Toyota Highlander Hybrid: The Good and the Bad

[@TennesseeMatt]

That Chevy Traverse having more 3rd row legroom will come in handy when you need to hang out inside while waiting on the tow truck...

[@axdesho]

You hit the target on that one :-)

[@jimbob4456]

🤓

[@KBWarrioR2018]

Savage

[@BrendanPJames]

Well said. Pretty much encapsulates everything wrong with reviewers like this guy

[@pgb1913]

The traverse is a piece of garbage! Trany issue, electrical glitses and the list goes on, do yourself and your wallet a favor & buy the highlander.

[@farcinue]

Craig is one of the few reviewers that I don’t fast forward through. I’m constantly waiting for his sarcasm and zingers. Unleash more Craig!

[@skippypaccino]

In all honesty, the hybrid highlander is the only one worth getting. If you're interested in a 3 row and gas mileage isn't an issue, pick one of the larger competitors.

[@omarbryant7930]

Finally someone with some sense

[@qfudgedoggy]

Indeed. I was about ready to buy the Telluride until I saw the Highlander Hybrid mpg ragings. If it wasnt for the hybrid , I would have bought a Telluride/pallisade.

[@lianasamkova1230]

Wrong…respectfully:)Resale value won’t get anything from Kia/Hun…V6 Highlander last year to get!!!!Got mine tomorrow….in 5 years this engine will appreciate value like a gold!!!!💥You welcome

[@bjsimon802]

The new 23 has Lexus Infotainment system . I drove the gasoline model, it was incredible.

[@OPC249]

"98% grill and 11% toyota badge" These numbers don't add up

[@nexushexus4365]

Math HARD

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

They do add up, just not to 100%.

[@tinhinnh]

Brian 🤣

[@GKB.official]

I love the fan growl

[@reallocaluser4081]

Dude you didn’t even get into trunk space/back storage and how much space the hybrid battery takes up, so you lose space? Is there a full size spare?

[@GKB.official]

At 65mph I got 41mpg on the highway

[@apflor323]

Any chance you could do a driving review with more people aboard? I'd like to hear your opinion on the 4 cylinder engine performance

[@BrawlerBoy62]

This is the best crossover

[@halakasdano1089]

"Now that the fire department has extricated me from that 3rd row seat"😂😂

[@scriptedhuman]

I’m six foot three and I had zero issues fitting in the third row. You have to move the second row seat forward a few inches, but it’s definitely not “just for kids.” If the car were any longer, it would be entering full size SUV territory.

[@jasonchan628]

Thank you for this. Give people the option to move the 2nd row backwards, and they must move it all the way back. I could sell a 3rd row enhancement kit by jamming the 2nd row's movement. 🤣

[@jorgec6509]

I appreciate all you say about Toyota Highlander 2020.

[@JulezWinnfield]

The front end reminds me of Grumpy Cat (R.I.P) at the 00:20 videomark.

[@lyndabonner1149]

Dang, that cannot be unseen!

[@edb5537]

Thank you for such honest opinion!

[@kienvo6653]

I totally agree with you about the design of wireless phone charger. It's a very bad design. I myself experienced many times of the inconvenience anytime I charge the phone and try to reach everything inside the box. Also, the 3rd row space is very narrow and tight.

[@RelaxantMusicTV]

When is the mini van coming back? or a station wagon?

[@lebbrz8113]

This reviewer did an AMAZING job!! Great work and love the vehicle

[@AutoEsoterica]

Thank you so much and thanks for watching!!!

[@edsonhernandez5109]

First time watching your videos! Keep em coming!

[@sonchoripark]

Front looks like Subaru. But I like it. Interior is also fantastic. Good change I think.

[@ReneBuret]

Just bought the 2020 Toyota Highlander XLE hybrid. Looked at the Kia Telluride , beautiful I might add but not worth the $ 5000 dollar up sell.

[@genuinedagger6581]

Hyundai will remain for two years then start replacing lights bulbs then many other issues

[@Pybeh83]

Are you happy with your decision? We're thinking about getting the 2021/2022 XLE Hybrid as well if we can find something close to MSRP, I hate getting ripped off.

