2024 Toyota Grand Highlander

2024 Toyota Grand Highlander | CAR MOM TOUR

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Today I am so excited because we are touring THE 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander!
I have been waiting months to get my hands on this car in a way where I could drive it for a week as a mom of three to see how it would function for a family like mine! Let’s dive in to the very anticipated, very impressive Toyota Grand Highlander!
In the meantime, check out my 2023 Hyundai Palisade tour here:
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01:51 Exterior
03:23 Interior
06:37 Second Row
11:52 Trunk
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@jamesmcintyre3662 6 ай бұрын

Dad here. The car seat review bits are pure gold. Thank you.

@jenniferhall9121 8 ай бұрын

Family of 4, we just switched from a Honda CRV to the Grand Highlander Hybrid XLE. Averaging 33 miles per gallon and loving all the extra room! Tons of safety features and the massive sunroof is joyous. MPG, Toyota brand, technology and capacity were our major deciding factors over the Palisade.

@danehenderson5480 6 ай бұрын

How is it for acceleration around town? Getting on/off the freeway?

@oldageisdumb 6 ай бұрын

@@danehenderson5480We test drove a regular Highlander hybrid and it was pretty zippy (not on the highway but on the highway access road). The GH is heavier so not sure how much that would affect that. We owned a camry hybrid for 10 years and it had plenty of power so Toyota does a good job with it. But keep in mind a 4cyl hybrid engine is never going to be as great as a solid 6cyl gas engine for the feel. It’s just a preference if you like zippy vs strong (if that makes sense) Edited to say we currently own a palisade and thinking of replacing it with a GH hybrid

@tuyenhoang5546 6 ай бұрын

How much does it cost in total? I’m thinking of upgrading my cr-v as well

@oldageisdumb 6 ай бұрын

@@tuyenhoang5546 It depends on the trim. You can get a GH hybrid XLE for about $47k. If you move up to the limited it’s $53-$56k and the max is over $60k

@quaintprintsboutique 5 ай бұрын

How did you fit 4 kids without a tether anchor? It’s stumping me on where to put my kids. No idea why Toyota designed it this way. Such a lack of insight on their part.

@saranrathakrish8468 8 ай бұрын

You should also review the Lexus TX

@clarissaharger2462 8 ай бұрын

Looks like a Lexus TX, right!?

@Kirrichan 8 ай бұрын

@@clarissaharger2462they are built on the same platform. The TX will be a more luxurious version of the Grand Highlander.

@hosseinb82 7 ай бұрын

it is not available yet in the canadian market

@brookerhodes2732 7 ай бұрын

I have a grand highlander limited with a bench seat, and I fit three across. One forward facing, one rear facing, and one backless booster.😁

@8mathdaddy Күн бұрын

I just bought the Grand Highlander Hybrid AWD and I love it!!

@zanebischoffrn6356 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the great review! Would love to see comparison video on the VW Atlas, specifically hearing your thoughts on driving dynamics & Drive train, infotainment/climate control User friendliness, ease of third row access & cargo space.

@justrach05 7 ай бұрын

Well this sealed my decision on a Kia Telluride!! My husband is 6'3" and 90% of the time NOT driving so now I know I don't want this car! Love your videos! So stinking helpful!

@myt634yf3 8 ай бұрын

the grand highlander is no doubt a great car, but due to dealership outrageous mark-up fees, i didn't even think twice to walk away when i seen the price tag at the dealership. seen the platinum at 53k online, and the price tag was 63k at the dealership...10k mark-up!!! no way

@michelledill7121 7 ай бұрын

$7k markup in FL...no way!. Driving 6 hrs to p/u my GH in AL next week..no markup. If you're flexible...

@myt634yf3 7 ай бұрын

@michelledill7121 wow, great way to stick to your guns and get a GH at MSRP

@shemar3572 22 күн бұрын

Good for you! I never pay sticker price.

@themang03 7 ай бұрын

Love to see your opinion on this SUV. Had a 22’ highlander and traded up to a 23’ sienna and thought I’d be missing out on the GH. The space and automatic doors are life changing with a 1, 2, &6yo. Embracing my minivan mom era, never say never 😆.

@taraturner9408 7 ай бұрын

I feel you! The Highlander was my dream mom car, until I saw my then 8 year old with knees to her chest because the third row was so small. Jumped right to that Sienna, and the functionality can't be beat! Mama of a 1, 2, & 10 yo.

