Toyota reveals the Highlander successor’s cabin, more space, less drama
Toyota has unveiled the interior of its new three row SUV, the model set to replace the Highlander. Anyone expecting a revolution will not find one here. Those hoping for logic, space and calm judgement will see no reason to complain.
The new model clearly targets large families and markets where a third row is not a symbolic gesture but a daily necessity. One look inside makes it obvious that the designers did not try to outdo each other with bold statements. The focus stayed firmly on people who actually spend time in the car.
Compared with the outgoing Highlander, the cabin feels noticeably more generous. Both the second and third rows gained legroom, and the seats favour a sofa like shape rather than an airline style compromise. The third row no longer looks like a last resort for children only. Short trips with adults now seem entirely realistic.
Even with all seats upright, the boot remains usable. That alone says a lot about who this car is for.
A large central screen dominates the dashboard, but Toyota resisted the urge to throw every physical button into the bin. Climate control and key functions still rely on proper switches, exactly where your hands expect them to be.
Material choices lean towards soft surfaces and understated comfort. It does not shout premium, but it does suggest durability and care, qualities many buyers value more.
Even if the name changes and the dimensions grow, the interior carries unmistakable Highlander DNA. Everything sits where you expect it to, and nothing tries to retrain you.
That approach sets it apart from several rivals who treat each new generation as a chance to start again from zero. Toyota chose a calmer path, layering new ideas onto a familiar foundation rather than tearing it all down.
