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This week, we discuss the new Toyota Highlander. Our experts share their first impressions of the three-row SUV and talk about how the Highlander sticks to what it does best, despite its 2023 refresh. We also answer audience questions about top tier gasoline and why the Genesis GV70 SUV comes with a launch control feature.
SHOW NOTES:
0:00 - Intro
0:21 - 2023 Toyota Highlander
2:12 - Highlander trims
4:34 - Our first impressions
8:28 - Powertrain
10:19 - Interior/seats
12:18 - Infotainment system
13:27 - Cargo capacity
15:03 - Would you buy a Highlander?
16:48 - Question #1: What’s top tier gas and is it important?
20:50 - Question #2: What’s launch control and is it necessary?
LINKS:
2023 Toyota Highlander: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/toyota/highlander/2023/overview/
Top Tier Gasoline Worth the Extra Price; Study Shows: https://www.consumerreports.org/fuel-economy-efficiency/top-tier-gasoline-worth-the-extra-price-a7682471234/
Top Tier Detergent Gasoline Brands: https://toptiergas.com/licensed-brands/
Why You Might Not actually Need Premium Gas: https://www.consumerreports.org/fuel-economy-efficiency/why-you-might-not-actually-need-premium-gas-a6382185831/
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