@bigk0101 7 ай бұрын

Eww minivans

@jnicole2440 3 ай бұрын

@@bigk0101ew hating on someone's car pick

@jacobfischer8385 3 ай бұрын

Vans will always be superior and it just takes true humility to do admit it. Unless you tow, the mini van wins in every way but style

@jimsomerville3924 2 ай бұрын

@@bigk0101 Grand Highlander has the same bulbous dimensions as a van, but much less interior utility, more expensive, limited towing, and very little offroad ability- which is the only reason 3rd row crossovers/SUVs would be a legitimate choice. Vans are just honest with no overpriced pretensions.

@bethanndonnenwerth5988 8 ай бұрын

I'm SOOOOO excited you could do this car review, I've been waiting!!

@magickingdomkayt 8 ай бұрын

I would love to see a comparison of the Grand Highlander with the Subaru Ascent! They seem very similar and I’d love to see which you prefer and why.

@bxbeauty887 7 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you were able to review this vehicle! I can't wait for you to get your hands on the '24 Traverse to compare it to whenever they start production. Thank you so much for your reviews!!

@Ryan-cf6lc 8 ай бұрын

The regular Highlander is perfect size for smaller families as it provides extra space over compact SUVs, but still easy to park and can tow. Grand Highlander is straight up for people who don’t want a minivan, but need minivan size.

@almassengale 8 ай бұрын

It isn't really minivan size though on the inside. Something like a Kia Carnival has almost double the cargo space behind the third row and it is well down on maximum cargo space on everything but the Sienna with its non removable middle row. A Honda Odyssey can fit almost 50 cubic feet more behind the first row than a Grand Highlander can.

@MarybethIUHoosiers 7 ай бұрын

We traded in our 23 highlander for the GH! The GH is easier for me to park, go figure.

@eedre4864 6 ай бұрын

It’s smaller than a minivan, but I agree. It’s for people who just cannot do a minivan. My guess is the Sienna is cheaper and more functional for a family. If you want minivan size, you gotta bite the bullet and get a minivan. Face it, no one thinks you’re cool driving a crossover with child seats either.

@SuperMrgentleman 6 ай бұрын

@@almassengaleI think the rear seats are supposed to be nicer than most minivans

@xz334 5 ай бұрын

@@eedre4864even if I can take the bullet, the current wait time for a sienna is over a year…crazy

@taylorzerbin2049 8 ай бұрын

Been waiting for this review for so long! Thank you! We can’t look at or drive any in my area without ordering so I really rely on your reviews! I’d love to see you compare it directly with the Pilot side by side. It would also be nice to see you in a lower trim gas model!

@michelledill7121 7 ай бұрын

I drove and sat in both a 2024 Honda Pilot and the 2024 Grand Highlander. We chose the GH b/c the Pilot dogged when trying to accelerate onto the freeway (accidently squealed tires accelerating in the GH w turbo). The Honda Pilot 3rd row is claustrophobic with the window layout. The GH 3rd row has a clear full window. I was able to snag a bench 2nd row so we chose the GH. Oh, and the Pilot was about $10k more.

@naturallycreativehome9774 8 ай бұрын

Love that you were able to do this for us! I would love to see it compared to the Telliride and the Pilot!

@PairOfMoonShoes 8 ай бұрын

This is the video we’ve been waiting for- thank you! We have a telluride and loved your comparison to that… have you had luck seeing an EV9? Would love to see that compared against this. We love everything about the Telly except the fuel economy which is why the EV9 makes an interesting comp to the GH!

@michaelbaltierra200 7 ай бұрын

We got one last month and to have heated/ventilated seats in all 4 chair's, and full glass roof....SOLD. Those 2 features are better than all other competitors

@lamarbanks4565 6 ай бұрын

Palisade has those same features for the seats. The roof is a little weird tho. You’ll either love it or hate it.

@pamspence2318 8 ай бұрын

Great video Kelly! I’m with you on the tether situation. Like, why not have another tether anchor installed?? So strange. I wish the car was just a tad bit longer for better leg space because the trunk is a great size without it being in the full size category!

@brillantesdv1 8 ай бұрын

love the videos. thank you for improving your audio with a better mic.

