I love my 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Platinum Wind Chill Pearl! No vehicle is perfect, I am after the reliability, space, safety and driving comfort! Stay safe.
We bought a GH Platinum Hybrid Max in Sepember of 2023. It now has 7650 miles on it. Over the weekend I drove from South Lake Tahoe, CA to Albany, Oregon and back for a total 1135 miles - I set the odometer at 0 at the start of the trip and didnt clear the mpg between refueling. That trip went over several mountain passes, through rain and sleet, driving around town a bit. My speed was set at 67 miles an hour on the freeway. When I arrived back in SLT the mpg showed an overall average of 27.6 mpg. OUTSTANDING ! Full-time AWD, 400lb of torque...oh what fun it is !!!!!! And...everyone stop worrying about that one cannot put more than 13-14 gallons when empty in the tank. Toyota purposefully left a greater margin of fuel in the tank so not to damage the Turbo. I still get 375 miles per tank (13-14 gallons) = 27.5 mpg
Thanks for the details mpg over vast terrain. I'd like to know how the ac climate control is holding up while the engine is off, doe sit really keep it cool while the engine is off?
@@krisshiffer6263 Ive never tried that particular scenario, but I often have to wait for my wife. Ill keep the engine on, however, the actual gas engine comes on sparingly during idling as the engine first takes the power from the hybrid, AC works great. the other day I was waiting in 95 degrees for a full hour for my wife to finish her eye appointment. It used up 0.1 gallons of gas with the AC on.
Was about to lease one and then read from others that the real world highway range is pathetic, barely over 320 miles with A/C and some cargo. Not a good road trip vehicle.
You can't expect a nearly 5000 lb vehicle to perform like a sports car. Toyota has too much equity in their base clientele and it would be too risky/foolish for them to design a "stand out in the crowd" vehicle in such a competitive segment. They cater to their Toyota clientele and do it well.
This is very bad... i mean #1 you literally change the tires and bam problem solved. Just sell them new and get other tires.. #2 i love being able to drive with one fricken finger. #3 stop bi%#ing its a family suv with fantastic mpg and space. ... Lol this car is amazing if your not insecure about what losers think of your finances
I love the grand highlander limited. This car is fabulous too pricey but you pay for what you get, reliable strong and fuel efficiency for a big car like this, this is impressive.
Dad got rid of it because the fender flare sticks out too much and got scared of the smaller parking spaces that are everywhere now. Went with the highlander hybrid and seems happy now.
Hi all, I got my 2024 GH Limited AWD last week. This vehicle has microphone in driver side as well as passengers side. But while on a call the other end caller cannot hear the voice of passenger. Tried calling different people and same issue. Dealer have no idea. Any of GH owners has this issue ?
The hybrid version of this car is awesome. It has the cargo capacity of a sienna combined with the aggressive looks of a rugged SUV combined with 36MPG. It's a no brainer and I put my deposit down on the first one I could find.
The hybrid platinum/max has a larger engine and turbocharged whereas the xle and limited hybrid does not. However the xle and limited hybrid variants still get 5 mpg better than the hybrid max/platinum so you’ll get closer to 30 mpg at 70 mph.
Despite any shortcomings covered in this video, I believe the Grand Highlander will be selling very well. The XLE Hybrid is supposed to get about 12 MPG better fuel economy than my 2015 Forester. So the XLE Hybrid is a win for me in both MPG and getting a third row to boot.
The hybrid highway mileage is roughly the same as the gas engines. City about 20% better. We average 28 on the highway and 24 city in the gasser. Have done as high as 30.9 highway at 50 to 55 mph for 100 mile trips on secondary roads.
You have to learn to find the sweet spot when cruising on the highway. I use to average 36 - 37 mpg in my old Hybrid Highlander before I switched to an XSE
Has anyone had this problem with a 2024 GH with under 2000 miles on it? Passenger side headlight stopped working. We were going on a trip the next day so I tried changing the bulb myself as I've done with every car I've owned for the last 40 years. I couldn't twist the bulb out but my pliers left a few marks on the plastic. Finally, I read the owner's manual only to find that it says "see dealer". Are you kidding? Headlights have to be changed at the dealership?!! And by the way, the plastic marks from my pliers void the warranty and the dealer wants $1300 to change the whole light assembly because the headlight assembly part itself is over $1000. Yes, you read that right. A total of $1300 for a friggin' headlight. I should have gotten a used vehicle so I could do simple repairs myself. If this is Toyota's new business model to make outrageous profit on repairs then this may be my last Toyota!
