What is the best mid size SUV?

SUVs are all the rage nowadays – it makes sense, who wouldn’t want a bigger car for your shopping sprees? But, there are just so many options when choosing an SUV – like a compact and efficient SUV, a spacious and comfortable SUV, and a mid size SUV. Today, we’re gonna get into the best mid size SUV on the market today – the Toyota Highlander. It may sound biased, but we have our reasons. Our Clermont Toyota product specialists are Making it Simple™️ for you.

Before we get into it – the Toyota Highlander has been a best-selling option for decades. It makes sense as it’s a reliable ride that gives you space without breaking the bank when you’re filling up your gas tank. Let’s get into why the Clermont Toyota Highlander is the best mid size SUV on the market.

What is a mid size SUV?

Actually, before we get into why the Toyota Highlander is the best mid size SUV on the market, we’re gonna get into what is a mid size SUV. To put it simply, it’s an SUV that has two or three rows of seats and falls in between a compact and full size SUV. Mid size SUVs are a popular choice out of the three because they offer the best of both worlds – the fuel efficiency of a compact SUV and the spaciousness of a full size SUV. Here’s a little more information about mid size SUVs provided by our Clermont Toyota product specialists:

• Mid size SUVs have higher ground clearance than sedans – basically, you’ll get a better view of the road. This gives you the comfort as a driver.
• When they have three rows, like the Clermont Toyota Highlander, they can seat up to 8 people, which is about 3 more people than a compact SUV. But, with the third row down you can get a lot more cargo space in the mid size SUV than in a regular sedan.

Now let’s get into how to make the best mid size SUV.

How to make the best mid size SUV

Think of this section as building your dream Clermont Toyota. First, we need a list of the features. Here’s what our Clermont Toyota product specialists have to say:

• First, fuel efficiency
• Interior + cargo space
• Top safety features
• Convenience features
• And of course, an affordable pricepoint

These are the features that make or break a buying decision for any type of car. So, does the Toyota Highlander have what it takes to be called the best mid size SUV? Absolutely and here’s why. 

Is the Toyota Highlander really the best mid size SUV?

We’re gonna break down each characteristic of the best mid size SUV for the 2024 Toyota Highlander. 

• Fuel efficiency: The 2024 Toyota Highland Hybrid gives you a nice estimated 35/34/35 mpg (city/highway/combined). The Clermont Toyota Highlander gas model gives you an estimated 22/29/25 mpg (city/highway/combined). This is still great when taking size into consideration.
• Interior + cargo space: The Clermont Toyota Highlander seats up to 8 people. With all seats filled, you get 16 cubic feet of space. When you fold the second row down, you get a nice 48 cubic feet of space. But, if it’s just a driver and a passenger, you can opt for the 84 cubic feet of space with both third and second rows laid flat.
• Top safety features: The 2024 Toyota Highlander gives you Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+, which is amazing. You can expect a Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, Road Sign Assist, Automatic High Beams, and more. There’s a lot more to the safety of this Clermont Toyota mid size SUV. 
• Convenience features: On the Toyota Highlander, you can be seated with heated and ventilated seats, zoned automatic climate control, 14 cupholders, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 10-inch color Heads-Up Display for your convenience. This isn’t even taking into account other convenient features, like Qi wireless charging for devices.
• An affordable price point: If you’re looking for an affordable price point and reliability – Toyota is the way to go. The 2024 Toyota Highlander has a starting MSRP of $39,250, while the hybrid model has a starting MSRP of $46,020.

Test drive the best mid size SUV at Toyota of Clermont

Ready to get your hands on the 2024 Toyota Highlander? We know you are. You can see for yourself in person – visit Toyota of Clermont at 16851 State Road 50, just west of the Florida Turnpike. You can also shop online or call us for additional information at (352) 404-7000.

 

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