@rnguyen2516 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Can you please compare the Grand Highlander to the Honda Pilot? The back doors don’t open very wide. Did that bother you getting car seats and various items in and out? Can the second row control their own climate? Because that was nice about the Odyssey. I currently have an Odyssey that got rear-ended. I’m so hung up on the convenience of a van but want a cooler car, now, lol. I’ll miss the option of adding a middle seat in the second row.

@daweed980 4 ай бұрын

Stop spreading misinformation and do research before claiming it's smaller than competition. Third row rear legroom Toyota Grand Highlander: 33.5 in Honda Pilot: 32.5 in Subaru Ascent: 31.7 in Kia Telluride: 31.4 in Hyundai Palisade: 31.4 in

@KD-tr1qb 8 ай бұрын

Appreciated seeing a visual of trunk space with stroller. Curious about 23 Honda pilot comparison.

@purlin 6 ай бұрын

Does not compare... I have a pilot, and I looooooove the storage space!!

@D0NTsmokeCRACK 2 ай бұрын

@@purlinhow does it not compare? They are both about the same size

@purlin 2 ай бұрын

@D0NTsmokeCRACK honda pilot has alot more leg room in third roll and there is an under compartment in the trunk, which is very roomy, I carry a double stroller and still have my trunk at my disposal, something I wouldn't be able to have in a highlander.

@almassengale 8 ай бұрын

They need a bench second row option in top trims, preferably with a removable middle seat like in the Odyssey. Captains chairs don't work well for my three kid family during those times when we need to maximize cargo space and sometimes we take lots of kids with us and an extra seat might be the difference behind having to take another car.

@alishaceri9156 8 ай бұрын

Hi Kelly! Love your videos. I currently drive an Accord and want a compact AWD. Would you be able to review something like the Subaru Crosstrek?

@user-qv2nz7oh2h 8 ай бұрын

I have been waiting for this review! I'm between the highlander hybrid, Grand highlander hybrid and the Mazda CX90 PHEV. All hard to get with a bench.

@greatdane1122 8 ай бұрын

By the way, it’s a 2024 not a 2023 as the title shows. I do like that you showed differences of seat back vs forward and explained what 2nd row space would be in other vehicles because comparing cubic feet only is hard to tell. However, what made us decide on the grand (picking up tomorrow by the way) goes more than simple space or knees. You can’t neglect when buying a car the reliability Toyota (and Honda for that matter) offer, resale value is much stronger with Toyotas compared to Kia and Hyundai, the years and years and perfecting their hybrid systems. Those points brought us to Toyota grand highlander. Sure a sweet looking inside of a Kia telluride or Hyundai does look better, I’ll be honest. But for price and other factors I mentioned it’s hard to simply ignore. But she is right in that it really just depends on what you are looking for that fits for you. Hybrid (not hybrid max) we are choosing supposedly goes 36 mpg in city, we’ll test it when we get it and show a video of 3 car seats we need to fit. But that’s about $800-900 a year saving on gas.

@sw6155 8 ай бұрын

I’d love to see the what extras were added and how much over MsRP was paid for at the end of it all… That’s what’s keeping me from considering Toyotas/Hondas… Here in Middle-TN they’re screwing buyers big time!!! 😓😓😓💔💔💔

@annelinderman6396 3 ай бұрын

would love to see your video! come back and post a link please :)

@melissaives2620 4 ай бұрын

This is my new car -same color, but I have the bench seat. You can comfortably sit three adults on the bench seat. I carpool my son and his high school basketball teammates and we've had 6 kids in the rear seats comfortably. My 6'1, 15 year old can sit comfortably in the third row. I moved to this from my well loved Toyota Sienna Minivan. I love the room in the Grand Highlander. I love the extra charging ports, safety features. It's fun to drive for shuttling our kids to and from practices and games as well as to and from work.

@adityaverma5764 7 ай бұрын

Hi! Thanks for the detailed review and unique family perspective. Including child seats makes you special amongst car reviewers. Appreciate it! :-) You were stoked by the new 2024 Traverse interiors. Which one would you prefer in terms of passenger comfort and space? Even aesthetics? Looking forward to a full comparison once Traverse 2024 is out as well. Thank you!

@LindsayMach-re1dm 8 ай бұрын

Any thoughts on the suede seats? That is holding me back from the Max. Worried they won’t clean up well with kiddos. Feel like that was a miss.

