Review of 2021 Highlander XLE: Plus Reasons You May Want to Buy One

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Full review of 2021 Toyota Highlander XLE. I discuss exterior, interior, mpg, specs and features.
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00:00 Intro
00:21 Defining Highlander
01:01 Your chance to join TJ
01:26 Ride comfort
03:04 Walkaround
04:05 Profile
05:02 MPG
05:33 Performance and engine
06:49 Front end
09:06 1st look interior
11:24 Back end / cargo space
14:09 2nd & 3rd rows
15:24 More interior
17:03 Driver side tour
20:00 Window sticker
21:39 Outro & fun
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@Tundra-pw2cu 3 жыл бұрын

I have owned 6 Highlanders. I trade every couple years. The new 2021 is the best one yet. Love the Highlander

@Lexusgx550 3 жыл бұрын

Drives smoother than Camry ?

@huynhc35 2 жыл бұрын

@@Lexusgx550 drives like a Camry in a SUV form 😁 I traded in my '15 Camry XKE V6 for a '21 Highlander Platinum!! I also have a '18 Camry XSE V6.

@kathyfrutos2428 2 жыл бұрын

How’s driving it on the mountains i got a xle. Hybrid

@shaikhzees 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, If you dont mind answering why you feel 2021 ones are the best model out there. Which trims have you driven so far, and which one is your favorite.

@Tundra-pw2cu 2 жыл бұрын

I have like all model years of the Highlander , I have owned. No problems with any of them The 21 just has more gizmos and updated electronics. I bought the one with the large screen that gives you the birds eye view around the car. You can’t go wrong with any year or model. For the money, the XLE is the Best Buy which gives you leather and sunroof. The Limited is the one I usually buy because of a few extra features but it may not be worth the $4000 more price tag to some. If you don’t need leather or sunroof, buy the LE

@lindacottrell8738 3 жыл бұрын

You are so funny, but I like that you play around in your reviews.You are so helpful in letting us know all about all the goodies. Great job!

@ToyotaWorld 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Jeff cool review! I just did a similar review on exactly XLE trim highlander!! Interesting how we both know our Toyota’s very well (thumbs up)

@Toyotajeff 3 жыл бұрын

Hey buddy you’re doing a great job!

@rhettsmedia 3 жыл бұрын

The most accurate video I’ve seen yet I love the car I will be buying one in the next month or two thank you so much for your detailed presentation

@liliacollazo7394 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the details while having fun! Love it!

@sainanduyarava6561 3 жыл бұрын

My 2021 highlander XLE in black mettalic got delivered today, man i should say its a beast.....🚘❤️

@nikolestewart4669 3 жыл бұрын

This is exactly what I bought! Thank you for helping me make my decision! Your videos are great!

@shaikhzees 2 жыл бұрын

How's it gong so far, and what made you not to go for the Limited trim?

@reggierevello21 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jeff! Great video! thanks for all your tips and tricks on this video. Very complete review! Kudos!

@ikemchude 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought the suv & it’s lovely. Thanks for doing a great Job. Keep it up

@magellanmax 2 жыл бұрын

My favorite Toyota reviewer! Nice review and please tells us more about the optional side molding which I'm yet to see on a single Highlander.

@00Accord4cyl 3 жыл бұрын

Subscribed!! Wife and I have been watching all your videos about Highlanders as we are shopping for Hybrid model

@Ron90ald 2 жыл бұрын

I watched your previous video on the 2020 and I’m so excited you made a 2021 I just purchased this suv

@oldschoolnow2493 3 жыл бұрын

I bought the platinum Highlander 2021 in the red and love it. I watched your videos which is so informative so I bought one...thank you

@shaikhzees 2 жыл бұрын

What made you chose the Platinum over the Limited trim?

@dustintolliver5370 2 жыл бұрын

I just bought a 2021 highlander actually and I love it, Thank you for giving us the ins and outs of what it is and how it works. Thank you. RET.SRA USAF

@verdaguerjaypee Жыл бұрын

I like your energy and your sense of humor!Great review.

@Toyotajeff Жыл бұрын

Thanks!!!

@suzannek3406 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought mine tonight! I got the Ruby Flare Pearl color and it is gorgeous.

@MichaelSmith-uj9np 3 жыл бұрын

I like your attitude!

@midoriyaizuku4403 3 жыл бұрын

“It drives like a dream” Scotty Kilmer approves! So do I. Great review Jeff 👍

@Toyotajeff 3 жыл бұрын

Rev up your HIGHLANDER!!

@guiltrad 3 жыл бұрын

great video!

