Spacious, Capable, and Versatile: The Toyota Highlander

The midsize Toyota Highlander has room to seat seven or eight passengers, making it a great choice for those with larger families or groups of friends. It gets better than average fuel economy and comes with a long list of standard features. With five models featuring traditional gas engines and three hybrid trims, there are plenty of ways to configure your Highlander, even before you look at options, packages, and accessories. The Highlander consistently receives high honors as well.

The most recent Highlander offers an all-new 3.5-liter V6 with direct injection to give you brisker acceleration and you can boost its efficiency with the Stop and Start Engine System. Unsurprisingly, this SUV offers all-wheel drive, but in the case of the Highlander, it is Dynamic Torque Control AWD, an improved system that distributes power and manages braking side to side. The Highlander is tough enough to take you camping or bring a boat along thanks to its 5,000-pound towing capacity. Don’t forget that the Highlander also comes standard with the latest driver assistive features courtesy of Toyota Safety Sense.

The All New 2018 Toyota Highlander

The Toyota Highlander enters 2018 with plenty of space at a reasonable price. Families searching for a vehicle packed with numerous interior features and lots of seat space will be pleased to hear about all the Highlander has to offer! The Highlander is available in six trim levels which include: the base LE, LE Plus, XLE, SE, Limited, and Limited Platinum. Even at the base level, the Highlander offers a 6.1-inch touchscreen, five US ports, a rearview camera, and more!

Families will also be excited to learn about all the safety features on the Highlander. The Toyota Safety Sense bundle adds forward collision mitigation, lane departure intervention, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams. Families know that safety is a priority and because the Highlander offers plenty of safety features, families can rest assured knowing they’re travelling not only safely, but in style as well.
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2018 Toyota Highlander Trims

The Highlander has been one of the most popular Toyota models from practically day one of its existence. It combines a roomy interior with nimble, car-like handling and ample cargo space to meet the needs of drivers from all walks of life. For 2018, Toyota is making the Highlander available in eight different trims:

• LE: The base trim in the 2018 Highlander lineup, this trim features seating for up to eight, integrated backup camera, Entune™ audio with Bluetooth*, Toyota Safety Sense P, and more. You’ve got a choice of a 2.7L 4-cylinder or 3.5L V6 engine with this trim.
  Starts at $31,030 MSRP*.
• LE Plus: The LE Plus enhances the LE’s features with a more powerful V6 engine under the hood and premium features like SofTex trimmed seats, leather trimmed steering wheel, Entune™ Audio Plus with navigation, HD Radio™, SiriusXM Satellite radio, and 3.5L V6 engine. (The 3.5L V6 gas engine is standard this and higher trim levels unless it is a Hybrid version).
  Starts at $35,460 MSRP*.
• Hybrid LE: The LE trim, but with standard all-wheel drive capability and a 3.5L V6 ECVT Hybrid engine under the hood.
  Starts at $36,670 MSRP*.
• XLE: This trim adds on luxury features like leather trimmed front/second row seats, Entune™ Premium Audio, and power tilt/slide moonroof.
  Starts at $38,920 MSRP*.
• SE: Luxury features with a dash of sporty performance via 19-inch multi-spoke machined alloy wheels with black finish, sport tuned suspension, and dark black accent headlights.
  Starts at $40,090 MSRP*.
• Hybrid XLE: The XLE powered by a 3.5L V6 ECVT Hybrid engine and with all-wheel drive as a standard feature.
  Starts at $41,730 MSRP*.
• Limited: The most well-equipped trim in the 2018 Highlander lineup includes amenities like heated/ventilated front seats, Entune™ Premium JBL® Audio system, and 19-inch Chromtec® alloy wheels.
  Starts at $42,080 MSRP*.
• Hybrid Limited: All the premium options you get with the standard Limited trim plus a 3.5L V6 ECVT Hybrid engine and all-wheel drive.
  Starts at $45,160 MSRP*.

Toyota Highlander History

The 2001 Toyota Highlander was the first model and was only offered in two trims with two rows of seats. It combined the features people loved of minivans, SUVs, and station wagons and came standard with air conditioning, 17-inch alloy wheels, cruise control, and a CD player. Optional amenities included heated front seats, a moonroof, leather seats, keyless entry, and three-zone automatic climate control. This first-generation model had 155 horsepower or 220 horses depending on the engine. 2004 saw a mid-generation refresh with a new grille, redesigned headlights, an available third row, and a 5-speed automatic. The Highlander Hybrid arrived for the 2006 model year, as did a Sport trim. The second generation arrived in 2007 with a larger size and more power.

Warrenton Toyota Provides a Wide Selection

Discerning drivers love the Highlander because of the safety and room it provides while still remaining economical. To truly get a feel for what it is like to drive one, come by Warrenton Toyota in Warrenton, VA and let our professionals show you around the many models available. We are happy to answer any questions you have and can even help with financing right here at the dealership.

*MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price) excludes tax, license, registration, and options. A delivery, processing, and handling fee may be charged separately. Dealer prices may vary.