@MsKewi-NYC 8 ай бұрын

I would love to see you compare this SUV to the Volkswagen Atlas SEL or RLine. I like your metrics in comparison plus your height is perfect for me and a few in my family members. We're looking for a 3rd row SUV it's very hard to find this Toyota Grand Highlander but I did find the VW Atlas SEL I was throughly surprised by the 3rd row comfort especially with the seat all the way back. However the seat didn't move forward as much as that Highlander if memory is correct. That's my wish comparison thanks for a thorough review video. 😊

@truthistruth615 10 күн бұрын

The Grand wins in that it offers two hybrid trims. No one else, but Toyota offers a hybrid variant in this class. Home run

@alwaysiyi272 8 ай бұрын

Our family jusr traded in out Pallisade for a GH, and I have to say the space is much more in the GH and better used IMO, we have the Platinum Hybrid Max, with all the gizmos and gadgets and we are very happy with it, We looked at CX-90's and they drove nice and had a really good interior but it felt smaller on the inside when compared to the GH

@Kirrichan 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for your comment! I’m waiting for a GH Hybrid Max platinum to be available in my area but with the dealer markup I was wondering if I should consider a Telluride or CX-90. I’m just afraid to gamble with the reliability of the different auto makers.

@alwaysiyi272 8 ай бұрын

@@Kirrichan Mazda has been pretty reliable Albright the CX-90 is all new for them so it’s gonna take some time to work out the kinks imo, but they shouldn’t be that bad. Space wise, the telluride is slightly bigger on the inside due to its more boxy design but they both trail the GH

@alaskanborn3459 7 ай бұрын

What year palisade? We were thinking about trading in our 2022 for a Highlander max limited

@engelectra11 7 ай бұрын

Great review! Can you please compare it to the pathfinder ? And I’m curious about the Lexus Tx vs Infiniti qx60

@mcwong4677 8 ай бұрын

Great video. I agreed bench seat would be better. Can you compare to Honda pilot ? Thanks.

@janmoore3849 8 ай бұрын

I've been waiting for this!!!!!

@user-ft9nl5ub3v 7 ай бұрын

Hi Kelly! We have one question as we think about getting a new car for our growing family (currently 2 littles but hoping for another!). How did you help your oldest buckle in the backseat with the RF car seats in the second row? Thank you!

@Melissa-cy9se 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video! Does the Grand Highlander have a car seat friendly tilt to get into the third row? I wasn’t clear on that.

@dmvideos7913 7 ай бұрын

G morning between palisade , telluride and grand highlander which one is the best for family ?

@jaimietribble6655 7 ай бұрын

Was going back and forth between this and a Tahoe. So glad I went with the Tahoe. I have 14 month old twins and another in a booster. This would have been too small.

@Ryan2022 6 ай бұрын

Japan has nothing to compete with the Tahoe.

@nick5121 Ай бұрын

We’ll be in a similar situation with twins on the way. Tahoe still good?

@mlmerrel 6 ай бұрын

Just bought an XLE in Stormcloud yesterday with a bench in the second row!

@RuslanSalyakhov 8 ай бұрын

Would be great to see a side-by-side comparison to VW Atlas - at first glance it is undefeated.

@tanyastalking8495 8 ай бұрын

Literally looks like an oversized Rav-4 lol

@DANNYN224 8 ай бұрын

Love the front end when I seen it at the auto show it looked beautiful

@DG-ct9ti 8 ай бұрын

That is so weird about the 3rd row tether anchor lack…or else I love your perspectives thanks Kelly!

@davidhypes5228 8 ай бұрын

The cubby in the rear doors is a French fry holder! 😂😂

@michelledill7121 7 ай бұрын

Great idea! I was confused how "best in class" then became "strange". I think it's going to be awesome!

@snsmith90 8 ай бұрын

Can you compare to the pilot and the ascent? Thank you!

@triciap6006 Ай бұрын

If there's no tether anchors and it's forward facing carseat you can just use the seat belt. I feel the seats more secure from sliding around.

@Swophin2.0 8 ай бұрын

Kid you not, were going to Toyota today to hopefully decide between this and the Sienna and I've been looking for info on this Grand Highlander and you gave me what I needed ty!!

@sarahsampson5562 8 ай бұрын

Same! Our sienna is on its way and now we are thinking this instead. I don’t like the less space but ground clearance is a huge issue for us. We have 4 kids, 3 car seats!

