2018 Toyota Highlander Limited The Best SUV Ever? In Depth Review
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- Опубликовано: 7 апр 2018
- 2018 Toyota Highlander Limited The Best SUV Ever? In Depth Review of the New SUV!
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Let's take a look at at beautiful, fully loaded 2018 Toyota Highlander. We're going to go in depth on the review and look at EVERYTHING so, get ready! You might want to watch this Toyota review in segments.
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Time Stamps-
2:56 Smart Key Operation
10:12 Vortex Emulators
11:12 Exterior and Specs
21:45 Steering Wheel Controls
22:51 Turn Signals and Headlights
24:07 Wipers
26:03 Radar Cruise Control/Sway Warning
29:55 Navigation System And Setup Screen
39:15 Backup Camera
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I have the XLE 2018 and I love it. When I drive it I feel like I'm going in the clouds 😍
Toyota Highlander, "Perfect SUV".
Not Oversized or Undersized.
Very Reliable, Smooth, Solid and Efficient Vehicle.
Just bought One Last Month. Love it.
You sir, are underrated! Heck of a RUclipsr and one awesome, welcoming personality. One thing I would add is right around 4:10 you talk briefly about what to do when your key fob battery dies. Another cool thing to note (that I learned from a buddy) is you can use the physical key fob to press against the push start button in the vehicle and it will start the vehicle in the event it is unable to detect the key fob (when its battery is dead). Pretty neat!
This is the 6th highlander review i saw, and i must say this was by far the most detailed and insightful review ever... learn lots of things..
Just bought a 2018 Hilander, limited, AWD, tow hitch receiver, blizzard pearl with ash interior. I love it. Toyota put a few shots of Lexus in this car. Fit and finish is high end and luxurious. The ash gray (more like dove gray) is beautiful. The drive is smooth and powerful. Your review is so detailed. I watched it before I bought and now I’m reviewing again because you do a better job than the dealership at explaining the functions of this car. I learned so much! I’m going to watch your other HL videos too! Thanks for taking the time and being so thorough 😊
Excellent information on “all” the features of the Highlander; I just bought one this week and the dealer salesman gave a quick intro to some of the options however he did not fully cover them as well as you did. Your full description has been VERY helpful. If I hadn’t already bought the Highlander, after viewing your video I’d be at the dealership asap. Couldn’t be better! Thanks
Hey, Brock... so nice to see you here on RUclips again. This is a great review of a very nice Toyota Highlander. If I weren't already spoiled with the Lexus brand, this would definitely be on my radar to consider. Hope all is well with you.
I have been driving my 2015 Highlander for about a month. This video showed me several features that are on the car that are really nice, and that I would never have used; such as the free weather report. Thanks Car Guy, you and the Highlander are both awesome.
Hey Brock. It's so good to see you again. Hope your new job is going well and good job on another video.
I loved ur video, the best I seen on a Toyota. What I like about it was , u Veered it towards people that do not have one. That's so appreciated . 💖
Brock, a great detailed video, after watching I bought a new 2018 Highlander limited on the 4th of July. I wasn't sure if I wanted this model but you sold me. Sorry I didn't buy at your dealer but I live up here in Manassas VA.
Excellent Brock, as usual, a quality video
Brock after watching your video on that 2018 Highlander Limited we went out and purchased a 2018 year end sale got a great deal super nice your really helps figuring out all the options 👍
Brock, I’m a fan and have learned so much from you videos. Thank you. If the background music was softer, I would enjoy the videos even more.
Great video bud. I am recommending this to my friend.
Hello Brock, I just wanted to send you a quick message because I was looking into getting the Toyota Highlander for a while, with some doubts, and you just cleared every single one of them. Unfortunately, I do not live in NC or anywhere close to it, but you can tell Mid State Toyota that I would most definitely be one of their new customers if I lived there.
Again, thank you so so very much for the incredible review!!!
Superb Review! I always felt the highlander interior is quite bland... but after watching this video, I'm sold on it. You're a great guy Brock; please keep up the good job.
Great review. Keep them coming. Thank you for all details that even dealer seller wont bring up👍👍👍
I appreciate the positive feedback, my friend!
Hey, a video from Brock! Good to see you again, sir. Hope you're enjoying your new line of work.
Missed you’re vids man! I was so happy to see the notification bell go off earlier today, and wow those are a nice couple of people you met!
