White 2023 Toyota Highlander XLE SUV on a City Street during the early evening.

New 2023 Toyota Highlander in Philadelphia

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Sloane Toyota of Philadelphia Reviews the 2023 Toyota Highlander

When it comes to space for your entire crew, the new Toyota Highlander is a favorite three-row, eight-passenger, SUV among our Philadelphia area drivers. Not only does this midsize SUV come with plenty of room to spread out, but it also offers the power you need, the technological advancements to make your drive better, and a long list of safety features and programs to assist with your daily commute. It's also one of the only three-row SUVs to have a hybrid option available, and includes a plethora of creature comforts to relax you along the way. We encourage every Center City, Trevose, or beyond driver to take a closer look at the new Toyota Highlander today!

What's Been Updated?

A shift in standard gas engines is this year's largest new Highlander update. The 3.5-liter V6 engine is out. A 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder one is in. The new engine delivers 265-horsepower and 309 lb-ft of torque. The change is designed for smoother handling, especially when passenger and cargo capacities are utilized. Fuel efficiency remains the same as the V6 for this higher-torque engine with an estimated 24 MPG combined.

2023 Highlander Limited and Platinum trim levels receive new 12.3-inch infotainment displays and 12.3-inch digital gauge clusters. As a result, users can now access multimedia across the entire screens in glare-reducing environments. Those high-end trims also gain power-folding exterior mirrors. The XLE and XSE add a hands-free power-operated rear liftgate.

Additionally, the new Highlander's wireless charging capabilities improved with a location switch. The Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charger, previously in the center console box, is now on the instrument panel shelf.

Toyota Highlander's optional fold-down third row.

Trim Levels Abound

Between hybrid and 100% gas-powered variants, the new 2023 Toyota Highlander comes in an amazing 11 trim levels:

  • Highlander L
  • Highlander LE and Hybrid LE
  • Highlander XLE and Hybrid XLE
  • Highlander XSE
  • Highlander Bronze Edition
  • Highlander Limited and Hybrid Limited
  • Highlander Platinum and Hybrid Platinum

Below are comparison highlights of a few Highlander models commonly found for sale at our Northeast Philadelphia Toyota dealership.


Trim Level LE Hybrid XLE
Engine 2.4-Liter 4-cylinder Turbo 8AT (AWD) 2.5-Liter L4HV ECVT (AWD-e)
MPG Estimates* 21/28/24 35/35/35
Front-Wheel Drive Not Available Not Available
All-Wheel Drive Standard Not Available
Cargo Volume** 84.3/48.4/16.0 84.3/48.4/16.0
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs. 3,500 lbs.
2nd Row Captain's Chairs Not Available Standard
11-speaker JBLĀ® Premium Audio Not Available Not Available

*city/highway/combined. **behind front/second-row/third-row seats.


New Toyota Highlander XSE Infotainment Interface and front seats.

Interior Space and Comfort

With three-rows, and seating for either seven or eight passengers, the Highlander is Toyota's largest SUV. It's filled with the creature comforts you deserve. Leather-trimmed front- and second-row seats, and heated and ventilated front seats, are available. A breathtaking panoramic moonroof can add more fresh air and light, along with ambient interior lighting.

Technology and Safety Features

Toyota Safety Senseā„¢ 2.5+ is standard on all new Toyota Highlander trims. These devices, cameras, and programs are designed to make your drive throughout Bensalem and beyond as safe and convenient as possible. They may include items like:

  • Apple CarPlayĀ® and Android Autoā„¢ Integration
  • Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Backup camera with dynamic gridlines
  • Pre-Collision System with Low-Light Pedestrian Detection
  • Automatic High Beams
  • Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking
  • And Much More!

Buy Online, or Test Drive the New Highlander

Use our "Sloane at Home" feature to build your deal and buy online. This fast and secure tool streamlines the purchase process by enabling you to obtain accurate finance and payment information without having to step inside the dealership.

However, if you would like to learn more about buying or leasing the a 2023 Highlander, we invite you to visit us in North Philadelphia, PA. Our team would be proud to help you schedule a test drive with your preferred automotive option. You can also schedule a test drive below. We will get back to you shortly, and look forward to serving you. We know you'll going to love the Toyota Highlander.

We proudly serve drivers throughout the Delaware Valley, including Bensalem and nearby South Jersey locales like Pennsauken.


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** Price(s) include(s) all costs to be paid by a consumer including $399 documentation fee, except for licensing costs, registration fees, and taxes.