Same happened to me with a Tahoe they make you buy everything new. When it happens to my grand Highlander I’ll be pissed. My 2015 Silverado I recently just replaced the bulb for $8
00:00 Introduction 00:28 Problem #1: Middling Tire Grip 01:03 Problem #2: Uncommunicative Steering 01:22 Problem #3: Anonymous Styling 01:45 Problem #4: Performance Variability 02:09 Pros and Features 03:25 Final Thoughts
Everything she said is the opposite. I've been ask by lots of people about my Grand Highlander and even taking a picture of it. I have driven this baby in long drives and handling is amazing, not to mention getting 24-27 miles/gallon. Great car and performs way better than other SUV's i've own before.
So, the bad parts are the tires (that will need to be changed) army very good just like every new car, the steering wheel of this SUV doesn’t feel like a race car, it’s not super flashy, and the fuel mileage is over reported just like every other car on earth. What a stupid video
I had a 23 xle highlander which didn't like, I'm 5'9" and always hit my head when try to get out or lean forward for whatever reason. The driver door left armrest is so far away from the body that it's really awkward to rest your arm there. Also the sound the door makes and rattle it was just unbearable. Just checked out the grand highlander today, and all those issues have been fixed, not the highlander though, the highlander is still the same. Love the grand highlander. I like the way the doors open and close, left armrest is wider which gives you absolute comfort driving it. And it's slightly bigger inside. Everything just looks so much better than the highlander. I was looking at the traverse, but if you get the hybrid with the grand highlander, that's where I see the toyota being on top of chevy.
should be called Grand RAV5..you pay $10K more for just 7 inches extra space compared from a 2023 LE model...same engine, it should have bigger engine, underpowered turbo choked engine
That’s what the hybrid max is for. 0-60 in 6.3 seconds is not quick enough? With 400 lb-ft at 2000 rpm, are you kidding me? What the hell are you smoking dude?
You get a third row. So if you happened to be driving the XLE hybrid for transporting people, you'll be able to transport more people than a 2-row RAV4 and still get good MPG.
This is just stupid. It’s a great car.
I love my 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Platinum Wind Chill Pearl! No vehicle is perfect, I am after the reliability, space, safety and driving comfort! Stay safe.
Same here i got a platinum silver and its the best purchase we made. Its perfect no complaints
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Any complaints about the hood rattle issue I’ve read others experience?
We bought a GH Platinum Hybrid Max in Sepember of 2023. It now has 7650 miles on it. Over the weekend I drove from South Lake Tahoe, CA to Albany, Oregon and back for a total 1135 miles - I set the odometer at 0 at the start of the trip and didnt clear the mpg between refueling. That trip went over several mountain passes, through rain and sleet, driving around town a bit. My speed was set at 67 miles an hour on the freeway.
When I arrived back in SLT the mpg showed an overall average of 27.6 mpg. OUTSTANDING !
Full-time AWD, 400lb of torque...oh what fun it is !!!!!! And...everyone stop worrying about that one cannot put more than 13-14 gallons when empty in the tank. Toyota purposefully left a greater margin of fuel in the tank so not to damage the Turbo.
I still get 375 miles per tank (13-14 gallons) = 27.5 mpg
Thanks for the details mpg over vast terrain. I'd like to know how the ac climate control is holding up while the engine is off, doe sit really keep it cool while the engine is off?
@@krisshiffer6263 Ive never tried that particular scenario, but I often have to wait for my wife. Ill keep the engine on, however, the actual gas engine comes on sparingly during idling as the engine first takes the power from the hybrid, AC works great.
the other day I was waiting in 95 degrees for a full hour for my wife to finish her eye appointment. It used up 0.1 gallons of gas with the AC on.
