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Toyota Highlander III 2.7 (188 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Toyota Highlander:
The Toyota Highlander , also known as the Toyota Kluger in some markets, is a mid-size crossover SUV with three-row seating produced by Toyota since 2000.
The Highlander was announced in April 2000 at the New York International Auto Show, arriving in Japan in late 2000, and North America in January 2001. It was among the first of a new class of mid-size SUVs that were based on a car platform. At the time, the Highlander was built on the company's existing Toyota K architecture, shared with the Camry. The Highlander became Toyota's best-selling SUV in the US before being surpassed by the smaller RAV4 in 2006....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Overview:
Toyota Highlander (III). With 252 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1880 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.3 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
The Toyota Highlander III was not tested by Euro NCAP, as it was primarily marketed outside of Europe. However, Toyota generally has a strong reputation for safety, and the Highlander typically performed well in North American safety tests.
2.7 (188 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides adequate power for daily city commuting and light family duties, but can feel strained when fully loaded or on highway inclines.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a non-hybrid SUV, though it's the least efficient option among the Highlander III's lineup.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile 7-seater interior
- • Exceptional reliability and strong resale value
- • Available highly efficient hybrid powertrain
- • Comfortable and smooth ride quality
- • User-friendly infotainment and controls
Cons:
- • Base 2.7L engine can feel underpowered
- • Conventional V6 fuel economy is average
- • Interior design can be somewhat conservative/bland
- • Limited off-road capability compared to some rivals
- • Some road noise at higher speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2011 - 2013).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Highlander |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.7 (188 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2013 |
| End of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 188 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 70.4 Hp/l [80mm more] |
| Torque: | 252 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1AR-FE More details about the engine 1AR-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 2672 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC-VVTi |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.4 l |
| Coolant: | 9.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 90 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 105 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10 kg/Hp, 100 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.5 kg/Nm, 134 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1880 |
| Max. weight: | 2625 |
| Max load: | 745 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2370 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 391 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4865 mm mm [80mm more] |
| Width: | 1925 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Height: | 1730 mm mm [30mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2790 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1635 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1650 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 197 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/55 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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