The new version of 2011 Toyota Highlander was the first mid sized Hybrid car sold in American market. It is good in fuel economy, can two near about 3, 500 pounds and seven seating arrangement for the passengers. The Hybrid car is redesigned which gives more refinement and is more spacious and offers same mileage from the previous model. The added space, advanced safety measures and large amount of storage area is been loved by the buyers. The car is been loved by both the small and larger families as it has good hauling capacity from inside, outside and under the hood. The gas electric highlander hybrid car offers 3.5 L with V 8 engine which was been replaced by 3.3 L with V 6 engine with the previous model. The dual Atkinson engine is good in fuel efficient which delivers 231 Hp which is now increased up to 22 hp in the new model of 2010. In the front and rear, there are two electric motors which join the power train by giving 280 hp. The third electric motor placed in the engine works on single engine starter. The new system name variable transmission is placed so that, with the help of various sources the power will be maximum in the Highlander. 
To enhance the power of the car, the Toyota Cars has designed two buttons on the panel namely "EV" and "Econ" which will be used while driving on different mode. The EV function button can be used separately with electric power, and at low speed which gives one miles of distance. Another Econ button will be used to generate the greater fuel economy, so that there will be more potential the engines efficiency. This function buttons should be used, when you are stuck in traffic for long period of time. When this function keys were tested in combination with new 6 engines, it delivers 25 and 27 mpg. The 2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid car is vehicle with four wheel drive, and is not at all suited for harsh climates and on roads. It is operated in front drive mode and acts as amazingly when compared with the other version of wheel drive of non- hybrid Highlander, which boost more power on the wheels. This car is good for going trip for the small family or for commuting, but it is not suitable for carrying heavy loads. 
The Highlander is totally different from the gasoline version; the hybrid version has unique bumper and grille design. The new fender attached to the car is good enough which surround the wheels of a vehicle to block splashing water or mud. The new added features like color keyed panels and vertically attached fog lamps which will indicate the temperature while driving. The ground clearance of the car is one inch; the models are well equipped with 17 inch alloy wheels and a power rear. The limited trim in the Highlander also offers 19 inch alloy wheels. The interior of the Highlander is absolutely refined, which gives smart looks and good comfortably cabin including all convenient features. The equipments used in the car are made of high quality features. The seats of the Highlander is re - designed and hence the third row is split 50 / 50 which makes the 4 passengers to seat comfortably. The second row seats are been split in to 40 / 20 / 40, and have an option to be folded when not in use. It has also got all the features which include all the entertainment systems like audio - video devices, Bluetooth devices, auxiliary jacks; I pod connectivity, USB ports and XM radio. The DVD entertainment, navigation and communication systems are been offered depending on the trim levels. The 2011 Toyota Highlander is beneficial for commercial purposes and, also used for personal transportation. Unlike, the other vehicles they can't be use for towing heavy loads.
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