2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid review
Toyota Highlander Hybrid highlights
Customer rating
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Pros
- Lots of cupholders and cubbies
- Multiple trims
- Nice standard technology
Cons
- No Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration
- Center stack is cluttered
- Children-only third row
Mileage (EPA estimate)
29 city, 27 highway, 28 combined
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Hybrid practicality with seats for all
If you have kids and occasionally need to carry their friends, the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is worth considering. It's a comfy three-row SUV with solid handling and a nice burst of power. It offers both seven- and eight-passenger configurations as well as a lot of standard and available amenities. Even at the base level, it has premium materials with a lot of cupholders and cubby holes for all the things that families carry. With standard driver-assist tech and premium family-friendly features like three-zone climate control and a conversation mirror, this midsize hybrid SUV has a lot to offer families on the go.
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What is new for the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?
- The Limited trim now comes with Quad Seats as standard equipment.
2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid trims
LE:
- 306-hp, 215-lb-ft of torque 3.5L
- Automated Cruise Control
- Cloth Seats
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Lane Departure Warning
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Mirrors
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
XLE:
- Includes all features available on the LE
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Power Seats
- Rear Sunshade
- Sunroofs
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Navigation System
Limited:
- Includes all features available on the XLE
- A/C Seats
- Memory Seats
- Parking Sensors
- Quad Seats
- JBL Sound System
- View our Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited inventory
Limited Platinum:
- Includes all features available on the Limited
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Rear Seat Heaters
- View our Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited Platinum inventory
Toyota Highlander Hybrid photos
5 reasons to buy the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
1. No compromises powertrain
The 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid manages to offer both power and fuel savings with its 306-hp hybrid powertrain. This hybrid SUV has a 3.5L V6 engine along with three electric motor generators to deliver an EPA-estimated combined mileage of 28 mpg for most trims to 29 mpg specifically in the LE Plus trim.
2. Lots of driver-assist tech
Traveling with the whole crew can be distracting, which is why the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has a lot of standard driver-assist technology. Every model has a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, lane departure assist, automatic high beams, and adaptive cruise control. Available features to watch for include blind spot monitoring, front and rear park assist sensors, and a 360-camera view.
3. Passenger-friendly features
If you're sick of hearing backseat passengers say they're too hot or too cold, you'll be happy with the standard three-zone climate control that gives the middle row separate climate controls. Each row also has its own air vents. Other features the rear passengers will appreciate include easy access to the third row and a couple of USB ports in the second row. Available features to watch for include captain's chairs, second-row sun shades, and heated second-row seats.
4. Luxury-level trims
Though the 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid starts with a utilitarian LE trim, this hybrid SUV also offers top-tier Limited and Limited Platinum trims. So, if you and your passengers crave the high life, center your search on these models and enjoy leather seats, second-row captain's chairs, heated-and-ventilated front seats, blue ambient lighting, and a rear cargo cover. Next-level features you'll only see on the Limited Platinum include a heated steering wheel, heated second-row seats, and 360-camera views.
5. Places to set your stuff
As a family vehicle, the 2018 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 also is big enough to hold a large handbag. Another fan-favorite: overhead console sunglasses storage.
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Toyota Highlander Hybrid features and specs
LE 4WD/AWD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 4WD/AWD
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Entune
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Lane Departure Warning
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- Cloth Seats
- Full Roof Rack
- Rear Entertainment System
- Rear Sunshade
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
306
Torque (ft-lbs)
215
Engine type
Hybrid
Fuel capacity
17.2
Wheelbase
109.8"
Overall length
192.5"
Width
75.8"
Height
68.1"
Leg room
F 44.2"/M 38.4"/R 27.7"
Head room
F 40.7"/M 39.9"/R 35.9"
Front tires
P245/60TR18
Rear tires
P245/60TR18
Seating capacity
8
Max towing capacity
350/3500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid FAQ
The 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- LE: 30 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- Limited Platinum: 29 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- XLE: 29 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- Limited: 29 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
The 2018 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 2018 Toyota Highlander Hybrid:
- Quad Seats
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