Toyota Highlander 2013, more young and a little techno

The 2013 edition of Toyota Highlander 2013 is probably the last of the second generation of this crossover means that consumers use primarily as a big family. The designers and engineers of the Japanese manufacturer have all their small part to improve the look, develop new technological elements and make it more energy efficient. It still offers a choice of four engine sand 6-cylinder and a hybrid version capable of displaying a fuel consumption of less than 7 liters per 100 kilometers.

Mechanicals of Toyota Highlander 2013

The Toyota Highlander 2013 offers three types of engines. First, there is an engine under the hood, 4-cylinder 2.7-liter DOHC develops an output of 187 horsepower at 5,800 revolutions per minute. It also produces a torque of 186 lb-ft at 4100 rpm. In this configuration, the Toyota Highlander 2013 is equipped with box 6-speed automatic with manual mode and traction.

Second, it is possible to get a 3.5-liter V6 DOHC engine that generates a power of 270 hp and a torque of 248 lb-ft. In this case, the gearbox is a 5-speed automatic reports, and all-wheel drive is standard.

And thirdly, there is the hybrid version, also available in full, which houses a motor consists of a V6 3.5 -liter and two electric motors with a combined power is 280 horsepower. Here, however, it is a continuously variable transmission that transmits power to the wheels

Interior and body of Toyota Highlander 2013

For 2013, the Toyota Highlander 2013 is undergoing changes that will leave but easy to recognize. It is obvious that the manufacturer has attempted to rejuvenate somewhat by giving it a look more dynamic. Outside, no changes in terms of overall length and wheelbase all.

In the cabin, the Toyota Highlander 2013 brand more points. It is spacious and comfortable and offers a third row of seats, making it a 7 seater vehicle. Incidentally, the seats of the last two rows fold completely flat. In terms of equipment, it is important to mention that even the basic 4-cylinder traction is very well equipped with power windows, mirrors external electric, remote keyless entry, cruise control, steering wheel and adjustable driver’s seat and telescopic adjustable height.

With a third generation should be pointing the nose in 2014, it might be advantageous to wait to next year to get a Toyota Highlander 2013. However, it is surely interesting, financially speaking, to opt for a 2013, because it is possible to do good business. For next year, although the trend is turbo 4-cylinder engine, it is surprising that Toyota dropped its V6.