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car_truckThe city’s lights ripple across wet pavement as the Midnight Black Metallic finish glides past, its LED beams carving a clean ribbon through drizzle. Inside, a quiet confidence settles over the cabin—children chat from the third row, navigation cues speak softly, and a gentle surge of turbocharged torque picks up the pace as traffic opens. This is the kind of evening the 2024 Toyota Highlander LE was built for: composed, capable, and effortlessly accommodating.
Powered by Toyota’s 2.4‑liter turbocharged four-cylinder, the Highlander balances usable strength with everyday sensibility. With 264 horsepower channeled through an 8‑speed automatic, it accelerates smartly without fuss, and delivers fuel efficiency rated at approximately 11.0 L/100 km in the city and 8.4 L/100 km on the highway.
When weather complicates the route, Dynamic Torque Control all-wheel drive quietly apportions grip, while Multi‑Terrain Select helps tailor traction for changing surfaces. Hill start assist, hill descent control, and trailer sway control further reinforce poise when the journey detours beyond the boulevard.
The LE’s cabin is equally thoughtful. Spacious three‑row seating and split‑fold versatility transform quickly from school runs to warehouse-store hauls, while a power driver’s seat and heated front cushions keep the daily grind comfortable. Dual‑zone front climate control teams with dedicated rear controls to maintain an even temperature from the first row to the third. Materials strike a practical, modern note—cloth upholstery where durability matters, a leather-wrapped steering wheel for a refined touch—and storage solutions are everywhere, including concealed cargo space and cupholders galore for life on the move.
Technology is intuitive and refreshingly current. A bright, 8‑inch touchscreen anchors the dash with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto mirroring, complemented by a clear 7‑inch driver display. Multiple USB ports keep devices charged, SiriusXM (trial) brings a broad soundtrack, and Toyota’s connected services add meaningful depth: Remote Connect (trial) for convenience, Safety Connect (trial) for added peace of mind, and Service Connect (trial) to help keep maintenance on schedule. Over-the-air update capability keeps systems current without a service appointment.
Safety intelligence stands watch in the background. The Pre‑Collision System with daytime/low‑light pedestrian and daytime bicycle detection, Intersection Support, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, Emergency Steering Assist, Automatic High Beams, and Full‑Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with Curve Speed Management all collaborate to support smooth, confident travel.
Eight airbags, including a driver knee airbag and side curtains for all three rows, further underline Toyota’s safety-first engineering.
Rolling on 18‑inch alloy wheels with a subtle lip spoiler and a clean, monochrome body treatment, this pre‑owned Highlander LE shows 33,498 kilometres and wears its miles lightly. It’s the rare family SUV that shrugs off shifting seasons, streamlines the weekday, and still feels ready for the long way home—quietly capable, thoughtfully equipped, and finished in a shade that turns rain into gloss.