Was about to lease one and then read from others that the real world highway range is pathetic, barely over 320 miles with A/C and some cargo. Not a good road trip vehicle.
The top thing I look for when buying a family SUV is tire grip. Pfffff.
Tire grip is indeed crucial for many! Thanks for pointing it out. Everyone has their top priorities when choosing a vehicle.
@csweet591 @motor_collectors You realize that you can put different tires on if you want, right? 😂
😂😂😂
@@motor_collectorsyou are idiots 😂
@@motor_collectors they can just buy new tires. Lol
You can't expect a nearly 5000 lb vehicle to perform like a sports car. Toyota has too much equity in their base clientele and it would be too risky/foolish for them to design a "stand out in the crowd" vehicle in such a competitive segment. They cater to their Toyota clientele and do it well.
Well said. The color makes a huge different tho
1. We usually replace the stock tires.
2. Electric steering is perfect.
3. We love the styling.
4. MPG is no issue. Its a big SUV.
I have the limited hybrid so far the wife is loving it.
I just got one of these in xle awd!! Everything i meeded
Meeded?
This is very bad... i mean #1 you literally change the tires and bam problem solved. Just sell them new and get other tires..
#2 i love being able to drive with one fricken finger.
#3 stop bi%#ing its a family suv with fantastic mpg and space. ...
Lol this car is amazing if your not insecure about what losers think of your finances
Just bought my 2024 Highlander Platinum, and this is just not good information. I love the vehicle and these are just stupid. I have great tire grip
I love the grand highlander limited. This car is fabulous too pricey but you pay for what you get, reliable strong and fuel efficiency for a big car like this, this is impressive.
Nonsense. Vehicle isn't perfect but does what it's supposed to do.
Appreciate your perspective! The video aimed to point out certain aspects, but we understand it might not resonate with everyone.
Thank you for showing the center in the 2nd row comes out. I was worried about that.
Dad got rid of it because the fender flare sticks out too much and got scared of the smaller parking spaces that are everywhere now. Went with the highlander hybrid and seems happy now.
mine is just a limited hybrid and I SUPER LOVE IT!
Hi all, I got my 2024 GH Limited AWD last week. This vehicle has microphone in driver side as well as passengers side. But while on a call the other end caller cannot hear the voice of passenger. Tried calling different people and same issue. Dealer have no idea. Any of GH owners has this issue ?
Yes, we just got ours this week and noticed the same.
The hybrid version of this car is awesome. It has the cargo capacity of a sienna combined with the aggressive looks of a rugged SUV combined with 36MPG. It's a no brainer and I put my deposit down on the first one I could find.
Best suv in market 2024
The hybrid platinum/max has a larger engine and turbocharged whereas the xle and limited hybrid does not. However the xle and limited hybrid variants still get 5 mpg better than the hybrid max/platinum so you’ll get closer to 30 mpg at 70 mph.
Despite any shortcomings covered in this video, I believe the Grand Highlander will be selling very well.
The XLE Hybrid is supposed to get about 12 MPG better fuel economy than my 2015 Forester. So the XLE Hybrid is a win for me in both MPG and getting a third row to boot.
You don’t know what you’re talking about
The Toyota Grand Highlander looks great, way better than the regular highlander or sequoia
Well if you're going the speed limit and not racing other people on the road then the tire grip is inconsequential
I waited 4 months to take delivery on my Grand Highlander. Bottom line. It is the best car I’ve ever owned. At 60Gs it’s a steel.
The hybrid highway mileage is roughly the same as the gas engines. City about 20% better. We average 28 on the highway and 24 city in the gasser. Have done as high as 30.9 highway at 50 to 55 mph for 100 mile trips on secondary roads.
