2020 Toyota Highlander XLE
Toyota Highlander Details
V6, 3.5L
Magnetic Gray Metallic
AWD
Gasoline
118,112 Miles
Black
3P906A
5TDGZRBH1LS011277
XLE
Features & Options
- Coolant Temperature Warning Warnings And Reminders
- Low Oil Pressure Warnings And Reminders
- Lamp Failure Warnings And Reminders
- USB Front Power Outlet(s)
- Front Automatic Emergency Braking
- Front Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking
- Pedestrian Detection Pre-collision Warning System
- Lane Centering Autonomous Lane Guidance
- Toyota Connected Services Smart Device App Compatibility
- Semi-automatic Adaptive Stop And Go Cruise Control
- Security Event/collision Alert Smart Device App Function
- Maintenance Scheduling Smart Device App Function
- Engine Start Smart Device App Function
- 7 In. Instrument Cluster Screen Size
- 8 In. Infotainment Screen Size
- Check Rear Seat Reminder
- Amazon Alexa Connected In-car Apps
- Rear Camera System Washer
- Android Auto Smartphone Integration
- Apple CarPlay Smartphone Integration
- Height Driver Seat Power Adjustments
- Traffic Sign Recognition
- Lane Keeping Assist
- LED Front Fog Lights
- Front Wireless Charging Station
- Visual Warning Pre-collision Warning System
- Audible Warning Pre-collision Warning System
- Organizer Tray Center Console
- Aluminum Alloy Wheels
- Horn/light Operation Smart Device App Function
- Lock Operation Smart Device App Function
- Maintenance Status Smart Device App Function
- Roadside Assistance Driver Assistance App
- Google Search Connected In-car Apps
- Vehicle Location Smart Device App Function
- Google POIs Connected In-car Apps
- Hill Descent Off-road Driving Assist
- Hotspot Wi-Fi
- Chrome Roof Rails
- Passenger Front Seat Cushion Airbags
- Voice Operated Electronic Messaging Assistance
- With Read Function Electronic Messaging Assistance
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Liftgate Memorized Settings
- Auto Start/stop
- Dual Front Impact Absorbing Seats
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Touch Screen Display Radio
- Bluetooth Auxiliary Audio Input
- Drive Mode Selector
- Voice Operated Radio
- In Dash Rearview Monitor
- Third Row Emergency Locking Retractors
- Tilt/slide Moonroof / Sunroof
- Front Mudguards
- Trunk Release Multi-function Remote
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio
- Rear Crumple Zones
- Front Crumple Zones
- Flat Third Row Seat Folding
- Front Emergency Locking Retractors
- Sliding Rear Seat
- IPod/iPhone Auxiliary Audio Input
- Trip Odometer
- Auto On/off Headlights
- Body-color Rocker Panel Color
- Accessory Hook Storage
- 3-point Front Seatbelts
- 3-point Rear Seatbelts
- Leatherette Door Trim
- Auto Delay Off Headlights
- Voice Control Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
- Rear Cupholders
- Lane Deviation Sensors
- Wiper Activated Headlights
- Proximity Entry System Multi-function Remote
- Door Pockets Storage
- Acoustic Windshield Laminated Glass
- Sunglasses Holder Storage
- Chrome Window Trim
- LED Headlights
- Approach Lamps Exterior Entry Lights
- Grocery Bag Holder Storage
- Front Seatback Storage
- In Floor Storage
- In Dash Storage
- Homelink - Garage Door Opener Universal Remote Transmitter
- Multi-function Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
- Phone Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
- Cruise Control Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
- Third Row Reading Lights
- Conversation Mirror
- Range Fuel Economy Display
- MPG Fuel Economy Display
- HD Radio Radio
- USB Auxiliary Audio Input
- Auto-dimming Rearview Mirror
- Fuel Cut-off Impact Sensor
- Front Console With Armrest And Storage Center Console
- 3-point Third Row Seatbelts
- Auto-locking Power Door Locks
- Reclining Driver Seat Power Adjustments
- Stainless Steel Exhaust Tip Color
- With Washer Rear Wiper
- Rear Mudguards
- Black Grille Color
- Reclining Passenger Seat Power Adjustments
- Air Filtration
- Carpet Floor Material
- Rear Assist Handle
- Heated Side Mirrors
- Lumbar Driver Seat Power Adjustments
- Manual Folding Side Mirror Adjustments
- Gas Front Shock Type
- Gas Rear Shock Type
- Adjustable Front Headrests
- Rear Outboard Seats Armrests
- Rear Reading Lights
- Front Seatbelt Warning Sensor
- Third Row Side Curtain Airbags
- Two 12V Front Power Outlet(s)
- Power Side Mirror Adjustments
- Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
- Push-button Start
- Cornering Brake Control
- Body-color Rear Spoiler Color
- Roofline Rear Spoiler
- Flat Rear Seat Folding
- Cargo Tie-down Anchors And Hooks Storage
- Adjustable Third Row Headrests
- Power Glass Moonroof / Sunroof
- Multi-function Display
- Battery Saver
- Solar-tinted Glass
- Rearview Camera System
- Humidity/dewpoint Sensors
- Auto Off Electronic Parking Brake
- External Temperature Display
