could be killer!

[@cayman9873]

The v6 is what I would want. So the new car is a deal killer

[@lawrenceralph7481]

Very useful. But painfully expensive.

[@nateisright]

No interest in a $50k+ four cylinder Toyota. Mazda CX90 now has an inline six. I’ll check that out.

[@uGotGot1618]

How did you get my wife for that opening voiceover?

[@RayanMADAO]

Wow someone or something that has feelings for me? In my 27 years of existing this is a first

[@TheMoltenM]

08 Hi Hy here. 250k miles. No signs of the battery needing to be replaced, but I think it's a NiMH battery pack and not LIon, so your mileage may vary.

[@aurorajones8481]

1:50 I too like the color. I hate black int being everywhere. Nice seeing some tan tossed in. Or beige, bandaid, skin tone... 😂 I need to look for an Acura MDX type S review from you guys cause i just test drove one and i was thinking of overlapping it. No one does that to Acura's. So i tried to look underneath the car and saw it had NOTHING on the bottom. So id need skid plates.

[@aurorajones8481]

Overlanding, not lapping... not sure what the hell this thing is trying to say.

[@mitchroglidiccio2513]

The SG chatbot Quinn has caused me to experience a wonderful autonomous sensory meridian response. Thanks!

[@sask949]

Bought a 2017 with less than 50k miles and with the V6. I could not imagine having a 4cyl in it..

[@MASTERNC]

Those wait times are outrageous. You would think things would improve with supply chains opening back up. My RAV4 Hybrid only had a few weeks' wait in 2020.

[@TougeTourGuide]

Toyota is way behind on their hybrid production sadly.

[@drunksquirrel2051]

My rav4 hybrid limited took 4 months to get in 2021 and now it's 8 to 12 months. I really lucked out.

[@connerthecat4758]

I wasn't aware that the Highlander got the new Toyota Connected system and the all digital dash. Both are welcome upgrades, quality stuff.

[@hardyk2010]

The '22 Highlanders with the long standing V6 are gonna hold their value immensely.

[@naveenthemachine]

Agreed. Any Toyota w the 3.5L v6 will become a collectors item soon

[@67daltonknox]

I think our 2010 RX350 will become part of our retirement plan.

[@shrayesraman5192]

Waiting for the new 4cyl 4runner to propel my TRD PRO v6 to new heights.

[@little123456788]

@@naveenthemachine I wouldn't go so far as to say they will be collector's items but they will continue to be sought after in the future and retain high resale values.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@little123456788 I’m sure they’ll hold their value longer than a 4 cylinder

[@hematose]

Thoughts on this vs. '23 Pilot with the 3.5 DOHC V6?

[@naveenthemachine]

23 pilot far outclasses it in every way

[@jsfbay1]

I'd go Pilot. Also, consider the new CX-90 being revealed at the end of this month. Straight 6 turbo mild hybrid RWD architecture. Could be killer!

[@ronaldcampbell17]

We’ve had a hybrid Lexus with over 300k miles, and no issues with the battery.

[@timothycc711]

Bought my first Toyota product. My 23' Carrolla is a great car with port and direct injection 2.0 gas engine with cvt with physical first gear. I really like its combined fuel economy of 32 mpg. Mostly purchased this commuter car for gas milage rating , reliability and to no longer daily drive my Ford GT350 which has graduated to garage queen. Like Mark said Toyota's (aside from Lexus) are appliance like vehicles we depend on things other then for a fun driving experience. Love these Savages!

[@TheRidersChoice]

Lexus are definitely still appliances for folks who don’t want to admit they are economy shoppers. “It’s worse in every way to the Germans but it’s reliable! (Because I can’t afford to maintain a real luxury vehicle or get my oil changes done in time)”

[@MrMatthewJWilliams]

You had me at worthers original. I had a 2002 highlander limited that I gave up on @225k miles. I bought a 2017 platinum last year. I like the size for perceived safety, good in snow, reasonable luxury at used price, reasonable mpg for a 3.5 or whatever it is. If I get 225k out of this one I’ll be pleased. Replaced the head unit with an android unit for CarPlay.

[@nimms166]

easy 225K with that V6 given you do regular maintenance.

[@Toyota4Life]

I love these new Highlanders. They look great inside and out.

[@oOgy172]

They're pretty good looking compared to the competition without looking too "office cubicle" generic. Just wish they painted the black plastic trim on the limited+ models.

[@666cemetaryslut]

Username checks out

[@youngbrevy]

I prefer the last generation Highlander, however I know who will be buying this, soccer moms, road trip dads that had to give up his Toyota Matrix XRS.

[@__ManMilk]

whether or not the hybrid system shits itself 10 years down the line isn't really the average buyers concearn at the moment here in canada. mostly people are thinking about how (unless they are making 200 grand a year and live alone in a small house with nearly no bills or debts to pay) they can't afford to buy a new car, so the used market is looking ever more appealing. which makes me wonder, how many people are going to pick this thing over an old rav 4 or highlander with the v6 engine from a few years ago?

[@user-yn4cn3el5q]

Yeah I don’t know what mechanics you’re talking to, but I’ve had several hybrids and I drive between 30 and 40,000 miles a year and the head gasket will blow at 250,000 miles in the battery pack will be totally fine. It’s pretty common and the Prius world to have battery packs with 300 to 400,000 miles on them and totally be fine.

