Pros Comfortable and upscale interior Touchscreen interfaces are intuitive and easy to use
Cons Price with options runs higher than average for the class Acceleration from 1.5-liter turbocharged engine is disappointing Less cargo space behind the back seat than in most competitors
Pros User-friendly infotainment system Adult-friendly seats Pleasant driving experience
Cons Underpowered engine Below-average cargo space Steep base price
Like it's platform mate, the cheaper Chevrolet Equinox, the Terrain receives a styling refresh for 2022 that includes a revised grille and front bumper, new LED headlamps and taillamps, fresh 18- and 19-inch wheel designs, updated upholstery, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality.
Pros Roomy interior, good fuel economy numbers, rugged appearance.
Cons Plasticky cabin bits, irksome shifter toggle switches, middling acceleration performance.
The 2021 Toyota Highlander learned new tricks to keep us entertained on the road, when we’re not asleep in the back anyway..
Pros Better style New sporty XSE look Still practical… ...and fuel efficient Great standard safety
Cons Infotainment is still a headache Exterior is a little busy Pricey top models Small-ish third row
The sporty-looking XSE trim level joins the Highlander lineup for 2021. It punches up the looks with more aggressive exterior styling, unique 20-inch wheels, black exterior accents, and a sportier calibration for the suspension. Elsewhere, LED projection headlamps are now a standard feature and all models receive additional driver-assistance features, including semi-automated emergency steering technology that's designed to help a driver avoid collisions.
Pros Attractive design, optional hybrid powertrain, generous standard features.
Cons Few driving thrills, skimpy third-row room, fussy interior styling.
The sporty XSE trim debuts in the Hybrid lineup.More advanced safety features are standard.LED headlights are now standard.
Pros High fuel economy for a three-row SUV Sensibly priced compared to the non-hybrid Highlander Comfortable ride quality Plenty of standard and available safety features
Cons Third-row seats are cramped Not a whole lot of cargo space behind the third-row seat Engine sounds unrefined at full throttle
