2017 Toyota Highlander Hybrid for Sale

I've owned the 2017 Highlander Hybrid for a year and have driven it 40,000 miles. While it's a very comfortable and remarkably efficient SUV, I don't believe its high price tag is justified. First, the good: - Obviously, as a hybrid vehicle, the Highlander gets phenomenal MPG for a 5,000 pound SUV. On average I get roughly 31 mpg in 50/50 city/highway driving. But, when I try to maximize fuel economy (by driving slowly in "Eco Mode" without the A/C on), I can get reach an incredible 35 mpg. - The vehicle is exceptionally comfortable for both driver and passengers. The seats provide a good balance of support and cushion. I opted for the heated and cooled front seats. The cooling system pumps conditioned air through the seat vents, which is a nice benefit during the summer. The heated seats do not work well though...even at the highest setting, I can barely feel any heat. - The battery/engine combo provides quick acceleration. However, there is a noticeable engine lag in pedal response...in other words, when you kick down the accelerator pedal, it takes a second or two before the engine responds. - Toyota apparently put some effort into sound insulation for the Highlander...it's Lexus-like quiet. - This SUV is loaded with automatic stability control features. I've driven it several times in the snow, and even when I purposefully try to fishtail or induce a skid, the system instantly kicks in and stabilizes the vehicle. OK, now the not-so-good: - If you drive the car conservatively and casually, the Highlander is a stable and safe vehicle. However, if you attempt any sort of spirited driving, it generally handles the road like a 1986 Yugo with an elephant tied to the roof. The electric steering provides no feel for the road, the SUV will slop around corners with significant roll, and the front-wheel drive induces severe oversteering if you accelerate aggressively through a corner (in other words, if you step on the gas through a corner, the car will yank hard to the inside). At highway speeds, the brakes are spongy and inconsistent (a typical characteristic of regenerative braking systems). The added weight of the hybrid system (batteries + electric motors) clearly puts a strain on the handling traits of the vehicle. I test drove a non-hybrid highlander, and it handled noticeably better. - The all-wheel drive system is very limited in its effectiveness. The rear wheels are driven by an independent 68 horsepower electric motor which only kicks in when the front wheels begin to slip, and quickly disengages after the front wheels regain traction. In other words, this is essentially a front-wheel drive car most of the time. - For an SUV which costs almost $50,000, the overall quality of the interior is kinda cheap and unrefined. The interior looks and feels almost exactly like a Corolla, when it should more closely resemble a Lexus. Some minor things to mention: - The navigation system, while reliable, is outdated (it's the same system I had in my 2008 4 Runner). - LED headlights are not available. Not a big deal, but you'd think a hybrid would offer LED lights. - As is the case with all CVT transmissions, when you accelerate aggressively, the engine revs like it's about to explode. In sum, the Highlander Hybrid is a phenomenally efficient and comfortable SUV. If you're looking for a safe and reliable family car, and don't care about sporty performance, you'll enjoy this car. But, for the price, you can find more refined SUVs.

Nicely styled inside and out; the baseball mit leather interior is Lexus quality. Better in the snow than the previous iteration. We owned a 2013 Limited that was less capable in the Vermont weather. Gas mileage is spot on with Manufacturer specs. 2016 RAV4 Limited Hybrid more fun to drive (and came equipped with LED headlights), but can’t beat the room and comfortable suspension of the Highlander. Best in class.

This is the most comfortable vehicle I have ever owned. I like the hybrid version because I can save money on fuel. It runs very quiet. It has a very smooth ride as well. I would recommend to anyone considering a new or certified vehicle, check out the Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV. The high quality of workmanship is very noticeable. I pretty well use this vehicle on a daily basis. My wife absolutely loves this vehicle. We also appreciate the safety features that came with the car. By the way, the third row of seating is pretty well designed for children. I have had a full grown adult on many occasions sit in the middle of the third row so their legs can stretch out between the second row of captains chairs. When considering ordering this car, definitely get the second row captains chairs, not the bench seat configuration. We also like the Toyota reliability aspect. Our model is the Hybrid Limited Platinum. We bought ours as a Certified vehicle. Our 2006 Toyota Sienna got us excellent usage. We put on it over 206,000 miles with no major issues. The biggest negative issue for us, is when someone is sitting in the middle of the third row, the cup holder between the second row of captains chairs has to fold down out of the way, leaving only the cup holders in the doors that are somewhat usable.

I love all the features of the new Highlander Hybrid! Heated, cooled seats, sun roof, navigation and safety features, remote gate open/close by remote or manual, 7 passenger leather, CD player, tow package, great gas mileage!!!

My purchasing criteria were: easy access in-&-out, comfortable to drive and ride in (especially for anticipated long trips), fuel economy, overall reliability (no, Exterior Styling was NOT a priority!). My Highlander-Hybrid continues to meet my expectations!

I just a typical Toyota, get in and go. Change oil, only this one says 10,000 miles first! It has one flaw in design, the GPS is stationary and does not rotate out of the sun. During certain times of the day, I cannot see the screen at all. Color combinations are limited. We ended up with a black exterior to get the interior color we wanted. After vowing to never own another black car, here we are. Seems like if they make it, you pay a lot extra for a "Limited" model and the only limited thing about it is your choices.

This is the second Highlander Hybrid I have owned. I love the fact it has the third row of seats when we have family visiting and that the car is roomy enough for my 6’2” husband. Leg room, even in the 3rd row is good enough for an adult. I also have two large dogs so the fact I can fold down the seats to give them lots of room on long trips is wonderful.

The best car I ever have . Driving smoothly and quiet . Excellent safety features and very roomy . It’s very easy to navigate all the features . Have sunroof and loving it .

One month owned. It is very quiet, as quiet as any comparable Lexus we drove. Just paid $1400 extra for the leather. Plenty of power, the most comfortable seats. Just finished 1300 mile trip with much less fatigue. Radar cruise control is awesome, but takes some learning. You cannot tailgate with this function on, so lane planning is critical to maintain constant speed. Lane departure is spooky at first, but very honest. Don't use it on curvy roads. Honest 27.5 mpg at 72 mph, 29-30 in town, but not with a heavy foot and lots of quick stops. 2012 Prius was the best teacher. Because this engine is not directly connected to the power train, it often is turning under 1500 rpm at 60 mph, and not turning in EV mode, much longer engine life will result.

Although I drive this car 99% of the time, it is our family vehicle. This time, we decided to go green. Love the fuel efficiency and comfort. All good things to say except that the dog doesn't enjoy it as much as the van. We wish we had a bench seat in the middle row and the console is a bit high for her taste.