You have to learn to find the sweet spot when cruising on the highway. I use to average 36 - 37 mpg in my old Hybrid Highlander before I switched to an XSE
Has anyone had this problem with a 2024 GH with under 2000 miles on it? Passenger side headlight stopped working. We were going on a trip the next day so I tried changing the bulb myself as I've done with every car I've owned for the last 40 years. I couldn't twist the bulb out but my pliers left a few marks on the plastic. Finally, I read the owner's manual only to find that it says "see dealer". Are you kidding? Headlights have to be changed at the dealership?!! And by the way, the plastic marks from my pliers void the warranty and the dealer wants $1300 to change the whole light assembly because the headlight assembly part itself is over $1000. Yes, you read that right. A total of $1300 for a friggin' headlight. I should have gotten a used vehicle so I could do simple repairs myself. If this is Toyota's new business model to make outrageous profit on repairs then this may be my last Toyota!
Same happened to me with a Tahoe they make you buy everything new. When it happens to my grand Highlander I’ll be pissed. My 2015 Silverado I recently just replaced the bulb for $8
from what i have read, not just toyota. almost all brands are doing this with the new vehicles.
00:00 Introduction
00:28 Problem #1: Middling Tire Grip
01:03 Problem #2: Uncommunicative Steering
01:22 Problem #3: Anonymous Styling
01:45 Problem #4: Performance Variability
02:09 Pros and Features
03:25 Final Thoughts
I miss station wagons.
24 mpg @ 75mph is not too impressive. 75 mph is interstate speeds. My 2003 Excursion 4x4 with 6.0 will get 18 running 75.
judge a car by the OE tires
you done bumped your head
Who are you to evaluate one of the Toyota wonderful cars!
Everything she said is the opposite. I've been ask by lots of people about my Grand Highlander and even taking a picture of it. I have driven this baby in long drives and handling is amazing, not to mention getting 24-27 miles/gallon. Great car and performs way better than other SUV's i've own before.
False information. I have had it for over a month; it’s great. Saved me tons of money on the gas. I had a tank full and lasted me almost a month
wtf is this video they are pointing out the most random things like people are cross shopping this thing with a Supra 😂
😂😂😂😂 Narrator no have idea about the cars. Loving more my Grand Highlander, Previous Highlander 2022 owner
What did you like about this video? Please feel free to give your feedback below. Thanks!
Problem number 6 still no one to buy hyundai
This video is all subjective opinion of the producer, BS! Great vehicle!
So, the bad parts are the tires (that will need to be changed) army very good just like every new car, the steering wheel of this SUV doesn’t feel like a race car, it’s not super flashy, and the fuel mileage is over reported just like every other car on earth. What a stupid video
I like all things about this grand highlander and now am confused with the 2024 traverse
The Traverse has huge blind spot behind the 2nd row seats. Also GM reliability and quality cannot compare to Toyota
I had a 23 xle highlander which didn't like, I'm 5'9" and always hit my head when try to get out or lean forward for whatever reason. The driver door left armrest is so far away from the body that it's really awkward to rest your arm there. Also the sound the door makes and rattle it was just unbearable.
Just checked out the grand highlander today, and all those issues have been fixed, not the highlander though, the highlander is still the same. Love the grand highlander. I like the way the doors open and close, left armrest is wider which gives you absolute comfort driving it. And it's slightly bigger inside. Everything just looks so much better than the highlander. I was looking at the traverse, but if you get the hybrid with the grand highlander, that's where I see the toyota being on top of chevy.
The Traverse has one THE worst reliability of all cars
You will sure Traverse to garage
I think she works for Ford 🤪🤪
I agree with uncommunicative steering and lack of the precise steering. It also looks like a bloated Toyota RAV4 that those grandmas drive around.
the largest segment of Rav4 drivers is between 30-40 years old.
Another Toyota haters...so sad.
should be called Grand RAV5..you pay $10K more for just 7 inches extra space compared from a 2023 LE model...same engine, it should have bigger engine, underpowered turbo choked engine
It starts with a xle trim
That’s what the hybrid max is for. 0-60 in 6.3 seconds is not quick enough? With 400 lb-ft at 2000 rpm, are you kidding me? What the hell are you smoking dude?
People keep raising their standards for the ideal power in vehicles... we have improved so much compared to a few decades ago...@@alexsmba
You get a third row. So if you happened to be driving the XLE hybrid for transporting people, you'll be able to transport more people than a 2-row RAV4 and still get good MPG.
Too much vocal fry.