Highlander,Tacoma and Tundra See Changes For 2013

For the 2013 model year Toyota has updated its truck and SUV line with trim and equipment upgrades. This year the Tacoma, Tundra each add a new trim level, with the Tundra receiving a new off-road oriented off-road trim. The 2013 Highlander Hybrid also sees some technology upgrades.

2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Changes

 

For 2013 every Highlander Hybrid models will come equipped with the Display Audio head unit with standard navigation and Entune. The hybrid models interior will also see an upgrade as it comes equipped with a Leather Premium Package instead of last year’s Leather Package. Every 2013 Highlander hybrid will include leather-trimmed heated seats, HomeLink, a power tilt/slide moonroof, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and a leather-trimmed steering wheel.

For 2013 the Highlander Hybrid Limited model also adds rear automatic climate control, perforated leather seating surfaces, as well as a JBL Premium Audio system.

2013 Toyota Tacoma Changes

The 2013 Toyota Tacoma will add a new Limited package which adds a four-way adjustable driver’s seat, SofTex-trimmed heated front seats, variable-speed windshield wipers, metallic instrument panel trim, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror with rear camera display, exterior temperature gauge, and a Homelink universal transceiver.

2013 Toyota Tundra Changes

 

For 2013 the Tundra is back with the addition of a Platinum trim and a TRD Rock Warrior Special Edition package for 4×4 models. The Platinum trim, formerly a package on the Limited model, is now a stand-alone trim level.

The plush package includes a wood grain interior trim.and furnishes it with heated and ventilated front bucket seats, leather seating surfaces, a memory package, which includes two-position driver’s seat, exterior mirrors and steering wheel position memory, auto-dimming power-folding outside mirrors with turn signal indicators, navigation and a power tilt/slide moon-roof.

The TRD Rock Warrior package, for those that want a rougher truck, features Bilstein shock absorbers, Rock Warrior exterior graphic, 17-inch forged alloy wheels with LT285/70 R17 BF Goodrich T/A tires, fog lamps, privacy glass, an eight-way driver and four-way passenger adjustable black cloth bucket seats, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror with backup display and HomeLink.

The Rock Warrior package is also available on the Limited trim level, which includes all the comfort and convenience features of the premium trim with a more aggressive look

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2013 Toyota Highlander

Vehicle Overview

Offered in front- and all-wheel-drive form, the Toyota Highlander crossover returns for the 2013 model year with a four-cylinder or V-6 engine. The Toyota Highlander offers three rows for seating and can seat up to seven people comfortably.

Additions for 2013

For the 2013 model year the Toyota Highlander will now offer a new Plus trim level. This trim has all of the base Highlander's features as well as lift-up rear glass window, fog lights, a backup camera, black roof rails, easy-clean fabric upholstery and a Display Audio system. 

Exterior

The exterior to the 2013 Toyota Highlander offers Chrome accents on the rocker panels, as well as 17-inch alloy wheels for the base and SE trims. The Limited trim level adds chrome roof rails on the Highlander, as well as 19-inch wheels.

Exterior features for the 2013 Highlander include standard variable intermittent windshield wipers, as well as an Optional moon roof and power lift gate.

Interior

The inside of the 2013 Toyota Highlander comes with a standard third-row seat that is able to fold into the floor in a 50/50 split. The second-row bench features a removable center seat that is packed in a compartment below the front-seat center console converting the second row into two individual seats with a center aisle or removable a center console. Both seats can recline and are adjustable forward and back. The passenger-side seat has a walk-in feature to allow easier access to the Highlander’s third-row.

Other interior features include: a Standard tilt/telescoping steering wheel, an optional three-zone automatic air conditioning, Standard fabric upholstery ( with leather optional), Standard CD stereo with MP3 jack, an Optional rear entertainment system and an Optional touch-screen navigation system

With the second and third rows folded down the Highlander is able to hold 95.4 cubic feet of maximum cargo volume.

Under the Hood

Under the hood, the 2013 Toyota Highlander is standard equipped with a 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine, with the option for 3.5-liter V-6. Four-cylinder models come with front-wheel drive, while V-6 engine gives drivers the choice between front- or all-wheel drive. The four-cylinder engine is able to produce 187 horsepower and 186 pounds-feet of torque, while the V-6 engine makes 270 hp and 248 pounds-feet of torque

Safety

Standard safety features for the 2013 Toyota Highlander include: side curtain, side impact and driver’s knee airbags, Antilock brakes, an Electronic stability system and Active front head restraints.

The 2013 Toyota Highlander will also be available as a hybrid. More details on the hybrid coming soon!

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