@carleneelliott7572 2 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to driving mine👏🏼

@flushtheglobalists7962 2 жыл бұрын

Test drive one yesterday (2022 AWD actually)and I must say I'm sold on this XLE platform and will hopefully snag one before the year is over!

@michelevolz7769 3 жыл бұрын

New subbie and hopefully a new highlander owner in about 10 days..always driven Mercedes, but my garage person is retiring after 30 years. Actually purchasing because of your channel.

@Envision112 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. thanks

@lakeishabombay9187 2 жыл бұрын

thanks jeff for the review. i just bought 2021 xle FWD. so excited i cant wait to drive to canada. i dont really know why am going there but just for the fun of driving the highlander

@sixty9harleyPittsburghPAP 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a Ruby Pearl XLE 3 weeks ago. We love it! We are taking our first road trip tomorrow and will get to use all the Safety Sense features like the radar assisted cruise control, Lane departure, blind side alert and so on.

@lovepeace1552 3 жыл бұрын

How was it on the road trip?

@sixty9harleyPittsburghPAP 3 жыл бұрын

@@lovepeace1552 Perfect! Great ride, comfortable seats. 26mpg. Not easy on gas as a 4 cylinder but plenty of power in the V6. It's a much larger car than what I thought it would be. Sooo much room! The driver assist features are pretty awesome.

@onetoomany1326 3 жыл бұрын

Can’t wait for mine to come in

@spartacusgladiator 2 жыл бұрын

I like your reviews the best. Hoping you can do a 2022 hybrid highlander limited.

@olegig5166 2 жыл бұрын

I was hoping for more in-depth description of air conditioner controls. But must say the 21 Highlander is the best driving and most comfortable car I've ever owned.

@immaculatekuohtang2396 3 жыл бұрын

You're are doing an excellent job. Your detailed explanations have made me to fall in love with this particular model. Thumbs up

@biplobahmed 3 жыл бұрын

Great job 👍👍👍👍

@whozyourdaddy 3 жыл бұрын

Just bought a 2018 limited. Even though I live on the other side of the country, it was Jeff's awesome reviews that helped guide my decision. Thanks, Jeff! I am definitely a subscriber. Good luck hitting that 100k!

@Toyotajeff 3 жыл бұрын

Woohoo thanks!! Congrats on your new car too

@RU845_B 3 жыл бұрын

I love toyota! Thx 4 u Review , Vato Loco!!!

@ThojHmoob97 Жыл бұрын

The “props” bit and the laugh after it made me subscribe @5:59

@c.cherry7211 3 жыл бұрын

I bought my 2021 Highlander XLE last week and I love it! The comfort, reliability, and features are great. The remote start makes it even better!

@Bart-dg6qv 2 жыл бұрын

Is the remote start standard with XLE in US?

@shaikhzees 2 жыл бұрын

How's it gong so far, and what made you not to go for the Limited trim? Also it has Captain seats and Soft Tex fabric?

@c.cherry7211 2 жыл бұрын

@@Bart-dg6qv remote start from the key fob is standard on the XLE. You can remote start from the Toyota app as well, but we have to pay for that after the trial ends.

@c.cherry7211 2 жыл бұрын

@@shaikhzees the XLE has all of the features I wanted. I have captains seats on the second row and Soft Tex.

@shaikhzees 2 жыл бұрын

@@c.cherry7211 Appreciate the swift reply. And how do you open the tailgate? With a button on the hatch, from your fob or my showing your feet under the back hatch?

@abbystephens9766 3 жыл бұрын

He is so funny his references make his presentation more engaging

@DonCarlo8124 2 жыл бұрын

Just subscribed 🔥❤️

@Lexusgx550 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jeff

@danielsung1380 3 жыл бұрын

This generation of Highlander has the best looking

@enduser1980 2 жыл бұрын

No other car reviewer on KZfaq is going to recite The Power, verbatim, in their review. I applaud you

@reggierashad5088 9 ай бұрын

My fav moment of this review!

@DronemanJoeRc 2 жыл бұрын

I just drove one off the lot and its awesome. I had to give it some gas and it took off when I had to get onto off a off ramp

@sergeyalexseev8134 3 жыл бұрын

Jeff, can you make a short video about Toyota Dash Cam? How does it work with app ? Just, video for dummies.

@clownworld1472 2 жыл бұрын

Dude, you remind me of Robin Williams..

@ArmyDAV 2 жыл бұрын

suggestions: use a Bluetooth Earpiece for wireless Mic input for your recording. prevents audio drop outs

@thebarnards4374 4 ай бұрын

Not me subscribing because of the Billy Madison impression. 😂 too funny!

