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Everything You Need to Know About the Upcoming 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser Heritage Edition

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The Land Cruiser has been a popular choice for over 60 years. Toyota is celebrating this vehicle’s long-standing reputation with the release of the 2020 Toyota Land Cruiser Heritage Edition. Check out a few features that you can expect from this highly-anticipated cruiser vehicle.
Exterior Design
Land Cruiser loyalists will enjoy the traditional cues of the Land Cruiser Heritage Edition. Drivers who are new to the Land Cruiser lineup will enjoy the modern accents. With 18-inch wheels, a distinctive front grille, and the recognizable Toyota Land Cruiser logo on the D-pillars, its design is as appealing as its performance. Toyota proudly displays its name on many of the exterior accents including the tire caps and front grille.
The blackened accents and fog lights with chrome surrounding help to give the 2020 Land Cruiser a unique appeal, setting it apart from other SUVs on the road. Even the exterior side mirrors are outlined in a chrome color. If you put the 2020 Land Cruiser Heritage Edition next to the traditional Land Cruiser, you will also notice the lack of running boards and side molding. This gives it a sleeker and more enigmatic look. The Heritage Edition will come in two color patterns which include the Midnight Black Metallic or the Blizzard Pearl.

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Comparison: 2019 Toyota Highlander vs. 2019 4Runner

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The 2019 Toyota Highlander and 4Runner are both great options for the more adventurous driver. Consider a few of the biggest differences between the two when determining which SUV is right for your driving needs. 
Exterior Design
The first difference that you are likely to notice between the 2019 Highlander and the 4Runner is the exterior design. The Highlander is slightly longer with projector beam LED headlamps and 18-inch standard wheels. The 2019 4Runner, built for off-roading, features a boxier stance with standard roof rails and an optional TRD logo. The 4Runner also comes with standard 17-inch wheels. Both have an optional power-tilted moonroof with power sunshade.
Performance
The 2019 Highlander is equipped standard with a 2.7-liter six-speed engine. Drivers can also upgrade to the available 3.5-liter V-6 eight-speed engine. The 2019 4Runner comes with one engine option which is a 4.0-liter V-6 engine with a dual independent variable valve timing system. The 2019 Highlander is rated as an ultra-low emission vehicle compared to the 4Runner which is a level two low-emission vehicle.
There are a few differences in capability that are also worth noting. The Highlander is only available in a front-wheel-drive powertrain while the 4Runner comes standard with a part-time four-wheel-drive system with active traction control and an optional upgrade to full-time four-wheel drive. The 4Runner also comes with additional off-roading features including higher ground clearance, hill start assist control, and a reinforced body-on-frame construction design.

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Does the 2019 Highlander Get Good Fuel Mileage?

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SUVs are notorious fuel guzzlers. These vehicles offer more space and power, but the higher capabilities come at a price-fuel economy. In its class, the 2019 Toyota Highlander offers exceptional fuel economy, making it a first choice for families looking for a big-sized vehicle that also comes with impressive safety features, a reliable engine, and impeccable interiors. 
Over the years, the Toyota Highlander has seen several redesigns and upgrades culminating in a more compact, capable, and roomy SUV with unbelievable fuel frugality. While the 2019 Highlander has shrunk outside, the interior space has increased and there is a third row of seats where the kids can strap in and enjoy the ride.
Excellent Fuel Economy
Regarding fuel economy, the 2019 Toyota Highlander, particularly the hybrid version, is a winner. Other models of the 2019 Highlander offer modest fuel economy, but considering that SUVs consume far more fuel than cars, the numbers are impressive.

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Hit the Road in the 2019 Toyota Highlander: 5 Adventure-Ready Features

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People who love road tripping have special needs when they buy a vehicle. Safety is obviously a priority for anyone, but things like convenience and utility are also important when traveling. This is why the new Toyota Highlander is such a popular choice for people who love exploring the world. These are some of the adventure-ready features you can look forward to in the 2019 Toyota Highlander. 

  1. Safety

The new Highlander comes standard with Toyota Safety Sense P. This suite includes the following advanced technologies:

  • Lane departure alert with steering assist.
  • Dynamic radar cruise control.
  • Pre-collision system with pedestrian detection.
  • Automatic high beams.
  1. Entertainment

If in-vehicle entertainment is vital, simply add the available rear-seat Blu-ray player when building your Highlander. This adds a 9-inch display screen with RCA jacks. A remote control and two wireless headphones are included as well. Also, every trim comes with a quality sound system and touch screen. The premium option, standard on the Limited, is an 8-inch display paired to upgraded JBL speakers.

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5 Best Toyota Models For Driving in the Snow

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When the winter gets rough, you need a reliable vehicle that will get you safely through difficult conditions. Without features like four-wheel drive and modern safety technologies, this season can be a dangerous time for drivers. If you’re in the new market and plan on doing lots of winter driving, consider these Toyota models that can handle snowy conditions.

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  1. Highlander Hybrid

The Highlander Hybrid makes the list for its performance-focused design and safety features. Each hybrid trim comes with an electric on-demand all-wheel drive system with intelligence technology. This is an ideal powertrain for dealing with slick roads and snowy conditions. Each trim also has electronic power steering and a power-assisted rack-and-pinion system. All-season tires are standard as well.
This vehicle also comes standard with the Toyota Safety Sense P package, so regardless of the trim you select, you’ll enjoy advanced safety features such as lane departure alert with steering assist, dynamic radar cruise control, a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, and automatic high beams.

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How to Clean Your Toyota like a Pro

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Girl with cleaning suppliesThere is nothing like getting into a clean car. While you can bring it to a professional and have them clean it for you, it is also something you can do yourself right at home. Whether it is getting the food and crumbs up out of the carpet, or cleaning off the hard surfaces and upholstery, there are some tricks for getting it clean. Here are some tips for cleaning your Toyota like a pro.

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Which RAV4 Trim is Perfect for You?

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toyota emblemThe Toyota RAV4 is a compact crossover SUV that offers a smooth ride and a good amount of cargo space for its class. For 2017, Toyota added several driver assist safety features and made them standard on all the trim levels. These include forward collision warning and mitigation, lane departure warning, and automatic high beams. There are five trim levels to choose from, so you can decide which RAV4 trim is perfect for you.

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What's Toyota Safety Sense?

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Toyota logoToyota is making a point to emphasize passenger safety, which is why nearly every Toyota vehicle comes with more than the six required air bags. Another aspect of Toyota’s dedication to safety is the Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) packages, which the company is adding as standard equipment to an increasing number of models. The key features of TSS packages include some relatively advanced driver assistance systems.

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