[@skyllablue]

@@Pybeh83 Same - did you have any luck?

[@ManWander]

looks like a winner - can this hybrid highlander two?

[@jamesciuccio2762]

The side view shows off the enormous overhangs. Needs a longer wheelbase.

[@Dave-ni4vg]

What about the problem Of only filling your 14 gallons when the tank is suppose to goto 17.1?

[@davec8921]

Tad disappointing that their infotainment system still sucks and the third row might as well not even be there. But owning a Toyota hybrid with 440,000 on it now that's been rock solid I'd still have to take a hard look at it.

[@jennis4647]

I just bought my 1st hybrid & 1st Highlander. What do you have? 440,00 is totally awesome!! My son got a Tacoma this year as well we want to see who gets the most miles.

[@auditts7818]

I seen Chrysler vehicles with 400 thousand miles.

[@marlonestrella8105]

Jenni S which Highlander did you get?

[@jortega456]

@@auditts7818 freaking liar

[@apparaoapparao]

Towing capacity?

[@brettduffy1992]

What is the idling fuel consumption my Prius would burn about a gallon every 10 hours if you want to sleep in it for camping

[@rightlanehog3151]

35 MPG, what else do you need to know?

[@auditts7818]

Only if you drive like an old person.

[@marlonestrella8105]

Audi Tts I just bought this car about two weeks ago. I used to own a 05 g35. I dog this car pretty hard, not as I did with my G but I used to have to fill my gas every 5 days $38. It took me an entire week 7 days to go from full to 1 quarter tank (driving the same distance) filled up my tank for $18.49 Driving like an old person means staying within speed limit or not exceeding 5mph above speed limit.... I’ll trade that for the hundreds I save a month on gas.....

[@auditts7818]

@@marlonestrella8105 anything that you dislike about this car ? What trim do you have? Xle speakers are poor quality for 40 grand suv. The infotainment is old style. I heard lots of complaints for road noises and 3rd row seats is uncomfortable. Also some people dislike the wireless charging location. I think you can seat in a luxury car for 40 / 50 grand with better quality and more features. Even Hyundai and Kia are offering better quality AND FEATURES FOR lower price. Like Santa fe 40 grand with 360 camera and view monitor blknd spot . Why you choose toyota highlander?

[@marlonestrella8105]

Audi Tts my wife was the one that actually wanted this car as her final candidates were a Lexus 450h, Toyota Highland Hybrid, Volvo XC90 t6i. The Highlander was the cheapest out of the 3. The model we got is a 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited edition 2.5L FWD 36 City 35 mi highway. To get the platinum would have caused us to wait a couple of weeks since the lot we were at didn’t have the color she wanted (White) and we were being pressured by our insurance company to decide on what to do with my g35 (some asshole kid rear ended my car and drove away, lucky the cops found him due to the stupid punk dropping his plates at the scene). My g35 was total so we use that money for down payment for this car. The Highlander is smooth. Suspension was way better than any of the cars we test drove, Mazda CX-9, volvo xc90, lec 450h, Acura MDX, rav 4 Lexus was slightly better but it also cost 57k msrp In regards to Hundai. I have had the Santa Fe as a rental before, so did a Nissan Rogue, Chevy equanox, Subaru Forester, All was Bad experiences.... the two companies I’m gonna stay away from is Chevy, GM, Hundai, land rovers because of my past experiences Regarding the cons of this car. It’s not that powerful.... this isn’t some crap you go take off roading or like you trying to boldoze zombies if ever there is an apocalypse. It has enough power with just being a 248 HP engine to get the job done. The car is fairly cheap at 47kmsrp Even with the added crap like tints, door guards, 20 in alloy rims, it didn’t break the bank... the Lexus with the similar lower version rx350 was running at 51k The Highlander limited doesn’t have the 360view but it has all the other stuff like from rear and side sensors, lane assists, park assists, precollision sensors. It took me awhile to figure out how to toggle the setting to lower it sensitivity because it was bugging me that the car will autocorrect while I’m driving and the wheel would try to steer me back into the lane due to its lane correction feature. It’s like playing tug of war with your steering wheel Hands free Power lift gates is a cool feature but I don’t like that I have to lift the entire gate to access the back and not just open the window for quick access. I have keyless entry... and I don’t even have to unlock the car using my key fob... I just put my hand in the door handle and it opens and locks once I step away.... only the high end volvo and the Lexus did that.... did I mention the xc90 also costs 63k? I can’t imagine how much the t9 inscription model costs lol....

