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- [Presenter] When it comes to three-row, midsize SUVs,
only one has been America's best-selling retail model
for the past seven years.
So how do you top such a show-stopper?
With the 2023 Highlander,
Toyota answers this question with confidence.
Now with the option of either
an all-new, turbocharged gas engine,
or an extra efficient hybrid powertrain,
along with a range of updates
and feature enhancements across the entire lineup,
Highlander arrives to showcase once again
why it leads its segment.
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The 2023 Highlander lineup
can be broken down into two groups.
On one end,
there's the gas models that include L,
LE,
XLE,
the sporty XSE,
the upscaled Limited,
and luxurious Platinum grade,
which all comes standard
with the new turbocharged, 4-cylinder engine.
And on the other end,
there's the hybrid grades that include Hybrid LE,
Hybrid XLE,
Hybrid Bronze Edition,
Hybrid Limited,
and the Hybrid Platinum.
Whether gas or hybrid-powered,
Highlander is offered
with either front-wheel drive or all wheel drive-options
on every grade.
With so many choices to choose from,
it should come as no surprise
that Highlander's exterior story
offers a style for every taste.
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Highlander's exterior design
features several unique front-end styles
that accentuate each grade,
like the black mesh front grille
with sporty front bumper and lower spoiler
exclusive on XSE,
or the black-painted front grille
with chrome-plated surround on Limited grades.
Each stylish front-end design
provides the perfect framing
for Highlander's standard LED lighting,
as well as the LED headlights
with Adaptive Front-Lighting System
standard on Platinum.
Both Platinum and Limited grades also add
standard, color-keyed, heated, power-folding mirrors.
These provide an eye-catching visual complement
to Highlander's range of exterior color options,
including the all-new Cypress.
And with the return of Bronze Edition for 2023,
there's also the option
of grade-exclusive, cement exterior color.
Highlander's exterior design
brings additional utility up top
thanks to roof rails that are standard on XLE and above.
To help add some additional style to its confident stance,
Highlander comes standard
with 18-inch, painted alloy wheels.
Both XLE and Hybrid XLE take this up a notch
with 18-inch, machined-finish alloy wheels.
while the Bronze Edition comes equipped
with grade-exclusive, 18-inch, bronze-finish alloy wheels.
For extra stance and style,
XSE features 20-inch, machined-face, black alloy wheels.
Not to be outdone, Limited grades
come equipped with 20-inch, chrome-finished alloy wheels
for an added layer of high-end detail.
Finally, the Platinum grade rolls in with added flair
thanks to its standard 20-inch alloy wheels.
These tailored design choices
aren't exclusive to Highlander's exterior,
which is made clear with just one look inside.
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Stepping into Highlander's cabin
is an experience for the senses.
This starts once the doors are closed,
thanks to dedicated sound-dampening
and soundproofing materials throughout the cabin
that help minimize noise from the outside.
Both Limited and Platinum grades
bring an even quieter ride
thanks to the addition of acoustic glass
on the front side windows.
This extra-quiet environment helps passengers
sink into comfort,
especially with the SofTex trim
found on XLE, XSE, and Bronze Edition.
Limited's cabin sees an extra level of refinement
with perforated leather trim,
while the Platinum grade raises this bar further
with grade-exclusive embossed and perforated leather trim.
It's not just about cabin comfort inside, however,
it's also about all of Highlander's
incredibly practical space.
With L, LE, and LE Hybrid,
Highlander's cabin provides standard seating for 8
with 60/40-split, sliding and reclining,
fold-flat, second-row bench seats,
and 60/40-split, fold-flat, third-row seats.
Meanwhile, XLE, XSE, Limited,
Platinum, and Bronze Edition offer seating for seven
by swapping out the second-row bench seating
with two fold-down captain's chairs
and fold-down inboard armrests.
That said, seating for eight is still optional
on both XLE Hybrid and Limited Hybrid.
To ensure comfort is always within reach,
Highlander has standard three-zone automatic climate control
with a separate second-row control panel
and individual temperature settings
for driver, front passenger, and rear-seat passengers,
while a standard power tilt/slide moonroof
on XLE, XSE, Limited, and Bronze Edition
can bring just the right amount of outside ambience in.
