2021 Toyota Highlander at Pearson Toyota
The Toyota Highlander has always led the three-row midsize SUV class with first-class comfort, capability, and reliability. There are a lot of SUVs that compete with it, but in the second model year of its fourth generation, the 2021 Toyota Highlander holds its reign as the fan-favorite. From the sporty appearance and impressive drivetrains to the standard safety and convenience features, there's a lot to love about the 2021 Highlander! Continue reading to learn more about this fantastic SUV.
Choose Your 2021 Toyota Highlander
L
- Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+
- Smart Key System/Push Button Start
- LED headlights
- Three-zone automatic climate control
LE
- LED fog lights
- Height-adjustable power liftgate
- Leather-trimmed steering wheel
- Blind Spot Monitoring
XLE
- Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging
- Heated front seats
- 7-in. color LCD Multi-Information Display
- 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat
XSE
- 20-in. machined-face alloy wheels
- Aggressive mesh front grille
- Twin-tip exhaust
- Black roof rails
Limited
- LED projector headlights
- High-output LED fog lights
- 20-in. chrome wheels
- Heated and ventilated front seats
Platinum
- 12.3-in. touchscreen display
- 20-in. alloy wheels
- Heated second-row captain's chairs
- 10-in. color Head-Up Display
What Powers the 2021 Toyota Highlander?
There is one gas engine that powers the 2021 Toyota Highlander, and, frankly, that's all it needs. The Highlander is driven by a 3.5L V6 that kicks out 295 horsepower and 263 lb-ft of torque. The LE, XLE, Limited, and, Platinum trims all have the option of a hybrid engine. This combines the power of a 2.5L I-4 cylinder engine with electric motors. This setup is good for 243 horsepower. Front-wheel drive is standard across the lineup, while all-wheel drive is an available option. For fuel economy, the gas engines with front-wheel drive get a combined estimated average of 24 MPG while the AWD variants get 23 MPG combined. The Highlander Hybrid variants get a combined average of 34 MPG on the front-wheel-drive models, while the AWD gets 33 MPG.
2021 Toyota Highlander Trim Levels and Features
Six total trims make up the Highlander lineup. The L trim kicks things off with LED projector headlights, tri-zone automatic climate control, and an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. LE brings a powered tailgate with height adjustment, LED fog lights, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and HD radio. The XLE trim tacks on even more features like simulated leather upholstery, heated front seats, second-row captain's chairs, and a powered moonroof. The XSE adds a more sporty front end, sport-tuned suspension, 20-inch alloy wheels, twin-tip exhaust, ambient cabin lighting, and black roof rails. The Limited and Premium trims add extra luxuries like leather upholstery, JBL premium audio, heated/ventilated front seats, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 360-degree camera system, and a panoramic moonroof.
What About Some Safety Features?
The 2021 Toyota Highlander comes with Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+. This array of driver aids brings lane departure warning, lane tracing assist, full-speed adaptive cruise control, full-speed forward collision mitigation with automatic emergency braking, and left-turn intersection support. Standard on all trims besides the entry-level L is blindspot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alerts. The Limited and Premium trims come standard with front and rear park assists with automatic braking.
Get Your 2021 Toyota Highlander at Pearson Toyota
With a seemingly endless set of standard features and a sexy athletic appearance, we can't blame you for wanting to take a 2021 Toyota Highlander for a spin! When you're ready, come on down to Pearson Toyota, where a friendly salesperson will show you around our full inventory, accompany you on a test drive and make sure you get a feel for all the amazing features the Highlander has to offer. We look forward to working with you!