Woo Hoo!! I'm so glad to be back and having fun with my people! You guys make this so much fun!! And Miguel and Katherine are so nice. Have you checked out their YT channel? Cool stuff!
Love watching your videos
Awesome job in reviewing all the features of this vehicle. Ijust committed to get a 2018 model today - a Limited version. I can see returning to this video to get a refresher on all the various systems. Thanks for taking the time to put this together. I'm in Canada so that's why i'm not dealing with Mid State Toyota - but they sound like they're a class outfit.
That’s awesome! Thank you for the positive feedback and congratulations on your purchase! You’re going to love it! Glad I could help you!
Best most informative Highlander video
Love it! Bought one. Glad you made this video so I can refresh my memory on what all the buttons do.
Wonderful! You got an awesome SUV my friend! I’m glad I could help.
Welcome back, Brock! nice video. Is the Highlander due for a "refresh" for the 2020 model year?
Thanks for the review man. In Australia, it’s called a Toyota Kluger. I’m thinking about getting one for Christmas.
Thank you…this was an awesome video and made me pull the trigger on a ‘17 limited 👍
That is so cool! I really appreciate your feedback and I am so glad I could help you make an excellent decision. I appreciate you stopping by.
Glad to see you Brock. Miss ya!
Nice review and vehicle!
PSA - if you want to recline the 3rd row seats, you pull the same release 'up' and you can set the recline angle for the passengers in the 3rd row
another winner video! I like the drone footage. you need to get a drone for your vids!
Thanks so much for the kind words! I would LOVE to get a drone! Saving up for one now!
This is the Limited Platinum Edition... some of the options on this vehicle are not on just the limited, ie panoramic roof, black chrome wheel, led headlights etc..
Style, color, privacy glass, size, I'm in love and in 2021!!
Great Vids... and a Lovely Suv
Great video! Thank you
Hi Brook, I Recently Bought A 2018 Toyota Highlander Limited.
I Wanted To Thank You, For Your, Help-Full Guidence,Which Helped Me, To Get To Know My Car, And What It Can Do! You Are Great At What You Do! And So Informative! Thank You! Rick C.
You are most welcome! Thank you for the positive feedback my friend!
Recirculate does not give an extra fan speed, but stops outside air from entering the cabin. Useful if you are driving behind a smelly truck or if you want to cool the cabin fast. It's also useful to warm the cabin faster, but unless the air conditioner is on as well, the windows will mist up (the air conditioniner dehumidifies the air, even during heating)
Good, detailed video, thanks!
Nice review. Learned a bit about the dash info system. Only downside: No road test.
My husband just bought me a Highlander Limited and I love it. Great video for a new owner.
Great Highlander review. I wish Toyota would upgrade the infotainment system to include Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Other than that, it's hard to find fault with the Highlander as a family hauler. On a side note, you did an amazing 2016-2017 Volvo XC90 tutorial about a year and a half ago. I watched that video at least 20 times to figure out the features on the 2017 XC90 I bought last year. (Who has time to read owners manuals these days). Consider me a new subscriber.
WOW! I am so glad you liked this video and the Volvo vid too! I had so much fun making that vid! I am so very grateful for your continued feedback and support!
Brock
Great review
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Your review methods are in great detail. I am in the market for a new car, SUV size. I have been looking at other reviews but they don't seem to get very detailed like you do. Great job. Do you have a review on the 2018 MDX ? Just a thought, you might consider investing in a drone. That was a nice perspective to see the vehicle from. Do you work with that one dealership only?
Brock I believe snow mode starts in higher gear. Second to be exact so theres no wheel spin. If it was in lower gear that’s where the wheels would spin!!! Great video Highlander is more roomy then Rx350 too. Love this suv getting rid of Rav 4 for Highlander. Much more roomy smooth and better ride.
He's BACK!!! YES! Another wonderful vid - I like the length of this video because it's goes through everything about the Highlander. GREAT JOB!
Thank you so much! I was afraid that it was going to be too long!
Not long at all. I do love your vid. Thank you.
Awesome
I'm buying one today
I like the tan grain leather
Great job
This is the best car review video EVER!!!!!!!!!
Wow! Thank you so much!!!☺️
Toyota will last far longer than most auto manufacturers. They focus on quality and reliability. People call them boring and simple but that’s a good thing. It’s what makes Toyota’s bulletproof.
Good on Mid-State Toyota!!! 👍🏼👍🏼
Yes indeed. Mid State Toyota is an great dealership! Thanks for stopping by!
