Toyota Highlander (Japan, 2013-present)

Toyota introduced the third generation Highlander at the New York Auto Show that has three engines, including a hybrid. The new car is slightly larger than the previous generation.

The Highlander is a very square car. The front pillars have been repositioned to improve visibility. Toyota also added more sound deadening to make the interior 30% quieter. The interior seats up to eight people over three rows of seats. All of this comes from a car that is three inches longer and 0.5in wider but with a lower roof.

The interior gets seats with contrasting seat stitching and silver-painted trim and wood trim on the dashboard. Leather and a knit roof liner will be optional. Buyers can specify either a second-row bench seat or two captain’s chairs. Third row passengers get an extra 4.3in of legroom in the new generation. It also have a 34% increase in rear cargo storage. The interior also gets a standard 6.1in touchscreen with Bluetooth and a 12-spe...