2001 toyota Highlander

2001 Toyota Highlander: Toyota intends to piggyback on the success of the Lexus RX 300, a car-based sport utility vehicle, by supplying its own variation that is larger however more economical. The RX 300 is the best-selling model at Lexus, Toyota's high-end department.

With the addition of both the Highlander, which goes on sale early in 2001, as well as the full-size Sequoia, Toyota will have five SUVs in its schedule. Though it is larger than the truck-based 4Runner, the Highlander will slot listed below the 4Runner in price as well as above the RAV4-- a smaller car-based SUV. Toyota expects Highlander to interest vehicle proprietors who desire the appearance as well as convenience of an SUV while maintaining carlike ride and also handling.


2001 Toyota Highlander


Outside

Highlander is based upon the exact same design as the RX 300 but has a wheelbase of 107 inches and an overall length of 184-- 4 inches much longer in both dimensions. Both SUVs are built on a customized Toyota Camry platform.

The lone body design is a four-door wagon with a back liftgate. Noticeable fender folds as well as squared-off styling rather than inclined rear roof columns offer the Highlander a various appearance.

Interior

Sitting for 5 will certainly include 2 front pails and a split back bench that holds three and also folds for additional cargo area. As in the RX 300, the transmission lever places at a strange angle listed below the dashboard yet shows to be in a hassle-free place. Though the control layout is similar to that in the Lexus, the Highlander has various audio and climate controls.

Under the Hood

Like the RX 300, the Highlander will certainly be offered with front-wheel drive or permanent four-wheel drive. Unlike the RX 300, which comes just with a 3.0-liter V-6 engine, the Highlander also will certainly include a 2.4-liter four-cylinder. Both engines are utilized in the Toyota Camry car as well as team with a four-speed transmission. The V-6 creates 220 horsepower, as well as the four-cylinder makes 155 hp.