Toyota Highlander Hybrid at Charlesglen Toyota
Enter the 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid and enter the world of Canada’s most fuel efficient mid-size hybrid SUV. That’s right, with the Highlander Hybrid you get everything you expect out of an SUV, from spacious passenger and cargo space to off-road utility to the best in Toyota safety and tech features, but now even more efficient than ever. Get your own versatile crossover SUV in the 2021 Highlander Hybrid, for sale new at Charlesglen Toyota, perfect for weekend trips and weekday trips to the office. The perfect Toyota SUV for Calgary life, read on below and explore the 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid!
Interested in just the regular gas Highlander? Explore it right here!
Want to take a look at some more hybrids? Find them here: Prius, RAV4 Hybrid, RAV4 Prime, Venza
Exterior Design
Powerful & Elegant Design
The Highlander creates a powerful-looking SUV thanks to its aggressive styling, while mixing in the athletic and elegant style of crossover elements thanks to its shapely design. What results is a Toyota crossover SUV that represents reliability, in a vehicle you can trust in any situation.
Aerodynamic Build
While built to look stylish and powerful, it isn’t all about show, as every curve and wave on the Highlander was put in place for a reason. Its aerodynamic shape helps to cut through the wind, delivering improved efficiency and vehicle stability, especially on open highways.
Colour Options
The XLE and Limited Hybrid trims represent the ultimate in colour options on your Highlander, with 7 dynamic colours to choose from. Whether you want to stand out or blend in, the choice is up to you!
- Blizzard Pearl (additional cost)
- Ruby Flare Pearl (additional cost)
- Blueprint
- Celestial Silver Metallic
- Magnetic Grey Metallic
- Midnight Black Metallic
- Opulent Amber
| Dimensions: | 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Length (mm/in) | 4,950 / 194.9 |
| Width (mm/in) | 1,930 / 76.0 |
| Height (mm/in) | 1,730 / 68.1 |
| Wheelbase (mm/in) | 2,850 / 112.2 |
| Ground Clearance (mm/in) | 203 / 8.0 |
| Approach Angle (degrees) | 18 |
| Departure Angle (degrees) | 23 |
Interior Design
Driver-Focused Cabin
Slipping into the driver’s seat of the Highlander Hybrid automatically puts you in control, with a litany of elements focused your way, from the power adjustable driver’s seat, to the touchscreen and console controls. It’s all easy on the eyes, too, with luxury touches across the cabin.
Passenger Seating
You can seat up to eight in total in the Hybrid Highlander, perfect for those weekend getaways, or cross-country road trips. This is all thanks to the 2nd row bench seats, and big rear doors that allow for easy entry/exit to the third-row. Better yet, three-zone climate control ensures there won’t be any fighting over the temperature.
Spacious Cargo Area
Driving around your friends and family is great, but when it’s time to load up on cargo as well, the Highlander Hybrid has got you covered. Those 2nd-row seats fold flat and the 3rd-row seats have 60/40 split fold-flat functionality. If you have the cargo, your Highlander can adapt to it.
| Dimensions: | 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Headroom (front) (mm/in) | 1,046 / 41.2 |
| Headroom (rear) (mm/in) | 1,001 / 39.4 |
| Headroom (3rd seat) (mm/in) | 918 / 36.1 |
| Legroom (front) (mm/in) | 1,066 / 42.0 |
| Legroom (rear) (mm/in) | 1,042 / 41.0 |
| Legroom (3rd seat) (mm/in) | 702 / 27.6 |
| Shoulder Room (front) (mm/in) | 1,498 / 59.0 |
| Shoulder Room (rear) (mm/in) | 1,490 / 58.7 |
| Shoulder Room (3rd seat) (mm/in) | 1,397 / 55.0 |
| Cargo Capacity (L/cu-ft) | 454 / 16.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 8 |
Toyota Highlander Hybrid Image Gallery
Technology
Touchscreen & Multi-Information Display
Driving a vehicle in 2021 means helpful screen technology that better connects you to your vehicle and the world around. The 8-inch touchscreen in the centre of the dashboard provides a convenient link to entertainment, navigation and more. While the 4.2 or 7-inch TFT Multi Information Display presents your drive information right in front of you with crisp clarity.
