The redesigned Toyota Highlander (available to subscribers) is now the highest-scoring midsized three-row SUV in our Ratings (available to subscribers). It topped a field of 14 vehicles in this class, slightly edging out the Honda Pilot and the more expensive Acura MDX. But because it's too new for us to have reliability data, we cannot recommend it at this time.
The Highlander, which has been one of the standard-bearers for three-row SUVs, has grown larger and more powerful while retaining the comfortable ride, quiet interior, and relatively good fuel economy. A hybrid version is available, but we were unable to purchase one in time for this report. Look for a report of it later this year. The previous Highlander Hybrid was our 2007 Top Pick among midsized SUVs.
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