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46 - The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday February 21, 2007 www.oakvillebeaver.com The Toyota Highlander offers better fuel effeciency and sleek design Continued from Page 40 Auto EVERYTHING · accessory power outlets · heated exterior mirrors · coloured splashguards & privacy glass · roof rack & fog lamps · 6-speaker AM/FM/Cassette/CD sound system From that solid base of standard equipment, there are model choices based on powertrain selection. The conventionally-powered, four-wheeldrive Highlander harnesses a 3.3-litre DOHC V6 engine with four valves per cylinder and a power rating of 215 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 222 lb/ft of torque at 3,600 rpm. This 3MZ-FE engine with continuously variable VVT-i system is responsive and quick with optimized power, torque and fuel efficiency as well as reduced emissions. As a matter of fact, the V6 Highlander is one of the most fuel-efficient vehicles in its class, with ratings of 12.7 L/9.0 L/100 km (city/hwy). That makes this an SUV that's a little easier to live with. And the power is translated via a 5-speed automatic ECT (ElectronicallyControlled Transmission) and a Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) system that includes Traction Control. Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, Brake Assist and Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) complement the wealth of standard stop-and-go technology. This V6-powered version comes in basic 5-passenger mode or in a 7-passenger model with added third row. Personally, I prefer the 5-seater version with the full 39.7 cu.ft. of cargo room but, for just over $1.000 more, many will opt for the added versatility of occasional third row seating. The Highlander also offers even better fuel efficiency, along with these two seating configurations, in models harnessing the first true hybrid power system in an intermediate SUV. 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But then, that's not really the issue for some consumers, who have told me they simply want to make their own statement of environmental responsibility. Toyota hybrid versions come with larger 17-inch wheel and culminate in the fully-loaded and leather-wrapped Highlander Hybrid Limited. You can check out further trim, option and packaging details at toyota.ca. For 2007, Toyota made front seat mounded side airbags and roll-sensing front and rear head/side curtain airbags standard on all Highlanders. And, just recently at the Chicago Auto Show, the company revealed a bigger and better version of the coming 2008 Highlander, promising a new 3.5litre engine with more power, a new look, new features, more interior room and new safety innovations for the next generation of this intermediate SUV. "Highlander holds a unique distinction within the Toyota brand and within the industry," said Tony Wearing, Managing Director, Toyota Canada Inc. "Along with the 4Runner and the FJ Cruiser, it anchors one of the industry's only three-vehicle, mid-size SUV lineups.Equally important, along with Prius and Camry Hybrid, it is a key component in the industry's only threevehicle hybrid strategy." Whether customers choose to wait for next year's slightly larger model or go with the proven product of today, they will find the Highlander a good fit for passengers and payload, for grocery getting, environmentally-conscious city commuting and for daily driving needs. Which, yes, makes the Highlander a pretty good compromise. Because compromise is, after all, the art of pleasing as many people as possible. Fully equipped, auto trans, air, stereo, CD player, alloy rims, 2.5L engine, low kms. 2002 HYUNDAI ACCENT GL 4 dr. auto transmission. 2007 Toyota Highlander at a glance BODY STYLE: Mid-size sport utility vehicle. DRIVE METHOD: front-engine, all-wheel drive ENGINE: 3.3-litre VVTi DOHC V6 (215 hp, 222 lb/ft); Hybrid adds front & rear electric motors (268hp combined) FUEL ECONOMY: 3.3-litre gas-only 12.7L/9.0L/100km (city/hwy); 3.3-litre hybrid - 7.7L/8.3L/100km (city/hwy) $5,990 inc. warr. 21,990* $1800 DOWN $158/mth. OAC ALL PAYMENTS ARE BANK FINANCE *O.A.C. (Including Taxes) ALL GOOD YEAR TIRES We Service All Major Fleet Accounts Jeff Young Service Ken Young Sales Paul Samborski Service Brendon Brown Service Chris Potter Glass Technician FREE LOCAL SHUTTLE · OPEN SATURDAYS 297 Speers Rd. Oakville (N.E. corner of Dorval & Speers) 905-827-7477 PRICE: V6 5-passenger $38.470; V6 7-passenger $39,520; Hybrid 5-passenger $44,850; Hybrid Limited 7-passenger $53,670 WEB: toyota.ca