Connected Services
Systems like Remote Connect, Safety Connect and Service Connect, all coming on trial periods, are here for you to help you better stay safe and connected to your Highlander. Even if you’re away from your vehicle you can still keep tabs on your SUV thanks to the Toyota App and its integration through these systems.
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto
The Highlander Hybrid doesn’t pick sides, whether you’re an Apple or Android user you can simply connect your phone to the vehicle through its handy convenient wireless connection. Enjoy all of your favourite apps, and still do so while focusing on the road ahead.
Performance
Hybrid Engine
Coming standard on every Highlander Hybrid trim is this self-charging gas and electric powertrain. A 2.5L 4-cylinder engine that helps achieve 243 net horsepower, alongside regenerative braking so you don’t have to plug-in. And how about that efficiency? For 2020 it was named one of the most fuel-efficient conventional standard SUVs, with its terrific economical rating.
All-Wheel Drive
Don’t worry, this is a hybrid but it’s more than tuned for Calgary life. Thanks to its electric motor on the rear wheels, your hybrid will easily adapt to the road conditions beneath, whether a slick sheet of ice in the winter, or tough terrain out in our glorious Alberta backcountry.
Drive Mode Select
Drive Mode Select on your Highlander ensures you’re driving to match the environment you’re in, whether everyday driving, sport or eco-friendly. The highlighted EV mode only uses electric power from your Highlander at low speeds to travel long distances.
| Specifications: | 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 4-Cylinder DOHC Dual Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence (VVT-i) |
| Transmission | ECVT |
| Horsepower | 243 |
| Towing Capacity (lbs/kg) | 3,500 / 1,587 |
| Fuel Efficiency (city/highway/combined) (L/100 km) | 6.7 / 6.8 / 6.7 |
Safety
Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+
The new level of Toyota Safety Sense, this 2.5+ system, has touched down in Highlander models before any other Toyota vehicle. Be the first to enjoy a wide variety of some of the best active safety tech and capabilities that your crossover will gladly assist your drive with. The following are some new features for 2021:
- Left Turn Intersection Support enhancements
- Curve speed management
- Emergency Steering Assist
Along with these standard highlighted features:
- Automatic High Beams
- Full-speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Alert
- Lane Tracing Alert
- Pre-Collision System
Backup Camera
Whether out in the country or in the city, you can’t always be sure what’s behind you, especially when you’re trying to park and fit in a tight spot. Luckily, with the backup camera on board, standard on all hybrid trims, you’ll easily see any obstacles behind as you slide into your desired spot.
Standard 8 Airbag System
As high-tech as all the safety assist systems are in the Highlander, led forward by the Safety Sense 2.5+ system are, there’s still every standard safety element you’d expect, including this 8 airbag system. These variants include:
- Drive Knee
- Drive and Passenger Airbag Supplemental Restraint System
- Front and Rear Side Curtain
- Front Passenger Seat Cushion
- Front Seat Mounted Side
What’s Changed From the 2020 Toyota Highlander Hybrid?
While 2020 saw the Highlander with a better and more efficient engine, for 2021 the Highlander Hybrid lays low with no major changes. The Highlander Hybrid is one of the few brands on the market who provide a hybrid edition of their 3-row SUV, so even without changes for the year it still remains top-of-the-class and a veteran of the segment, with that classic Toyota reliability you can always depend on.
2021 Highlander Hybrid Trim Levels
Hybrid LE AWD
Starting at $39,990*- 8-way power driver seat
- Heated front seats
- Backup camera
- All-Wheel Drive with Intelligence
Hybrid XLE AWD
Starting at $43,490*- Softex seats
- 3-zone independente automatic climate control
- Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+
- All-Wheel Drive with Intelligence
Hybrid Limited AWD
Starting at $45,990*- 20-inch chrome-clad alloy wheels
- Leather seats
- JBL surround sound system (11 speakers)
- Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+
Hybrid Platinum AWD
Starting at $45,990*- 20-inch chrome-clad alloy wheels
- Black satin grille
- Premium Audio with remote
- Head-up display
At Charlesglen Toyota, we’re proud to be your local Calgary and area source for new and used Toyota vehicles since 1988. Whether you’re looking for a Highlander Hybrid, or any model in between over our varied model lineup, we can help find the perfect option for you. Alongside our service and parts departments we ensure that every aspect of the Toyota vehicle ownership experience is covered for you. Have any questions? We’re always here to assist.
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