Mar 26, 2021

SUVs make fantastic vehicles for those living the city life as well as those looking to explore the outdoors. The new 2021 Toyota Highlander is an incredible car with performance and comfort perfect for an adventure of any kind. Here’s an overview of what exactly makes this car so special.

The Basics of the 2021 Highlander

This reliable 3-row SUV is the perfect car for any occasion. Whether you’re driving to and from work, dropping the kids off at school, or getting ready to go on a camping adventure, the 2021 Highlander has got your back.

Always a reliable vehicle, the 2021 Highlander, released in the fall, has gone through a few changes this year. With a much longer, sleeker look, this SUV looks just as good as it feels to drive.

Pricing

The 2021 Highlander has a few different trim choices, some of which have hybrid options that you might want to consider. The base L trim costs around $35,775, while the LE costs $37,975. The LE Hybrid will run you around $39,320. Meanwhile, you’ve got the XLE for $40,775, and the XLE Hybrid for $42,120.

The last three trim options are the Limited for $44,825, the Limited Hybrid for $46,170, and finally the Platinum for $48,025.

Performance

No matter which trim you opt for, you can expect phenomenal performance from this vehicle. Your car will be running on a 295-horsepower 3.5-liter V-6 engine, which handles smoothly and stably over any terrain. On the other hand, if you opt for one of the Hybrid trims you’ll be getting a 243-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine combined with two electric motors.

The standard 2021 Highlander can offer you 21 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. The Hybrid option will get you 36 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway.

Safety

SUVs tend to be great family cars, and for this reason, they should have top-of-the-line safety features. Don’t worry—that’s the case for the 2021 Highlander. The car comes started with Toyota Safety Sense, and Blind Spot Monitoring, as well as Front and Rear Parking, Assist with Automatic Braking are also available options.

Interior

Driving a car should feel good both inside and outside. There’s plenty of room in this car, with eight-passenger seating in both the L and LE models. Higher trims offer seven-passenger seating with captain’s chairs in the second row. There’s plenty of room for storage throughout the vehicle.

In the cabin, you’ll find the 2021 Highlanders 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system. If you opt for either the Limited or Platinum trims, you’ll be upgraded to a 12.3-inch display. It’s easy to connect your smartphone to this system, and wireless smartphone charging pads are an available option to add.

If you’re looking for a high-quality and reliable SUV, then the 2021 Highlander is perfect. This is a car up for any adventure, whether it’s your usual drive to work or a foray into the wilderness. If you’re ready to test drive one of these amazing cars, then head down to Rochester Toyota!