High Efficiency Family Hauling - The 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Is All About Economy
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Date: 2020-05-14
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David
Why have Lexus not put this more powerful hybrid drive train in the ES300h when it constantly get bemoaned for being underpowered? Makes no sense that a saloon Lexus like the ES300h can be slower than this big 7 seat SUV! Lexus are making very strange decisions of late with regards to their propulsion systems. My only hope is that they put this more powerful system in the upcoming IS300h, they would be fools to do otherwise!
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Why have Lexus not put this more powerful hybrid drive train in the ES300h when it constantly get bemoaned for being underpowered? Makes no sense that a saloon Lexus like the ES300h can be slower than this big 7 seat SUV! Lexus are making very strange decisions of late with regards to their propulsion systems. My only hope is that they put this more powerful system in the upcoming IS300h, they would be fools to do otherwise!
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Trades46
It is nice but there's definitely some more utilitarian design about the Highlander even in this Platinum trim, my guess is to leave some headroom for the next Lexus RX to slot above this in terms of design. This means the Palisade & Telluride feel more premium inside. Similarly the 2. 5L hybrid system is more utilitarian in that aspect - I suspect the RX hybrid to retain the V6 for its premium status.
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It is nice but there's definitely some more utilitarian design about the Highlander even in this Platinum trim, my guess is to leave some headroom for the next Lexus RX to slot above this in terms of design. This means the Palisade & Telluride feel more premium inside. Similarly the 2. 5L hybrid system is more utilitarian in that aspect - I suspect the RX hybrid to retain the V6 for its premium status.
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Right
Alex, While adding an AMAZING 30% increase in fuel efficiency and retaining the 3, 500 lbs tow rating, I am nonetheless concerned the switch to a 4 cylinder engine will negatively impact the #Nurburgring lap times the Highlander Hybrid can achieve. Is the outstanding and unequaled fuel efficiency really worth the track day trade off?
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Alex, While adding an AMAZING 30% increase in fuel efficiency and retaining the 3, 500 lbs tow rating, I am nonetheless concerned the switch to a 4 cylinder engine will negatively impact the #Nurburgring lap times the Highlander Hybrid can achieve. Is the outstanding and unequaled fuel efficiency really worth the track day trade off?
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Matt
Correction: LEXUS ES dose Not come with this four banger engine, they are V6 variations of 2GR engine but this dual injection I4 found in Camry and Avalon is still one of the best new I4 out there, that and recent stuff from Mazda before they went to I4 cylinder deactivation that everyone should be very cautious of in the long run.
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Correction: LEXUS ES dose Not come with this four banger engine, they are V6 variations of 2GR engine but this dual injection I4 found in Camry and Avalon is still one of the best new I4 out there, that and recent stuff from Mazda before they went to I4 cylinder deactivation that everyone should be very cautious of in the long run.
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Even
I am looking forward to a highlander prime. I'll be satisfy if it can go 50 miles of electric driving. The hybrid is more than just fuel saving. I find it very useful anytime I have to wait in the car, I can use the AC or heater without having to let the engine running, especially when waiting daily to pick up my kids.
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I am looking forward to a highlander prime. I'll be satisfy if it can go 50 miles of electric driving. The hybrid is more than just fuel saving. I find it very useful anytime I have to wait in the car, I can use the AC or heater without having to let the engine running, especially when waiting daily to pick up my kids.
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aquaticko
I honestly can't understand why people who aren't explicitly and specifically interested in performance don't buy hybrid versions of cars whenever they're available. The number of people driving around in non-hybrid RAV4s, Accord, Camrys, Corollas, Civics (Insight, Elantras (Ioniqs, etc, drives me bonkers.
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I honestly can't understand why people who aren't explicitly and specifically interested in performance don't buy hybrid versions of cars whenever they're available. The number of people driving around in non-hybrid RAV4s, Accord, Camrys, Corollas, Civics (Insight, Elantras (Ioniqs, etc, drives me bonkers.
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Blake
The elbow problem with the centre armrest has actually become a dealbreaker for me. It was even worse when I sat in a cold one in -10C here in Canada. Beyond the sharp plastic ridge, the armrest was as hard as a rock in the cold. Big fail. Want the mileage, waiting for the Sienna announcement on Monday.
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The elbow problem with the centre armrest has actually become a dealbreaker for me. It was even worse when I sat in a cold one in -10C here in Canada. Beyond the sharp plastic ridge, the armrest was as hard as a rock in the cold. Big fail. Want the mileage, waiting for the Sienna announcement on Monday.
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Matthew
How does the 2nd row width of the Highlander Hybrid compare with the 2nd row of the CR-V Hybrid? I think the CR-V and RAV4 Hybrid (and possible upcoming Sienna/Venza Hybrids) are the top competitors to the Highlander Hybrid.
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How does the 2nd row width of the Highlander Hybrid compare with the 2nd row of the CR-V Hybrid? I think the CR-V and RAV4 Hybrid (and possible upcoming Sienna/Venza Hybrids) are the top competitors to the Highlander Hybrid.
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Jorel
In regards to the tilt and slide seats to included a child seat: The VW has many issues with the mechanisms that allow that movement. I would imagine Toyota has shied away from it to reduce the incidents of issues.
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In regards to the tilt and slide seats to included a child seat: The VW has many issues with the mechanisms that allow that movement. I would imagine Toyota has shied away from it to reduce the incidents of issues.
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