The 2019 Toyota Highlander is one of the best SUVs on the market thanks to a suite of standard driver assistance technology, a family-friendly interior, comfortable ride. It’s an excellent example of Toyota’s reputable build-quality and is a terrific value. Explore every possibility in the new 2019 Toyota Highlander.
Fuel-Efficient Engines
Toyota designed the new Highlander in three distinct models: a gas-powered four-cylinder, a V-6, and an available hybrid powertrain. The powerful base engine is a 2.7-liter four-cylinder, that when mated with the six-speed automatic transmission earns 20 mpg city and 24 highway. The highly acclaimed V-6 produces 295 horsepower and is hooked up to an eight-speed automatic that earns EPA ratings of 21 mpg city and 27 mpg highway.
The 2019 Highlander hybrid features Toyota’s re-tuned V-6 combined with two electric motors to produce 306 horsepower. Paired with an innovative continuously variable automatic transmission, this hybrid SUV barely sips fuel. It’s best-in-class EPA rating is 30 mpg in the city and 28 highway.
Capable Performance
A Highlander with the baseline four-cylinder engine configuration will tow a 1,500-pound trailer. Upper-level trims that are outfitted with the V-6 engine can tow a boat or camper up to 5,000 pounds. Toyota’s available dynamic torque-control, all-wheel-drive system, plus eight inches of ground clearance make the new Highlander the ideal choice for light off-roading.
Entune Infotainment System
Toyota’s Entune system will appeal to everyone that’s in the market for the best 2019 family. It touts a 6.1-inch touchscreen display in the base LE model and a larger, 8.0-inch display in the other variants. You’ll get all the latest bells and whistles such as Bluetooth, streaming audio, and five USB ports, plus available satellite radio. Take advantage of Scout GPS Link that allows drivers to connect their smartphones and project navigation maps and directions on the Entune display.
A Host of Driver Assistance Technologies
Toyota earned plenty of bonus points among safety-conscious drivers thanks to Highlander’s host of driver assistance technologies. It’s both a five out of five-star recipient from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and a top safety pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, mainly due to Toyota’s Safety Sense active features.
Standard on all Highlander models, this praise-worthy package includes lane-keeping assist, lane-departure alert, and automated emergency braking. You’ll also get essential safety systems such as forward collision warning, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high-beam headlamps.
Updated Exterior Styling
Upgrade your style with the 2019 Highlander. With an updated exterior design, catch eyes all over the city with this SUV’s sleek, sporty look. Black accents take over the Highlander’s appearance on the LE, LE Plus, SE, and XLE models. These variants now come touting attractive black body-side molding. The range-topping Limited and Platinum trims boast striking chrome-ringed LED fog lamps, while the athletic, SE trim sports blacked-out head- and taillamps and blacked-out wheels.
The 2019 Toyota Highlander is one of the best vehicles on the market. Find your new mid-size SUV at a Toyota dealership near you.
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