@8KilgoreTrout4 3 жыл бұрын

Dad humor level 99

@joselitodayrit 4 ай бұрын

subscribed.

@515ventures3 2 жыл бұрын

This guy is hilarious!

@Peace1dy 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve seen some XLE models with the ventilated seats. I’ve seen some without. Really sucks trying to find one with every feature you want. I guess that’s why they have the limited model😂

@gelilimotaa 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, How is the back up camera quality in your opinion? Compared to other suv's in similar trim? Recently test drove one and felt that the bac up quality was subpar for this type of vehicle.. Seemed grainy and fuzzy to me

@lizliz2012 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you I wanted to see what the second bench seat looked like and how it works. Is the other seat of the second row able to slide forward and back?

@reggierevello21 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jeff, I have an 2021 Toyota Highlander XLE. Could you please tell me where I can find the speakers specs for this trim? Thanks Jeff, as always, great videos!!!

@marthapetros1438 2 жыл бұрын

Hi please help me out my screen keeps showing this (download error some entune app suite functions may not work as expected please reinitiate the download process) how do I get back to normal

@MrYorynot 3 жыл бұрын

Can you explain the the difference between AWD & FWD?

@traveler7353 7 ай бұрын

Im in the market now. Looking at a few XLE's and Hybird here in Ohio. I Have $12,000 down, hopefully that will be enough

@SaskSneeze 3 жыл бұрын

When the lift gate is fully open, what is the distance from the ground to the top of the lift gate?

@sivakoona9000 3 жыл бұрын

its funny how honda video bmbs at 7:06 that i am here too

@kathyfrutos2428 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Jeff hope you answer I just got a 2021 xle hybrid highlander how is it driving on the mountains and snow Cuz it has a button for trial But my husband and I love the mountains?

@rightlanehog3151 3 жыл бұрын

Jeff, Trust me, I'm a subscriber.

@Toyotajeff 3 жыл бұрын

You were the one I was worried about Hog!!

@rightlanehog3151 3 жыл бұрын

@@Toyotajeff You should be worried. ;-)

@Supra2winTurbo98 3 жыл бұрын

Does the 3rd row of the highlander have latches for carseats?

@Jaypatel-rc8js 2 жыл бұрын

Does all highlander has parking sensors..??

@lechonsantos9803 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jeff, what's the sound system in the LE and XLE? Thanks.

@kathysmith4026 3 жыл бұрын

What does the snow button do?

@stevescramo592 2 жыл бұрын

does the digital rear view camera mirror come on xle trim or have to go up to Limited and beyond?

@JZ-ly6eb 2 жыл бұрын

Is the moonroof standard on all 2021?

@kathysmith4026 3 жыл бұрын

Just wish they had kept the opening rear window.

@djkenny1202 2 жыл бұрын

I suggest Toyota brings the trim options down to 3. Maybe a special edition, as well. Its just too much. Offering options instead of big trim changes and more standard on trims. L should have heated seats. LE most of the stuff on XKE, etc.

@abbystephens9766 3 жыл бұрын

Family vehicle ?! This would be all to myself

@JonathanDuryea 3 жыл бұрын

Do I still have to connect my phone to a USB cable in order for Android Auto to work?

@VincentGomez2255 3 жыл бұрын

Yes

@MrJjking10 2 жыл бұрын

Toyota make the armrest adjustable both length and height wise

@tommeggison1466 3 жыл бұрын

Anybody notice the wind noise and whistle issue ?

@MatheenaSyed 2 жыл бұрын

'be vewy vewy qhkwiett' i'm buying this hylander!!!

@Toyotajeff 2 жыл бұрын

Love it!!

@debstickel7744 2 жыл бұрын

Bring back the granny tanny paint

@ty90k80 3 жыл бұрын

I really wanted to buy this Highlander but the front Grill is made me change my mind

@euci3207 3 жыл бұрын

Xse model then

@bloodlust6507 3 жыл бұрын

can someone please tell me how the hybrid highlander does in snow? thank you in advance?

@ichigouzumaki324 3 жыл бұрын

I currently have the 2018 Highlander XLE Hybrid and it runs just fine on the snow. We had a big snow storm this past winter in NY and it ran great on the snow. The highway and street were cover with snow as more snow was coming down. There was a minivan swerving all over the 3 lane highway ahead of me. I drove by a stuck pick up truck stranded almost at the top of a hill the same evening of the snow storm. I'm currently waiting on the delivery of a 2021 Highlander Platinum Hybrid. Like Jeff mention on another video, I had to order mine because the dealer didn't have one on the lot the way I want it.

