2020 Toyota Highlander Review

Are you looking for a high-powered and capable SUV to drive in Avon, and around Indianapolis and Plainfield? Then you’re definitely in a helpful place with this 2020 Toyota Highlander review.

Inside, we’ll show you some of our favorite features that we’ve seen so far from this vehicle. If it seems like a fit for your lifestyle, contact the team at Andy Mohr Toyota!¹

2020 Toyota Highlander Quick Facts1
Horsepower	259 horsepower
Towing Capacity	5,000 pounds
Infotainment Display	Available 12.3-inch touchscreen
Driver-Assist System	Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0

Power and Strength: Under the Hood of the 2020 Toyota Highlander

The 2020 Highlander packs a lot of power when you hit the road. It runs on a smooth 3.6L V6 engine that produces 259 horsepower and 263 lb-ft of torque. This is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission that improves acceleration and overtaking, and provides seamless gear shifts.

These components work together to give you an impressive 5,000-pound towing capacity that’s ideal for towing U-Haul trailers, small campers, personal watercraft, and more.

It also features a standard Stop and Start engine System that helps to reduce unnecessary fuel use during city driving. It works by powering down the engine while stopped at a stop sign or traffic light. When you move your foot off the brake, the engine seamlessly springs back into action.

Of course, if you really want to maximize on fuel economy, you can also check out the available hybrid powertrain.

Both the hybrid and fully gas-powered powertrains have an available all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain that helps to improve traction control on difficult terrain.

Road-Trip-Ready Technology

When you’re ready to hit the road, it’s important to have the right technology to keep you entertained and connected along the way. That’s why we love the available infotainment system that the 2020 Toyota Highlander offers.

This includes an available 12.3-inch touchscreen display that’s part of the Dynamic Navigation system. The integrated navigation system helps you know where you’re going when you’re exploring previously uncharted territory.

All trim levels also include Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® connectivity. This fully integrates your smartphone with your infotainment system as it lets you access optimized smartphone apps through your infotainment touchscreen display. Apps you can access include:

• Navigation
• Audio books
• Internet radio streaming
• Phone calls and contacts

To really get the party started during your road trip singalongs, you’ll want to be sure to go for the available JBL® Premium Audio System. This 1,200-watt system places 11 speakers around the cabin to create a surround-sound-like experience. Meanwhile, Clari-Fi™ music restoration technology decompresses digital files to provide an even clearer sound.

Driver-Assist Features

The 2020 Toyota Highlander is all about driving with confidence, which is clear from the inclusion of a standard safety technology suite. This Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0 suite includes the following technologies:

• Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
• Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
• Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
• Automatic High Beams

All these features are designed to help you to be even more aware of your surroundings when you hit the road.

New for the 2020 model year are Lane Tracing Assist and Road Sign Assist. Lane Tracing Assist helps to keep you squarely centered in your lane by providing gentle steering assists if you accidentally cross over into another lane of travel.

Road Sign Assist displays important road signs, like speed limits, on your driver dashboard, so that you’re more in-the-know of traffic rules and regulations.

Take the 2020 Toyota Highlander for a Spin

Are you excited to review the 2020 Toyota Highlander for yourself? Then contact the team at Andy Mohr Toyota! We’ll tell you more about what this SUV is expected to bring in Avon, and around the Indianapolis and Plainfield areas, and how it can be a great fit for your lifestyle.

Contact us to learn more about the 2020 Highlander today!

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