PLANO, Texas, May 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The
fourth-generation Toyota Highlander's bold, distinctive design is
going to stand out even more for 2022 thanks to the new Bronze
Edition – exclusive to the Highlander Hybrid powertrain. Available
in both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD), the new
Highlander Hybrid Bronze Edition offers unique styling and premium
features to inspire a turned head by any curious onlooker. Once on
sale later this year, the 2022 Highlander Hybrid Bronze Edition
will be priced between the Hybrid XLE and Hybrid Limited.
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Designed with sophistication in mind, the new Highlander Hybrid
Bronze Edition, available in either Cement (exclusive to Bronze
Edition) or Wind Chill Pearl (new for 2022 Highlander) exterior
colors, includes bronze-colored accents on exterior and interior,
including 18-inch bronze wheels, bronze interior stitching,
illuminated bronze door sills, and mid-century modern-inspired
SofTex-trimmed seats with fabric insert and bronze stitching. Also
exclusive to the Highlander Hybrid Bronze Edition are unique floor
and cargo mats embroidered with a special bronze logo. Taking
inspiration from contemporary crafted interiors to create a premium
ambience, details include padded surfaces and a tailored look with
stitching that continues from the door trim to the instrument
panel. The dash integrates the multimedia and HVAC controls in an
elegant and functional way.
Building off of the popular Highlander Hybrid XLE grade, unique
standard features of the new Bronze Edition include:
- Hands-free power liftgate
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Digital rearview mirror
- 1500W power outlet
- Puddle lamps with Highlander logo
- In-dash ambient lighting
- Driver seat memory with 10-way power seat
- LED-strip Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
The Highlander Hybrid Bronze Edition is also a glimpse into new
offerings for 2022 Highlander, overall. This includes height/tilt
power passenger seat adjustments, which will also be standard on
2022 Highlander XLE and above.
Front-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive
The 2022 Highlander Bronze Edition gets a grip on the road with
a choice of FWD or a unique AWD system for Highlander Hybrid
grades.
For customers looking for that additional grip, the 2022
Highlander Bronze Edition's AWD system employs a separate
rear-mounted electric motor to power the rear wheels when needed.
Like the hybrid powertrain itself, the AWD is designed to work
seamlessly and transparently.
The rear electric motor operates independently with no
mechanical connection between the transmission and the rear wheels.
Preemptively distributing more driving force to the rear wheels,
such as when accelerating, helps suppress front wheel slip during
off-the-line starts. The system also helps enhance cornering
agility by reducing understeer. And, when venturing onto a trail,
the increased rear-wheel torque helps move the Highlander Hybrid
confidently over rough or slippery surfaces. AWD is a great
traction partner, but it's not needed all the time, such as during
steady highway cruising. In these situations, torque is not
distributed to the rear axle. As one might guess, that reduces the
energy needed to propel the vehicle and, therefore, helps reduce
fuel consumption. When the system detects that AWD is needed, it
instantly re-engages the rear axle without the driver even
noticing.
Hybrid Done Right
Using the popular Highlander Hybrid system, the 2022 Highlander
Hybrid Bronze Edition combines a high-efficiency 2.5-liter DOHC
four-cylinder engine with two electric motors. The gas engine
employs a Variable Valve Timing-intelligent system by Electric
motor (VVT-iE) on the intake camshaft, and VVT-i on the exhaust
camshaft. A variable cooling system (electric water pump, electric
thermostat) and a fully variable oil pump help to further enhance
engine efficiency.
The bottom line is an eye opener for the efficiency-minded: up
to a manufacturer-estimated 36 combined MPG rating. The Highlander
Hybrid Bronze Edition is available in either front-wheel drive
(FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD).
The battery pack is small enough to be installed under the rear
seats so it does not take up any cargo or passenger space. This
means Highlander Hybrid drivers get all the benefits of a hybrid
powertrain without sacrificing much-needed cargo room for everyday
activities.
Toyota Limited Warranty
Toyota's 36-month/36,000 mile basic new-vehicle warranty applies to
all components other than normal wear and maintenance items.
Additional 60-month warranties cover the powertrain for 60,000
miles and against perforation from corrosion for 60 months with no
mileage limitation. Hybrid-related components that require repairs
needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship are covered
for 8 years/100,000 miles, whichever comes first from original date
of first use when sold as new. The hybrid battery is covered for 10
years/150,000 miles, whichever comes first, and is transferrable
across ownership.
The 2022 Highlander Bronze Edition also comes with ToyotaCare,
which covers normal factory-scheduled maintenance, for two years or
25,000 miles, whichever comes first, and 2 years of Roadside
Assistance, regardless of mileage.
For additional upcoming Toyota product news, check out
the Toyota New Product Showcase page.
About Toyota
Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in
North America for more than 60
years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation
mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands plus our 1,800
dealerships.
Toyota has created a tremendous value chain and directly
employs more than 47,000 in North
America. The company has contributed world-class design,
engineering, and assembly of more than 40 million cars and trucks
at our 14 manufacturing plants, 15 including our joint venture in
Alabama that begins production in
2021.
Through its Start Your Impossible campaign, Toyota highlights
the way it partners with community, civic, academic and
governmental organizations to address our society's most pressing
mobility challenges. We believe that when people are free to move,
anything is possible. For more information about Toyota, visit
www.toyotanewsroom.com.
Media Contacts
Nicky Hamila
Toyota
469-292-3596
Nicky.hamila@toyota.com
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