2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid review
Toyota Highlander Hybrid highlights
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Pros
- Nice interior materials
- Excellent ride and handling
- Fuel-sipping hybrid tech
Cons
- Eight-seat configuration not available
- Stingy third-row legroom
- Limited cargo room behind third row
Mileage (EPA estimate)
27 city, 28 highway, 28 combined
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Hybrid practicality with lots of seats
If you are looking for a family-friendly vehicle and think "minivan" is a dirty word, you'll appreciate the fuel-sipping 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Since this three-row SUV is only available in the top-tier Limited trim, it benefits from a more premium interior, including captain's chairs in the second row instead of a bench-seat option. You'll get also get more modern amenities like a rearview camera with dynamic guidelines, heated-and-ventilated front seats, blind spot monitoring, Bluetooth® hands-free phone connectivity, and a premium JBL® audio system.
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What is new for the 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?
- The Highlander Hybrid is available in a new trim called the Limited Platinum.
- The Base trim has been discontinued for 2014.
- Highlander Hybrid trims have been upgraded with Panoramic Sunroof, Rear Seat Heaters, A/C Seat(s), Heated Steering Wheel, Blind Spot Monitor, Lane Departure Warning, Memory Seat(s), Parking Sensors, Quad Seats, and Rear Sunshade as standard equipment this year.
- Automated Cruise Control features are now available as options on select trims.
5 reasons to buy the 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
1. Frugal performance
Three-row family haulers notoriously guzzle gas, but this 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid offers a fuel-sipping alternative. This hybrid delivers an EPA-estimated 28 mpg in combined and highway driving. What's more, you only lose 1 mpg in city driving. This is especially impressive considering that this model is only equipped with all-wheel drive.
2. Plenty of power
The 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid uses the same 3.5L V6 engine seen in the gas-only model, but the Hybrid Synergy Drive system pairs that engine with a high-torque electric drive motor. This powertrain delivers 280 hp, which is 10 more horsepower than the gas-only model has. This hybrid system combined with the electronically controlled continuously variable transmission provides smooth and seamless acceleration.
3. Comfy second row
Since the 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid only comes with second-row captain's chairs, you'll get incredibly comfortable executive-style seating as standard. As a bonus, the Limited trim comes with tri-zone climate control that includes a separate control panel for this middle section with temperature settings and air vents. This row also benefits from reading lights, armrests, a folding tray with cupholders, and retractable window shades.
4. Luxurious materials
The interior of the 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has a lot of premium finishing touches from the contrast seat stitching to the soft-touch instrument panel. This Limited-trimmed model also benefits from perforated leather-trim seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and a premium knit roof lining. Extra luxury touches include chrome-plated accents and wood-grain trim.
5. Cubbies and cupholders
As a family vehicle, the 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has places to store a lot of things throughout the cabin. In addition to eight cupholders and four bottle holders, the dash incorporates a long tray to hold things like a cell phone or a pack of tissues. The roll-top center console box not only opens without disrupting arm-rest duty but is also big enough to hold a large handbag. Another fan-favorite: overhead console sunglasses storage.
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Toyota Highlander Hybrid features and specs
Limited Platinum 4WD/AWD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 4WD/AWD
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Entune
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- JBL Sound System
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Quad Seats
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- A/C Seat(s)
- Automated Cruise Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Rear Entertainment System
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
280
Torque (ft-lbs)
215
Engine type
Hybrid
Fuel capacity
17.2
Wheelbase
109.8"
Overall length
191.1"
Width
75.8"
Height
70.1"
Leg room
F 44.2"/M 38.4"/R 26.7"
Head room
F 39.8"/M 37.8"/R 35.9"
Front tires
P245/55SR19
Rear tires
P245/55SR19
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
350/3500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid FAQ
The 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Limited Platinum: 27 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- Limited: 27 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
The 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has a maximum towing capacity of 3500 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2014 Toyota Highlander Hybrid:
- Limited Platinum
- A/C Seat(s)
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Rear Seat Heaters
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