@flex_007 7 ай бұрын

Luv it and the color 👍

@jsfbay1 8 ай бұрын

You mentioned 2023-4 Pilot and made it sound like it was larger than the Grand Highlander - I don't think that's the case, although when I sat in the driver's seat and adjusted it comfortably for me in both vehicles and then sat behind myself in the 2nd row, I had *more* legroom in the Pilot. Which surprised me. I think I need to go back and try that again. Maybe Pilot simply apportioned more 1st and 2nd row legroom than did GH, hence why GH has more cargo space behind the 3rd row?

@robertoreyes8232 8 ай бұрын

Wait what? You don’t think the Pilot is bigger than the GH yet you literally confirm that when you sat on both?!? There’s many cars that are big but don’t make good use of the space. Looks like that’s the case here too.

@srinivasachaitanyamunduru1338 6 ай бұрын

Could you review for Jeep Grand Cherokee L V6 in top trim? I wonder how it competes with others in design and performance

@DAMIANCOMISSO 7 ай бұрын

Hey Kelly, thank you for the great video. If possible and since you are taking requests. I would like to see a comparison of this SUV with a VW ATLAS. I only have one kid so space for a car seat is not a problem but every time I travel try to take the family with us (Grandparents) therefore I am always looking for the most usable space without having to step up to a full size SUV. Thank you so much in advanced.

@valerieryman6513 8 ай бұрын

You mentioned you have 3 kids but I saw only 2 car seats. I’m sorry if I missed it but are only 2 of yours in car seats? We have 3 kids in car seats (2 front and 1 rear for a bit longer).

@fullcirc9203 7 ай бұрын

I Have the 2023 Chevy Traverse. Love the room for the kids. Hate the slow 6 speed engine. Would be excellent to compare these two. Looking to purchase.❤😊

@LezOLee 2 ай бұрын

Are the headrests in the second and third row removable?

@user-dh2cr7td6n 8 ай бұрын

Great Review! Can you compare it to the Subaru Ascent ?

@cdb5662 8 ай бұрын

Love your reviews. Please compare to the Toyota Sienna.

@user-dn1fo6qh7v 7 ай бұрын

Would love to see review of the newer sienna vans. Do you plan to do one?

@fredshino 8 ай бұрын

The third row anchor situation is bad. I want to fit 2 forward facing car seats in the third row. That's why I'm really looking forward to the Lexus TX which has a 2-passenger third row with lower and tether anchors on both sides. When is the Lexus TX review coming?

@mayasiegel4169 6 ай бұрын

I would love to know the differences between the grand highlander and the Toyota Sienna! Struggling to figure out why this minivan/SUV hybrid was made and what it's advantages are over the Sienna's. Seems to me like a worse sienna...

@Belcanto72 8 ай бұрын

How is the access to the third row and buckling in a child into a forward facing car seat if you have a rear facing and forward facing in the second row? Can you get back there and help to strap in okay?

@michelledill7121 7 ай бұрын

Get a bench 2nd row that fits 2 slim seats (passenger side and middle)...slide the 2nd row seat behind the driver up to assist 3rd row passenger.

@andysera87 8 ай бұрын

I would love to see it compared to either the telluride or palisade if possible Also, know quite q few folks contemplating this with a sienna (know its apples and oranges), would be fabulous if we could also see a comparision between these two people movers from toyota

@jws2027 7 ай бұрын

Dying to see a comparision between grand highlander and a sienna as well!!! Especially for family of 5!

@hosseinb82 7 ай бұрын

do you mean grand highlander is not for a family of 5?@@jws2027

@jianwei2009 6 ай бұрын

@@jws2027 If you talking about connivence and comfort, you cannot beat minivan. the sliding door and space / Room of Sienna way better than the grand highlander. However, if you weight slightly more power / acceleration or just don't like minivans, then you have no choice but to get the grand highlander. TL;DR being - if you don't know which one to choose, go Sienna.

@sid_mufc6 7 ай бұрын

Could you also please review and compare the Mazda CX-90?

@beppate 8 ай бұрын

Did it not have digital rearview mirror(camera)?

@robertoreyes8232 8 ай бұрын

I was a little bummed out a month ago when I was unable to get a Grand Highlander. The dealers had a ridiculous market adjustment of $7.5k. We ended up buying a CX-90 instead. It’s grown on me so much now and having watched this review just confirms we picked correctly.

