2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Toyota Highlander Hybrid

The 2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Midsize SUVs. The Highlander Hybrid enters 2011 with a new look, new powertrain and new EPA figures for gas mileage. Reviewers seem to like the new look of the Highlander Hybrid. Despite the increase in engine size and power, the 2011 Highlander Hybrid manages to achieve better gas mileage than the 2010 model.

Although smaller, the Escape Hybrid offers better mileage than the Highlander Hybrid for over $7,000 less. The TDI model offers gas mileage of 19 cities and 28 highways.

The Highlander Hybrid is restyled for 2011 and benefits from some trim changes. All Highlander’s, including the Highlander Hybrid, benefit from standard third-row seating for 2011.

The Highlander Hybrid is available in two trim levels; base and limited. The base Highlander Hybrid comes standard with Bluetooth, a backup camera, a power driver’s seat and keyless entry.

For 2011 the Toyota Highlander Hybrid gets new styling updates, a few more standard features, better fuel economy and 10 more horsepower.

Well, there is now, and it's the "2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid". Compared to other hybrid SUVs, the Highlander Hybrid rates just 1 mpg less in combined driving than the much smaller, five-passenger Ford Escape Hybrid, and 7 mpg better than the full-size, truck-based Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid (and its GMC Yukon Hybrid twin) that doesn't offer much more in the way of cargo or passenger space. For 2011, the midsize  Highlander Hybrid SUV is offered in two trim levels: base and Limited.
The Limited can be had with the JBL sound system, the navigation system and the rear seat DVD entertainment system.

Powering the "2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid" is a hybrid system consisting of a 3.5-liter V6 gasoline engine and a trio of electric motors. Properly equipped, the Highlander Hybrid can also tow trailers up to 3,500 pounds.

The 2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid comes standard with antilock disc brakes, stability control, front side airbags, and active front-seat head restraints, a driver knee airbag and full-length side curtain airbags. The 40/20/40-split second-row seat slides fore and aft and features reclining seatbacks. For hauling purposes, the Highlander Hybrid offers a maximum of 94 cubic feet of cargo room with the second- and third-row seats folded. The 2011 Highlander Hybrid features a smooth ride and secure if uninspiring handling.

Best of all is the Highlander Hybrid’s EPA-estimated 28/28 mpg city/highway with all-wheel drive, a significant improvement over the gas-powered two-wheel-drive Highlander’s 20/25 mpg.