Toyota Highlander: reviews

Tastes of automotive consumers in Russia and the US are not very different from each other. Manufacturers have long been aware of this trend and are trying to actively use it. The next car, which fell to the taste of two continents, is Toyota Highlander. Reviews of both Russian motorists and car owners in America suggest that this is a very successful model.

The first generation of the crossover appeared two years ago. In Russia, it was presented at the Moscow Motor Show in 2010, after another rejuvenation. The debut in our country is a very well-thought-out move, since it takes into account the different tastes of Russians.

Externally, the car became more aggressive. Manufacturers changed the old dull face with fish eyes to a more interesting, sporty one. A special effect of the "three-dimensional" headlamps of unusual shape. All this will only attract new customers. Complements the picture of the original radiator grille and chrome elements on some parts of the body of Toyota Highlander. Reviews   About the bright appearance of the same enthusiastic, as well as about the car and its configuration. Designers were able to create an athletic, but at the same time easy crossover. The car is very transformed. What are the 19-inch wheels coming in standard!

For consumers in the US market, there are 17-inch wheels, as well as a five-seater cabin, a front-wheel drive and a 2.7-liter engine. The Americans also have a hybrid version. For our country, the standard version is equated to the maximum American configuration. Needless to say, if the volume of the engine in the version for Russian roads is 3.5 liters, with a capacity of 273 horsepower. Plus, this automatic transmission and a permanent all-wheel drive. You can enjoy the fact that the car is equipped with three-zone climate control, wood trim, leather interior, 7 seats, 7 airbags.   Consumers like this   Toyota Highlander. Reviews   In the press and on the Internet forums Fully confirm this.

It was very useful to reconfigure driving performance to adapt the car to the Russian market. Pressed a little suspension by means of shock absorbers. This, perhaps, and all the changes.

The drive is full, with a free interaxle differential. The other is not given, but it's a pity. It turns out that the car is parquet. Even Traction Control will not help with less heavy build-ups.

The interior of the car deserves attention. Outside, it seems that there is less space inside than there is actually. Ergonomics in American traditions. The driver's seat is not very confident. The edges of the chair are low, and the upholstery itself is slippery - made of leather. Highlander equipped with a chip-key, which you can open the car without even getting out of your pocket key. The engine is also started using the button.

The car's speedometer is 220 km / h, but in fact its top speed is 180 km / h. It accelerates very fast, even though not the highest maximum speed. At the same level with him you can put Murano and Honda Pilot, but which do not give the same pleasant moments as   Toyota Highlander. Reviews of owners describe the sensation when the car is gaining speed or overtaking. His voice is also not childish. You feel at the wheel exactly as a person should feel a leading high-end SUV.

There are no bad roads for   Toyota Highlander. Reviews   It's easy to understand. And yet the controllability of the car was trained for good asphalt surfaces. But this does not mean that bad roads are a problem for him. Thanks to the large wheels, he manages to overcome small pits and broken roads, which, incidentally, is what the inhabitants of our vast country need.

In general, this car is exactly what we and Americans need. Power outside and power inside. Ergonomics at altitude, as well as the rest of the car.