@user-qv2nz7oh2h 8 ай бұрын

Wow! I'm surprised to hear they marked it up that much. The Grand highlander hybrid is a little easier to get than the highlander hybrid and our dealerships refuse to go above MSRP here. I also ended up placing an order for the CX90 PHEV.

@almericswitzercalonge5961 8 ай бұрын

Good choice mazda cx90, the only downside is the 3rd row seating still same as cx90, if only mazda could do a solution for every vehicle for the passenger space,,,but i don’t care anyways i owned a mazda cx3 and thinking how many times to trade it to a spacious car or suv but it is hard for me to do it,, im inlove with my cx3 too much, everytime i did test drove other cars and compare everything, still mazda is the great one for me🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🤗😁

@michelledill7121 7 ай бұрын

Loved our mazda 6 and CX-5 but the cx90's lack of 3rd row space was a dealbreaker for me. Chose the GH.@@almericswitzercalonge5961

@NativeDay05 7 ай бұрын

Family of 3 soon to be 4 in the future. We have a 2020 Rav4 and need to upgrade. We love Toyota and GM but were leaning toward the 2024 Chevy Traverse with a little more space and storage that it offers in the same price range. It is hard to walk away from that really good MPG which Toyota excels at. Great videos, we enjoy watching them and coming with a decision for our next family car!

@JustHavingFun_ 7 ай бұрын

Hard to beat Toyota reliability, especially their hybrid models

@everydayfun9531 6 ай бұрын

Can’t go wrong with the reliability of a Toyota or a Lexus cause those things will last you a good while and won’t break down on you and give you headaches.

@alwaystatiana595 7 ай бұрын

Love this . If you can will you do the Lexus tx

@micheleberaducci-qb5he 5 ай бұрын

When is Toyota coming out with the Grand Highlander Pro Max. I have been waiting for the Platinum Grand Highlander Hybrid Pro Max since they showed the car. Please can anyone get me the information. Thank you.

@Outrayjes1 8 ай бұрын

Would like to see the comparison between the grand Highlander hybrid max and the 2024 traverse

@gransport4246 8 ай бұрын

Traverse/Enclave/redesigned 2024 Acadia, Atlas, and Grand Highlander are all the same size 96-98 cubic feet with all seats down. Pilot, Telluride/Pallisade, Explorer, and Grand Cherokee L are 10-12 cubic feet smaller. There’s no comparison. Of the big boys, Grand Highlander and Atlas have the best packaging and materials. The Pilot and GC L are nice too. The rest are pretty cheaply put together especially the Korean twins. The materials don’t feel great at all.

@rebeccameng1195 2 ай бұрын

I have a Grand Highlander Limited and I LOVE it! So roomy, smooth ride, luxurious, and lots of tech that makes for comfortable travel. I would never buy anything but a Toyota!

@TheCarMom 2 ай бұрын

so happy you love your grand highlander!!!

@BClanBeauty 5 ай бұрын

Can you compare to 2024 Nissan pathfinder?

@eccobellac 4 ай бұрын

That tilt & slide is not the same as some vehicles tilt & slide. You couldn't have a carseat installed in that seat & access the 3rd row then? Other than entering second row (navigating around a FF carseat) and going between the captains chairs. That's a bummer. I really like the tilt&slide where the carseat can remain installed like in the Lexus TX & Atlas

@user-iq3cr8wo6c 8 ай бұрын

Compare to Honda pilot new and old??

@My_Three_Sons 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for posting this. My pacifica was totalled and Im wanting to go back to an SUV. Been trying to decide between this and the Traverse and Ive got 2 kids in boosters and 1 FF. I have to decide this weekend.

@user-yx4on8hx4w 8 ай бұрын

If you have to decide by this weekend, the odds are probably going to end up with a traverse because of Grand Highlander availability. If you don't have to choose that soon, wait for the new Traverse and Acadia that will be out early 2024

@My_Three_Sons 8 ай бұрын

I wish I could wait that long for the new traverse or acadia. I still dont have a car, today we are sharing... there are a few GH around here, just an hour drive away. Hoping to get something today or tomorrow.

@lisasouza6741 3 ай бұрын

HI Kelly, how can I connect with you in negotiating a 2023 Toyota Highlander Platinum for the right price and not get raked over the coals? I'm in SC

@feimatasulaiman-jordan8589 4 ай бұрын

I have a 15 y/o and a 7 y/o who are both tall for their age, will this work for road trips and hauling kids to games?

