2017 Toyota Highlander Long Island NY

Are there any updates to the Highlander for 2017?

The Highlander has received significant updates for 2017. The front end is highlighted by redesigned LED taillights and a more distinct grille. A new V6 engine has gained improved fuel economy, an automatic stop-start system, and an eight-speed automatic transmission. A new SE trim level adds a variety of sporty styling elements, along with a re-tuned suspension for sharper handling. There is also the amazing Toyota Safety Sense technology, which is standard on every trim level for 2017, and adds innovative driver assistance features.

Which engines are available with the Highlander?

Customers have three powertrain configurations to choose from when it comes to equipping the Highlander. The base engine featured is a 2.7-liter inline-4 with 185 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque, and it is linked to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The new 3.5-liter V6 is linked to an eight-speed automatic transmission, and it boasts 295 horsepower and 263 lb-ft of torque. Finally, there is a fantastic Highlander Hybrid which utilizes a 3.5-liter V6 and AC 650-volt permanent-magnet motors. All Highlander models come standard with front-wheel drive, but models equipped with either the gas or hybrid V6 engines are available with either front-wheel or all-wheel drive.

Are the trims well-equipped?

Each Toyota Highlander is impressively equipped in all categories, making it an affordable yet exciting option for many drivers. The Highlander has seating for three-rows of passengers. There is comfort for up to eight passengers, but the optional captain's chairs (for the second row) reduces the passenger capacity to seven. Six trim levels are offered: the LE, LE Plus, XLE, SE, Limited, and Limited Platinum. Standard features found in the base LE trim include rear privacy glass, 18-inch alloy wheels, and a windshield wiper de-icer. The Highlander's interior configuration is easy to modify due to the 60/40-split third-row seat and 60/40-split second-row seat. For entertainment, the Highlander has a six-speaker sound system, a media player interface, an auxiliary audio jack, and a CD player. The amazing Toyota Safety Sense bundle has technology that assists the driver, like lane departure intervention, automatic high beams, forward collision mitigation with automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control.