The third generation of the car received a motor slightly strangled by environmental standards (there were 273 horses, it became 249) and a new six-speed automatic transmission. A large and functional urban crossover has changed from the outside. The exterior is no longer completely boring, although many dislike the chrome-lined “mouth” of the new Highlander.
The importer says nine body colors are now available for the car, and you can look for “more refined materials” in the interior. Inside, the Highlander has become more spacious, the plastic on the dashboard has been softened, and the top-end Premium modifications have been decorated with tidy with decorative wood-like inserts.
The car boasts keyless entry into the cabin, starting the engine with a button, seats with memory, heating and ventilation. The updated Toyota Touch 2 navigator received an 8-inch screen and JBL acoustics. The car has grown slightly in size and, according to the importer, "provides better access to the third row of seats." The cabin has become quieter due to the increased area of soundproofing material.
The base has eight airbags, improved directional stability and brake force distribution systems. "Highlander" is able to "monitor" blind spots, warn of a deviation from the lane and help in parking with a rear-view camera.
The debut of the third generation of the crossover took place in March 2013 at the New York Auto Show. It is noteworthy that now Toyota Highlander can be not only five-, seven-, but also eight-seater. The list of active safety systems has become longer. From now on, blind spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control and headlights are available for the model.
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The exterior and interior of the new Highlander have been designed to combine all the practicality and functionality expected of an urban crossover with a more refined, elegant design to create an ambiance of premium luxury and extreme comfort for both the driver and all passengers.
The third generation Toyota Highlander received a new dynamic and bold exterior with chrome accents, a trapezoidal grille, the upper part of which traditionally continues to the middle of the headlights, new LED low beam headlights and daytime running lights. The muscular image is emphasized by powerful wheel arches and a high window sill line. The profile of the car is strengthened by 18 and 19 inch wheels in a new design.
The interior of the Toyota Highlander features new, more refined interior materials, more space and impressive functionality. The dashboard of the new Toyota Highlander is made of soft plastic, and the interior in the Premium package is decorated with wood-look inserts.
New options are available to the driver to provide even more comfort:
In addition, the advanced multimedia system Toyota Touch 2 with Go function with an 8-inch touch screen diagonal, which combines a multimedia center with JBL acoustics and a GPS navigation system, offers ample opportunities for communication and entertainment on the go.
A slight change in the dimensions of the new Toyota Highlander has significantly increased the space for passengers in the cabin. And access to the third row of seats has become much easier due to the new transformation system, which allows one movement to move the second row seat from the driver and passenger side. The seats of the second and third rows are folded in a ratio of 60/40. The luggage compartment has also become more spacious, increasing by 16 cm compared to the previous generation.
To achieve even greater comfort in the cabin of the new Toyota Highlander, noise insulation has been significantly improved due to the increased area of soundproofing floor material up to 86%, the tightness of the cabin and the reduction of engine noise.
The third generation of the Toyota Highlander features improved driving performance thanks to the dynamic center torque distribution system, improved suspension and optimized electric power steering. The car uses MacPherson strut front suspension, double wishbone rear suspension and disc brakes front and rear.
3.5L petrol engine. equipped with a variable length intake manifold and Dual VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing-intelligent) system to optimize torque and reduce fuel consumption. This modified power unit has a power of 249 hp. at 6200 rpm and a torque of 337 Nm at 4700 rpm. All this provides powerful acceleration to 100 km / h in 8.7 seconds, while fuel consumption in the combined cycle is 10.6 liters per 100 km.
The new Toyota Highlander meets the highest standards of active and passive safety. The car is equipped with eight airbags in all trim levels.
Overall dimensions Toyota Highlander (XU50) (Тойота Хайлендер)
length: 4865 мм,
width: 1925 мм,
height: 1730 мм,
clearance: 200 мм,
base: 2790 мм
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