I am really liking this Highlander, it is perfect for me.
Toyota did a great job with the New Highlander 💯💯💯🤗
I totally agree! I know I go on and on in the vid about how nice it is but it really is that good!
Thanks for the great review! You're awesome man I love your attention to detail, just like some people who commented below I drive a Lexus and I guess like any car you have to drive or own a Lexus to really appreciate the brand, a review by anyone for any make or model is at the end of the day just an opinion but also a helpful tool if your looking to change your vehicle
My "opinion" is that the Highlander is better looking than the new RX from the point of view of the body styling, for me the RX while an awesome car is a bit too out there for my taste, that said I love the RX and that's what I drive but not the latest model though, I am thinking of changing my car and this Highlander looks very good its a shame that you didn't road test it for us, I might get a test drive of both the RX and the Highlander and see what happens, also I watched a review of the RX and it looks a bit cramped in the drivers position with the center console in the way! Might have been the camera angle??
here i am after 5 yrs of this video. Im planning to buy the same unit in this video. I love it already❤
when is the 2019 rav4 hybrid will be out for sale?
how would you compare the highlander to the rav4? i have a 2015 rav 4 and its great good on gas but... going on road trips I find it small.
love my highlander, having a hard time jumping to Lexus RX as the highlander is amazing, I have a 17
S Tea you’ll love the RX just as much.
S Tea I bet, but I’d still take the Lexus.
Highlander is nothing like RX. Highlander steering is too soft. RX ride is so amazing and quiet comparing to HL.
I purchased a 2004 Highlander in 2006.Current mileage at 318,000 and no major issues since that purchase. It is my best buy ever. I live in Miami and have traveled to San Francisco, upstate New York, New Hampshire with this vehicle.
I will stay in the Toyota line in my next buy.
So cool! I LOVE how you have gone all over the country in your Highlander! Let me know the next time you are passing through NC! I'd love to meet you and shoot a vid on your Road Warrior Highlander!!
I will let you know.
Love love my 2017 Highlander platinum Ltd especially the panoramic roof (Best Buy ever!) except mine is black leather interior and maroon exterior❤️
The vortex immolators creates a high pithed whistling at speeds over 45mph. Or on windy days. Wish there was a fix for this.
Do you know if the Highlander will make changes in the coming year like the Rav4 ? With the new interior and apple car play ?
Great review, I wish Toyota put some of these technologies into 4 Runner...
Since you are in North Carolina, and if there are any close, you should look in to finding a mountain road for handling testing and tie it in to the history of moonshine and car racing. Just an idea, nice work on the review!
"Auto-magically" lol, pure gold
Toyota isn't entirely staying out of just making huge gas guzzlers for the sake of making them. I bought a 2018 Sequoia and it sucks fuel like a Dyson vacuum. It run on all 8 cylinders ALL the time, has a tow rating of over 7,000 pounds, seats 8, and is great for carrying myself to work. It is so American... love it.
Tell Catherine and the other drone guy that I wish blessings to them for their kindness, now I got a better view of the car!
That's AWESOME! I'll tell them! Thank you so much for the kind words and feedback!
Welcome back Brock
Thank you! It's been too long!!!
Wow, you shud get a drone sir...good to see you again.
Thanks Henry! Good to see you too, my friend - thanks for stopping by!
I owned a 2016 Highlander for two years. I ❤️’ed mine. I just needed a smaller commuter car for work, otherwise I would have kept it for years!
Oh my goodness! I've had my Highlander for a year and didn't know almost any of this stuff.
Brock you look good from any angle!
Mike Morales
No homo?
Is this limited or limited platinum? My limited didn’t come with the panoramic sun/moon roof, just the front half 😕
At 13:21 that sunroof pop-up is not on my RX 350 2017 model. I think Highlander is getting better and better. :)
hey brock how do i start the 2017 rx wth my cel phone 📲
Brock do you know if this was developed using Toyota's new modular world platform?
Mike Morales no its not on the TNGA yet...2020 probably will be.
Great review. Have you ever drove a FWD Highlander in the rain or snow? I currently live in Colorado and have an AWD vehicle. Toyota is offering me a great deal on a 2018 Toyota Highlander LE, $29k out the door. However, I'm not sure a FWD will work in winter weather. Let me know your thoughts, please.
what u prefer between 2018 highlander vs Lexus rx 350 2016
I See you videos from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷
hi brick: is this car better to buy or to lease?