[@marlonestrella8105]

Audi Tts oh and also the Highlander has blind spot sensors too, forgot to mention that which is needed since the car is pretty big and you don’t want to get hit from the blind side.... regarding the birds eye view issue, I had a blackvue camera installed that has front back and side cams I have hooked up to my monitor which I use as a live camera when I’m trying to look at what’s around me or what’s in front of me. It cost a little bit more lol embarrassing to say but having the extra camera for the front plus the dash cam was needed. I don’t trust Texas anymore after being hit twice with hit and run cases....1 being which did my g35 in one final time... Plus birds eye view only works at slow movements, I think the threshold is 9mph... if you pass that it will cut out or it won’t take an accurate reading. So I don’t think it’s worth it to pay $57k msrp just to get the platinum.... If that’s the only feature you’re going for... The Highlander by far is the most cost efficient if you want to just have nice luxury items and a gas saver that can carry a lot of stuff Regarding the 3rd row that is somewhat true. Lol i tried to fit 2 adults back there and it’s not comfy BUT!!! And I can’t believe no one says this especially in this video, you can move the captains chair up because the 2nd row is roomy. It’s enough room to cross your legs! Having the 2nd row is better than 1st class seating in some airlines... trunk space is non existent if you have the 3rd row but that’s expected... I can fit 2 5gal bins and a couple of bags of groceries with the 3rd row up And the charging station is 100% true. The fkn moron who decided to put it there should get a slap on the face... it’s designed for small phones or caseless phones. I have a iPhone XS Max with a small case and it isn’t flat to its surface.... but it still charges but still unreliable. I bought an after market wireless charger from amazon that fits on my dash... $23 It charges faster than the car charger.. so I don’t use that anymore... plus it’s SUPER dangerous to try and get your phone while you’re driving... and I suspect that was the point as to why they put it in that compartment.... if you take a look for yourself, that compartment fits a huge bag! You can fit a lot of junk in there! That’s where my wife hides her purse and where I put my wallet sometimes.... Not a good place to put a wireless charger if you want quick access to it So far no other complaints about this car! The money I save on the gas tho lol for the amount of work and luxury this brings?! It’s totally worth it !

[@alexmaclean1]

Looks like a solid choice, but I agree about the infotainment system, looks clunky. I'm not much of a Chrysler fan, but I'm comfortable saying that Chryslers Uconnect, at least the newer versions are about the best systems out there. I think many other companies should just license it lol

[@fredvalencia2205]

The car sells its self im going to buy one most likely the sport model third row is not an issue.

[@chrisgray6988]

Clever review...good sense of humour. Americana coming to Australia

[@lizajane1179]

False if the 2nd row is moved up just a little there can be way more leg room in 3rd row for an adult to sit easily

[@GKB.official]

I like the pilot, my wife likes the highlander.

[@3113jp]

my 2013 with the 3.5 engine towing a 3,500 lb trailer at 60-65mph will get you around 12mpg. engine staying around 75-100kwh

[@lc7192]

You should not be rummaging around in the console while you are driving. Distractions cause accidents. Most people will be using a data cable for the Apple car play or Android auto and their phone will be charging anyway. Let the passenger play with the center console. It’s safer. The infotainment system is so large because it can do so many things. Eg., 360 camera display while you are driving, adjusting climate control and choosing your sound source. Also a handy touchscreen swipe to instantaneously switch from driver to passenger control. That said the map display for Toyota navigation lacks a lot of refinement. Better to use Google maps from your phone and plug in to use the car sound system for navigating.

[@anthonyranblog961]

When can we have a comfortable third row seat with massage feature.

