2020 Highlander
2020 Toyota Highlander Shows Its Stuff before Its Official Debuthttps://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.clu...ab79ec956b.png
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This vehicle was always pretty much a winner since introduction....hope they get it right (for example me personally I think the new RAV4 is hideous). Whenever I see the first gen on the road I think dang if you're the original owner imagine how much money you saved by getting that car and to be still driving it today (when you make the right choice)....
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I'm actually excited by this. But knowing Toyota these days, they will tout sportiness only to stuff a mismatched barely adequate old powertrain in there. Yes the current 3.5L in the Highlander is old. Hopefully, it is more refined in terms of road and wind noise, which the RAV is pretty poor at.
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Originally Posted by situman
(Post 10488245)
But knowing Toyota these days, they will tout sportiness only to stuff a mismatched barely adequate old powertrain in there. Yes the current 3.5L in the Highlander is old. Hopefully, it is more refined in terms of road and wind noise, which the RAV is pretty poor at.
Second, the RAV4 is not unrefined because of its engine....although most fours, of course, are usually not as refined as most sixes. The RAV4 is unrefined because of cheapness of materials used in the body, interior, and insulation. |
Originally Posted by mmarshall
(Post 10488258)
First, one reason the 3.5L is reliable is because it has been around for awhile....time to perfect it. Toyota and Lexus did not get the reputation they did for reliable engines by changing the designs of them (or introducing new ones) every time the sun comes up.
Second, the RAV4 is not unrefined because of its engine....although most fours, of course, are usually not as refined as most sixes. The RAV4 is unrefined because of cheapness of materials used in the body, interior, and insulation. Also, I never said the RAV4 is unrefined because of its engine. It is unrefined due to the high level of wind and road noise, but since you brought it up, a lot of reviewers commented on how loud and coarse the engine sounds when accelerating. Anyways, hope the new Highlander is more Avalon (without the stupid grill) than Camry in terms of refinement. |
My expectation is this:
- As shown above, a profile that is similar to the one we have now, but updated to add a bit more style. - A large grill that may take some time to get used to. - Continued options for seating of 7 or 8. - I think the 4 cylinder will be gone. - The 2GR-FKS becomes the standard engine. - Hybrid powertrain carries over (because, Toyota). - New TNGA architecture/platform. - It'll still be softer than entries like the CX-9, but Toyota will try to market some sportiness, and again will offer an SE trim. - I suspect they'll debut a new "adventure" trim (or some other butch/outdoorsy trim). - Apple CarPlay and Android Auto available (standard?). |
Originally Posted by mmarshall
(Post 10488258)
Second, the RAV4 is not unrefined because of its engine....although most fours, of course, are usually not as refined as most sixes. The RAV4 is unrefined because of cheapness of materials used in the body, interior, and insulation. |
Originally Posted by tex2670
(Post 10488335)
So, it seems like you haven't read anything about the 2019 RAV4. Higher level trims are high-quality inside; I saw it at the car show, and it was pretty nice, with a lot of features. But every single review I have read and seen says the 2.5L 203HP gas version is just downright loud and intrusive. I think the hybrid is less so. I have not driven one yet, but may do so this spring--I'd probably lean toward the hybrid since it's only $800 more.
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Originally Posted by JDR76
(Post 10488303)
My expectation is this:
- Hybrid powertrain carries over (because, Toyota). |
Originally Posted by situman
(Post 10488245)
I'm actually excited by this. But knowing Toyota these days, they will tout sportiness only to stuff a mismatched barely adequate old powertrain in there. Yes the current 3.5L in the Highlander is old. Hopefully, it is more refined in terms of road and wind noise, which the RAV is pretty poor at.
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Originally Posted by LexsCTJill
(Post 10488343)
I wonder if Toyota will carry on with the V6 hybrid or downsize to a 4 cylinder to bring the cost down. It would be a miracle if they offfered a plug-in option.
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Originally Posted by Johnhav430
(Post 10488344)
Oh no, you had to go there. You think the new Highlander will have quad exhaust tips, when 3 aren't even openings and just pieces of plastic attached/clipped on? Hey, Audi does it too! :D
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Originally Posted by JDR76
(Post 10488355)
Interesting thought, but I think they'll stick with the V6 hybrid version, at least for North America. I could see a 4 cylinder hybrid (from the RAV4?) being offered elsewhere.
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Originally Posted by JDR76
(Post 10488355)
Interesting thought, but I think they'll stick with the V6 hybrid version, at least for North America. I could see a 4 cylinder hybrid (from the RAV4?) being offered elsewhere.
Curious to know, I see you have had a lot of 3.5 sedans by Lexus, why did you go for the Hybrid HL and not the exact same motor as your GS in the gas version of the HL? |
Originally Posted by situman
(Post 10488358)
I think they will have the center exhaust tips from the LFA is my guess. Maybe even the flip up headlights from the Gen 2 MR2. I know I'm dreaming but who knows, there is still hope that both of those will happen!!!
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