@daonnadeas6724 Ай бұрын

Nice review, BTW.

@TheCarMom Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@karenradach7551 7 ай бұрын

The dilemma I have is that I want a heads up display but I want a bench seat, but the heads up is only in platinum and you can’t get a bench. Like why? Why is a heads up display not in all cars? I have one in my 2019 XLE Camry.. I’m hoping they improve some of these things for 2025 or 2026… as of now my husband really wants a sequoia but I want the fuel economy, cargo space and cheaper price point..

@sarahbybee5986 8 ай бұрын

I would love to know how the front and second row space and legroom feels compared to the new traverse and Acadia. I’m big on space and legroom but I don’t like to feel claustrophobic. I what the most second row legroom possible then that can be adjusted as needed for 3rd row peeps.

@davewilson7602 8 ай бұрын

Those are a little bigger inside if you compare her two videos. Trade off is potential reliability but if you swap cars often it doesn’t matter

@sarahbybee5986 8 ай бұрын

@@davewilson7602 I know it seems they look more roomy for sure. I try to compare how people look in every seat in the videos I watch. My hesitation is definitely the reliability of gm. I’ve only bought Subaru and Honda. I’d just like to hear someone say how it feels comparatively who’s been in both cars. Toyota measurements on paper seem to say one thing but feel is totally different. We got an ascent over the original Highlander because it felt so small and claustrophobic I didn’t even finish my test drive lol

@davewilson7602 8 ай бұрын

@@sarahbybee5986 you’re right how Toyota fudges the numbers 😂 I looked at pilots and highlanders a few years ago and on paper they have the same cargo space but anybody can look and see that can’t be true

@saranrathakrish8468 8 ай бұрын

You can review the refresh vw atlas

@sarasullivan4176 6 ай бұрын

I’m deciding between this and the sequoia. The price difference is insane! Would love to know comparisons there.

@DreaDoesThings 6 ай бұрын

She did a sequoia on IG and the trunk space is NOT there. Sequoia is more Heavy Duty/towing vehicle vs. family around town vehicle. however both can tow.

@funkybunch81 8 ай бұрын

I have this in the XLE trim. Speaking of strange decisions by Toyota to save a few dollars… the XLE trim has no speakers in the third row. And no wiring to even add speakers. Kids can’t hear a thing back there. So annoying. How much would rear speakers cost? Base trim speakers probably less that twenty bucks. But instead I have to spend maybe a grand for wiring and speakers and void my warranty to upgrade. XLE still costs 50 grand. Not like this is a base model Honda civic folks. On top of that, the stop start feature is really annoying. I’d suggest getting the limited trim for the rear speakers and the 360 camera for parking. The new cream color is nice as is the great seats. Love the car other than the stupid speaker issue and stop start. And wish I had a middle bench. Love the sunroof. Love the design of the exterior.

@DAMIANCOMISSO 4 ай бұрын

Dear Kelly, please compare this vehicle to the VW Atlas. Thank you and keep up the great work.

@slbmsb5 8 ай бұрын

Could you compare it to the 2023 Honda Pilot. I am interested if they are the same size. Thank you for your honest review for moms. I would be very upset if I purchased this SUV and could not put 4 car seats in it if needed.

@michelledill7121 7 ай бұрын

Once in a booster seat, you don't need a tether, right. How fast you planning on having 4? lol

@alexmassengale433 4 ай бұрын

The mediocre IIHS safety ratings give me pause in a family car as does forcing you to get a two place second row in top trims. Other than that this looks good.

@tigerthane 4 ай бұрын

Test drove the 8 seater xle and all 6 rear seats have a tether anchor

@dmvideos7913 7 ай бұрын

I would to see the comparison to telluride and palisade please !!!!

@skazi4242 8 ай бұрын

Can you do a tilt of 2nd row with a infant seat base installed?

@jameyhunstad 8 ай бұрын

No they don't have car seat tilt. Saw it last weekend

@jonathanabraham2655 4 ай бұрын

Great video! How does this compared to a Palisade？😊

@Neesha7ful 5 ай бұрын

Can you do a video on the new Mazda, CX 90 and compare it to the Toyota Grand Highlander

@kebawalker9891 7 ай бұрын

I'd like to see it compared to the new Honda Pilot! A side by side would be good!

