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Old 07-17-19, 03:59 PM
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Originally Posted by JDR76
I'm not sure but suspect it is. It does have a higher output at least (250hp in the Highlander vs 219 in the RAV4).
i would say most of it should be max battery power output... and some massaging of the engine.

But Toyota can do a lot more with battery output in the future.
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Old 07-18-19, 06:34 AM
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Originally Posted by LexsCTJill
Typo on the HL press release of 240.
Originally Posted by JDR76
I was just going from memory when I said 250hp. Looks like I remembered incorrectly.
I thought it was around 240-250hp as well. The small increase in HP from the new ESh isn't hard to achieve with slightly bigger batteries and more powerful motors. I just hope the next RX will stick with a hybrid V6.
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Old 07-18-19, 07:07 AM
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Originally Posted by pman6
meh. Symmetry is bland.

asymmetry is in.

This is a Ferrari, so it's special. But even with that prancing horse on the steering wheel, the execution of this asymmetry is a hot mess for such an expensive car.
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Old 07-18-19, 09:54 AM
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^^^ agreed.

but as they say...

odd poor people are crazy
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Old 07-18-19, 02:40 PM
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Don't know if this has been posted. This lady has done a fine job on the review of the interior This interior looks sensational. I am not the biggest fan of the TNGA changeover, but it looks good from her review. Go to 7:00 to see the back room behind the 3rd row.
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Old 07-18-19, 02:52 PM
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They added a little over 2 cubic feet behind the third row. Very nice.

Outgoing model:



New 2020 model:

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Next RX L third row/cargo will benefit greatly from the new chassis. The Highlander switch from 2019 to 2020 saw 2.36in increase in length, mostly in wheelbase.
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Old 07-31-19, 01:15 PM
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With all these auto layoffs happening. It is great to see Toyota is hiring!

I think this new Highlander is going to do extraordinary well.

https://www.theindychannel.com/news/...rinceton-plant
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Old 08-01-19, 11:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Hoovey2411
Next RX L third row/cargo will benefit greatly from the new chassis. The Highlander switch from 2019 to 2020 saw 2.36in increase in length, mostly in wheelbase.
I'll hold my breath about "greatly" as most initial feedback from the auto show circuit, and my own fit confirmed 3rd row still lags most of the newer competition by quite a bit.
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Originally Posted by pbm317
I'll hold my breath about "greatly" as most initial feedback from the auto show circuit, and my own fit confirmed 3rd row still lags most of the newer competition by quite a bit.
Well whatever it is, it's going to be better than current

I said greatly because the current RXL was forced and rushed to market. Whereas the next RX 2021/2022 will be made with a 3rd row in mind.
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Old 08-02-19, 05:02 PM
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Originally Posted by pbm317
I'll hold my breath about "greatly" as most initial feedback from the auto show circuit, and my own fit confirmed 3rd row still lags most of the newer competition by quite a bit.
Smaller 3rd row and overall size is by design. It’s more for kids or occasional type of use. Given even the current highlander pretty much outsells everything else in the class the new one will be a sure shot hit
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Old 08-02-19, 07:25 PM
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Originally Posted by sorptd
Smaller 3rd row and overall size is by design. It’s more for kids or occasional type of use. Given even the current highlander pretty much outsells everything else in the class the new one will be a sure shot hit
Great post. This new Highlander is going to do very well. Toyota is hiring for an increase in production by 40K. The Hybrid model at 34MPG combined is going to achieve an extraordinary take rate. New styling and what I predict to be sharp handling will help the new model separate itself from the mid pack.
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Old 08-05-19, 10:03 AM
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Originally Posted by sorptd
Smaller 3rd row and overall size is by design. It’s more for kids or occasional type of use. Given even the current highlander pretty much outsells everything else in the class the new one will be a sure shot hit
Yes, I know. Toyota doesn't need the Highlander to be gargantuan, because they also have Sienna, and obviously Highlander customers have been okay with the size. I didn't say the Highlander wouldn't be a hit.

Was just saying that the space lags where more competitors have gone, a bit larger. Yes, most of those competitors don't have a minivan with AWD to sell for bigger family needs.

But for Lexus, which doesn't have a Sienna, it may start to be a point of contention. Obviously RX is also quite successful, but Lexus is potentially leaving some customers on the table by not having a decent 3 row unibody SUV.
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Old 08-05-19, 04:46 PM
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Originally Posted by pbm317
But for Lexus, which doesn't have a Sienna, it may start to be a point of contention. Obviously RX is also quite successful, but Lexus is potentially leaving some customers on the table by not having a decent 3 row unibody SUV.
One of them right here.
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Old 08-06-19, 06:47 AM
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Originally Posted by SW17LS
One of them right here.
Another one here but would have preferred the GX anyways now I have one.
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