[@edb.8388]

Sorry, that's called a minivan :-)

[@anthonyranblog961]

Edward Brinson neither the Minivan has it yet. Please subs on my channel.

[@jeffg3895]

Sienna. 😀

[@Dronetothetop]

Kia & Hyundai's car that you mentioned run about 20 miles per gallon. It shouldn't be comparable especially in this economy & high gas prices.

[@1DrifterBoy]

Thank you for awsome review!

[@ageedtahir3128]

Why didn’t you mention that the middle seats will easily slide forward to give you leg space.

[@donsloan2075]

And the leg space for the middle row is pretty good already. I got in a 2022 and felt squished in the middle but it was only because the front passenger seat was pushed all the way back. I got in the front passenger seat and adjusted it for me (6'1") and then got in the 2nd row passenger and had like a foot of space. Look, the 3rd rows in all of these in this segment are lame but you have options to make the Highlander 2022 not quite so painful.

[@TheGodofZilla]

I agree, Wife and I with the 3 kids looked at a highlander XLE today. My oldest is 5'9" and he very comfortably sat in the 3rd row with me 5'10" in the second row. Both of us had plenty of leg and head room. I guess if you are 6'4" and have giant kids then it won't work out so well but average size people and kids should have no problem. Don't get me wrong the 3rd row isn't the most comfortable thing but it has plenty of room and even has cup holders and a USB setup back there.

[@rakeshmathew2202]

Exhaust pipe looks awkward. Seems to be sticking out downward

[@alexb6713]

What a Melvin jeez

[@thecarelectronicguy687]

1:24 Dude really said “98% grille and the other 11% is Toyota badge...” 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@joskjj3625]

thecarelectronicguy 110% man

[@BobReed1]

Yup. Apparently, math isn't his strong point. But he is a helluva car guy.

[@AutoEsoterica]

Guys, this was a JOKE. Clearly sarcasm doesn't always work. Anyway, thanks for watching!

[@nexushexus4365]

Math Hard

[@RokenPL]

it is a great car. i swapped my RX 500h for this one in full version due to luggage space (it fits large dog and all we need) we're 2+1 family with a large dog. not to mention service costs, that are half compared to lexus!

[@mahirbalushi3953]

nice coverage.. keep it up

[@rickjames5998]

why buy a highlander when the new Sienna got that same rear fender line.

[@CLMDADE]

I'm man enough to say, I would just get a sienna...

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

For occasional 3rd use the Highlander is fine. The Sienna is even bigger thus is harder to park, uses more gas etc.

[@VincentS327]

Man enough to say you would get a sienna? You stupid... Maybe people just don’t want minivans cause their interior just screams cheap? Unless they bring over the Alphard or the Lexus LM then we’re talking...

[@markmitchell48]

Waiting for the hybrid Sienna to be released later this year. My current Sienna, 2013 with 150000 plus miles has been trouble free. RIDES like a car, hauls like a truck with the seats out, averages 25 mpg. combined driving.

[@auditts7818]

Same thing here ... still considering 🤔. Toyota sucks!!

[@auditts7818]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q its too expensive. You can get a forester real AWD with better quality & features, fully loaded for 36 grand

[@MrCarpediem6]

odd how the new Sorento, a smaller vehicle, has as much if not a bit more rear seat room

[@okemonaoke5960]

What? I had to rewind the reel at 1.24 mins just so I was not getting deaf. 98% grill, the other 11% was the Toyota badge? I am guesing you intentionaly said this to get a reaction from your viewerrs. Guess what, it worked!

[@bling88888]

Was this in winter.....

[@mrpmj00]

I've just test driven the 2021 gas version and it stll accelerates well (I have a 2014 Toyota Highlander V6) but it also still has a lot of torque steer. Tires have become narrower (235mm wide) compared to my 2014 Toyota Highlander (245mm wide)

[@markdc31]

I like the criticism of the less than useful 3rd row. Then again so many companies are doing it. I do like the idea of stashing the cell phone away though. Perhaps the design can be improved, but I like anything that gets drivers off of the phone.