@AmandaHodge-wr7px 7 ай бұрын

Would LOVE to see it compared to the pilot!

@elizabethragsdale7789 7 ай бұрын

Stanley doesnt fit BUT the Strbx tumbler cups do (That was one BIG thing that i wanted to see) and happy it does

@brianjhebert 6 ай бұрын

When are you reviewing the Lexus TX good comparison

@WazZappening 8 ай бұрын

Have you done the new Honda Pilot? would love to know what you think of the removable middle seat on the higher end trims. Me and my wife love that you use car seats in your reviews because one of the questions we always have is "How many car seats can they fit realistically and is it functional to a actual parent"

@ashleymckee1140 8 ай бұрын

She did it already. A few months ago. Check it out! 😊

@dylans2669 8 ай бұрын

We have the 2023 pilot elite and three kids in car seats in the second row (chicco myfits next to the windows and chicco keyfit 35 in the middle seat). We had to remove the inner cup holders on the myfits to fit them nicely in the car but it feels roomy and the kids don't complain. Its a little akward to get the infant seat in but we have a ton of cargo space in the back this way because we avoid using the third row and the car seat storage in the back actually holds a whole lot of stuff as well.

@WazZappening 8 ай бұрын

@@ashleymckee1140 will do :)

@WazZappening 8 ай бұрын

@@dylans2669 nice thanks for that, and hats off to you with your 3 kiddos. We're on our first and getting ready for a second in the next year or so :)

@dylans2669 8 ай бұрын

@@WazZappening good luck to you. We bought an RDX just before we had our first. I didn't think about what happens when/if we had three (the wife claims she did and I ignored it). Had to sell it with just over 80k on it. It was a great vehicle but obviously too small. With two kids it also felt small. Gas prices suck but i would go pilot/TX/grand highlander. I personally like the 6 cyclinder naturally aspirated pilot engine (its a refresh of the one that was in the RDX), and the ZF transmission should be more reliable than others. I veto'd the palisade and telleride because well ... i think they have terrible quality and i am the one that would have to deal with the issues. Current MDX is nice but definitely more sporty with a less roomy feeling then the pilot and the touch pad is weird. TX and grand highlander where not available for us soon enough.

@annarakannan6620 8 ай бұрын

I would request comparing this with the 2024 traverse.

@MrsAlexandraJones 8 ай бұрын

Would’ve liked to know how you would’ve built your own…which trim level would you go with and would you add any extra features? I’m in the process of building one and the dealerships are saying 6-12 months depending on colors, trims and features (ex: sunroof or not). Is the wait typical across the board?

@BS0821 8 ай бұрын

Yeah I agree she should do a build at the end of each video on the manufacturer website

@greatdane1122 8 ай бұрын

We are finally getting ours next week. We put our name at 8 different Toyotas with deposits that we got back just to increase our chances of one coming in with our preferences sooner. If we chose our local one, we’d still be waiting. Just the reality of a new car coming out. We waited about 3 months for this one, but again had we only done two places local, we’d still be waiting. I called literally 30 Toyotas within a 12 hour driving radius and understand which one had mark up fees and which didn’t.

@user-qv2nz7oh2h 8 ай бұрын

I have 3 Toyota dealerships with down payments looking for my car since memorial day. I increased the scope to either a highlander or a Grand. None price hiked. One dealership has 30 ahead of me. I also have an order for a CX90. None have confirmed allocations for me yet. 😢

@eedre4864 6 ай бұрын

Compare it to the similar trim Sienna features, functionality, price.

@latasha6288 8 ай бұрын

All the things she complained about is why I’m choosing the Lexus tx. Functionally, it just works better for me as a mom of 3 who are all in forward facing carseats. Plus my husband has long legs. I can get the 2nd row bench with all the safety features and tech that I’m looking for.

@dylans2669 8 ай бұрын

Good for you that you can afford the TX but to be fair the TX is 55-80k and the grand highlander is 45k-60k which is a big price difference (e.g., 10-20k more). That being said I don't know how the lower end TX compares to the higher end grand highlander.

@latasha6288 8 ай бұрын

@@dylans2669The 350 premier has more than the Highlander limited. With the markup, it doesn’t make sense to pay $60k+ for something I can’t get my money’s worth.

@hosseinb82 7 ай бұрын

Lexus TX hybrid one on Fsport does not have bench seat. I think the only TX which have bench seat is the gas one.