The 2023 Toyota Highlander Is Getting a Massive Change

Toyota is taking a risk on one of its most successful models and putting a 265-hp turbocharged 2.4-liter engine in the 2023 Highlander.
Written by Allison Stone
Reviewed by Kathleen Flear
Toyota
is beginning to phase out its longstanding 3.5-liter V6 engine, and the 2023
Toyota Highlander
is one of the first models to make the change. The new engine is a turbocharged 2.4-liter inline-four that produces 265 horsepower and 309 lb.-ft of torque.
Its a drop of 30 hp from the previous V6 engine but makes up for it with an added 46 lb.-ft of toque. Toyota also assures that the same great fuel economy will remain with 24 mpg overall. 
The Lexus NX350 uses a version of this engine already, delivering 275 hp and 317 lb.-ft of torque. Other models, like the 2024 Toyota Tacoma, are also phasing out the V6 engine in favor of the 2.4-liter inline-four engine. 

What else is new on the 2023 Toyota Highlander?

Some fans of the Highlander might be turned off by the engine update, but many things that drivers loved about the previous models will remain the same. For example, the 2023 model still has a towing capacity of 5,000 lbs, and the hybrid powertrain remains unchanged. 
The 2.5-liter four-cylinder and two motor-generators on the hybrid powertrain make a total of 243 horsepower and gets 26 mpg overall. The towing capacity is slightly lower at 3,500 lbs. 
Buyers of the 2023 Highlander are in for some sleek updates as well including an optional 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster offered on Limited and Platinum trim levels as well as power-folding mirrors that come standing on all models. 
The wireless smartphone charger has also been moved to a more convenient spot, along with a few other interior trim changes to maximize style and comfort. 
There is not yet pricing info available for the 2023 Highlander, but the 2022 model has a price range of $37,070 for the base L model to $51,175 for the Platinum.
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