2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Review: A strong, new three-row contender
, the fuel economy is just so gosh-darn impressive that you might be able to forgive it – especially as no competitor with a comparably large interior offers anything like it.
The Hybrid Max is a sweetheart of a powertrain, with a meaty torque band that allows for smooth, easy acceleration, and the six-speed means it isn't constantly interrupted by shifts or hunting for gears. It's a surprisingly growly powertrain, helped in part by judicious application of the seamless artificial sound enhancement. And with the full-time all-wheel drive and beefier rear motor, the power split is more evenly distributed.
While there are significant differences in powertrains, the Grand Highlander’s ride and handling are pretty much the same across the line. Up front is a MacPherson strut setup with a multi-link independent arrangement at the rear, and the shocks are non-adjustable. Each Grand Highlander does have different driving modes, but they mainly adjust throttle and transmission response — even the steering seems unaffected. The tuning is definitely toward comfort and control.
The XLE models have a decent list of standard equipment, including 18-inch wheels, LED head- and taillights, power liftgate, digital key technology, three-zone automatic climate control, adaptive cruise control, rain-sensing wipers, SofTex leatherette upholstery, second-row sunshades, a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a wireless phone charger and seven USB-C ports.
Features that show up on the upper trim levels include 20-inch wheels, heated leather seating, a digital instrument panel, head-up display, digital rear-view mirror camera, panoramic glass roof, ambient lighting, JBL premium audio system. There are no sporty or off-road trim levels available for the Grand Highlander.
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