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On the Lookout for the Highlander

A lot of Toyota fans and motorists have been on the look out for any buzz regarding the Toyota Highlander since this recent car from the Japanese colossal car maker has unveiled it and Highlander middle-sized sport utility vehicle last February.

So, “what is so special about this mid-sized SUV?” might be on every driver’s mind. As said by automotive operations and TMS senior vice president, Don Osmond, this car model, anchors one of the industry’s only three-vehicle, mid- sized SUV line ups along with the 4Runner and the FJ Cruiser. He also noted that the Highlander which is now larger and especially roomier than the preceding release, is a significant part in the industry’s only three vehicle hybrid strategy. Though it boasts of extra power, the recent concept has not changed its fuel efficiency. Described as a near perfect implementation of the most up-to-date in auto parts engineering, this car will be more hushed, smarter, resulting to superior flexibility and ride comfort.

This vehicle comes with the typical package of the most up-to-date safety auto parts and accessories which is very much fitting for today’s industry where safety is a much mulled over feature. It comes with seven airbags, one of which is for the driver’s knees. It is also equipped with roll- sensing curtain airbags for the passenger seats. Other features include brake assist, electronic brake force distribution, traction control, anti lock breaks and enhanced vehicle stability control. The car also is manufactured with electronic steering.

The Brand New Look

Without losing the sharp appearance, the all-new Highlander shows off strength in every angle. Looking all steady and powerful, this vehicle is accented with clean crisp lines a blend of which results in a forceful, vibrant and contemporary personality. The new Highlander rides on a chassis that is obtained from the current Camry and Avalon, but it is four inches longer and three inches wider. It totally boasts of being large with an added inch of ground clearance and about three inches of added wheel base. A nineteen inch alloy wheel will also come on both Limited and Sport gas and hybrid models.

The dimension of the vehicle can be summarized below:

Overall Length: 188.4
Overall Width: 75.2
Overall Height: 69.3
Wheelbase: 109.8
Ground Clearance: Gas 8.1 / Hybrid 7.3
Seating Capacity: 5 or 7 passengers
Wheels: 17- or 19-inch wheels

The Newest in Vehicle Telematics

The outside of the Highlander is just a preview of why this SUV is a must own. What makes a substantial difference is the interior which is not just designed to near perfection but, crammed with the latest in vehicle telematics as well. Dimension is something this car has as one can see from its well-ventilated and open passenger compartment. The seating arrangement is also very compliant. The second row seats include captain’s chairs with arm rests that can be changed to a bench seat for three passengers when needed. A secreted compartment in the front seat contains a Center Stow seat that can seat extra when in use. Equipped with a recliner, the second row also slides 4.7 inches back and forth. The third row seats have foldable head rests for a flat rear cargo area that’s easily accessible via a rear glass hatch.

Excluding the base models, all other models are provided with a stand alone back-up camera with a multi- information screen, yet untied to a navigation system. Optional items also include power backdoor controlled with a key fob, a navigation system with an eight inch screen and a rear seat entertainment system with nine inch screens. Three- zone air conditioning is provided in the models as well as JBL audio with six-disc changer player, leather seat trims with heating systems, third row delete options, blue tooth speakers and a class leading 5000-lbs. maximum towing capacity.

Under the Hood: Uninhibited Performance and Power

Cars for a lot of experts are made by what is under the hood. That is their heart and it is by what is under their hoods that they are distinguished from each other. In this aspect the Highlander remains uncompromising

On the outside, the vehicle is the first Toyota Division vehicle that features the new hood and fender system that is intended to crumple on impact with a pedestrian. Going inside the hood, the Highlander is a wower with its 3.5 liter V6 engine that supplies 270 horsepower. Aside from this, the new Toyota Highlander will include the manufacturer’s VDIM stability system. This system combine full time four- wheel drive with intelligence, electronic brake and throttle control, and true electronically-controlled active steering.

For the hybrids, it has an advanced Hybrid Synergy Drive that is optimized for both power and economy. Driving on the city this vehicle has a fuel economy of 31 and 27 on the highway.

Aficionados and would be buyers need not be impatient for this coming dream car. Aside from being the best in its class, Toyota, like usual offers the best support when it comes to their recent models when it comes to aftermarket car parts and accessories. This being one of their well known points, the Highlander will have an arrayed support of auto parts and car parts that will take the knots of doubt from even the most concerned buyer.