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| Description |
| The experts at TheCarConnection.com examined the latest road tests on the new 2009 Toyota Highlander Hybrid to write this consensus review. Experts from TheCarConnection.com also drove the Toyota Highlander Hybrid and have added more details and driving impressions where relevant--especially when other reviewers’ opinions conflicted. In addition, this review compares the 2009 Toyota Highlander Hybrid with other vehicles in the green-car class to give you the best advice. |
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| Road Test |
If you’re a discerning "green" buyer, you probably know that the term "hybrid" doesn’t always mean the same thing. So-called full hybrids that can actually be propelled from a stop on electric power alone--versus so-called mild hybrids that just shut off the gas engine when the vehicle isn’t moving--are rarer still. The much-improved 2009 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is one of these rare full hybrids, which makes it an especially good fit for urban families. The wholesale changes implemented in 2008 carry over into 2009 and help the Highlander Hybrid’s gas-electric drivetrain run better while still achieving excellent mileage.
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| Positive Points |
- Strong acceleration
- Impressive fuel economy
- Quiet ride and powertrain
- Clever second-row seat arrangement
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| Negative Points |
- Suspension is too soft for most tastes
- Electric steering lacks feedback
- Optional third-row seat is cramped
- Traction control can’t be turned off
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