You choose an SUV for its dependability and adaptability. You want the hauling power of a large truck with the comfort and features of a smaller sedan. You want something flexible enough to suit your needs, and you don’t want to break the bank to get it. And, above all else, you want a vehicle you can rely on.
It’s hard to think of a manufacturer more famous for its reliability than Toyota. The new 2023 Toyota Highlander is the latest in a long line of Toyota superstars, and it’s worth taking a good look at if you’re on the hunt for a new SUV. Let’s take a look at some of the highlights of the 2023 Toyota Highlander to see if it could be the right SUV for you.
Spacious Interior
The interior of the 2023 Toyota Highlander is perhaps the most appealing aspect for those of us who want to drive in style. What strikes us right away is how the interior is loaded with eye-catching tech. The gauges are fully digital, making sure they’re easy to see—no matter how bright the day or how dark the night! Just nearby the gauges is another feature that we just absolutely love: the 2023 Toyota Highlander comes with available Qi-compatible wireless charging for your smartphone. You can place your device just underneath the touchscreen display to charge it—no cables needed! This is a total game changer; gone are the days of forgetting a cable at home and being stuck on a long drive with a dwindling battery.
While the driver seat is full of great tech at your fingertips, your passengers will enjoy the comfortable seating of the 2023 Toyota Highlander. The Highlander has available heated and ventilated front seats that will keep you cool when the days get hot and keep you warm on cold winter nights. Just above these soft seats is a beautiful panoramic moonroof, so your passengers can gaze skyward at the view overhead while you keep your eyes on the road; this can turn a late-night drive into a peaceful stargazing session or let in some much-needed sunlight on an early morning commute. What’s more, you also have the option to give your seats a vibrant two-tone red and black leather-trimmed makeover. Talk about flair!
The 2023 Toyota Highlander wouldn’t be a great SUV without the room to comfortably fit everybody. Luckily, the spacious third-row seating of the Highlander lets you fit eight passengers easily, so you can bring along the whole family, or a diverse smattering of friends, or just some random people you found outside the gas station. With how luxurious the interior of the Highlander can be, the more, the merrier!
Road Performance
The 2023 Toyota Highlander consistently impresses through its performance and power. Toyota aptly describes it as “ready to take on your adventures,” and it’s easy to see why. The 2023 Highlander sports an updated 2.4L turbo four-cylinder engine that can produce a solid 265 hp. The EPA gives it an estimated 25 MPG combined, which means you can fill up your tank and cruise for long jaunts without worrying about when you’ll have to stop for gas. The engine of the 2023 Toyota Highlander will get you where you need to be quickly and efficiently, but that’s not the only selling point the new Highlander has in terms of performance…
To maximize efficiency and utilize the world-famous adaptability of great SUVs like the Toyota Highlander, you’ll want to take advantage of the best drive mode for your situation. The 2023 Highlander has three distinct drive modes: Sport, Eco, and Normal. Sport mode is for when you want to hit the highway at maximum acceleration and feel the wind roar in your ear. Eco mode is for maximum fuel efficiency for long-distance driving with minimal gas stops. Normal mode gives you a healthy mix of fuel economy and driving performance, perfect for everyday use when you want that ideal balance of efficiency and acceleration.
Want even more options? The all-wheel drive models of the 2023 Highlander include Multi-Terrain Select, for when you need the perfect level of traction when you take your Highlander off-road. No matter what terrain you find yourself in—mud, sand, rocks, or even snow—the Highlander’s multi-terrain system will provide you with the best possible driving experience. It optimizes your wheelspin and negates slippage on rough surfaces, so you get to where you need to go no matter how you need to get there.
Safety & Security
Every time you get behind the wheel, you want to feel safe and secure. The 2023 Toyota Highlander is adept at giving you that sense of security. Not only is the Highlander going to keep you safe in case of an emergency, but it’s also equipped to help thwart accidents before they happen. One such safety advancement is the Pre-Collision System, something that would have seemed like science fiction just a few years ago! The Toyota Highlander can detect a vehicle or pedestrian in your path and provide both a visual and audio warning to let you know to stop or slow down; if, for whatever reason, you’re unable to, the system can provide an emergency automatic brake, to help ensure everyone inside and outside the Highlander remains unharmed.
Outside of mitigating crashes, your new Highlander also comes with some high-tech safety options to optimize your driving and parking experience. The Highlander has automatic systems to correct your place in a lane, easily detect and read traffic signs nearby, and even switch on your high beams based on the exterior light level. These systems help you keep your eyes and attention on the road while the Highlander takes care of the little things around you, ensuring you’re at your best behind the wheel. The front and rear parking assist with automatic braking is especially great; you’ll hear and see prominent warnings if you get too close to another bumper or person, and the Highlander will automatically deploy brakes to avoid contact. Backing into that tight spot in the parking lot just got a whole lot easier.
In the event that something does happen, every 2023 Toyota Highlander includes ToyotaCare, a maintenance plan that will keep you covered for normal factory-scheduled service for up to two years or after your first 25,000 miles—whichever comes first. It also includes twenty-four-hour roadside assistance for two years at unlimited mileage. That means that you can rest assured that, if an accident happens, Toyota will have your back, ensuring that your 2023 Highlander is in good hands.
The Lightweight Heavyweight
The 2023 Toyota Highlander is a modern SUV heavyweight, bringing all the features you’d want at a reasonable price. The things we love most about the 2023 Toyota Highlander are its cozy interior (which has all the gadgets and features to make your driving experience as enjoyable as possible), the stellar performance (that will keep you on the road for longer and keep your gas bill smaller), and the ever-important safety features that will keep you and your passengers from ever worrying about anything other than where you’re off to next. All in all, if you’re looking for a new SUV that can handle all kinds of paths and hurdles, the 2023 Highlander is an excellent choice.