[@MarkBadia]

I need to get an suv because I need the internal cargo capacity and the ability to tow my motorcycle on a trailer but I still want something that when I’m driving around town can handle reasonably well. I saw the Highlander XSE Which is supposed to be a more spirited driving vehicle and was wondering if the XSE variant would actually meet my needs. Curious if anyone has driven that and what their thoughts are since it seems to be impossible to find any of them at local dealerships.

[@ThatWasherNerd]

Loving the HDR!

[@irish03jmu]

i wish toyota made the interior of the venza bigger. It is longer the RAV4 but more cramped with less cargo space. Hopefully they fix it in a redesign.

[@Dowlphin]

That one time I tried to run a modern fridge with traction control disabled, but on opening the door a banana slipped out. That was awkward, especially because I had friends over. ... (You can tell the story is made up because of the "I had friends" part.)

[@andriyroma8769]

Downgrading to 4 cylinder turbos what will fail Toyota. If you used to be able to tow with V6 highlander, you will have issues in towing with turbos. I was planing on getting highlander, but now that they changed to turbo v4, I'll have to look somewhere else, probably Honda.

[@naveenthemachine]

Or Hyundai or Kia. They still have v6 engines

[@Tool0GT92]

We have a rav4 hybrid and the powertrain is great but when you floor it the cvt and buzzy engine do make it feel like an econobox.

[@jsfbay1]

I can only hope that the new Mazda CX-90 comes out as well as the videos make it look. Turbo straight 6, RWD, (I thought I heard mild hybrid too), could be amazing! In an appliance SUV. Let's see how much it costs - can I buy a good trim CX-90 for Highlander Platinum money? And have a little fun too? And will it be reliable on top of this? Let's hope so! What do you guys know about it? Are you going to the reveal that is just days away?

[@chairmankaga101]

I mean, when you’re crating kids and dogs and bikes and Girl Scout cookies and play costumes and guitar amps and Grammy and PopPop and their dogs and a weekend of camping gear… an appliance is just fine. Our 2014 XLE has 90k+ miles and has literally never had a single problem. We plan to keep it at least another 7-8 years.

[@wayneh1562]

i really like the look of Highlander

[@weissmon]

Shoutout to vulfpeck!

[@dielaughing73]

They've been repping them for a while now

[@dawnpoint]

Watching this on my new iPad Pro and DAGGUM the HDR looks incredible.

[@salaamamsterdam]

I am still comparing the xc90 t8 2021 with highlander hybrid 2021. I figured out highlander is more reliable... Still have second thoughts about; Luxury Comfort And which one drives better... Anyone like to share his her experience or thoughts on that?

[@tiansijie]

Any changes you guy will cover the new honda pilot?

[@nintendoatarikiller]

The Matt Maran b roll lmaoooo

[@Matt28NJ]

Us Highlander owners are usually: 1. Too proud for a minivan 2. Expecting a nice automotive appliance. No one expects Nurburgring delivery with our three row crossover. 3. Likely going to beat the crap out of it hauling people and their stuff.

[@Sea_Nut]

I couldn’t convince myself to get one of these since a Sienna is objectively better across almost all fronts

[@joem8875]

With the one exception of ground clearance if you need it, which I do. But you are correct, interior space, fuel mileage, all better.

[@ramen9996]

Yo, that HDR let’s go!!

[@BM-og1yx]

What do you think of the XSE trim? Wouldn’t that take care of the handling a little?

[@tanyar2965]

I have a 2018 v6 and will not trade it in for the new hybrid.

[@marcodarko6941]

Same here, 2016 Limited. If I am ever in a position to need a new vehicle I will look for another used third generation model or look towards the newly redesigned 2023 Honda Pilot, I really like the look of it. We also have a 2016 Rav4 Hybrid in the household, it's a great vehicle however I am not the driver so I don't have to be the one satisified with it. Looking at this interior in this new Highlander, the dash and instrument cluster looks chintzy and hearing the lawnmower sound of that enigine reminds me of the Rav4.. no thanks, I'll pass.

[@bobwilson3435]

Looks nice but I still miss that smooth V6 engine

[@colechapman6976]

I just love that we are going to add four cylinders to everything but then price cars to the point that nobody can afford them. What a time to be alive

[@funkbro2]

One problem to note as a Highlander Hybrid owner and common on the forums, it does not get the distance it claims due to it seemingly reserving 3-5 gal rather than less. You are very lucky to get >480 miles on a tank. It does get over 30 mpg no problems though, that is correct

[@FilmScape4K]

Toyota need to bring back the v6 hybrid.

[@kc510]

$55,000… and this is what you’re sitting in. What a time.

[@gsxellence]

No V6, no Avalon, I'm out. R.I.P Toyota.

[@mmr0221]

Yeah fuck that. Pilot V6 is better

[@naveenthemachine]

Anything else is better than a highlander

[@rondhole]

Thanks a lot for the accurate information about the hybrid battery and hybrid system lifespan. Yes, it is indeed about 10 Years/150k miles in california and south florida. It last significantly longer in milder weather like UK/Ireland with 15years/unlimited miles warranty.

[@FirstHandLLC]

We have over 20 toyota camry and prius hybrids in my taxi company, most don't have any hybrid battery problems till 250-300k miles, some go over 350k

[@rondhole]

@FirstHandLLC it depends on weather, where the car is parked too. Most of Prius battery in FL only last about 10-12 years if it is parked umder the sun