2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

If youâre looking for a family SUV that can handle school runs, road trips, Costco missions, and everything in between without making frequent trips to the gas station part of the adventure, this 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Platinum deserves a serious look. It brings together three-row versatility, upscale Platinum comfort, all-wheel-drive confidence, and the efficiency of Toyotaâs proven hybrid system. Under the hood, the 2.5L four-cylinder hybrid powertrain produces a combined 243 horsepower and works with an electronic continuously variable transmission. With 35 MPG combined in the AWD model, the Highlander Hybrid is a smart choice for drivers who want the space and capability of a three-row SUV without giving up efficiency. And then there's the Platinum treatment. This is the Highlander that decided basic transportation wasn't quite enough. 20-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic moonroof, heated and ventilated front seats, a heated leather steering wheel, leather seating, and a power liftgate give the cabin a genuinely upscale feel. It's the kind of interior that makes a long drive considerably easier to enjoy. Technology is another big part of the Platinum experience. You've got a 12.3-inch touchscreen with navigation, JBL premium audio with 11 speakers and a subwoofer, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charging, Bluetooth, and a head-up display. Add the panoramic view monitor and front and rear parking sensors, and this Highlander has plenty of technology working behind the scenes to make everyday driving easier. There's also plenty of room to actually use all that SUV capability. The three-row cabin seats seven, with second-row captain's chairs giving passengers a little more breathing room, while the third row folds down when you need additional cargo flexibility. Whether you're loading up the family, luggage, groceries, camping gear, or all of the above, the Highlander is ready for the assignment. Toyota didn't forget about confidence, either. The Highlander Hybrid comes equipped with a comprehensive collection of driver-assistance technology, including adaptive cruise control, lane tracing assist, pre-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and parking assist. That extra technology can be especially welcome when you're navigating crowded parking lots or hauling the whole crew through busy traffic. And around the Pacific Northwest, the Highlander Hybrid formula makes a lot of sense. AWD helps give you confidence when the roads get wet, the three-row interior handles the family and all their stuff, and the hybrid powertrain helps make those daily drives a little easier on the fuel budget. Rainy soccer games, Seattle traffic, mountain getaways, weekend road tripsâyou know, the usual Washington itinerary. What really makes the 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Platinum appealing is that it doesn't make you choose between practicality, luxury, and efficiency. It'