All this helps set the stage
for Highlander's impressive list of high-tech features.
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Highlander turns up the in-cabin experience
with added convenience and entertainment.
This starts with
a standard 7-inch color LCD Multi-Information Display
that keeps essential information front and center,
while Limited and above bump this display up
to an impressive 12.3 inches.
And to help keep crucial data
directly within the driver's sightline,
Platinum adds a 10-inch, color Head-Up Display.
The centerpiece, however,
is the massive available 12.3-inch touchscreen
that features Toyota's latest Audio Multimedia system,
which brings a range of great new tech,
like support for multiple user profiles,
and includes standard wireless compatibility
for Apple CarPlay,
which connects drivers to subscription-based services
like Apple Music,
as well as Maps, Messages,
and other favorite apps from the iPhone.
In addition, wireless Android Auto compatibility
makes it easy to stay connected to Android devices.
Plus, a standard 3-month
SiriusXM Platinum Plan trial subscription
that includes over 165 channels available in-cabin
and even more on the SXM mobile app,
making it easier than ever to enjoy not just ad-free music,
but also sports, comedy, and more.
And this can all be paired
with available JBL Premium Audio with 11 speakers
to make the most of these great services.
This new system also works seamlessly
with Toyota's line of available Connected Services,
with trials to Drive Connect,
with Intelligent Assistant voice recognition functionality,
Remote Connect,
Safety Connect,
Service Connect,
and Wi-Fi Connect,
which now offers integrated streaming.
And to keep everyone's devices charged up,
Highlander features
an available Qi-compatible wireless charger
that's been repositioned on the dash for 2023
to help put things within easy reach,
and there are also 5 USB ports in the cabin
to keep extra devices plugged in.
For added convenience and visibility for the driver,
a Panoramic View Monitor is available on Limited
and standard on Platinum.
Finally, Front and Rear Parking Assist
with Automatic Braking
is standard on Limited and Platinum,
and can be an extra helpful feature
in tough-to-navigate spots.
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When it comes to performance,
the 2023 Highlander does not disappoint.
This starts with the new 265-horsepower,
2.4-liter, turbocharged, four-cylinder gas engine option
that delivers 310 pound-feet of torque,
which is a significant 17 percent increase
over the outgoing V6 engine's 263 pound-feet.
Even with this higher-torque engine,
fuel efficiency is slightly improved
over the former V6,
with an EPA-estimated rating of 25 MPG combined
on front-wheel drive models,
and an EPA-estimated rating of 24 MPG combined
on all-wheel drive models.
This turbocharged power
can be paired with front-wheel or all-wheel drive.
For added capability, XSE,
and gas model Limited and Platinum grades
are offered with Dynamic Torque Vectoring all-wheel drive
with Driveline Disconnect and Multi-Terrain Select.
On the other end of the lineup,
Highlander's hybrid powertrain
has 243 combined net horsepower.
Regardless of grade or configuration,
all Highlander models also include
Hill Start Assist Control and Trailer Sway Control.
Additionally, Downhill Assist Control
is standard on gas, all-wheel drive models.
Of course, this capability wouldn't make sense
if it wasn't backed by Toyota's cutting-edge safety tech.
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Highlander has made a name for itself
when it comes to safety
as a repeat IIHS Top Safety Pick+ recipient.
This reputation for safety is reinforced for 2023
with Toyota's Star Safety System and eight airbags,
including side curtain airbags for all three rows.
The real star of the show, however,
is Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+.
This active safety system includes
a Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection,
Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist,
Automatic High Beams,
Full-speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control,
Lane Tracing Assist,
and Road Sign Assist.
For added visibility from the driver's seat,
Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert
is standard on the LE grade and above.
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Year after year,
Highlander has proven itself as the go-to midsize SUV
that sets the standard for exterior design,
interior experience,
tech and safety features,
and powerful performance.
And when you consider it's backed
by Toyota's legendary long-term value
and unbeatable reputation
for quality, durability, and reliability,
then add in the ToyotaCare Maintenance Plan
with Roadside Assistance,
there's no doubt that Highlander
should take the lead within its segment.
For more information, visit toyota.com/highlander.
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