[@ahmedmurad5552]

"research how to make sourdough bread" This guy is a sorcerer

[@xander1931]

According to him 11 + 98 = 100. Did nobody realise?!

[@ThamilNesan]

Toyota should think wisely about driver seat update their driver seat is not comfortable for 5 '11'' or 6 feet person specialy thigh support needed for long drive very disappointed

[@innerstream]

This is the same issue with their Tacoma

[@jimbob4456]

Buy a Sienna if you want third row seating.

[@biddurambeharry2346]

You know that the seats can you go up

[@bulldozier14]

2020 highlander pitch: You know how we make the Supra now?! We need to put the same lines on the side of the new Highlander, badly glue the rear end of a 2014 CX350 onto the back, make the rest of the outside look as soft and lazy as any 2000’s minivan. Last, take the interior from the base model Corolla, and we will mark it up 20% from the last generation! Everyone will buy it!

[@Cross-xm2fr]

Toyota the legacy company with the most distance to fall

[@AlaskanSnowLeopard]

Nice Minivan.

[@marktuyet]

That Ford looks nice .

[@JosueHernandez-zp7lo]

GEEZ, hahaha might as well call it ** Roasting the 2020 Toyota Highlander ** LOL

[@thienthan324]

How tall are you? I understand that the 3rd row is cramp when the 2nd row is not adjusted. The 2nd row usually has plenty of room to slide forward. Next time, please sit in the 2nd row and slide forward enough to still have leg room, then go to the 3rd row to show us the leg room. Thanks in advance.

[@markholle3450]

Toyota needs to address the third row on the next Highlander. Right now it doesn’t fare well with many of their competitors. Too low and the bench is too short. Pushing the second seat forward isn’t going to fix that.

[@JSmith-ut7tt]

I too am VERY DISAPPOINTED in that tray in the storage area. IT IS TOO SMALL, so if you have a larger phone, it's useless. WHY TAKE MY VALUABLE storage space when you already have the charging ports in the open areas in the dash Toyota!!!!! A WASTE. And for women, they WANT to be able to store their purse & lock it up & you have reduced the storage between the seat to practically NOTHING. The Highlander will be driven by MANY MOMS/GRANDMAS & we need space for our stuff!

[@JM-db8ez]

How big is your phone? Some phones are as big as tablets, I wouldn't expect it to fit in there--in which case just plug into the USB port to charge it, there are plenty of them.

[@Toyota4Life]

The Kia bullshit at the end was unneeded. Anyway Love how this looks. The XSE model looks sweet. Love the interior. Great product with great MPG.

[@TheDoltonboy]

Toyota4Life What Kia bullshit?

[@santoperri1408]

Finally, a review that mentions carbon footprint. It's not only about the mpg's!!

[@irfanspace]

in a favor of Car Play and Android auto , Toyota Remove APPs from Entune 3.0 which is sucks , if Tesla can add Games / KZbin /Netflix ( while parked ) why not Toyota , Toyota have to go more tech, if not i must say in next few years Electric will take it place , and Toyota must fix its Entune system to bring multiple apps , and yes only one USB which is 2.0 port where Honda offer duel Multiple usb ports on one you can plug Mobile ( Car play or Android ) and second port you can use USB drive to play songs ... TOYOT come on ..

[@auditts7818]

Agreed

[@HM-vm8fh]

Old highlander was better looking and handsome… this one look’s Chinese car… Thank god they redesigned Grand Highlander in some boxy shape

[@johanyventura6669]

are you kitting me , a palisade or telluride over a toyota . man something wrong with you

[@xelo1x120]

Ur tripping cause I’m probably the same height as you and I find it comfortable in the 3rd row

[@princegorman2979]

Why is it so expensive

[@ImaginationBlue]

Do you know how cows are as smart as dogs, can feel love, fear, terror, heartbreak, and loss? They suffered the worst heartbreak, daily misery, torture, and death by torture and trauma for that baby soft leather. What a stupid thing to offer, when there are sensible alternatives.

[@robbierabby1848]

Kia/Hyundia or Toyota? Thats the burning question.