I have a 2018 Sequoia 4WD and my wife has the 2016 Highlander V6 XLE....and my son has a 06 Camry SE V6, we just love these things, so smooth. The only thing Toyota should improve is the dashboard console, its hard to reach the buttons and controls, and im tall at 6'1" and i have trouble reaching, Toyota should turn the console towards the driver, it would be so cool.
Dude! Your the man! ha Why is Toyota or Lexus not hiring you to make some great funny commercials for them? They clearly just don't know about you yet for some reason. Get there attention on your videos and say.................PAY MEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! ha Seriously, I wanna see you in some.............finally good Toyota and Lexus commercials!
Highlander or RX L? What would you recommend? Thanks.
so will u be doing reviews other than toyota/lexus now?
I have a 2018 Limited and it does not have rain sensing wipers. Can anyone tell me why?
I am not sure about Toyota, but with Ford, the "Auto" feature with the headlights/taillights is that it drains the "car batter in the engine".
Nice video, and the vehicle looks great! Not trading in my RX450 for this though, but nice all the same.
BUT - the 1990's called and asked for their keyfob back??? Only letdown, a minor one certainly. But still. That looks like my keyfob I got with the aftermarket alarm on my 1990 repmobile almost 30 years ago...
HAHA, Miguel and Katherine are legit!!!
Wonderful video!!
Thanks so much for posting it!!
A few things...
1) I have one of these vehicles. I learned a lot from your video. I just LOVE this vehicle. It has far exceeded my expectations. I very highly recommend it.
2) The vehicle that you reviewed is a Limited Platinum, not just a limited. Only the Limited Platinum edition has some of the features which you noted and liked.
3) You skipped over the engine auto start/stop feature. You didn't mention some other important features like the adaptive cruise control etc at all.
Still, I really enjoyed the video and very much appreciate your're posting it!
While I like the Toyota Tacoma but I think this will be much more practical for me.
Excellent review! Tells a lot of informations on the vehicle. This is the vehicle I bought and I have appreciated all explanations on the apps and features. This help me to have a better understanding of my vehicle . Thank you very much!
You are welcome! I am so glad this helped you and I hope you enjoy your Highlander for many years to come!
You've been missed, Brock! I hope you enjoyed my "engineer's" spreadsheet I sent.
25:00 That adjusts the intensity/speed of the wipers, not really the sensitivity.
You should get a highlander hybrid for your next purchase!
I think that's a great idea! It will be hard to convince my wife though 😃
I love that SUV 😘😘😘😘😘
Miss NC, great southern drawl!
Agree, these are just about perfect SUVs especially for families. There's a lot of Lexus creeping into these beauties. Hybrid version of the Highlander is near the top of my list.
I just bought a 2018 limited. I told my sales guy that they have put a few shots of Lexus in this model. The interior is very luxurious (I have the Ash interior, it's like a dove gray, with Blizzard Pearl exterior) Fit and finish are phenomenal. I find the ride quiet and very comfortable. It's a very functional and practical vehicle as well. I have a 17 yr old son, and plan to use this to tow our vintage camper to various parks!
I was about to put an offer in a highlander with wheels like these and it turns out that they are plastic covers over the wheels and with the lower trim models they have fully aluminum wheels! Kinda disappointing if you ask me
You have that very good look for the camera. You also have a great camera personality. Most people get kind of stiff and talk robotish. ha Your great on there. Your naturally very funny as well. When you get a contract settled to do their commercials..........have it written in your contract that I am your assistant! ha Then demand shoots to be done in ohhhh say......Key West, Bahamas, really all the islands first. ha You know....ummmm... for the great backgrounds. ha
Let us know next time you are in Asheboro -- we will stop by and chat!
I would love that! I hope y'all are doing well!!
the highlander is my dream car
DomiDude me too!
What is speed warning.???
wht ccamer au use
A 50k car with a $5 fob? Are you freaking kidding? Toyota, get your game together!!!! Unbelievable
I like the Highlander better then the Honda Pilot. It's like Toyota is more luxury and Honda is more utility.
Good point! I've always seen them both as great vehicles but the Toyota does seem to have more of a focus on luxury. Thanks for contributing to the conversation!
Exactly this. I am buying a 2018 XLE in a week or so and also looked at the Pilot. In addition to the Highlander not being over sized for the job, the interior is so much nicer! You have to enjoy what you drive!