- Speed Sensitive Volume Control
- LED Taillights
- Power Brakes
- Anti-trapping Moonroof / Sunroof
- Chrome Interior Accents
- Rear Emergency Locking Retractors
- Digital Odometer
- Integrated Turn Signals Side Mirrors
- Body-color Door Handle Color
- Safety Brake Pedal System
- Auto-on In Reverse Rear Wiper
- Hill Holder Control
- Door Unlock Impact Sensor
- Body-color Mirror Color
- Rear Privacy Glass
- Low Fuel Level Warnings And Reminders
- Sliding Sunshade Moonroof / Sunroof
- Adjustable Rear Headrests
- Audio Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
- Front Overhead Console
- Metallic-tone Interior Accents
- Door Courtesy Lights
- Body-color Front Bumper Color
- Lockout Button Power Windows
- Safety Reverse Power Windows
- Radio Data System
- One-touch Open/close Moonroof / Sunroof
- 4-wheel ABS
- Maintenance Due Warnings And Reminders
- Panic Alarm Multi-function Remote
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Vehicle Immobilizer Anti-theft System
- LATCH System Child Seat Anchors
- Child Safety Door Locks
- Anti-lockout Power Door Locks
- Reclining Rear Seat Manual Adjustments
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Variable Intermittent Front Wipers
- Cargo Area Light
- Alarm Anti-theft System
- Tachometer Gauge
- Rear Window Defogger
- Traction Control
- Stability Control
- Front Side Curtain Airbags
- Braking Assist
- Dual Front Airbags
- Trailer Stability Control
- Third Row Rear Vents
- Silver Surround Grille Color
- Black Rear Bumper Color
- Front Assist Handle
- Clock
- Captains Chairs Rear Seat Type
- AM/FM Radio
- Leather Steering Wheel Trim
- Leatherette Upholstery
- Lower Control Arms Front Suspension Type
- 6 Total Speakers
- Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
- Variable/speed-proportional Power Steering
- Ventilated Disc Front Brake Type
- Bucket Front Seat Type
- Front Reading Lights
- Power Operated Rear Trunk/liftgate
- Liftgate Rear Trunk/liftgate
- 4 Passenger Seat Power Adjustments
- 40-60 Split Bench Third Row Seat Type
- Steel Spare Wheel Type
- Underbody Spare Tire Mount Location
- 2 Front Headrests
- Fixed Liftgate Window
- Voice Operated Hands-free Phone Call Integration
- Emergency Braking Preparation
- Front Seatbelt Force Limiters
- Bluetooth Wireless Data Link
- Coil Front Spring Type
- 4 One-touch Windows
- 2 Rear Headrests
- Heated Windshield Wiper Rests
- Alert System Impact Sensor
- Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
- Rear Stabilizer Bar
- Front Stabilizer Bar
- Leather Shift Knob Trim
- Single Rear Air Conditioning Zones
- 10 Driver Seat Power Adjustments
- Coil Rear Spring Type
- Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
- Independently Controlled Rear Air Conditioning
- Heated Driver Seat
- Side Window Sunshade
- Driver Knee Airbags
- Mast Antenna Type
- Diversity Antenna Type
- Rear Side Curtain Airbags
- Post-collision Safety System Impact Sensor
- Heated Passenger Seat
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
- Intermittent Rear Wiper
- Multi-link Rear Suspension Type
- Tilt And Telescopic Steering Wheel
- Front Side Airbags
- Sensor/alert Blind Spot Safety
- Automatic Climate Control Rear Air Conditioning
- MacPherson Front Struts
- Independent Rear Suspension Classification
- 3 Third Row Headrests
- Third Row Cupholders
- Front Cupholders
- Auto High Beam Dimmer Headlights
- Independent Front Suspension Classification
- Disc Rear Brake Type
- On Demand 4WD Type
- Split Third Row Seat Folding
- Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
- Temporary Spare Tire Size
- 50 State Emissions
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2020 Toyota Highlander Platinum Review
Over the past 2 decades, the Highlander has been America’s go-to family mover by offering a car-like ride with SUV versatility. But this one here is all about raising expectations by taking everything farther. The all-new 2020 Highlander Platinum gives Toyota owners a healthy dose of Lexus.Toyota sold 240,000 American-made Highlanders in the U.S. last year making it the company’s 2nd best-selling SUV so when conceiving this next generation there was neither motivation nor need for radical change. Look under the hood and you’ll find the same 295 horsepower, 3.5-liter V6 mated to the same 8-speed auto. Same 8” of ground clearance. Same approach and departure angles. Same 5,000 pounds towing capacity and the 3rd row remains the same size. But that doesn’t mean the Highlander hasn’t taken a big step forward. It’s built upon a new, stronger and lighter platform, the styling has been emboldened, there’s additional length to the body, but most of all it’s the Highlander’s newly discovered ultra-premium character that makes the strongest impression backed by a smarter all-wheel drive system with intelligent multi-terrain controls.