[@fredyrodriguez4221]

Second to last

[@rickjames5998]

KIDSBOP

[@Dukiedukester]

Make it available without the third row.

[@mct8888]

Forgot the ugly. 4-way adjusting passenger seat. Yikes.

[@hsvcommodore4111]

I'd rather have the new sienna

[@TruthFLA]

When it comes to the 3rd all reviewers do the same thing, they never adjust the 2nd row forward and then say i know this is a kids only area. So why not adjust the 2nd row or show a child in that area?

[@callmejay05]

98 + 11 = 100

[@dygardion9130]

Last!!

[@BrogeKilrain]

Has anyone gotten electrocuted by a hybrid or EV ?

[@davec8921]

Probably. But people get electrocuted by household electrical things every day, and injured or killed putting gas into things too. Unless you're yanking out wires under the hood (the high voltage ones are all bright orange) it's all well hidden away.

[@АлександрасСтрокинас]

гонишь очкарик, хорошая машина

[@手枪枪手]

So Kia and Hyundai paid this guy for this video...lol

[@mikeeast8322]

Nice glasses madam

[@STRAGGLER36]

There is nothing good about a 4-cylinder motor. A 6 cylinder motor would have been far better, and less noisy when you try to accelerate. This is like beating an old horse, " Come on, Mister Ed, you can make it up this hill! ". And the sound is like a tin can with a bunch of marbles in it. Unacceptable. What are you not listening???

[@dds2899]

I agree with you. I have 2020 Highlander hybrid and it is loud like a lawnmower, but I am averaging 42 mpg in the city.

[@kwengca]

The Avalon is absolutely better looking than this thing..

[@peterrao1]

They have ruined the look!

[@bosnianbruiser96]

This is way better look. That previous grill was a bit unsightly

[@Cardude-zp5hk]

Ikr

[@esperanzabepaezpa1702]

3rd row, a RIP off from Toyota, and salesman make sure we don't see it before we take home, they are not honest on that, they don't tell.

[@prawnstar502]

this host is a cartoon

[@markmitchell48]

The Kia and Hyundai do not offer a hybrid engine.

[@STRAGGLER36]

Still looks like a shoe box on wheels. You are wrong. The styling is NOT ( at all ) attractive: Unless you like shoe boxes on wheelzez. Weeee!

[@JM-db8ez]

Designs appeal to different people. Not your thing, that's cool, but it's not a shoebox on wheels. Unless you're talking about the old highlanders. The new ones look nice, to me anyway.

[@jtjt8331]

Oh no are less legroom than a traverse? I’ll take the Toyota Highlander and wave when I pass the traverse at the dealership for unreliability.!! small little legroom is not a reason to buy an unreliable vehicle

[@jamesdambek996]

)9oooooooooooooo99l

[@JTKels]

Can’t subscribe… besides, being sarcastic, the reviewer pale to mention Toyota quality. If you think a traverse or the Korean twins are better vehicles than your sadly mistaken. I’ll take Toyota to reliability and any day over the Korean, twins, old technology, and the unreliability of Chevy and Ford.

[@2010KBN]

I have never seen more arrogant and unprofessional presenter in my whole life

[@trex1448]

Just get a Palisade

[@modernsoccer1860]

it will start falling apart after few years, this will last a lifetime

[@trex1448]

@@modernsoccer1860 It's 2020 not 1994. It's tossup between the Hyundai and Toyota for reliability. If you want to drive a car around for the next 20 years at minimum cost you should just get a 00's used Highlander and keep it running with regular maintenance.

[@trex1448]

@G S that would be true if you want to buy a car to drive for 18 years or if you're in the market for 15 year used cars at $5k. With new cars, the difference is minimal to none in 2021.

[@yamahawins]

It's underpowered, Toyota makes the ugliest grills of all the manufacturers, Toyotas infotainment really is terrible.

[@keoki777]

I think they made it uglier... Definitely Ugly AF.

[@howtobebasic2122]

it's a Toyota so it would last a lifetime.

[@bigblockstang9368]

The ford explorer is way bigger than this thing. Naturally it won’t pull as good of mileage. All electric computerized Junk.