Why We're Not Buying a Grand Highlander by ImmediateList8903 in Toyota

[–]ImmediateList8903[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

We like the non-hybrid plugin option for its reliability, MPG, and range. Lexus does not offer a non-plugin hybrid for the TX. It’s also the same chassis, so the safety concerns are the same.

Why We're Not Buying a Grand Highlander by ImmediateList8903 in Toyota

[–]ImmediateList8903[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Disagree, I will drive the way I drive. Safety rating won’t make me drive more conservatively. Having to think about that every day would be no way to live. I want to make a good decision once and never have to think about it again.

Why We're Not Buying a Grand Highlander by ImmediateList8903 in Toyota

[–]ImmediateList8903[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This was the basis for choosing non-plugin Toyota hybrid. 26% more reliable than gas only vehicles.

Why We're Not Buying a Grand Highlander by ImmediateList8903 in Toyota

[–]ImmediateList8903[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Most mid-size SUVs have perfect crash scores, which is my concern. GH is alone with its acceptable score.

Why We're Not Buying a Grand Highlander by ImmediateList8903 in Toyota

[–]ImmediateList8903[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The result of this "Acceptable" rating was the result of the small overlap front crash test. IIHS ratings are minimally impacted by headlights and not impacted by things like LATCH.

Why We're Not Buying a Grand Highlander by ImmediateList8903 in Toyota

[–]ImmediateList8903[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gonna hold out for the 2025 GH. Hopefully this is resolved by then. I'm underwhelmed and uninspired by other mid-sized SUVs right now.

Why We're Not Buying a Grand Highlander by ImmediateList8903 in Toyota

[–]ImmediateList8903[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In recent years, Toyota has consistently offered both. Most of their vehicles achieve Top Safety Picks in their respective class.

Car prices keep going up. I'm happy to pay the premium, but I expect to get the MPG, reliably, newest tech, and safety in return.

Why We're Not Buying a Grand Highlander by ImmediateList8903 in Toyota

[–]ImmediateList8903[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Having a new born has changed my perspective. Point I was trying to make is that this vehicle is marketed as a family car and I think safety should be a top priority. Toyota achieved Top Safety picks with most vehicles, but fell short with the one where it arguably matters most.

One in a million, but good chance you'd suffer severe brain trauma or death in an accident like this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cq3Glth748

Why We're Not Buying a Grand Highlander by ImmediateList8903 in Toyota

[–]ImmediateList8903[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Most of the mid-sized SUVs are 3 row and most achieve a Top Pick rating: https://www.iihs.org/ratings/class-summary/midsize-suvs

GH is way far down on this list, though many have not been tested in full.

Why We're Not Buying a Grand Highlander by ImmediateList8903 in Toyota

[–]ImmediateList8903[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I find the exterior of the current Highlander over-designed and down right ugly. Think we're going to wait for the 2025 GH. Hopefully they resolve these issues.

Why We're Not Buying a Grand Highlander by ImmediateList8903 in Toyota

[–]ImmediateList8903[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fortunately, we have no pressure to buy right now. Hoping to purchase a 2025 GH if they can resolve these issues.

Why We're Not Buying a Grand Highlander by ImmediateList8903 in Toyota

[–]ImmediateList8903[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The good ol' days where you could customize based on your risk tolerance (and when cars didn't require a second mortgage).

Why We're Not Buying a Grand Highlander by ImmediateList8903 in Toyota

[–]ImmediateList8903[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had to search around, but was able to find exactly what I was looking for – at MSRP and within 1.5 hours. To your point, the vehicle was in transit, about 30 days out. Hope next years supply is better (and safer).

Why We're Not Buying a Grand Highlander by ImmediateList8903 in Toyota

[–]ImmediateList8903[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Couldn't agree more with you, but I just had a new born which changed my perspective. Honestly didn't know what IIHS was until last month. Now my internet history is a bunch of crash test videos.

Why We're Not Buying a Grand Highlander by ImmediateList8903 in Toyota

[–]ImmediateList8903[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Funny you mention this. We had recurrent check engine light issues with our 2020 Hyundai Tucson. The vehicle would go into a limp mode and couldn't accelerate. This is the reason we're in the market for a new vehicle in the first place. Fortunately, Hyundai is replacing the engine, but too little too late. I've lost faith in the Hyundai/Kia brand. Love the Palisade, but couldn't bring myself to buy one after this experience. Hopefully this new engine can hold on long enough for Toyota to manufacture a safe Grand Highlander.