5 Key Features of the 2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Few SUVs are capable of combining both powerful engine performance and off-road capabilities with exceptional fuel efficiency, yet the 2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid does so effortlessly and with a spacious cabin that accommodates up to eight passengers.  If you haven’t yet stopped by your local Toyota dealer to see this versatile SUV, here are five of its impressive key features.

1. A 243-HP Gas-Electric Engine

The clear standout of the 2023 Highlander Hybrid’s many features is its fuel-friendly powertrain, which combines an electric motor with a 16-valve 2.5-liter I-4 engine and your choice of either front or all-wheel drive. This combo gives the vehicle 243 horsepower alongside off-road capabilities, and it also helps cut down on visits to the gas pump, as the vehicle is capable of getting an estimated 36 mpg in combined city/highway mileage.

2. Five Selectable Driving Modes

Along with off-road capabilities, this SUV also comes with Drive Mode Select, which allows you to instantly adjust the vehicle’s output and energy settings, as well as traction based on your preferences or driving conditions. With the flip of a switch, you can toggle into Normal mode for everyday local driving, Sport for greater engine responsiveness on highways, ECO for a fuel/electric balance, EV to use only electric power, and, in all-wheel drive models, Trail mode for improved versatility.

3. Infotainment for Everybody

The Toyota Audio Multimedia System offers a 12.3-inch touchscreen, voice command technology, and wireless Bluetooth smartphone connectivity, giving you multiple ways to control and access both entertainment features and navigation assistance, as well as many functions traditionally offered by smartphones.

4. Comfortable Seating Options

This SUV’s seating options are sure to accommodate, as they cater to just about everyone with multiple styles, comfort amenities, and plenty of luxury. Not only can the available leather-trimmed seats throughout the cabin be heated to make cold mornings more comfortable, but the rear seats can be reclined backward, a rare find in any modern SUV.

5. An Intelligent Cruise Control

Dynamic Radar Cruise Control makes cruising highways a stress-free experience, as it keeps the vehicle accelerating at a constant, pre-selected speed, yet readily adapts the vehicle to changing traffic conditions. If a vehicle in front of you slows down, this system can then reduce your speed to keep you at a safe distance, and when the flow of traffic picks up, so does the vehicle until it resumes your preferred speed once the coast is clear again.

Contact us today at Toyota of Kingsport to schedule a proper test drive with any of our friendly staff and get ready for a unique driving experience like no other.

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