The Platinum’s cabin is really something to behold. I mean, I could easily be sitting in a Lexus right now. Highlights include this giant touchscreen, an unbelievably great-sounding JBL audio system, a high technology influence throughout and an SUV-like seating position with really comfy seats. And talk about quiet and smooth; riding in here is like being in a library.
No longer just an option package, the Platinum is now its own grade level, available in front- or all-wheel drive and priced from $48,000. Goodies you’ll only find here include the 12” touchscreen with its simple to use apps and easily configurable layout, adaptive LED headlights that swivel in the direction of travel, rain sensing wipers, 20” alloy wheels, a panoramic moonroof, a camera-based rearview mirror, a 10” color heads-up display, illuminated scuff plates, and some exterior styling cues. In Ruby Flare Pearl with all-wheel drive and optional carpeted floor mats, this one stickers for $50,663. That leads to some initial sticker shock until you realize that’s just where the high end of this segment is these days and at least this Highlander convincingly plays the 50k role, replete with premium touchpoints, and I hate to keep using the analogy, but a Lexus level look. I love the new design details and its arsenal of tricks. The graphic displays and animations are bright and easy to understand, there’s a conversation mirror to complement the Driver East Speak feature that broadcasts the driver’s voice through the rear speakers, a shelf with USB cable management, a conveniently placed wireless device charger, the bird’s eye view camera with perimeter scan, and an 11-speaker premium audio system with Clari-Fi technology that brings vibrancy to compressed music. There are a few misses, however. The height adjustable passenger seat is becoming extinct when even 50 grand doesn’t buy you one, Toyota cheesed out by not putting the Smart Key system on all doors, closing said doors requires more effort now as they’ve acquired a heavier feel, and there’re no USB ports in the 3rd row.
Lesser trims can be specified with a 2nd row bench seat however this Platinum trim comes exclusively with the captain’s chairs in a 7-seat configuration. But they’re very nice. There’s a sliding feature here that creates good balance between the 2nd and 3rd row when it’s occupied and the feature content in here is definitely on-point with a platinum trim.
Sunshades, heated seats, climate controls, USB ports, a panoramic roof and more legroom? This is a good place to be. Accessing the 3rd row is also simple and these seats also recline so for a couple of kids without long legs, it’s fine but you will have to make a deal with the person seated in front of you to avoid claustrophobia.
The Highlander has grown in length and the beneficiary of those additional 2 ½” is right here in the cargo area. So, you can take a few more things with you on vacation.
A kick of the foot works to open up the hatch. There’s an underfloor storage cubby that holds the cargo cover and I like how the 3rd row seats lock in a forward position when using this area for a smaller contained space. Would remote levers to drop all the seats be appreciated at this price? Yes. But it’s not to be.
The driving experience feels far more substantial than before, taking on a greater SUV-like persona. Bigger, bolder, smoother and nearly silent inside, the Highlander is a great long trip cruiser with a more sophisticated ride quality. Now, the mileage isn’t great but the Highlander is a winner and it also sports a new level of off-road capability.
Multi-Terrain Select allows you to dial in various off-road surfaces for a tailored experience and the torque vectoring all-wheel drive system on the higher level trims benefits both on- and off-road driving. It’s not a sporty SUV or one you’d want to take too far off-road but the Highlander balances all of its responsibilities with grace. It’s a pleasant drive with new levels of smoothness and quietness. Gas mileage of 23mpg in combined driving is 1 tick better than before but a smaller tank slightly reduces total range to 412 miles.