2024 Toyota Grand Highlander (Hybrid MAX Platinum AWD) - POV First Driving Impressions

2024 Grand Highlander Hybrid MAX Platinum AWD
Exterior color: Storm Cloud -- Interior: Black
Engine: 2.4 Turbo 4-Cylinder Hybrid MAX
Transmission: 6-speed automatic, full-time electronic AWD
Front independent MacPherson strut suspension with stabilizer bar; rear multi-link suspension with stabilizer bar
Torque: 400 lb-ft@ 2000-3000 rpm
Battery: 1.44 kWh NiMH
Net Horsepower: 362 combined
26/27/27 EPA Estimated fuel economy (City/Hwy/Combined MPG)
Pricing: Platinum Hybrid MAX AWD Starting MSRP: $58,125
DPH $1335
Estimated total MSRP: $59,460

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[EricCalabros]

We're living in an age that "$60k" and "affordable" are used together in one sentence.

[rightlanehog]

Chris, You and Charlie covered all the bases with this introduction to the Grand Highlander. If you need 362 hp to do the shopping then the MAX is your best choice. If you can survive with less power, the 34 mpg, AWD Hybrid with sensible 18" rims seems like a better option. With your driving style, a reported a figure of 32 mpg for your Highlander Hybrid is impressive and it tells me my driving style would probably get 42 mpg. 😁

[clewcrew]

Best review of the Grand Highlander Hybrid Max! Picking mine up tomorrow in Savannah, GA. We are empty nest couple, but wanted a travel vehicle that can accommodate our 80+ year old parents around town and on longer drives. First Hybrid vehicle. We are Tacoma owners (2017 Taco with 90K miles and not one single problem).

[theholtic]

Honestly, this or the pilot would be my top choice for a big SUV. I’m leaning on this simply because it’s a Hybrid system. We don’t live in 2010 anymore. Toyota has refined them so well. their Hybird systems/ eCVTs are essentially bullet proof at this point. But if Honda offered a Hybrid pilot that would be great too.

[igeekone]

You're completely correct about Toyota being on the right track. They just desperately need to build them in huge quantities to get rid of these god awful dealer markups.

[blu_is]

LOL @ the Sienna discussion. So much angst could be read into the 'Sienna Lifestyle' moniker, which I didn't know was a thing. 🙂 People pick on Toyota for lagging behind the competition, but I think their ethos is to sit back and see what new fangled thing actually sticks. Once it has been determined, then they will work to improve upon it for their next application. These folks know what they're doing and I agree, they will sell a boatload of these things. Great review, thanks for posting!

[leonardepureanu]

You are doing such an amazing job reviewing all those cars, love and peace from Canada! Could you do the Ford GT 2023 review?

[BekoProGolover]

What a great video and very informative .

[josiahstearns]

I’m curious, Chris. Will you be upgrading your Highlander sooner than expected?

This model seems like such a sweet spot; desirable power mixed with a little bit of efficiency, roomy yet not a van or a massive sized SUV.
Pricey but not chasing insanity. ~10 grand more than the Korean twins but seems to be a solid choice that answers many of the questions that countless drivers were left with on the regular Highlander.
I definitely like what I’ve seen from all the YouTube journalists on this model.

[apexfien]

Solid review of the Highlander. These in dark colors look sleek. Price tag is higher than I expected.

[mrdee]

You got a new subscriber. Video is very details love the drive. Great video.

[cultofmodernism]

The convergence of Lexus and Toyota continues.

[Copper]

Great review as always. Sharp Highlander

[fernandovasquez]

Just got mine 1500 above msrp. Limited. Max hybrid is incredible. Powerful suv. I hate to pay more but there wasn't any grand highlander hybrid max in my area. Found 1 an hour away and pulled the trigger. Great cargo space and seats 6 adults comfortably plus 1 child.

[doggyppants]

Probably the best personal battlecruiser in the universe.

[tfrbvkv]

Excellent reviews!
Please consider adding ergonomics to your reviews! Specifically, is the driver seat centred with the steering wheel? I’ve sat in the Crown and the new Tundra, I’m disappointed that the seat is NOT centred in these vehicles!

[driversteve]

They should make the digital rearview mirror a standard in all vehicles and even step it up a notch by integrating recording features for both front and back of the car! Every new vehicle should have this for safety reasons!

[godsharry]

Awesome review! Which vehicle would you suggest for passenger space in all 3 rows, passenger comfort, and driving dynamics between - Grand Highlander, Atlas, Traverse, Enclave, Pilot, Durango, Pallisade? Thanks.

[benlee]

One feature I really liked in the Expedition Max we rented was the push button to drop the rear seats. Wish they had added this at least on the platinum trim. Otherwise, some great updates and tech.

[qwertyqart]

where was the video shot? geography and environment looks interesting