@bloodlust6507 3 жыл бұрын

@@ichigouzumaki324 thank you for your response that was helpful.

@user-tb7rn1il3q 3 жыл бұрын

@@ichigouzumaki324 Pickups are not the greatest vehicles in bad weather. The back end is very light.

@onterrioredmon5711 3 жыл бұрын

I like the xse trim that’s the one I’d get

@heaty9161 3 жыл бұрын

Why dont u talk about the prices

@eddy-readysteady-go9001 2 жыл бұрын

No trailer hitch? Smh

@josecabrera8797 3 жыл бұрын

Si nince

@iwoww562a9 2 жыл бұрын

I do not like this color never have 🤮 my 2 favorite are jade metallic or moon dust. My moon dust actually holds up good with dirt and dust it always looks clean.

@torquer9669 3 жыл бұрын

Jeff, ya need to mic yourself!

@larryellison185 3 жыл бұрын

Jeff, thanks for going over all the features, I just picked up a AWD XLE. I am just getting to learn what the Highlander is all about. So far I am pleased with it, the only drawback I have found so far is that there is no arm rest for my left are and same for the front seat passengers right arm. I think if Toyota could either put a movable arm rest on the seat or enlarge part of the door to be able to rest the arm. I find myself trying to hold my arm up while I’m driving. Love to hear your thoughts or recommendations. BTW, you got video bombed by a Honda Pilot while you were videoing! Thanks

@nickzourikian4555 3 жыл бұрын

No L arm rest??? Wtf?

@juniorwhite1671 3 жыл бұрын

Why Toyota is not going to fully electric now

@Toyotajeff 3 жыл бұрын

They will be 70% hybrid and electric by 2030

@torquer9669 3 жыл бұрын

Because they need to sell lots of them. Americans are not ready for electric yet, and many don’t want them.

@kathysmith4026 3 жыл бұрын

Don’t want hybrid or electric.

@stephenfiore9960 Жыл бұрын

13:00…..

@syedmumtaz6726 3 жыл бұрын

I AM GOING TO BUY THIS FOR UBER

@djkenny1202 2 жыл бұрын

You’ll spend that much $ to “Uber”?!?? Buy a $6000 9 year old XB. Roomy and Bullet Proof.

@j.a.b.r1063 3 жыл бұрын

#those

@JMJWill 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely zero RAV4 Hybrid inventory in NC.

@Toyotajeff 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a totally true statement

@JMJWill 3 жыл бұрын

@@Toyotajeff is there an end or beginning in the pipeline?

@mendaya1 3 жыл бұрын

No highlander hybrid in San Diego. I found some in Los Angeles... but it's MSRP+$15,000 , It's Crazy!

@user-tb7rn1il3q 3 жыл бұрын

@@JMJWill Toyota production has not been affected that much by the shortages. The issue is demand. Everyone wants a Toyota since they are the best cars and people are flush with stimulus. I’d wait a year for things to settle down.

@michelevolz7769 3 жыл бұрын

Lots in GA

@dianemorfe1728 2 жыл бұрын

Funny !

@alijoon1621 3 жыл бұрын

Folks, this is the smallest SUV in it's class. If you want usable 3rd row look at Honda Pilot, Kia Telluride or Hyundai Palisade. Highlander smaller in every dimension.

@angelmichael8907 Жыл бұрын

i just dont like the xle rims..

@nelsonbett9677 3 жыл бұрын

I have a question. Why does the Highlander 2021 have a steering wheel on the right ?I mean every manufacturer knows that every type of car has to have a steering wheel on both sides either left or right. Why does this model have a steering on the left only. If you look at reviews about this amazing car there are no steering wheel on the right.Please if you have any relationship with Toyota company try make them see this. It's really disappointing.

@dr.tobiasgoodfellow5174 3 жыл бұрын

Dude, you do you need to lay off the crack. It has seriously affected your mind.

@lewinm00 11 ай бұрын

Couldn't make it through all the stooge joke efforts.

@Toyotajeff 11 ай бұрын

Well thanks for trying. I hope you enjoy your week! - Jeff

@kimnewcom 3 жыл бұрын

Nah... looks too much like a wagon/mini van. Doesn't look like suv

@nickzourikian4555 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Jeff. I understand youre trying to carve a niche for yourself on YT. However, your delivery using B class or C class schtick comedy jokes from the 60's and 70's tv shows is somewhat lame imho - for a 2021 audience.

@Ron90ald 2 жыл бұрын

I put you on my Facebook